China Southern Airlines has resumed flights on the Urumqi — Osh — Urumqi route. This information was announced by the press service of the JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan." Now citizens of Kyrgyzstan can plan their trips more easily thanks to regular flights that will be operated every Saturday.
Laili Yusupova, a teacher of Russian language and literature at the Zhoomart Bokonbaev School, was appointed as a mentor of the Eurasian Pedagogical Council. The meeting took place in Moscow from November 2 to 7, 2025, where more than 200 educators from 30 countries discussed important issues in education. During the session, Laili Yusupova was awarded the status of official mentor within the Eurasian community.
On November 18, a literary evening dedicated to the work of Topchugul Shaidullaeva, the people's writer of Kyrgyzstan, took place in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the city administration. The event was held at the Central Library named after Tologon Kasymbekov and was part of the implementation of the Concept for the Development of Civil Identity "Kyrgyz Citizen" for 2021–2026, approved by the president.
A meeting was held in Bishkek, attended by the Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bakyt Sydykov, as well as representatives of tax services from all four districts of the capital. According to the press service of the ministry, the purpose of the meeting was to discuss prices for socially significant goods. Addressing those present, Sydykov emphasized the importance of reducing prices for these goods.
A raid aimed at checking compliance with environmental standards by motor vehicles took place in the city of Osh. Information about this was provided by the Osh Regional Department of Environmental and Technical Supervision, which is part of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.
The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan has proposed to extend the zero VAT rate on certain socially significant agricultural products until the end of 2027. This draft document has been put out for public discussion. In the ministry, it was noted that the abolition of VAT on the import of animal feed, including hay, straw, compound feed, bran, and grains, is driven by the need to provide the population with quality feed and reduce prices for it.
In the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, in the village of Terek, a car was presented to the imam of the local mosque, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. On November 16, a traditional event took place in the village, featuring competitions in Kyrgyz national games. These games are aimed at strengthening unity among residents, promoting a healthy lifestyle among the youth, and preserving cultural traditions. The tournament in kok-boru, which is held among various generations, has already
In Bishkek, electricity consumption has significantly decreased to 9 million 735 thousand kWh thanks to the implementation of the "Silence Law," as reported by the city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev. The mayor noted that the established limit for the capital is 10 million 45 thousand kWh. However, until November 13, consumption exceeded this norm and amounted to 11 million 133 thousand kWh.
The Asian Development Bank has allocated funding of $56.4 million, which will be directed towards improving the disaster response capacity of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. These funds will help strengthen financial resilience and ensure timely payments in the event of disasters.
According to the latest data from the National Statistics Committee, from January to September, Kyrgyzstan exported 5.7 tons of gold worth 615.4 million US dollars. In September of this year, 1.4 tons of this precious metal were shipped, of which 1.2 tons went to Switzerland for 137.5 million dollars, and 267.1 kilograms went to the United Kingdom for 31.3 million dollars.
Larry Summers, who previously served as president of Harvard University, has decided to temporarily step back from public life. This decision came in the wake of the publication of his correspondence with convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein. The information was reported by BBC, citing official sources. In a statement made on Monday evening, Summers expressed "deep regret" regarding his past contacts with Epstein and announced his intention to focus on restoring his image. He noted
According to the SANA agency, which cites an official source from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the information regarding the intention to transfer Uyghur fighters to China has no basis. Earlier, AFP reported that Damascus was allegedly preparing for the deportation of Uyghur fighters, and this issue might have been discussed during the first visit of Syrian Foreign Minister Eisaad Hasan al-Sheibani to China. One anonymous informant mentioned plans to transfer "400 Uyghur fighters in
The award ceremony for the first winners of the international award "Kelajak Merosi" ("Heritage of the Future") took place in Tashkent. The laureates received not only statuettes and diplomas but also cash prizes of 10 thousand dollars.
The head of the information and technical support department of the Department of Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies, Nuradin Kanataev, announced on the air of "Birinchi Radio" that every citizen of Kyrgyzstan can now easily find the necessary medications using the mobile application "Dary-Darmek." Kanataev emphasized that the application has been functioning for two years, but its active implementation only began this year.
The head of the information and technical support department of the Department of Medicines and Medical Supplies, Nuradin Kanataev, reported on "Birinchi Radio" that with the help of the mobile application "Dary-Darmek," citizens of Kyrgyzstan can signal high prices for medications. This application was created as part of the implementation of a drug traceability system in the country, allowing users to check QR codes and verify the legality of the medications.
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has approved a new draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic (to the Criminal Code and the Criminal Procedure Code)," which was endorsed by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 25, 2025. The purpose of this law is to improve the protection of the rights of children who find themselves in conflict with the law, as well as to enhance alternative procedures and create more favorable conditions for their
Alexandra Solovyova, the UNDP Resident Representative in Kyrgyzstan, emphasized the importance of biodiversity issues in the current context. In her opinion, the country's mountain ecosystems are under threat due to climate change, which negatively affects rare animals such as the snow leopard. She noted that government initiatives and the development of a biodiversity strategy until 2040 are examples of effective cooperation between the state, scientific community, and private sector,
According to a statement from a White House representative, the administration insists that the bill include a provision that would guarantee the U.S. president control over the sanctions imposed. “It is important for the administration and the president that the sanctions package includes a clause that gives the president the right to make final decisions. If such a clause is included, I am sure the president will consider the possibility of signing this bill,” noted a source in the White
According to reports, from July to September 2021, military personnel from the Joint Operational Group provided security at the abandoned concession where TotalEnergies facilities are located. However, under the pretext of fulfilling their duties, they committed acts of violence and brutality. Local men who fled from the Al-Shabaab group along with their families were subjected to detention and held in metal containers. On November 17, the European Court of Human Rights referred the
As reported by the Agency, the name "Balkhash" won the competition, which involved 882 participants, making it the most popular among the proposed options. The chosen wording also aligns with international practice, where nuclear power plants are named based on geographical principles. Additionally, the commission approved the names in Russian and English: Атомная электростанция «Балхаш» and Balkhash Nuclear Power Plant.
Ravshanbek Sabirov, the director of the National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan, conducted an inspection of the construction of the autoclaved aerated concrete plant "Hua Rui," located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region. The press service of the agency reported on the progress of the field monitoring, which is being carried out to oversee the implementation of the project with a capacity of 300,000 m³ of aerated concrete per year. Sabirov emphasized
According to the information from the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography (GASRKG), the average price of one square meter of housing in Bishkek as of October was 107,221 soms. Data shows that the price per square meter has decreased by 11,257 soms, which corresponds to a decline of 9.5% compared to September.
Today, November 18, a new bridge over the YUBCHK was opened in Bishkek, connecting Shukurava and Mederova streets. Construction work lasted three months, according to information from the city hall's press service. Work began in July 2025, and the project was developed in 2024 based on the urban planning assignment received from the State Enterprise "Bishkekglavarkhitektura," and underwent the necessary state examination.
The municipal inspection of the Bishkek mayor's office conducts daily raids aimed at protecting the atmospheric air and identifying environmental violators. According to the inspection, from November 10 to 16, 7 cases of burning garbage and leaves were recorded. As a result, 7 protocols were drawn up for a total amount of 52,000 soms.
As a result of recent operations in Bishkek, two drivers were identified operating vehicles with fake state registration plates. According to information provided by the press service of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate, these individuals also used illegally installed light and sound signals intended for emergency services. The statement notes: “These violations did not go unnoticed. Both vehicles were found and placed in a specialized impound lot.” Additionally, protocols were drawn up
Volodymyr Zelensky In his message, Zelensky noted: “Tomorrow we will hold meetings in Turkey. We are preparing to activate the negotiation process and we have certain solutions that we will propose to our partners. Our main goal is to expedite the end of the war. We are also continuing work on resuming exchanges and returning prisoners.” According to information provided by Reuters, a representative of U.S. President Donald Trump, Stephen Witkoff, will also meet with Zelensky in Turkey
Kyrgyz athlete Akjol Makhmudov has reached the finals of the Islamic Solidarity Games taking place in Saudi Arabia. He competes in Greco-Roman wrestling in the weight category up to 77 kg, starting from the 1/8 finals.
Sad news has come from Australia: 28-year-old para-cyclist Paige Greco has passed away due to a "sudden medical episode."
On November 18, 2025, a new bridge over the YUBCHK was ceremoniously opened in Bishkek, connecting Shukurova Street (formerly Kropotkina) and Mederova. The construction of this modern facility took only three months, and the city's residents had long awaited its completion. The new bridge significantly improves transport connectivity in this direction, making travel more convenient and faster. This was reported by the city administration. According to information from the municipality,
In the Talas Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, a ceremony was held to present special service uniforms for gamekeepers and wildlife specialists, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The head of the department, Ruslan Akulov, personally handed over the new uniforms to the employees.
Kylian Mbappe has once again found himself at the center of a high-profile conflict with PSG, his former club. The French forward is demanding €253 million from the club, which includes unpaid salaries, bonuses, and compensation for breach of contract.
The Capital Construction Management of Bishkek city has announced the launch of a tender for renovation work at schools No. 40, No. 42, No. 56, and for emergency repairs of engineering networks in educational institutions of the capital. According to information on the state procurement portal, a method of request for quotations with qualification requirements will be applied.
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic is taking a number of measures to stabilize prices on key food products, as reported by the press service of the agency. In order to prevent a rise in meat prices, the government has decided to impose a temporary ban on the export of live cattle. This is expected to lead to an increase in supply in the domestic market and, consequently, a reduction in price pressure.
The demolition process of the Kyrgyz National Music College named after Muratala Kureneev has caused a cloud of dust to rise in the center of Bishkek, attracting the attention of local residents who shared videos on social media. Eyewitnesses note that the dust cloud enveloped the entire area during the dismantling. According to citizens, breathing has become difficult — the dust quickly spread to nearby yards and streets.
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a program worth $56.4 million (approximately 5 billion soms at the current exchange rate) aimed at supporting the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan in enhancing their capacity to respond to natural disasters. According to information on the bank's official website, the funding for the program will be provided through a grant of $53.1 million from the Asian Development Fund (ADF), as well as co-financing of $3.3 million from the Asia-Pacific
In Kyrgyzstan, a decrease in the buyback price of standard gold bars has been recorded, indicating a reduction in prices when selling gold to the National Bank, according to information from the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic. Currently, the buyback prices are as follows: 1 g - 12,817 soms; 2 g - 24,358 soms; 5 g - 59,125 soms; 10 g - 116,432 soms; 1 ounce (31.1 g) - 358,694 soms; 100 g - 1,148,752 soms. It should be noted that this refers to gold of 999 purity.
At the Islamic Solidarity Games taking place in Saudi Arabia, Kyrgyz wrestler Akjol Makhmudov has reached the semifinals of the competition. This information was published on the official tournament website. Makhmudov competes in Greco-Roman wrestling in the weight category up to 77 kilograms.
In his address to Babanov, Kadyrbek stated: “Omurbek Toktogulovich, I respect you, but I must respond to the accusations against my father. Tolgonai Stamalieva has repeatedly mentioned that my father sincerely wished you success before the elections and even insisted on Jeenbekov's resignation, emphasizing the importance of democratic elections.”
Nuradin Kanataev, head of the information and technical support department of the Department of Medicines and Medical Supplies of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, shared new features of the mobile application "Dary-Darmek," which will be updated, during a live broadcast on "Birinchi Radio." This application is designed for convenient searching and verification of medical drugs and is built on the drug traceability system.
From November 22 to 23, 2025, a republican testing will be held in Kyrgyzstan for students of grades 9, 10, and 11 of general educational institutions on a voluntary basis. This was reported by the Ministry of Education. Students will be able to choose three subjects for testing, which will be conducted in the language of instruction — both in Kyrgyz and in Russian. The entire process will take 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Ekaterina claimed that for two years she has been subjected to online harassment by fans of her ex-husband and is experiencing pressure from his relatives. These circumstances led to a check on her mental health, which she reported in her profile. Scandalous Video and Criminal Cases
Almaz Musaev, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, stated the urgent need to update the country's Red Book. According to Musaev, the last update of this document took place quite a long time ago, and it is time to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the state of flora and fauna to prepare a new edition.
On November 17, a working meeting was held in Bishkek dedicated to the reform of the driver training system, led by the Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, Dogdurkul Kenderbaeva. Participants in the working group addressing driver training issues, as well as representatives from the Kyrgyz Academy of Education, the Republican Scientific and Methodological Center, the State Center for Vehicle and Driver Registration, and heads of primary vocational education institutions took part in
On November 17, representatives of the Ministry of Education received educational and methodological complexes on "Natural Sciences" at the printing house of OJSC "Uchkyn," intended for second-grade students. According to information from the ministry, 344,660 copies of educational materials were printed for schools teaching in Kyrgyz and Russian languages.
In the rural district of Sadyr-Ake in the Issyk-Kul region, two buses were handed over by the non-profit organization "Eurasia." These minibuses will be used to transport students from the secondary schools named after Ch. Imankulov and A.S. Pushkin. "In the 2025-2026 academic year, there are 1,381 students enrolled in the school. There are 76 teachers working here. Students come from the village of Pristan and from the military unit. Previously, they were transported by a large
On the facade of the administrative building of the National Film Studio "Kyrgyzfilm," named after Tölömüş Okeeva, a new mural has been installed, depicting the portrait of the legendary director who made a significant contribution to the development of Kyrgyz cinema on the international stage. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the mural also features iconic frames from films recognized as the "Kyrgyz miracle."
At the "Gishtkuprik" auto checkpoint in Uzbekistan, "green" and "red" corridors for vehicles will be created. This was reported by the press service of the Customs Committee. Photo by the Customs Committee of Uzbekistan. Checkpoint "Gishtkuprik"
According to the latest macro review by the Eurasian Development Bank, the GDP of the Kyrgyz Republic increased by 10% from January to October 2025. Experts attribute this positive trend to the growth in consumption and investment activity. In particular, the construction sector shows an impressive growth of 27.7%, driven by government programs for housing provision and investments in infrastructure projects.
