The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has recorded the exchange rates of foreign currencies as of November 28: The dollar rate remained unchanged, while other currencies continue to show growth.
The Russian government has given the green light to sign an agreement with Saudi Arabia regarding visa-free entry. This information was published on the official portal of the Cabinet of Ministers. The document states: "To approve the presented draft agreement, developed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia in cooperation with the interested federal authorities and preliminarily agreed upon with the Saudi side, on the mutual abolition of visa requirements for citizens of both
On November 26, 2025, the Third Economic Forum "European Union - Central Asia" took place in Tashkent. The event gathered representatives from governments, businesses, and international organizations to discuss key areas of economic cooperation between the countries of the region and the EU. According to the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic, the delegation was headed by Deputy Prime Minister Bakyt Torobaev. In his address, he emphasized the importance of developing
In the Naryn region, activities for the digitalization of power grids are actively being implemented to improve the quality of service for the population. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, it is planned to install an automated commercial electricity accounting system (ACES) for 32,753 subscribers by 2025. Currently, the system has already been implemented for 30,643 consumers, which is 94% of the planned amount. Completion
In the morning of November 28, the exchange rates at the currency exchange points on the Moscow City Council look as follows:
In the center of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an amusing incident was recorded on video. A man decided to do push-ups right on the roadway. An employee of the Route Security Department (UPSM) noticed this scene and approached the "fitness trainer." The inspector politely explained, "Push-ups are beneficial, but doing them here, next to cars, is not the wisest decision." After a brief conversation, the man left the roadway and headed to a safer place to continue his
In the Bazar-Korgon district of the Jalal-Abad region, a residential house in the village of Kyzyl was completely burned down, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to information from the agency, the incident occurred at the address Turdukulova Street, and the total area affected by the fire was 99 square meters.
According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, there is an active development of fishing in the country, which requires the adoption of additional measures to ensure biosecurity.
On November 27, the Deputy Mayor of Bishkek, Ramiz Aliyev, held a meeting with the city's public transport drivers. According to information provided by the city hall, the vice-mayor, along with representatives from the Department of Transport and employees of the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," discussed the opinions and suggestions of drivers, as well as current issues in this sector.
In Kyrgyzstan, a large-scale scheme involving the import and sale of expired products disguised as "elite imported goods" has been successfully prevented. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to the agency's information, Z.S.N., the founder of the company "Korzinка 312," had been importing expired goods and discounted products from abroad for several years. He then repackaged them, passing them off as
Edlow clarified that this concerns the countries mentioned in Trump's decree from June 2025. This decree imposed a ban on entry into the U.S. for citizens of 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Myanmar, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, and Yemen. Additionally, entry was restricted for citizens of seven other countries, including Togo, Turkmenistan, Burundi, Cuba, Laos, Sierra Leone, and Venezuela. Other details regarding the review were not
On November 25, an engaging session for parents took place at kindergarten No. 14 "Balastan," located in the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek, dedicated to the theme "The Importance of Play in Child Development." This information was disseminated by the press service of the Bishkek city administration on November 28. Thirty-five parents interested in their children's development and interaction with educators participated in the event. The main goal of the sessions was to
In the Naryn region, the final forum of the awareness-raising campaign "Ulut narky – el narky" took place, aimed at preventing extremism and terrorism, reports Turmush correspondent. This campaign covered all districts of the Naryn region, during which meetings were held with youth, representatives of public organizations, educational institutions, and local authorities.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications has announced the completion of the first layer of asphalt on the 4.4 km road between Lebedinovka and HPP-5. As part of the project, the road will be reconstructed with an increase in the number of lanes from two to four. Work is also ongoing to equip sidewalks, install lighting, and repair bridge structures.
According to the Ministry of Finance, during the first ten months of 2024, the gambling sector of Kyrgyzstan contributed 383.4 million soms to the budget. This figure is 64.8 percent higher than the corresponding data for the same period in 2023, when the budget was supplemented by 232.6 million soms.
Rahmanullah Lakanwal Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan who was among the suspects in the shooting near the White House on November 26, had previously worked with U.S. authorities in Afghanistan, including the CIA. This information was disclosed by John Ratcliffe, the CIA director, and reported by CNN. As Ratcliffe noted, Lakanwal's potential relocation to the U.S. in September 2021 was due to his collaboration with U.S. forces in Kandahar, which ended after the withdrawal of troops from the
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the results of the Digital Farmer Hackathon 2025 competition. This event focused on the application of digital and artificial intelligence technologies in the agricultural sector and water resource management. The main task of the hackathon was to develop modern digital tools aimed at improving the efficiency of water resource use and updating the country's agro-industrial complex. The results of the competition highlighted
On the second floor of the House of Culture in the village of Tash-Döbö of the Arashan Ayil District of the Alamidin region, a ceremonial opening of the Digital and Financial Literacy Cabinet took place. “This cabinet is a modern initiative aimed at enhancing the digital skills and financial knowledge of citizens. Its goal is to familiarize residents with technological innovations, teach them to make informed decisions in the financial sphere, and create conditions for the effective use of
The executor of the murder of Yaroslav Moskalyk, a General of the General Staff of Russia, has received a life sentence. Ignat Kuzin was found guilty of terrorism and illegal handling of explosives, reports the unified press service of the Moscow courts. Photo from the unified press service of the Moscow courts. The executor of the murder of Yaroslav Moskalyk received a life sentence
During operational investigative actions in the Chuy region in 2025, the state managed to return over 12 thousand hectares of land, reported Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State National Security Committee, at a meeting with residents of the Kemin district. He noted that the land in this region is considered one of the most fertile in the country and creates excellent conditions for agricultural production. "Previously, the lands were divided
On November 27, the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic made a decision to annul the registration of two candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, representing multi-mandate districts No. 22 and No. 24 — Lyra Akunova and Gulnaz Khalilova. The candidates submitted their withdrawal from the elections: L. Akunova on November 26 and G. Khalilova on November 27.
At the premiere of the musical based on Chingiz Aitmatov's novella "Jamilya" in Almaty (Kazakhstan), the State Secretary of the Kyrgyz Republic Marat Imankulov was present. Erlan Tyinbaevich Karin, the State Advisor of Kazakhstan, emphasized the importance of further strengthening cultural cooperation between the two countries in his speech.
Recently, the Minister of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of Kyrgyzstan, Azamat Jamangulov, held a meeting with Malik Olzhabekov, the Vice Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of Kazakhstan, as well as with representatives of JSC "NC Kazakhstan Gharysh Sapary" and JSC "RCKS". During the discussion, the participants addressed current issues related to the development of satellite technologies, experience exchange, and deepening
Recently, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic and the country's embassy in the United Arab Emirates received an appeal from a citizen who requested an explanation for the increasing number of refusals to issue work and tourist visas for men from Kyrgyzstan. A copy of this letter is available to the editorial staff of Kaktus.media. Addressing the authorities, the author of the letter noted that over the past two to three years, especially in recent months, there has been
During tax control in Bishkek, illegal medical institutions and a significant batch of unapproved medicines were identified. Inspections were conducted by the State Tax Service in cooperation with representatives of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan. In one of the private clinics in the capital, medical products and equipment were found without the necessary documentation. It was established that this institution operated without tax registration and a license, which is a violation of the
Andrei Yermak Yermak emphasized that "under current conditions, no sane person would sign an agreement to transfer territory." He added that as long as Zelensky is in office, no one should expect concessions. "The president will not sign a document that violates the Constitution of Ukraine, and no one has the right to do this without the consent of the people," noted Yermak. He also added that Ukraine is open to discussing the line of demarcation between the controlled
At the international tournament in Uzbekistan, the women's national football team of Kyrgyzstan (U-18) lost its lead, dropping to second place after the completion of the fourth round. These days, the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) championship is taking place in Tashkent, featuring five teams competing in a round-robin format.
The international conference dedicated to the topic "Development of Oncology Care in the Modern World Against the Background of Decreasing Mortality from Cardiovascular Diseases" took place on November 27 at the Jalal-Abad Regional Clinical Hospital. The event was organized by the Jalal-Abad State University (JASU). Professor and Doctor of Medical Sciences Igor Pershukov, who heads the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at JASU,
The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations has presented for public discussion a draft resolution regarding the provision of state educational grants to graduates of the Presidential Lyceum "Akyiman". This document defines the rules for obtaining grants that can be used for education both at universities and colleges in Kyrgyzstan and abroad. The project was developed in accordance with the law "On Education," which grants graduates of the lyceum the right to
In the Uzgen district, in the village of Jazy, located in the Jazy rural district of the Osh region, a fire occurred, resulting in the burning of 2 hectares of forest. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
In Kyrgyzstan, the construction of solar power plants is planned in 1000 villages Turmush — Kamchybek Tashiev, the chairman of the State National Security Committee and deputy chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, announced the intention to install solar power plants with a capacity of 1 megawatt in 1000 villages of Kyrgyzstan during a meeting with residents of the Kemin district. Tashiev noted that there is a significant shortage of electricity in the country, which has resulted from increased
On the Lebedinovka-GES-5 highway, which is 4.4 km long, the first layer of asphalt has been laid. According to information received from the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the category of the road has been changed during the reconstruction, and the number of lanes has been increased from two to four. As part of the project, work on the construction of sidewalks, installation of lighting, and repair of significant bridge structures is also actively ongoing.
In the first nine months of 2025, passenger traffic between Russia and Kyrgyzstan increased by 50%. This was reported by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, Alexey Overchuk, at a press conference in Bishkek, also noting the growth of cargo traffic. Photo from the archive. Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Alexey Overchuk and President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov
In the Manas district, in the village of Uch-Korgon, work is actively underway on the asphalt laying over a distance of 2 kilometers, as reported by representatives of the local administration. According to the information received, the laying of the asphalt concrete surface is being carried out by road enterprise No. 48 on the section of Sharip-ake Street. This project is being implemented as part of the state capital construction program.
The acceptance of documents for free education at Russian universities under the quotas provided by the Government of Russia continues for the academic year 2026/27.
According to information provided by the Russian service of the BBC, the Trump administration plans to conduct a review of green cards issued to individuals who immigrated from 19 countries. This measure is a response to a recent incident at the White House, during which members of the National Guard were injured, and the suspect turned out to be a citizen of Afghanistan. Joseph Edlow, head of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), noted that the president has ordered a
The Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Innovation has prepared a draft resolution regarding the procedure for providing state grants for graduates of the presidential lyceum "Akyllman". This year, amendments were made to the education law, according to which graduates of "Akyllman" can enroll in budget-funded places at universities in the country. The admission rules will be established by the Cabinet of Ministers. Furthermore, they can study abroad with the support
In the Naryn region, a food fair took place, as reported by our correspondent Turmush. At the event, farmers from the rural district of Esenaly Dairakunov offered local residents a variety of agricultural products.
According to the latest data, the number of victims of the fire in the residential complex in Hong Kong has increased to 94 people. This was reported by the South China Morning Post.
Long queues at clinics and family medicine centers began forming early in the morning. The number of patient visits, both adults and children, is growing every day. Doctors report that they have to work without breaks, exceeding the established schedule. Zhanil Kulambaeva, a physician at the Family Medicine Center, notes that the workload on specialists has increased to such an extent that one doctor is effectively replacing several. “We are short on doctors; some colleagues are ill or in
The premiere of the musical "Dzhamilya" took place in Almaty, Kazakhstan, with the participation of the State Secretary of Kyrgyzstan Marat Imankulov. This was reported by the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan. The direction and preparation of the performance belong to the creative team of the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after Toktogul Satylganov, which presented it to a wide audience in Kazakhstan.
Talantbek Imanakun uulu, the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, expressed the opinion that residents of Bishkek, who are dissatisfied due to smog, traffic jams, and renovations, might consider relocating to villages or to the jailoo to improve their quality of life. He noted that "Bishkek is the capital, and we must develop upwards." Citing Beijing, where residents spend 1-1.5 hours traveling on multi-lane highways, he emphasized that if
The court in Astana has begun deliberations in the case of a couple accused of embezzling 1.3 billion tenge raised through social media for their son's treatment. The prosecutor stated the need to find both guilty, proposing a sentence of 7 years in prison, a 10-year ban on charitable activities, and confiscation of property. For the mother, the prosecution suggested a two-year suspended sentence, considering she has a child born in 2019.
According to local authorities, contact was lost with 279 people who were in the building, and their fate remains unknown. More than 70 people were injured, including 11 firefighters. About 900 residents were evacuated to temporary shelters. The fire broke out on Wednesday afternoon and quickly spread across seven of the eight towers in the complex. Deputy Fire Service Director Derek Armstrong Chan emphasized that the fire spread "exceptionally fast." Access issues for specialized
Illustrative photo During his speech, Putin noted that delays at the border arose due to selective checks of cargo transport initiated by the customs services of Russia in accordance with the decisions of the Eurasian Economic Union. “It turned out that many trucks, as you pointed out, cross the border without the necessary documents,” he explained.
According to Putin, joint projects play a much more significant role for both countries. He reminded of the cooperation in the fields of artificial intelligence, energy, and industry. "This certainly brings us together in some way. But in my opinion, that's not the main point. The fact is that both Russia and Kyrgyzstan are united by something entirely different," the president noted. Thus, the emphasis is placed not on sanctions, but on future interaction and the implementation
The first fight in Almagul Jorobekova's career, which took place on November 21 at the ONE Friday Fights 134 tournament in Bangkok, ended in defeat for her. In the match, she faced 26-year-old Australian Kim Tran.
Yesterday, the Kyrgyzstan national team lost to the Uzbekistan team at the CAFA U-18 Women’s Championship, as reported by the Central Asian Football Association. The final score of the match was 0:3.
