The Chinese Embassy handed over equipment to the crisis center "Ayalzat" in Bishkek

At the "Ayalzat" center, women facing difficult life circumstances are being trained in new professions.

Adylbek Kasymaliev congratulated social workers on their professional holiday and anniversary dates

Adylbek Kasymaliev, head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, participated in a festive event dedicated to three important anniversaries: the centenary of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration, the 120th anniversary of the trade union movement in the country, and the professional holiday of Social Fund workers. In his address, Kasymaliev emphasized the importance of three key institutions: the social protection system, the Social Fund, and trade unions, which play a

Partner of "AvtoVAZ" launched a hub for localization of Russian production in Kyrgyzstan

According to the press service of Central Asia Capital, a memorandum for the establishment of the Central Asia Hub industrial park was signed with the Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of Kyrgyzstan. The founder of the fund, Anton Sobin, stated that special tax incentives will be introduced within the hub. He noted that this will create conditions similar to "Skolkovo" for enterprises in the real sector of the economy, providing businesses from the CIS

The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic adopted a resolution on changing the addresses of some polling stations

In Osh, farewell was said to a woman and five children who died in a fire

On October 23, a farewell ceremony was held in Osh for the victims of the fire: a woman and her five children. According to the city administration, the head of the family, who was working in South Korea, returned to Osh this morning to conduct the funeral.

A Shelter for the Homeless Will Open in Osh

A new shelter for homeless people will start operating in Osh. To organize it, the municipality is creating a special enterprise that will oversee the activities of the "tünök üyi". According to the press service of the mayor's office, renovation and preparation work is currently underway in the building.

In Naryn Region, a renovated bus station has been put into operation

A new bus station was opened in the Naryn region, which took place under the leadership of the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev. During his working trip, he officially inaugurated the new facility in the city of Naryn. According to information from the state committee, the project for the major renovation of the bus station was carried out by the Office of the President of the Kyrgyz

Elon Musk explained why Bitcoin is better than the dollar

In his message, Musk noted that fiat currencies, such as the dollar, can be printed in unlimited quantities, which exposes them to the risk of devaluation. His words were a response to a comment from a user with the nickname zerohedge, who pointed out that "energy cannot be printed." Musk fully agreed with this position. "That's true. Bitcoin is based on energy, while fake fiat currencies can be created, and all governments in history have done this, but energy remains

Veterinary Service of Kyrgyzstan: Importing Animals to the Livestock Market Without a Veterinary Certificate is Prohibited

The State Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance Service reminds: Cattle markets serve as the main centers for the spread of diseases among animals.

The suspect in the murder of Aysulu confessed to other murders, including that of Kamila Duyshebaeva.

According to law enforcement agencies, Kumarbek A. also confessed to the rape and murder of a pregnant woman. A representative of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported this during a live broadcast on the ELTR channel. The incident involving Kamila Duyshebaeva occurred in 2014 when her body was found in a cemetery in the village of Baytik. An examination established that the cause of death was strangulation, and the case had remained unsolved until that moment.

A large fish processing plant will be built in the Jalal-Abad region.

The laying of a capsule took place in the Jalal-Abad region at the territory of the fish farming enterprise "Salih and Co." This event marked the start of the implementation of an ambitious investment project to create an industrial fish farming cluster of a full cycle, estimated at 11.8 million US dollars. This information was published by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry,

The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan is considering the issue of introducing temporary restrictions on potato imports.

The ministry plans to take the necessary steps to protect the interests of local farmers and ensure price stability in the potato market.

Kozubaev included in the symbolic team of the tour in Indonesia

Tamirlаn Kozubaev, playing for the "Persita" club in the Indonesian Super League, became part of the symbolic team after a successful performance in the 9th round, where his team defeated "Yogyakarta" with an impressive score of 4:0. Kozubaev played the entire match on the field and was recognized as one of the best players of the round.

Kazakhstan Leads Central Asia in Passport Strength, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan Follow — Henley Passport Index

At the bottom of the list among Central Asian countries is Turkmenistan, which ranks 93rd with access to 48 countries. The "strongest" passport in the world is recognized as Singapore's passport, providing visa-free access to 193 countries. At the opposite end of the list is Afghanistan, which is in 106th place with the ability for visa-free entry to only 24 countries. The Henley Passport Index is compiled annually by the British consulting company Henley & Partners, based

Road Council 2025: General Plan Developers Present Vision for Bishkek's Transport Future

During the meeting, the main issues concerning the city's transport infrastructure were voiced:

Kyrgyzstan Joins Regional Efforts to End Violence Against Children

From October 13 to 14, representatives of Kyrgyzstan participated in a two-day ministerial conference dedicated to ending violence against children. This event was held under the auspices of the Ministry of Labor, Family, Youth, and Social Solidarity of Romania in collaboration with UNICEF and the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General on Violence against Children. Delegates from governments, experts, and youth from Europe and Central Asia participated in the conference, exchanging

Children Under the Wheels of Cars: How to Prevent Tragedies?

“Blind Spot” - One of the Causes of Deaths Recently, a tragedy occurred in the parking lot of “Asia Mall” in Bishkek: a car fatally struck a three-year-old girl. The question arises: how could this situation have been prevented? To clarify the circumstances, the editorial team of Vesti.kg turned to infrastructure expert Marat Musuraliyev.

The motorist explained why the engines of modern cars constantly consume oil.

Owners of new cars are often surprised that despite the flawless operation of the engine and economical fuel consumption, oil still depletes in significant quantities — sometimes up to a liter per thousand kilometers. Service centers respond to these questions by stating that such oil consumption is now considered quite normal. A mechanic shared insights into the reasons behind this issue in an interview. Modern engines are developed under strict standards aimed at reducing friction and

GKNB KR: Head of the Karakol Municipal Enterprise "Vodokanal" Detained

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan confirmed the fact of abuse of power by the management of the municipal enterprise "Vodokanal" in Karakol. In 2023, a tender was held for drilling three wells in the area of one of the water intakes to ensure uninterrupted water supply to the city of Karakol, with a total cost of 38 million 927 thousand soms and a completion deadline of December 31, 2023. However, since then, employees of LLC "V" cited various

From Samarkand to Kabul: The Story of an Uzbek Who Became an American After Serving in the Army and Now Tries to Return to His Homeland

“Prolonged” trip and letters to Bush Utkur Rahmatullaev has been living in the USA for over 25 years. He first arrived in 2000 on a tourist visa for three months, after which he stayed in the country illegally.

The French Ambassador proposed to introduce the French language into the school curriculum of Kyrgyzstan.

During the meeting held on October 22 between Ambassador Nicolas Fay and Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, various areas of cooperation in the field of education were discussed. Fay emphasized the importance of developing the French language in educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan and suggested considering the possibility of adding additional hours for its study in school curricula.

Over 10,000 Trees and Shrubs: Bishkek Prepares for Mass Planting of Seedlings

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, preparations have begun for a large-scale greening campaign. The city administration reports that, in accordance with the decision of the environmental council, it is planned to plant more than 10 thousand trees and shrubs. Priority will be given to areas near educational institutions and adjacent plots. The municipal enterprise "Bishkekzelenstroy" has already started preparatory work: excavations for planting holes and marking places for

Ransomware Corporations: How the Global Digital Crime Market Works

“Delovoy Peterburg” analyzes the global digital crime market and the most dangerous hacker groups today. Cybercrime has long emerged from the shadows and become a full-fledged industry, where PR, negotiations, and accounting play an important role. Meanwhile, while companies and governments develop the digital economy, their “dark side” — the economy of attacks — is becoming increasingly noticeable and organized.

The Osh City Hall reported a debt of 14 million soms for the "Meerim" restaurant: Lawyers stated that former deputies Rysbaev and Mamanov have no connection to the property.

Lawyers Zamir Adigeneev and Aysalkyn Karabaeva, representing the interests of Saltanat Mamanova, denied rumors about the connection of former deputies Ravshan Rysbaev and Rustam Mamanov with the restaurant "Meerim," located in Osh. At a press conference held on October 23 at AKIpress-Osh, they stated that the owner of this establishment for the past year and a half has been one of the banks. According to Aysalkyn Karabaeva, the plot on which the restaurant is located was allocated for

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan detained professors of the Eurasian University on suspicion of corruption. Illegal issuance of 287 higher education diplomas identified.

During the investigation, it was established that 19 teachers were involved in this illegal activity. Three of them — "K.A.M.", "K.N.A." and "E.ulu U." — have already been detained and placed in the temporary detention facility of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. Additionally, facts of the illegal issuance of 287 higher education diplomas have been identified, which are subject to annulment in accordance with the legislation of

In Naryn, the first high-tech mountain hospital in the country will be established to treat cardiovascular diseases.

In Kyrgyzstan, a memorandum of cooperation was signed between the National Center for Cardiology and Therapy named after Academician M. Mirrakhimov, the Naryn Regional Hospital, and the Aga Khan Foundation branch. This document envisions the establishment of the first high-tech mountain hospital in the country, specializing in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases within the framework of the cardiovascular cluster model (CATLAB). According to the Ministry of Health, this project represents

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan approved the budget for the preparation and conduct of parliamentary elections.

At its recent meeting, the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan made a decision regarding the budget for organizing early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. The total approved budget amounts to 700 million soms, which will be allocated for the preparation and conduct of the elections.

Fuel prices are rising — we can no longer hold them back, — Chairman of the State Antimonopoly Agency of Kyrgyzstan

On October 14, 2025, the chairman of the State Agency for Antimonopoly Regulation under the Cabinet, Jenaly Orozbaev, spoke about the current situation in the fuel and lubricants market in Kyrgyzstan in an interview with the publication Tazabek. He noted that although the situation remains complicated, it is under control.

The Agricultural Producers Association welcomes the decision of the Kyrgyz government to reduce the tax burden on agricultural producers.

According to the Association's message, the approval of the new resolution has become an important milestone for domestic agricultural producers: The Association for the Development of the Agro-Industrial Complex of the Kyrgyz Republic reports with satisfaction a significant achievement: The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has adopted a resolution that reduces the tax burden on agricultural producers. This is the result of three years of joint work by the Association and its

In Bishkek, there will be no water in the residential areas "Ala-Too 1" and "Ala-Too 2" on October 21.

On the specified day, residents of the mentioned areas should take into account the temporary water shutdown, which will last for six hours. The Municipal Enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal" apologizes for any inconvenience and recommends that everyone stock up on drinking water in advance. It should be noted that the water shutdown will affect both residential and social facilities in the aforementioned neighborhoods.

Bishkek is preparing for the SCO summit, the World Nomad Games, and a large-scale autumn tree planting.

During the meeting, the mayor emphasized that the key task is to create the proper infrastructure and ensure a high level of event organization. "We must work as a unified whole to achieve the set goals," noted A. Junushaliev, addressing the heads of city services. The meeting also focused on beautification. City services were instructed to expedite the updating of street signs and billboards to ensure they conform to a unified style. The municipal enterprise

The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic renamed the Jalal-Abad Territorial Election Commission to the Manas City TEC

On October 24, electricity will be turned off in parts of Bishkek (list of streets)

The Bishkek Electric Networks enterprise has notified residents about upcoming power outages on Friday, October 24. This information is posted on the company's official websites. Power Outage Schedule for October 24 Eastern RES: 09:00-18:00 80 Ch. Aitmatov Avenue, Tash-Kumyrskaya Streets (2/1, 2/2, 6, 8) 09:30-13:30 sections of Toktogul and Shopokov Streets 09:30-14:00 microdistrict 3: houses 1, 2, 3, 3/2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 7/1 09:30-17:00 microdistrict "Kok-Zhar", 6 (entrances 4-6,

The "Manas" Airport has allowed certain categories of passengers to access the closed parking lot.

Access to the "Manas" airport terminal is temporarily open only for certain groups of passengers, such as the elderly, mothers with children, and individuals with disabilities. This was reported by the press service of JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". Due to ongoing repair work, vehicle traffic to the main airport building is restricted. Vehicles are being turned around at the turn to the cargo terminal, which is located approximately 500 meters from the main terminal.

Flirt, Erotica, and the End of Censorship. OpenAI Will Change the Rules of Communication with ChatGPT

According to Altman, this decision is aimed at respecting adult users. Previously, the company had already made statements about allowing the development of ChatGPT applications targeted at a mature audience, provided that necessary control mechanisms and age verification are in place. It has now become clear that the new policy applies not only to third-party developments. The platform itself will begin to support candid conversations with AI, adhering to the relevant access conditions.

Construction of a new building for the regional family medicine center has begun in Naryn

During the ceremony dedicated to the laying of the foundation, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erkin Checheybaev, the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Naryn region, Nurbek Satarov, the Mayor of Naryn, Zhaynak Nemat uulu, the Executive Director of the public association "Center As-Safa," Ibrahim Malsagov, and the Akim of the Naryn district, Nuridin Madimarov, were present. The Minister of Health, Erkin Checheybaev, in his

In the Boom Gorge, work on the removal of dangerous rocks will be carried out from October 13 to 17.

During the specified period, the road will be partially closed to ensure traffic safety, with staff from the Main Department of Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs involved. While the work is being carried out, vehicle movement will be allowed in one lane. If 30-40 vehicles accumulate, the stone removal will be temporarily halted to allow for their organized passage. The aim of these measures is to prevent potential dangerous situations and ensure the safety of all road users.

EABR forecasts the construction of 395,000 sq.m. of warehouse space in Kyrgyzstan in the coming years

- On October 23, analysts from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) presented their findings on the state of warehouse real estate in the Eurasian region (October 2025). From 2021 to the first quarter of 2025, the volume of modern warehouse space in the region increased from 44 to 58 million square meters.

Two new medical online services have become available in the Tunduk app

The Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of Kyrgyzstan has announced the launch of two new services in the Tunduk mobile application. These features include online registration with a clinic and the ability to call a doctor to your home. The main goal of these innovations is to simplify the process of interaction between citizens and medical institutions and reduce administrative barriers.

Kyrgyzstani schoolchildren won five medals at the International Olympiad in Informatics

Death of a Football Player in Almaty: Doctors Revealed Details

According to the authorities, the football player was transported to the emergency department in critical condition. A private ambulance crew delivered him to the scene. Upon arrival, no pulse or blood pressure was recorded, and the pupils were dilated. Medical staff performed resuscitation efforts for half an hour; however, all attempts were unsuccessful, and biological death was confirmed. The football player's body has been sent for forensic examination to determine the cause of death.

The GNS collected 59.7 billion soms in insurance contributions over 9 months.

In 2023, according to preliminary data, the total amount of collected insurance contributions reached 64.3 billion soms, and in 2024, an increase to 74.08 billion soms is expected. In the first nine months of 2025, the State Tax Service managed to collect 59.7 billion soms in insurance contributions, which is 5.4 billion soms more than in the same period of the previous year.

Why Kazakhstan Cannot Ensure Its Own Supply of Oil Products

The cancellation of the customs duty will facilitate fuel imports, which could positively impact the economies of the EAEU countries. Askar Ismailov comments that the EEC's decision could significantly affect the situation with the shortage of fuel and lubricants in the country, and also raises the question of the feasibility of creating a new oil refinery.

Beijing Accuses the U.S. of Attacking the Heart of Chinese Infrastructure

Reports from China indicate that the country's Ministry of State Security has accused the U.S. National Security Agency of attempting cyberattacks on the National Time Service Center (NTSC) located in Xi'an. The agency warned of potential consequences for critical sectors such as communications, energy, and defense, according to media reports. According to Xinhua, the Chinese ministry noted that the NSA's attacks on the NTSC, which is responsible for establishing and

From Praise to Overthrow: How the "Fathers of the Nation" Are Forgotten in Central Asia

html The phenomenon of the cult of personality in Central Asia has been forming for many years, but it can collapse in an instant. After the death or political downfall of a leader, their devoted admirers quickly switch to a new ruler. How this process occurs, where "national leaders" are revered, and how they become forgotten figures is explored by Azattyk-Asia.

The decree on free residence and work in Turkey applies only to ethnic Turks.

Erdoğan has made changes to the decree adopted by the Council of Ministers of Turkey in 1982. The document he signed partially updates the provisions "On the Free Professional Activity and Employment of Foreign Citizens of Turkish Origin in State and Private Institutions of Turkey." As a result, the information being circulated that citizens of Turkic states can work and study in Turkey on par with Turks is inaccurate. The document primarily emphasizes the ethnic affiliation of the

Kamchybek Tashiev: Power Outages in Winter Are Unacceptable

The Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, stated during the opening of a new administrative building for the Naryn District Electric Networks that there should be no power outages in winter. The building, with an area of 919 square meters, is located in the center of Naryn and meets modern architectural standards. It is a three-story complex fully equipped with engineering systems. Construction began in the second quarter of 2025 and was

The State National Security Committee returned 2319 hectares of agricultural land to the state in the Tyup District.

The investigation by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) revealed that a significant number of land shares in the Tyup rural district were being used without proper documentation. These lands were involved in agricultural circulation without registration and payment of the necessary taxes, and their users did not possess the appropriate documents and were connected to local authorities. This situation caused dissatisfaction among the local population, particularly at the beginning