Illustrative photo According to the press service of the Kremlin, within the framework of the forum, Putin also plans to hold a series of meetings with foreign leaders. However, the specific names of the participants in these meetings have not yet been disclosed.
The adoption of amendments to the Criminal Code took place on December 3, when the deputies of the Parliament of Tajikistan reviewed and approved the proposed changes. In particular, a new article 253(2) was added to the code, concerning "the illegal use of electricity for the production of virtual assets." This article consists of three parts, providing for significant fines and prison terms. In the first part of the article, it is stated that illegal cryptocurrency mining is
At the recent meeting, European states agreed on a number of bills concerning migration policy and the simplification of the deportation process for illegal migrants. One of the key decisions was the permission to build migration centers outside the EU and the possibility of returning migrants to third countries based on bilateral agreements. A list of "safe countries," to which migrants can be expedited for deportation, was also approved in Brussels, reports Euronews. Denmark's
The Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan reported that the incident did not lead to a complete halt in exports, and oil shipments continue as usual. “Currently, the ministry is working with shippers to take operational measures to redistribute the exported volumes of oil. In particular, it has been decided to redirect part of the Kashagan oil to China. The situation is under constant control of the Ministry of Energy,” the official statement said.
Illustrative photo Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree allowing the extension of the import period for goods from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan without the need for labeling and certificates of origin within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union for two weeks. The previous decree expired on December 10, and the new deadline is December 25. The simplified import applies to goods transported by road across the border between Russia and Kazakhstan and is implemented under certain
Starting from the beginning of 2025, 85,000 visas of various categories have been revoked in the United States, which is more than double the number of revocations from the previous year, according to the State Department. According to CNN data, over 8,000 of the revoked visas are student visas. About 50% of the revocations last year were related to offenses such as driving under the influence, theft, and assaults. The reasons for the remaining visa revocations were not specified.
During his visit to Vienna, where a meeting was held within the framework of the OSCE Council of Foreign Ministers, the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Yerbek Kosherbayev, discussed this incident with his Ukrainian counterpart. Smadiyarov noted that, although he did not participate in the meeting, he was in close proximity and is confident that the issue of KTK was a topic of discussion. He added that no comments would be made on this matter; however, communication with
After U.S. President Donald Trump called for new elections in Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky expressed his readiness to participate in the voting, but under two key conditions, as reported by "RBK-Ukraine". In an interview published on December 9 by Politico, Trump noted that elections had not been held in Ukraine for a long time.
Kazakhstan is making decisions about new export routes due to a decline in transshipment volumes at the Black Sea terminal CPC, which was damaged by an attack from Ukrainian drones. As a result of the incident, one of the offshore mooring devices (OMD-2) sustained significant damage. The Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan has not yet made an official statement regarding the supply of Kashagan oil to China, but it has confirmed that it is seeking new ways to export Caspian oil. In response to a
According to Zelensky, security and the legislative framework are key factors for holding elections. He emphasized that the issue of elections should be decided by the people of Ukraine, not foreign partners. When asked about pressure from the U.S. in the context of the elections, he noted: “I did not discuss this issue. Elections depend primarily on our people.” The president also added that he is ready for elections and called on the U.S. and European allies for support in ensuring security
Volodymyr Zelensky The President of Ukraine emphasized that Russia continues to strike at the country's energy infrastructure, to which Ukraine has the right to respond. "If the Russians are ready for a ceasefire in the energy sector, as we have always emphasized, then we will be ready too. This is extremely important for our people," Zelensky noted. He also added that the updated peace plan has not yet been submitted to the United States. "We are working on this with our
Global media and information agencies have presented a summary of events that occurred in Ukraine and beyond over the past 24 hours, in the context of ongoing military actions. Here are the key points. Konstantinovka in the photo. Photo by Anatolii Stepanov / Reuters. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that he plans to present an updated version of the peace agreement to the United States on Wednesday and expressed readiness for an "energy truce" with Russia, if the
The restored growth of Indian exports enters a new, significant phase characterized by confidence and a targeted foreign economic strategy. The $5 billion government support package represents not only a financial measure but also a strategic signal of India's intention to deepen cooperation with developing markets, especially in Southeast Asia. This is reported by Vietnam Times. The package is based on two key components: the Export Promotion Mission program worth $2.8 billion and the
Key figures participated in the event, including the Prime Minister of Mongolia, Zandan Shatar Gombojav, the U.S. Ambassador Richard Buangan, as well as ministers and representatives of international organizations. U.S. Ambassador Richard Buangan According to the Ministry of Family, Labor, and Social Protection, among the participants were resident ambassadors and representatives of international organizations. Speaking to those gathered, Prime Minister Zandan Shatar Gombojav noted that the
The recently published Rule of Law Index for 2025, prepared by the World Justice Project, covers 143 countries. This ranking is based on surveys of citizens and expert opinions assessing eight key criteria, including limitations on government power and the effectiveness of the judicial system in civil and criminal matters. Each country is assigned a score from 0 to 1, where 1 corresponds to full adherence to the principles of the rule of law, and 0 indicates their complete absence. According
Since December 8, 2025, the Mongolian National Information Agency MONTSAME has started publishing news in Korean, thereby expanding its language capabilities, which already included Mongolian (in both Cyrillic and traditional script), English, Chinese, Japanese, and Russian. On November 28, 2025, the director general of the MONTSAME agency, Enkh-Orshikh Khurelee, signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea, Choi Jin-won, which laid the foundation for the
Last Sunday, when the 50th anniversary of the proclamation of independence was celebrated, the Embassy of Mongolia in Kuwait organized a ceremonial reception dedicated to the half-century anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries. At the ceremony, the Assistant Foreign Minister for Asian Affairs, Ambassador Samih Hayat, noted that the relations between Kuwait and Mongolia have deep historical roots and continue to actively develop. He reported that just two months ago,
Empress Masako poses for a photograph at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo on December 3. // Imperial Household Agency/Kyodo Empress Masako turns 62; she reflects on peace after visiting World War II memorials This year, Empress Masako, reflecting on the meaning of peace, celebrated her 62nd birthday. This event followed her trips to World War II memorials and an official visit to Mongolia with Emperor Naruhito. As a result of her travels to war-affected sites, the Empress shared her thoughts in a
Liu Zhengyun (劉震云) — a Chinese writer, a prominent representative of neorealism, prose writer, and professor at the Institute of Liberal Arts On December 8, Professor Liu Zhengyun visited Ulaanbaatar, one of the most famous contemporary authors from China. He was a guest at the Mongolian premiere of his novel "Гурван намраас урт ганц өдөр" (One Day Like Three Autumns), which was translated and published in Mongolian by Chimedtseem Menerel, who received the "Biligt Guush"
France returned a 70-million-dollar dinosaur skeleton and other fossils, including dinosaur eggs // Dimitar DILKOFF/AFP France and the USA are actively returning Mongolian cultural artifacts, unlike other countries that do not fulfill their return obligations. The dinosaur skeleton was stolen from the Gobi Desert and, after passing through South Korea, was confiscated by French customs in the central part of the country in February 2015. On Monday, Mongolia received from France a
In the current November, Mongolia is experiencing a significant increase in precipitation, which has risen to an average of 8.9 mm, 2.5 times more than last year, and 2.2 times above the long-term average. This makes November the third wettest month since 1940. According to observations, 81.4% of the country's territory received above-average precipitation, 7.8% received around average, and 10.8% received below-average levels. The temperature in November drops below zero even during the
According to Deutsche Welle, negotiations are at risk due to disagreements over whether Ukraine should fully cede its Donbas territories to Russia. This issue was raised in a publication by Politico and confirmed by a senior European official. The official noted that the United States believes that Moscow insists on the transfer of these territories and that Washington "is exploring different options to achieve this." He also emphasized that the American side believes that
During an online briefing on December 8, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that work on an updated version of the U.S. peace plan is being carried out by national security advisors from both Ukraine and European countries. It is scheduled to be completed by Tuesday. This information was conveyed through "European Truth." As Zelensky noted, the initial plan has been reduced from 28 to 20 points. However, some important issues, such as territorial disputes, post-war
Donald Trump // The White House, USA Donald Trump, President of the United States, conducted an extensive interview with Politico. The situation in Ukraine and Vladimir Putin's position can be discussed here. - Let's return to Europe. You mentioned that many actions of European countries are misguided. Recently…
Kazakhstan offers a multitude of ski resorts and natural attractions located just a few hours away, making it an ideal destination for both short trips and extended vacations. Here, one can find magnificent ski slopes, high-altitude ice rinks, unique natural parks, and wellness complexes with hot springs, which particularly attract families and outdoor enthusiasts. Ak-Bulak
U.S. President Donald Trump spoke in an interview with Politico about issues such as Russia, elections, the conflict in Ukraine, and the prospect of Ukraine's NATO membership. - This year, POLITICO named you the most influential figure shaping policy in Europe. Previously, this list included President Zelensky, Prime Minister of Georgia Meloni, and President Orban. For the first time in the ten-year history of P28, your name has become the first among Americans. Clearly, your influence on
// Polina Tankilevitch In the past week, 198,532 cases of ARVI have been recorded, which is 1.7 times lower compared to the previous week, as noted in the agency's report. Since the beginning of the current epidemiological season, 2,295 cases of influenza have been registered, and 2.26 million people have been vaccinated against influenza, which constitutes 11% of the total population of the country.
On December 9, rain will continue in Uzbekistan, according to information from Uzhydromet. In the night and morning of December 10, precipitation is expected in the Tashkent, Samarkand, Jizzakh, and Syrdarya regions, as well as in the areas of the Fergana Valley.
Mpox Virus A new strain has been identified in a man who recently returned from a trip to Asia. According to genomic sequencing results, the virus sample turned out to be recombinant and includes two strains of mpox – classes Ib and IIb. The UKHSA noted that they will continue to analyze the significance of this strain. Boguma Titandji, an associate professor of medicine at Emory University in the USA, expressed concerns that this discovery is a result of the ongoing spread of the virus and
As a result of the escalation of the conflict with Thailand, more than 11 thousand residents of the Oddar Meanchey province in Cambodia have been forced to leave their homes. This was reported by the news portal Fresh News, citing information from local authorities. According to the publication, 3,503 families, totaling 11,138 people, left the border areas and moved to safe centers after Thai military began attacks on Cambodian territory.
Illustrative photo The Vice President of the Liberal Democratic Party of Japan, Taro Aso, announced an upcoming summit during a meeting of the LDP's parliamentary league responsible for developing ties with Central Asia. He emphasized that in the past six months, other countries such as Russia, China, and the USA have already held similar meetings with states in the region, and it is time for Japan to take an active role in this direction. "From a diplomatic point of view, it is
At a government meeting held on Tuesday, Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbaev voiced a concerning forecast for 2026. In the Kyzylorda, Turkestan, and Zhambyl regions, a water shortage is expected to reach up to 1 billion cubic meters. As Bozumbaev noted, these regions continue to experience a low-water period. Specifically, the inflow to the Shardara Reservoir has decreased by 43%, and the total volume of water in the major water bodies of the Naryn-Syrdarya cascade is 3.8 billion cubic
According to a forecast by the company "Alrosa," the world will soon face an increase in diamond prices. This information was released by the company's press service and quoted by the TASS agency. Alrosa noted that their forecast is based on the observed decline in global diamond production and changes in their prices over recent years. Based on these factors, the company's analysts conclude that the shortage of diamond supply and the rise in prices will continue in the
A powerful earthquake that occurred off the eastern coast of Aomori Prefecture in northern Japan caused a shift in the Earth's crust in the epicenter area by nine centimeters. This was reported in information provided by the Geospatial Information Administration, which was published by RIA Novosti. According to data obtained from the electronic geodetic station "Higashi-dori 2," located near the epicenter, a shift of about nine centimeters was recorded in the eastern direction.
A powerful earthquake in northern Japan has resulted in 35 people injured, reports TBS television channel. This information was provided by local authorities in the Aomori, Hokkaido, and Iwate prefectures.
Volodymyr Zelensky The President noted that the reduction of the plan occurred as a result of detailed discussions, during which some points that did not support Ukrainian interests were excluded. As reported by the Interfax-Ukraine agency, Zelensky emphasized that the American side is inclined to seek compromises, but there remain complex issues regarding territorial disputes, for which an agreement has not yet been reached. Zelensky also highlighted that Ukraine cannot concede its
According to Tengrinews.kz, the alert system in the center was activated, after which it was decided to evacuate people. The staff received instructions not to panic and to head towards the exits, while access to the building was restricted. As the publication reports, "The shopping mall starts operating at 10 AM. Mainly, there were employees inside preparing for the opening."
In China, the death sentence was carried out against Bai Tianhua, the former CEO of China Huarong International Holdings. This decision was made in connection with his culpability in a bribery case, the amount of which was approximately 156 million dollars, as reported by RIA Novosti, citing the country's Central Television. According to investigation materials, from 2014 to 2018, Bai abused his position, assisting others in their attempts to obtain projects and corporate financing. As a
Illustrative photo The decree, signed on December 8, establishes that citizens of Russia will be called up for military exercises to serve in the Armed Forces, the National Guard, rescue units of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, as well as in state security agencies and the FSB. Putin also instructed both the government and regional authorities to ensure the implementation of all activities related to the call-up of reservists for participation in these exercises.
According to a study conducted by UBS bank, by 2025 the total number of billionaires in the world reached 2,919, which corresponds to an increase of 8.8 percent. The most noticeable growth in wealth is observed in the industrial sector, where the figure increased by 27.1 percent, reaching 1.7 trillion dollars. More than 25 percent of this growth is associated with the emergence of new billionaires. In the financial services sector, wealth also increased by 17 percent, amounting to 2.3 trillion
The incident occurred at the 1024th kilometer of the Samara — Shymkent highway. According to preliminary information, the bus traveling on the route Perm — Tashkent veered off the road and overturned. The investigation into all the circumstances of the tragedy is ongoing. According to reports from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Uzbekistan, of the five deceased, only two are citizens of the republic. Currently, steps are being taken to repatriate the bodies of the deceased, and their
The volume of foreign trade during the specified period amounted to $23.9 billion, as reported in the data. In addition, Mongolia, a landlocked country, recorded a positive external trade balance: exports exceeded imports by more than $3.5 billion.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 occurred in Japan's Aomori Prefecture, according to information provided by the country's Meteorological Agency, reports RIA Novosti. The epicenter of the seismic event was located at a depth of 10 kilometers off the eastern coast of Aomori. According to meteorologists, the maximum intensity of the tremors reached four points on the seven-point scale used in Japan.
Minister Batsetseg noted the importance of activating and deepening Mongolian-Slovenian ties during the meeting, as well as confirmed the commitment to close cooperation on a number of issues that were discussed during the state visit of the President of Slovenia, Nataša Pirc Musar, to Mongolia in August 2024. During the conversation, both sides discussed opportunities for further deepening bilateral and multilateral cooperation. They emphasized the need to maintain the frequency of high-level
The Prime Minister noted that there are currently no reports of fatalities or missing persons. “We urge the population to continue their normal lives, but it is necessary to be prepared for immediate evacuation in case of aftershocks,” she added, emphasizing the importance of vigilance over the next week. The epicenter of the earthquake was located in the Pacific Ocean, east of Aomori Prefecture, at a depth of 50 km. Initially, its magnitude was estimated at 7.2, then raised to 7.6, and the
Narendra Modi. Photo: Ramil Sitdikov, "RIA Novosti". At a meeting held last week in New Delhi, Narendra Modi emphasized that the terrorist attacks that occurred in Pahalgam (in the Jammu and Kashmir state) and at the "Crocus City Hall" concert venue in the Moscow region have a single source. According to Indian Times, this statement was made during talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Modi stressed that India and Russia have been jointly fighting terrorism for a
During the event organized by the governor's office, attention was focused on the practical implementation of these projects, as well as on attracting investments and strengthening partnerships between the public and private sectors. Nyambaatar Khishgee, the mayor of Ulaanbaatar, emphasized that in 2026 the city intends to enhance cooperation with private companies and organizations. As part of these efforts, a reform of the multi-level system of permits and controls is planned, which
A questioning of the leaders of KazTAG took place in Almaty A criminal case has been initiated against the leaders of the KazTAG news agency.