During the Moscow meeting between the President of Kyrgyzstan Almazbek Atambayev and the head of Russia Vladimir Putin, the issue of expanding trade turnover between the countries was discussed. Vladimir Putin, while discussing the most pressing issues of Russian-Kyrgyz cooperation, emphasized that Kyrgyzstan is a reliable strategic partner of Russia.
A video has been circulating in Kyrgyz social networks, posted by OJSC "Bishkekteploset" on YouTube. Male employees of the agency decided to congratulate their female colleagues and all Kyrgyz women on International Women's Day with an energetic flash mob dance at one of their work sites and some warm words. The video surprised fellow citizens, who are used to the fact that service workers often lack politeness. However, the fairer half of the republic only partially appreciated
The state of Kyrgyz energy leaves much to be desired; however, in recent years, the situation has begun to stabilize. To finally shape the energy sector at the international level and avoid unnecessary costs and theft, it is possible through a competent assessment of risks and strategies for their minimization. This was stated by Doctor of Sciences Karypbek Alymkulov, an energy expert and member of the Board of Directors of OJSC ‘NES KR’, during a round table on the topic ‘Political Situation
Today, March 2, a delegation from the Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, headed by Deputy Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic, Major General Zakir Karimovich Tilenov, visited the Russian aviation base of the CSTO 'Kant'. The high-ranking guests were warmly welcomed by the acting commander of the aviation base, Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Yakovlev, along with management officers and unit commanders. The visiting officials familiarized
At the Kyrgyz National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev, preparations are underway to welcome guests from Moscow. On its stage, on March 19, in the ballet "Swan Lake," the soloists of the Bolshoi Theatre, prima ballerina and People's Artist of Russia Maria Allash, and the principal dancer of the Bolshoi Theatre of Russia, Honored Artist of Russia Alexander Volchkov, will perform. Maria Allash is a People's Artist of Russia and prima ballerina of
At the end of the week, car owners in Kyrgyzstan learned of news that made them doubly happy on Friday. Interior Minister Melis Turganbaev confirmed the information that the road patrol service has been abolished in the republic. The annoying and corrupt DPS inspectors will be replaced by video cameras and patrol posts, which are not authorized to stop vehicles. - As of yesterday, the DPS has been abolished. There are no traffic police officers anymore; only the patrol service is operating.
The semi-final of the first annual Most Fashionable Awards took place in Bishkek. Over 50 companies and 200 individuals made it to the "Short-list". Like the opening of the awards, the event was held at the "Saltanat Palace" restaurant. Guests were welcomed with a red carpet, photographers, and a luxurious ethnic-style buffet provided by chefs and pastry chefs from leading capital restaurants and entertainment complexes. After having a bite to eat and chatting with
The famous Rappaport Alley, located along the Tamchy – Korumdu road on the northern shore of Issyk-Kul, was almost completely cut down for the sake of road expansion. It has now been reported that the head of the Kyrgyz government, Temir Sariev, ordered the preservation of the 80-year-old plantings – or rather, what remains of them after the previous decision by the authorities. The decision to cut down the trees in Rappaport Alley was announced on February 27 during discussions about the
Last Saturday, February 27, a long-awaited event took place in the political life of the capital. The city council elected a new leader for Bishkek. Albek Ibraimov became the new mayor: he was the only candidate for the position, and 42 out of 45 deputies voted for him. Like the voting for his predecessor, Kubanychbek Kulmatov, the voting for Ibraimov was without alternatives. Civil society opposed this, demanding that the right to vote for the mayor be granted not to the deputies of the city
The high-profile denunciation in early 2016 of the agreement between the KR and the RF on the construction of a cascade of hydropower plants is based not on deteriorating relations between the states or a shift in the Kyrgyz authorities' vector towards Turkey, which has already expressed a desire to participate in the construction of hydropower facilities in the KR. Doctor of Sciences Karybek Alymkulov, an energy expert and member of the Board of Directors of OJSC "NES KR,"
The International Civil Aviation Organization will soon prohibit the transportation of lithium-ion batteries on passenger airplanes. The ban on bringing batteries for mobile phones, laptops, cameras, and other electronics onto airplanes will take effect in April of this year. This restriction is related to the high fire hazard posed by lithium-ion batteries. Previously, only lithium-metal batteries, which were most commonly used in watches, were prohibited on aircraft. The ban on transporting
After the denunciation of agreements on the construction of hydropower plants in Kyrgyzstan by Russia, there has been more discussion in society about the deterioration of relations between the countries. Will this decision cause political tension in the country? According to Sergey MASAULOV, director of the Center for Prospective Studies (CPI-Bishkek), the situation is actually different. - The hydropower plant construction project is an economic business project, and there will be no
A new way to combat illegal payments and fees in school funds has been devised in Kyrgyzstan. Now, there will be no talk of collecting money for curtains, computers, or floor repairs: a unified database of all schools is being created in the republic, which will reflect all the information about what is needed for equipping each educational institution and what is already available. It will be accessible on a special online map. - During the investigations into informal payments and fees in
All funds raised from ticket sales, as well as from the charity lottery during the event and donations, will be directed towards purchasing cows for families with children with disabilities. The Bishkek Rotary Club summarizes the results of the charity evening of classical music held to raise funds for the "Gift a Cow" project. In 2016, cows will be donated free of charge to 107 families from regions of Kyrgyzstan where children with disabilities live. This way, they will be able to
The translation feature for the Kyrgyz language has officially appeared in the most popular online translation service, Google Translate. This was announced by the head of the public foundation "Bizdin Muras," Chorobek Sadanbekov. According to him, after several years of work, Google has finally officially added the Kyrgyz language to its online translation service. Sadanbekov noted that this is a significant breakthrough for Kyrgyzstan.
The Public Charitable Foundation (PCF) "Oasis" together with the Public Association (PA) "Our Voice" plan to make changes to the legislation and promote the effective implementation of laws to improve the situation of graduates from children's institutions of boarding type. This initiative is supported within the framework of the Joint Management Program, which is implemented with funding from the USA and the UK. As part of the project "Protection of the rights
Members of the Kyrgyz parliament have proposed to give the official cars they recently rejected to cultural workers. According to MP Meerbek Miskenbaev from the SDPK faction, this would allow the parliament to support domestic culture. Especially since 2016 has been declared the Year of History and Culture in Kyrgyzstan. He believes that the distribution of the vehicles should be handled by a parliamentary working group led by MP Sadik Sher-Niyaz.
On February 18, a solemn ceremony for the presentation of the "Ak Jürük" ("Benefactor of the Year") award took place at the A. Maldybaev National Opera and Ballet Theater, traditionally organized by the charitable foundation "Aikeldik". The founder of the foundation, public figure, and benefactor Askar Salymbekov addressed the gathered guests. In his welcoming speech, he spoke about the history of the award's establishment, its main goals, and the necessity
"In Kyrgyzstan, political parties are formed based on clan affiliation," said Professor Murat Suyunbaev of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University during a roundtable on the topic of "Political Situation in the Eurasian Space," which took place at the press center of IA on February 17. During his presentation on "The Influence of the Geopolitical Situation on Internal Processes in Kyrgyzstan," Suyunbaev noted that due to geographical reasons, Kyrgyzstan has always
“Kyrgyzstan needs to conduct a more careful foreign policy, otherwise our 'zigzags' will not be forgiven by our strategic partners,” said the editor-in-chief of Polit.kg, Arkadiy Gladilov, during a round table on the topic “Political Situation in the Eurasian Space,” which took place at the press center of IA on February 17. According to Arkadiy Gladilov, Kyrgyz citizens voted for stability, peace, and joining the Eurasian Economic Union in the parliamentary elections. These
Military personnel of the Russian airbase CSTO 'Kant' participated in the unveiling of the memorial plaque for the hero of the Afghan war at the school in Kant. February 15, 2016 marks 27 years since the withdrawal of the limited contingent of Soviet troops from the territory of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan. This war lasted ten years and claimed the lives of 15,000 Soviet soldiers – internationalists. February 15 is a day of remembrance for these guys, for those who met
The Rosselkhoznadzor has published a list of Kyrgyz enterprises authorized to supply products to the Russian Federation. This was reported by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Oleg Pankratov. The list includes 15 Kyrgyz enterprises engaged in the production of dairy and meat products, as well as fish processing.
Last weekend, the new film from the republic's film production masters was presented at the "Manas" cinema in Bishkek. The romantic comedy "Life Drive" by Anastasia Tynaeva, produced by Bonivur Ishemkulov, will be available in March. The plot of the film is simple: Dayana, a spoiled daughter of a politician and businessman (Nuriza Malikova), and a young man Sanjar (Daniil Shestakov), raised solely by his grandmother and working at a car service, love each other.
On Valentine's Day, the State National Russian Drama Theater named after Ch. Aitmatov will present a new production on its stage. The play, intriguingly titled ‘50 Shades of Chekhov’, was staged by the ‘Gala Theater’ under the direction of actress Galina Ketova from the Russian Drama Theater. The production is practically timed to coincide with the 156th anniversary of the birth of the prose writer and playwright, and according to its creators, it is a declaration of love for his work and
Archaeological monuments have undeniable significance in the study of history, especially when it comes to scientifically substantiating certain facts. Thanks to the preserved and surviving burial mounds, balbals, and epigraphic inscriptions on tombs, we can confidently reproduce some historical events and compare them with official written sources. Burial sites deserve special attention from researchers, as they tell about the spiritual and cultural heritage of the people.
In Kyrgyzstan, lawmakers have decided to address one of the people's problems - the celebration of events and rituals. The majority of the population prefers to go into debt to hold birthday parties, weddings, traditional Kyrgyz family celebrations, and extravagant funerals with a large number of guests while adhering to all traditions. Some borrow money, others take out loans from banks, and some even resort to crime for a wedding or a feast for their son's circumcision, inviting
Thirty participants. A few hours. No weapons, except for ingenuity and agility. No rules. The strongest and the cleverest wins. This is not an announcement for another blockbuster or adventure film. According to these rules, in mid-April, the first joint project of the creative development association "BOOM-Studio" and the paintball club "Scorpion" - the extreme project "Hunger Games" - will take place at the "Raketa" training ground near Bishkek. It
In Kyrgyzstan, the chairman of the Organization of War and Labor Veterans, Armed Forces, and Law Enforcement of the Republic, Taras Tokombaev, has passed away. The heart of the 86-year-old colonel stopped beating the day before. The Central Asian information portal IA expresses its deep condolences to the family, relatives, and friends of Taras Alievich. Taras Tokombaev was born on July 5, 1930, in Moscow, in the family of the famous poet Aaly Tokombaev, and dedicated his entire life to his
Iran is considering the possibility of joining the Eurasian Economic Union and also intends to join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. This was announced at a meeting with journalists that took place in Bishkek last Tuesday by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the Kyrgyz Republic, Ali Najafi Khoshroudi. The beginning of 2016 marked the lifting of international and unilateral sanctions against the republic, as the IRI fulfilled all
The Kyrgyz capital is expecting a change in leadership. The current mayor, Kubanychbek Kulmatov, has submitted his resignation. The reasons for this step have not yet been disclosed: the press service of the mayor's office promised to provide a comment later, while Kubanychbek Keneshovich is currently unavailable for comments. Kubanychbek Kulmatov took the mayor's office in 2014. He was the only candidate (from the presidential party "SDPK"), and the voting became a mere
The scandal with Canadian investors has not yet subsided when a new one began – with the Chinese. January became a black month for the managers and workers of the oil refinery "Junda". At the beginning of the month, representatives of the financial police conducted an armed search at the Kara-Balta enterprise, after which representatives of the investigative group of the GSBEP and PCR arrested two employees of the company - Deputy General Director Yui Shanlin and Chief Accountant
On Tuesday, February 2, a meeting took place at the Iranian Embassy in Bishkek with the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Kyrgyz Republic, Ali Nadzhafi Khoshroudi, and journalists. During the event, the diplomat spoke about the relations between the two countries and the prospects for cooperation between the IRI and Kyrgyzstan. In his welcoming speech, Ali Nadzhafi emphasized that the Kyrgyz Republic and Iran have a lot in common, particularly
Not long ago, Kyrgyzstan denounced the agreement with Russia on the construction and operation of the Kambarata HPP-1. After the scandal with Canadian investors, the gold mining company "Centerra Gold," the work of the Chinese oil refinery "Junda" was suspended in the Kyrgyz city of Kara-Balta. Regarding why this is happening, as well as why the investment attractiveness of Kyrgyzstan is declining, the news agency spoke with economist and EAEU expert Nikita Mendkovich. –
The International Charitable Foundation for Science and Culture "Atatürk" held an award ceremony for Kyrgyz citizens who contributed to the development of interethnic harmony, production, medicine, education, and culture in the country in 2015. - In our time, when the world is experiencing global crises and there is no consensus and peace, the "Atatürk" foundation considers it its duty to recognize the efforts of the best Kyrgyz citizens who help others live, smile, and
The semifinals of the first annual award – "Most Fashionable Awards 2015" will take place on February 29 at the "Saltanat Palace" restaurant in Bishkek. The short-list will be announced during an evening in a social event format. "The Most Fashionable Award" is a new project of the "World Beauty Congress," uniting countries in the Eurasian region to identify which brands, companies, large, medium, and small private enterprises, organizations, as well as
At the Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after Maldybaev, the audience was delighted by a premiere. On January 31, its artists presented the updated ballet "Swan Lake" by Pyotr Tchaikovsky. "Swan Lake" is perhaps the only classical work known not only to ballet enthusiasts but also to those who have never been to the theater or heard classical music. The plot is based on an ancient legend about the love of Prince Siegfried and the swan maiden
The school cafeteria is a special place, and the taste of the dishes prepared here is remembered for a long time. Grown-up former students usually fondly recall the pies, buns, and compotes for which they stood in line during breaks. What memories of school meals will the current generation of children have? Last week, the best school chefs from different corners of Kyrgyzstan showcased their professional skills at the "Culinary Duel" and had the opportunity to enhance their
Art, particularly painting, is going through tough times in the Kyrgyz Republic. However, despite all the difficulties, local masters of the brush continue to work. Their works can be seen at exhibitions and displays. The creativity of artist Jumabek Bazarbaev serves as an illustration of dedication to one's craft in the realities of modern Kyrgyzstan. Last week, an exhibition of easel painting titled "Karash 2" took place in Bishkek, featuring works by two local artists -
January 2016 was marked for the residents of Bishkek not only by abnormal warmth, long holidays, and relaxation after the festivities, but also by trips to ski resorts and outings to the cinema. The most popular active entertainment in the capital, the encounter, celebrated its anniversary. “Encounter” is an international network of active urban games that originated in the early 2000s in Belarus. In English, its name means “chance meeting,” “first experience,” “unexpected collision,” or
Last weekend, the first fashion event of 2016 - 'Fashion Night' - took place at the Sky Hall Terrace restaurant in the capital. The celebration was organized by the representation of the 'World Beauty Congress' in Kyrgyzstan under the leadership of Amina Yusurova. Guests were greeted by a press wall and a stand designed as a winter forest, against which they could take selfies or memorable photos on their phones or with the help of invited photographers. They then proceeded
The Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev is preparing for an evening in memory of the outstanding dancer, People's Artist of the USSR Cholponbek Bazarbaev. On Thursday, February 4, soloists and ballet artists will take to the stage in his honor, as well as students from the Bishkek Choreographic School, which bears his name. For more than twenty years, Cholponbek Bazarbaev was the premier of the national ballet troupe. His creative repertoire
A verdict has been reached in Kyrgyzstan regarding the introduction of OSAGO insurance policies in the republic, which are already in effect in all EAEU countries. On February 7, 2015, the law on mandatory insurance for vehicles and motorcycles will come into force. The cost of the policy is about 3,000 soms, with a maximum insurance payout of 550,000. The introduction of this new law has provoked a wave of outrage: car owners have been trying to reach the president, parliament, and
Actor Zhenish Mayrambek uulu received the "Oscar" award.
Members of the Kyrgyz Parliament, Janar Akaev and Askarbek Shadiev, have been invited to a formal breakfast with the President of the United States, Barack Obama. The traditional breakfast with American President Barack Obama will take place on February 3 of this year. The U.S. leader hosts formal breakfasts for representatives from various countries on an annual basis. The Jogorku Kenesh (Kyrgyz Parliament) noted that Janar Akaev will represent the parliamentary majority coalition in the
Residents of Bishkek who frequently use the social network "VKontakte" now have the opportunity to diversify their leisure activities. An open group called "Bishkek Meetups" has been established for finding new friends with similar interests and for those who are already 18 years old. The project was initiated by a Bishkek resident under the nickname Dmitry Cavalli. Offline, the guy studies and is passionate about motorsport, while online, he ensures that young people have
Fifteen-year-old resident of Kyrgyzstan Ermek Turdubekov took first place in the Russian literary club competition "Your First Book." This was reported on the official page of the literary club. A total of 32 works were submitted to the competition. The jury members, professional writers, selected the best pieces. Ermek Turdubekov won first place with his stories "Web" and "The Untold Story." Maxim Tikhonov came in second with the work "Where Dreams
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Almazbek Atambayev, signed the Laws "On the Denunciation of the Agreement between the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Government of the Russian Federation on the Construction and Operation of the Kambaratinskaya HPP-1, signed on September 20, 2012, in Bishkek" and "On the Denunciation of the Agreement between the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Government of the Russian Federation on the Construction and Operation of the
Discussions continue in Kyrgyzstan regarding the necessity of the OSAGO procedure for the republic. Officials insist on its necessity, while Kyrgyz citizens are outraged that the draft law is poorly developed and has numerous loopholes for profit-making by both insurers and government officials. Experts fear a new upheaval if the authorities do not meet the people's demands and refine all the nuances in the implementation of the law. The officials and civil servants have nothing to worry
