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To stabilize prices, meat is being sold for 550 soms in Ak-Talaa.

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tala district, the sale of meat has been organized at a price of 550 soms per kilogram with the aim of stabilizing prices, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The acting head of the district agricultural development department, Aizhamal Kadyrkulova, noted that this initiative was developed in collaboration with the district administration, the agricultural development department, and the breeding farm "Tölö-Temir." The main goal is to provide social

02.12.2025, 11:57
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The new presidential envoy to the Chuy region was presented to the community.

At a meeting with the staff of the representative office of the president in the Chuy region, Bakyt Torobaev, the deputy chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, introduced the new head — Azamat Osmonov. Since April 20, 2023, Osmonov has held the position of head of the department for monitoring the implementation of decisions of the president and the Cabinet of Ministers of the Presidential Administration.

02.12.2025, 11:54
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A large fire in a private house has been localized in the Osh region.

On December 1, a fire occurred in a residential house in the village of Telman, located in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). According to the agency, the fire was localized at 20:04, and its complete extinguishment was finished at 23:20. The area affected by the fire was about 250 square meters. Fortunately, no one was injured.

02.12.2025, 11:43
An alternative tunnel will be built at the Too-Ashuu pass
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An alternative tunnel will be built at the Too-Ashuu pass

The National Investment Agency reported the signing of an agreement concerning a public-private partnership for the construction of the new "Kelechek" tunnel at the Too-Ashuu pass. The document was signed by the Ministry of Transport and Communications, as well as a consortium led by LLC "Tez Zhol".

02.12.2025, 11:42
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ICAO approved the registration rules for aircraft "APKR-7" according to ICAO standards

- On November 27, 2025, the Director of the State Agency for Civil Aviation, Daniyar Bostонов, signed an order to introduce new aviation regulations "APCR-7. Registration of Civil Aircraft." This document has been developed to harmonize with international standards and ICAO recommendations, as well as in accordance with the resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers regarding the inclusion of regulatory acts in the State Register. According to this order:

02.12.2025, 11:26
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A video from polling station No. 5249 was posted on social media. The police are investigating information about vote buying.

In the Kara-Suu district, an investigation has been initiated regarding a possible vote-buying case. According to information provided by the regional police, on December 1, after the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, a video appeared on the internet indicating a potential attempt at vote-buying. The duration of the clip is 28 seconds, and it is believed to have been filmed at polling station No. 5249, located in the village of Kyrgyz-Chek in the Kara-Suu district

02.12.2025, 11:23
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A check has arrived at the gold mining site being developed by the Chinese company "Kamatore Mining Group"

In the Chui region, an inspection of the activities of the LLC "Kamator Mining," operating in the Kurandy pasture, took place. As reported by a representative of the district administration, the inspection commission included the first deputy akim of the Chui region, Aizhan Akmatova, and Dair Dadagaziev, a representative of the land and water resources control service. Experts went to the site to assess the company's operations and inspect its facilities.

02.12.2025, 11:21
About the Akim's branded jacket, the harm of Turkish series, and the government's fight against installment plans: A review of the Kazakh-language press
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About the Akim's branded jacket, the harm of Turkish series, and the government's fight against installment plans: A review of the Kazakh-language press

Teachers in Kazakhstan are demanding the resignation of Deputy Irina Smirnova, accusing her of derogatory remarks about the low qualifications of most educators. How Russians influence HIV statistics in the country, the cost of jackets worn by the akim of Pavlodar region, the harm caused by Turkish series, and what measures the government plans to take regarding installment purchases — all this is covered in the new review of the Kazakh-language press by Nazira Darimbet. Deputy Called to

02.12.2025, 11:14
How the new building of school No. 23 in Bishkek is being constructed. Photos
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How the new building of school No. 23 in Bishkek is being constructed. Photos

The Capital Construction Management reports on the progress of the project for the construction of the new building of School No. 23, located at: 281 Jibek Jolu Avenue. The building is expected to be three stories high and will include a basement. The total area of the structure will be 5,199.19 square meters, and the design capacity will accommodate 560 students. Construction of School No. 23 in Bishkek. Photo by the press service of the mayor's office. Construction of School No. 23 in

02.12.2025, 10:56
The editor-in-chief of "Orda" has been placed under house arrest
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The editor-in-chief of "Orda" has been placed under house arrest

On the same day, the police reported that the editor-in-chief of "Orda," as well as several employees, including the news editor and accountant, were summoned for questioning. During the searches, mobile phones were seized from the employees. In the Almaty office, the editor-in-chief's safe was broken into, and money from the payroll fund was stolen. The police department of the southern capital initiated criminal cases regarding the dissemination of false information.

02.12.2025, 10:43
The head of the International Boxing Association appealed to the governments of Kyrgyzstan and the UAE to address visa issues for Kyrgyz boxers.
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The head of the International Boxing Association appealed to the governments of Kyrgyzstan and the UAE to address visa issues for Kyrgyz boxers.

In its statement, the Kremlin expressed hope for a swift resolution of the visa issues, emphasizing the importance of Kyrgyz boxers' participation in the tournament. “We eagerly await the Kyrgyz team at the World Championship. Together with the UAE government, we are actively working on visa support for the athletes so they can arrive on time and participate in the competitions. We also hope for assistance from the Kyrgyz government so that the boxers can represent their country with

02.12.2025, 10:41
Venezuela has developed two action scenarios in case of a US attack
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Venezuela has developed two action scenarios in case of a US attack

According to information provided by Reuters, in the event of military aggression from the US, Venezuela is considering two main response scenarios. The first involves organizing prolonged resistance, which implies guerrilla warfare and destabilization of the situation in the country. Venezuelan officials have previously mentioned such plans but did not disclose their details. According to the agency, the defensive documents provide for the use of small groups operating in more than 280

02.12.2025, 10:41
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In Bishkek, a driver fatally hit an employee of "Tazalyk". Video

A tragic incident occurred in Bishkek, where a driver hit an employee of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk." According to information provided by the Patrol Police Department, the accident happened on November 26 at around 07:05 at the intersection of Botalieva and Kyzyl-Kiyskaya streets. The victim, T. K., born in 1966, was taken to the hospital; however, she did not regain consciousness and passed away the following morning.

02.12.2025, 10:38
In Bishkek, the Center for Expert Interaction and Modeling was presented
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In Bishkek, the Center for Expert Interaction and Modeling was presented

An expert discussion in Bishkek is taking place in a Kyrgyz-Russian format titled "Modeling Allied Relations between Russia and Kyrgyzstan." During this event, Vladimir Lubyanko, an expert from the Center for Political Processes in Eurasia, announced the opening of a new Center for Expert Interaction and Modeling (EVM) under the ANO "Eurasia."

02.12.2025, 10:33
Bitcoin opens December with a significant drop
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Bitcoin opens December with a significant drop

On December 1, the price of Bitcoin sharply decreased on trading platforms, falling below 75,000 euros per coin, as reported by the Kazinform agency, citing Euronews. The cryptocurrency market continues its decline, which began after reaching record highs in October.

02.12.2025, 10:24
Kyrgyzstan and Indonesia intend to enhance political dialogue and economic ties
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Kyrgyzstan and Indonesia intend to enhance political dialogue and economic ties

On December 1, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Meder Abakirov, met with the new Ambassador of Indonesia to Kyrgyzstan, Siti Ruhaini Dzuhayatin, receiving copies of her credentials. According to the ministry, during the meeting, current issues regarding the state and future directions of cooperation between the two countries were discussed.

02.12.2025, 10:06
Bishkek Schools Will Temporarily Close for Quarantine if Necessary
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Bishkek Schools Will Temporarily Close for Quarantine if Necessary

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, regular monitoring of the state of educational institutions is being conducted. This is done for a quick response to changes in the epidemiological situation, as reported by the city's mayor's office. The municipal authorities inform that in case of a worsening situation and in accordance with the recommendations of the Center for Hygiene and Epidemiology (CGE), schools may be issued an order to close, which will lead to a quarantine for students.

02.12.2025, 10:06
Why District No. 13 Became the Leader in Voter Turnout, While No. 20 Became the Underdog
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Why District No. 13 Became the Leader in Voter Turnout, While No. 20 Became the Underdog

The difference in voter turnout between districts No. 13 and No. 20 in the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh turned out to be one of the most striking in the country. According to data from the Central Election Commission, 47.84% of voters in district No. 13 exercised their right to vote, while in district No. 20 this figure was only 24.63%. Such an almost twofold difference can be explained by the peculiarities of the local structure, the level of population activity, and the specifics of the

02.12.2025, 10:00
The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan presented information on the electoral funds of candidates in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.
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The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan presented information on the electoral funds of candidates in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.

In the upcoming elections to the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for the end of November 2025, candidates from multi-mandate districts and the political party "Yntymak" have opened 510 special accounts at OJSC "Eldik Bank" and OJSC "Aiyl Bank" to finance their campaigns. In order to ensure transparency and openness of the elections, as well as financial reporting of electoral funds, the Central Election Commission has implemented an automated system called

02.12.2025, 09:58
In Kyrgyzstan, 385 processing enterprises will be established to develop the agro-sector
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In Kyrgyzstan, 385 processing enterprises will be established to develop the agro-sector

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has announced ambitious plans for the development of the processing sector in Kyrgyzstan. According to the information from the ministry, by 2030, it is planned to increase the share of processed agricultural products to 25%. To achieve this goal, the republic plans to create 385 new enterprises. They will include modern facilities for the storage and processing of various types of agricultural products, such as meat, milk,

02.12.2025, 09:53
The Pope called for the creation of a Palestinian state
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The Pope called for the creation of a Palestinian state

The Pontiff emphasized that the Vatican aims to act as a mediator in the conflict and to assist in finding a fair solution for all parties involved. His words came against the backdrop of a statement by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who once again expressed disagreement with the idea of creating a Palestinian state, despite support for this proposal from the United States. During his visit to Turkey, Pope Leo discussed the situation in the Middle East and the conflict in Ukraine with

02.12.2025, 09:53
Why hasn't Kazakhstan solved the problem of energy dependence on Russia in 30 years?
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Why hasn't Kazakhstan solved the problem of energy dependence on Russia in 30 years?

Recent events with the CPC once again raise questions about how dependent Kazakhstan is on Russia in the energy sector. This dependence encompasses not only the CPC but also other important resources such as gas, uranium, and aviation fuel. What prevents the country from finding a solution to this problem? Does Kazakhstan have unconventional methods to overcome it? These questions were discussed with expert Aset Nauryzbaev on the platform exclusive.kz.

02.12.2025, 09:50
The court in Moscow banned advertisements for the hiring of citizens from Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
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The court in Moscow banned advertisements for the hiring of citizens from Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan

According to the prosecutor's office, job vacancies were found on the internet that required Kyrgyz citizenship for applicants, as well as vacancies offering special conditions for citizens of Uzbekistan. The court stated that discrimination based on nationality in hiring workers is illegal. As a result of this decision, the information posted on several web pages was deemed prohibited from dissemination. Currently, the addresses mentioned in the lawsuit are unavailable.

02.12.2025, 09:45
Citizens Actively Used Remote Voting, Noted in the CEC
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Citizens Actively Used Remote Voting, Noted in the CEC

In the early elections for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, citizens were able to take advantage of remote voting, which allowed them to vote even while being outside their constituencies. This was reported by Akbalyk Jumalieva, a member of the Central Election Commission. She noted that compared to previous parliamentary elections, the number of voters who exercised their right to vote significantly increased, which is primarily related to the digitization of the voting process.

02.12.2025, 09:40
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In Talas Region, Horses Were Stolen — Suspect Detained

The press service of the Talas region Internal Affairs Department reports that the missing horses have been returned to their owners. According to the information, on November 30, a local resident born in 1983 named M. K. approached the Talas district internal affairs department. He reported that in October of this year, his four horses, which were on pasture, had disappeared without a trace.

02.12.2025, 09:34
In Chuy Region, police officers detained a group of suspects in cattle theft.
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In Chuy Region, police officers detained a group of suspects in cattle theft.

The crime was registered at the Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, where a criminal case was initiated under Article 205-1 (Cattle Theft) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of operational-search activities, the suspects were identified, among whom were I.Sh. born in 2007, A.A. born in 2006, and A.Z. born in 2007. All of them were taken to the Internal Affairs Department for further investigative actions. During the investigation, it was revealed that the

02.12.2025, 09:30
In the past 24 hours, 27 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan
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In the past 24 hours, 27 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan

Over the past day, 27 fires were registered in the territory of Kyrgyzstan, according to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Republic. The situation by regions is as follows: 8 fires occurred in Chui region, 6 in Osh region, 3 in Issyk-Kul region, and 4 cases each in Bishkek and Jalal-Abad region. One incident was recorded in Talas and Batken regions.

02.12.2025, 09:28
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Schoolchildren of the Ak-Talinsky District won gold for a film against extremism and received an award

Turmush — A group of students from the village of Bayetov, located in the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, became the winners of a short film competition, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. Students from the Shükürbek Beyshenaliev Secondary School presented their works dedicated to the issues of religious extremism and terrorism, and took first place in the competition held among educational institutions in the district. As a reward, the winners received the opportunity to participate

02.12.2025, 09:27
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The Agricultural Development Administration of the Moscow District will provide 446 hectares for lease to seed-growing enterprises.

- In the Moscow district, the Department of Agricultural Development has announced the leasing of lands owned by the State Land Fund for the needs of seed-growing and livestock farming enterprises, as well as agricultural cooperatives and other important participants in the agricultural sector. The following categories of land are available for lease: rain-fed and irrigated arable land:

02.12.2025, 09:24
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The export of agricultural products from the EAEU currently exceeds $40 billion, - EEC

On December 1, 2025, the International Forum "Veterinary Safety" took place in Moscow, according to information provided by the Eurasian Economic Commission. Key issues related to food security were discussed at this event, including maintaining epizootic welfare, combating dangerous animal diseases, as well as developing the veterinary drug market and implementing innovative technologies within the Eurasian region.

02.12.2025, 09:23
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Due to Violations. Duck Meat from Kyrgyzstan Not Allowed into Kazakhstan

According to the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan, duck meat from Kyrgyzstan was not allowed across the border. This was the result of violations detected at the veterinary control post "Kordai". Specialists from the territorial inspection of the veterinary control and supervision committee recorded two attempts to import animal products with violations. In one case, 1,000 kilograms of duck meat were attempted to be imported in a cargo vehicle. During the inspection, it was found

02.12.2025, 09:21
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At the age of 101, World War II veteran Koshkoro Zhamankulov has passed away

The Jaily District has suffered a loss: Koshkoro Zhamankulov, a hero of the Great Patriotic War, passed away at the age of 101. This information was provided by the district state administration. Koshkoro Zhamankulov was born on March 3, 1924, in the picturesque Suusamyr Valley. In 1942, when he was only 18 years old, he voluntarily went to the front. His service took place on the Leningrad and Western Belarusian fronts, and then he returned to the Leningrad front again. He returned home on

02.12.2025, 09:17
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In 24 hours, 16 fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan

Over the last day, 16 fires occurred in the Issyk-Kul, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Talas regions. According to information from the fire and rescue services of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, 33 units were involved in extinguishing the fires.

02.12.2025, 09:12
A New Hospital Will Be Built in Kochkor: The Minister Familiarized Himself with the Progress of the Work
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A New Hospital Will Be Built in Kochkor: The Minister Familiarized Himself with the Progress of the Work

On November 30, Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, made a working trip to the Naryn region, during which he visited the construction site of a district hospital in the village of Kochkor. According to information from the ministry, the new medical facility will consist of two four-story buildings with a basement. The project includes all relevant premises and will meet modern requirements.

02.12.2025, 08:52