"‘They said I am not Kazakh.’ Hundreds of repatriates from Afghanistan have lost their citizenship in Kazakhstan and live in a state of limbo."

Ainuddin, a native of the Afghan province of Kunduz, first set foot on Kazakh soil in 2016. He arrived in Kazakhstan with a group of students enrolled in preparatory courses at an Almaty university. Being the only one who spoke Kazakh, he acted as a translator between the Afghan students and local teachers. Two years later, Ainuddin enrolled in Karaganda Technical University, where he obtained a residence permit and a kanda certificate. He submitted documents for Kazakh citizenship, attaching

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi to Visit Kyrgyzstan on Official Visit

Wang Yi, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China and a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, will visit Kyrgyzstan on an official visit at the invitation of his Kyrgyz counterpart Jeenbek Kulubaev. The visit is scheduled for November 19-20. During his stay in the country, the minister plans to hold meetings with the top leadership of Kyrgyzstan and negotiations with the Minister of Foreign Affairs. The agenda of

Fair in Bishkek: Horse meat for 599 soms, as well as fresh vegetables and fruits

Last weekend, a fair was held at Turdakun Usubaliev Square in Bishkek, showcasing socially significant products. Horse meat particularly attracted the attention of buyers, as it was offered at a price of 599 soms per kilogram. The fair also featured a variety of meat products, including beef, lamb, and chicken. Burool Doletbaeva, a pensioner and member of the veteran choir "Red Carnation," happily shared her impressions: she purchased vegetables, fruits, and a bit of meat from

In Kyrgyzstan, nearly 12,000 children are born prematurely each year

Every year on November 17, the whole world celebrates World Prematurity Day, established by the European Foundation for the Care of Newborn Infants (EFCNI). This event aims to draw attention to the issues of premature births, the care of premature infants, and the support of their families.

ADB allocates $56.4 million to Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan for disaster relief

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved the allocation of $56.4 million to support Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan in enhancing their capacity to respond to natural disasters. This was reported by the organization's press service. Under this program, funding 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 Climate Fund. The ADF offers grants to the most vulnerable and poorest countries in

Shokhrukh Makhmadaminov scored in the victorious match of "Stolitsa"

In the 9th round of the Premier League, which took place on November 16, the team "Stolica" faced "FSK-Butikavto" and achieved a convincing victory with a crushing score of 7:0.

In Kyrgyzstan, digital court proceedings will be implemented starting in 2026

Starting from the beginning of 2026, digital court proceedings will be implemented in Kyrgyzstan, which will radically change the operation of the judicial system and the interaction of citizens with the courts. The corresponding law has been signed by the president, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Justice. The law, which was adopted on November 14, introduces significant changes to three key codes: the Civil Procedure Code, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Settled the Railway "Conflict"

The situation with cargo at the MGSP "Saryagash" has become critical, as the Uzbek side was not accepting trains, leading to a large number of wagons accumulating, as reported by Ulysmedia.kz. During discussions in Tashkent, the delegations addressed current issues related to the operation of the railway systems of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, as well as the load on the stations.

Residents of Bishkek are invited to weekend food fairs

Since the beginning of November, weekend fairs organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources have been taking place in Bishkek. The press service of the agency reports the start of events in the center of the capital. Farmers wishing to participate in the fairs are encouraged to contact the following phone numbers: 0312 66 14 22 and 0702 70 20 00.

The Ministry of Education revealed details of the incident involving Karakol school students and former students.

The Ministry of Education responded to reports of violence and offenses among students of secondary school No. 7 named after Mendegul Uulu Karach Ake in Karakol, Issyk-Kul region. According to the ministry's information, on November 2, 2025, a school social worker received information that students from grades 9-11 were gathering in a grove near Sadovaya Street between 8:30 PM and 9:00 PM, where, according to sources, violence might occur.

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Warns About Another Fraud Scheme

The UN Security Council discussed the link between conflicts and hunger

In the open debates taking place at the UN Security Council, issues of food security and the impact of hunger as a factor contributing to conflicts are being discussed. Amina Mohammed, the UN Deputy Secretary-General, emphasized that wars and hunger "are often two sides of the same crisis." She added that conflicts severely damage agriculture, markets, and transport routes, while hunger "fuels despair, and despair leads to violence and displacement."

GNS: Simplified Registration for Taxpayers Operating on a Patent Basis

Thus, individual entrepreneurs or individuals operating on the basis of a patent will now be automatically registered with the tax authorities upon obtaining a patent in the relevant region, without the need to submit a separate application. Additionally, a provision has been introduced into the tax legislation stating that the activities of patent taxpayers are not subject to field tax audits during the validity period of the patent, except in cases of counter checks. Other forms of tax

Boy beaten, phone and documents taken: Five detained

In Kyzyl-Kyia, according to information from the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Batken region, five individuals suspected of robbery have been detained. The incident occurred on November 10, when a 26-year-old man from the Kadamjai district reported to the local police station. He stated that that evening in the Panorama area in the southern part of the city, a group of five unknown individuals attacked him, beat him, and took his Samsung mobile phone along with his documents.

The Ministry of Labor reported how many unemployed people there are in Kyrgyzstan

According to data provided by Saadatkul Mukambetova, a leading specialist at the Employment Assistance Solutions Department of the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration, the total population of Kyrgyzstan is 7 million 373 thousand people. Of these, 59 thousand 600 citizens are registered as unemployed. Among them, 40 thousand 968 people have all the necessary documents and are officially recognized as unemployed. Mukambetova noted that active measures are being taken to assist

Islamic Games: Asan Zhanishov Reached the Semifinals

Athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Asan Janyshov, has successfully reached the semifinals of the Islamic Solidarity Games taking place in Saudi Arabia. He is competing in the Greco-Roman wrestling category up to 87 kg.

Took the walker and cane: Bishkek police detained a man who robbed an elderly person

According to the medical report, D.K. was diagnosed with a fracture of the neck of the right femur with displacement. Based on this fact, a criminal case was initiated in the Investigative Service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs under Article 206 (Robbery) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. A forensic medical examination has also been appointed.

Torobaev: The Well-being of Rural Residents is the Key to the Country's Development

On November 15, an important step towards supporting agriculture took place in the Chuy region, Sokuluk district — a ceremony for the transfer of new equipment to the state breeding plant. The event was attended by Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan.

Digital Justice: New Rules of Court Proceedings Approved by the President

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a law concerning amendments to several legislative acts, including the Administrative Procedure Code, the Civil Procedure Code, and the Criminal Procedure Code. This decision was made by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 25, 2025. The main goal of this law is to modernize the judicial system and provide citizens with more convenient access to justice through the implementation of modern digital technologies.

Uzbekistan Signed a Contract for Electricity Export to Afghanistan in 2026

Illustrative photo Uzbekistan will continue to export electricity to Afghanistan in 2026. This became possible thanks to an agreement signed on November 17 in Tashkent, as reported by the press service of the Uzbek Ministry of Energy. According to the Ministry of Energy, the agreement resulted from negotiations between Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov, the head of the ministry, and Abdul Bori Omar, the director of the Afghan company Da Afghanistan Breshna Sherkat (DABS).

During the elections of delegates to the People's Kurultai in the Chui region, a heated exchange occurred

In the Chuy region, during the elections for delegates to the IV People's Kurultai, an incident occurred, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. The author of the video recording, which captured the events, claims that the elections were held with violations and without the proper documentation of protocols.

Aibek Junushaliev on raids at cafes after 10 PM: We did not allow extremes

Speaking at a meeting with akims and heads of city services, Junushaliev emphasized that the restrictions imposed on establishments prohibiting their operation after 10:00 PM have yielded tangible results: for the first time in a long period, the capital has adhered to the electricity consumption limit. “During the raid on November 13, we avoided extreme measures such as power and water supply disconnections,” the mayor noted. “We clarified the situation, and now it is important to continue

A man was beaten to death at Issyk-Kul: among those detained are police officers

On November 15, an incident occurred in one of the recreation centers in the village of Kara-Oy, located in the Issyk-Kul region, during which a citizen named E.B. sustained serious injuries from being beaten by unknown individuals. According to the regional police department, an investigative operational group was dispatched to the specified address, where they found the victim in critical condition. E.B. was immediately transported to the district hospital.

Sommelier from Kyrgyzstan Became the Silver Medalist of a Prestigious International Competition

Recently, the international sommelier competition LGCF The Best Sommelier of Great Steppe 2025 took place in Baku, gathering the best representatives from five countries: Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Mongolia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. Kyrgyzstan was represented by the winner of the national stage The Great Steppe Kyrgyzstan 2025, Elena Shtepa. Elena Shtepa was awarded a silver medal at this prestigious event.

Life in the Regions: Zharkynai Myrzaeva from Kadamzhai District Showed the Flower Plantation Where She Earns a Living

Zharkynai Myrzaeva, a resident of the village of Örükzar in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, successfully earns a living by growing flowers. She primarily focuses on chrysanthemums of various varieties, which she sells to ensure the financial well-being of her family. According to Zharkynai, she usually purchases flower seedlings from other regions of Kyrgyzstan and even from Uzbekistan. "This season we planted about 600 seedlings. Work begins early in the spring, and now

The fourth hydro unit has been launched at the Toktogul HPP after reconstruction.

A project for the construction of floating solar power plants is planned at the Toktogul Reservoir. On November 18, during the ceremony for the launch of the upgraded fourth hydro unit of the Toktogul HPP and the second unit of the Uch-Korgon HPP, the Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Talaybek Ibraev, announced upcoming plans.

The Ministry of Labor reported the availability of 8,000 job vacancies across the country

In the first ten months of this year, over 25 thousand vacancies were registered in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Saadatkul Mukambetova, a leading specialist at the Department of Employment Promotion Solutions of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, during a live broadcast on the Kabar agency. She noted that out of the total number of vacancies, 18 thousand are already filled, while approximately 8 thousand remain available for citizens applying to the employment service.

Mbappé and PSG filed counterclaims in court

Lack of Warning Signs During Road Works Led to an Accident in Bishkek

According to the press service of the Patrol Police Department, an accident related to road works occurred in Bishkek on November 17. The incident took place around 20:30. A 23-year-old driver of a "Hovo" truck was traveling west on Shabdan Baatyr Street, following a "Subaru Forester." Suddenly, he encountered a concrete block that was on the roadway without any warning signs. As a result, the truck driver lost control and collided with a passenger car, which veered sharply

In the KR, there are over 8,000 vacancies: The Ministry of Labor named the most in-demand professions

As of the end of October 2025, there are more than 8,000 open vacancies in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported to "Kabar" by Sadatkyl Mukambetova, an employee of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. According to her, among those who turn to the ministry in search of work, the most popular professions are hairdresser, cook, welder, seamstress, accountant, translator, and driver. These specialties remain the most in demand in the labor market.

Asan Zhanishov reached the quarter-finals of the Islamic Games

Asan Janishov, representing Kyrgyzstan, has successfully advanced to the quarterfinals of the Islamic Solidarity Games taking place in Saudi Arabia. He is competing in Greco-Roman wrestling in the weight category up to 87 kg.

Akzhol Makhmudov reached the semifinals of the Islamic Games

At the Islamic Solidarity Games in Saudi Arabia, Kyrgyzstani Akzhol Makhmudov demonstrated excellent results, reaching the semifinals in the Greco-Roman wrestling tournament in the 77 kg weight category. Akzhol began his journey in the round of 16, where he secured a confident victory over a wrestler from Tunisia.

Taxpayers on a Patent Are No Longer Required to Visit Tax Authorities

Changes have occurred in the tax registration process for taxpayers using patents in Kyrgyzstan. This information was announced by the State Tax Service. According to the new provisions of the Tax Code, which came into effect due to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic dated October 29, 2025, individuals obtaining patents through the electronic system of the State Tax Service will automatically receive tax registration immediately after the issuance of the patent. This means that the need for a

In Bishkek, a pensioner was robbed and suffered a hip fracture.

A suspect in the robbery of a pensioner was detained in the capital of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by representatives of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. On November 17, a woman named A.B. contacted the police for help. She reported that on the same day, around 5:00 PM, an unknown person attacked her relative, 79-year-old citizen D.H., on Moscow Street, pushing him, causing him to fall. The perpetrator took advantage of the moment and stole the elderly man's cane

The Parliamentary Assembly of the CSTO will hold a meeting in Moscow

A meeting of the CSTO Parliamentary Assembly will take place in Moscow on December 8, as reported by RIA Novosti. According to information provided by the organization, the event will be held in the format of a joint meeting of the council and the 18th plenary session of the assembly, under the leadership of Vyacheslav Volodin, the Chairman of the State Duma of the Russian Federation and the assembly itself.

Kyrgyzstani Munarbek Seitbek Uulu reached the semifinals of the World Boxing Cup

Photo from the internet. Kyrgyz boxer Munarbek Seyitbek uulu At the World Boxing Cup taking place in India, Kyrgyz boxer Munarbek Seyitbek uulu successfully began his performance, achieving a confident victory in his first match. On November 17, Munarbek entered the ring in the weight category up to 60 kilograms, where in the fourth final he faced Polish boxer Pawel Brac. After three rounds, the judges unanimously awarded victory to the Kyrgyzstani with a score of 5:0.

In Bishkek, an 81-year-old disabled man was attacked: his cane and walker were taken away.

On November 18, the press service of the Interior Department of the Lenin District reported the detention of a suspect in a robbery. The incident occurred on November 17 at 5:00 PM on Moskovskaya Street. An unknown assailant attacked an elderly man, who is 81 years old, pushing him and stealing his cane and walker. As a result of the attack, the pensioner sustained a fracture of the neck of the right femur with displacement.

A new state program for biodiversity conservation until 2040 was presented in Bishkek

A national seminar was held in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, where the state program for biodiversity conservation until 2040 and the corresponding Action Plan until 2030 (NBSAP) were presented. This program serves as the main strategic document in the country concerning the protection and sustainable use of biodiversity. It was developed in accordance with the Kunming-Montreal Global Framework for Biodiversity and reflects key priorities for national development until 2040.

The State Committee for National Security warned about criminal liability for price gouging on meat.

Representatives of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), together with the Bishkek city administration, the antimonopoly service, and law enforcement agencies, conducted on-site inspections at major points of sale for meat products. As reported by the GKNB press service, these measures are aimed at ensuring food security and monitoring compliance with state price regulation for meat. Since August 11, 2025, state price regulation for meat has come into

A modern tunnel car wash complex has opened in Osh

A new tunnel car wash complex has opened in the city of Osh, which is already operational. This information was provided by the city hall. The opening ceremony was attended by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, Chairman of the City Council Bolot Bayetov, as well as builders and residents of the city.

Trump to Head the Council of Peace in Gaza

Donald Trump expressed his congratulations to the world regarding the historic decision of the UN Security Council, which approved the establishment of the Council of Peace. This new body will be headed by the President of the United States and other prominent world leaders, reports Kazinform. “I congratulate the world on this wonderful decision of the UN Security Council, which recognized and approved the creation of the Council of Peace, which I will lead together with the most respected

The situation involving citizens of the PRC is an isolated incident that does not affect interstate relations.

In Bishkek, the "Doctor Life" Museum and the friend of "Vecherka" - Ernst Akramov were opened

Ernst Akramov is an outstanding figure in the field of surgery in Kyrgyzstan. Many specialists from the Chui Regional Hospital, who were his students and followers, have achieved significant success thanks to his guidance. At the opening of the museum, not only colleagues of the professor attended, but also his friends, former patients, representatives of the Ministry of Health, as well as prominent figures from the fields of culture and science.

Official Unemployment in Kyrgyzstan is Decreasing: Reasons Named by the Ministry of Labor

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a steady decline in the number of citizens registered as unemployed. This was reported in a live broadcast by Saadatkul Mukambetova, a leading specialist at the Employment Promotion Solutions Department of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. According to her, this decrease is related to the increase in the number of people working informally — without employment contracts or temporarily in seasonal jobs.

In Bishkek, the road near GUM is being asphalted

In Bishkek, on Chuy Avenue, work has begun on paving the road near GUM. It is expected that the completion of the work and the opening of traffic on the updated road will take place on December 5-6 of this year.

The Ministry of Health reminded about protective measures during the cold and flu season

The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has made an important statement regarding precautionary measures during the cold and flu season. The agency highlighted several key recommendations:

In Bishkek, a driver was injured in a traffic accident due to a contractor

An accident occurred on Shabdan Batyr Street in Bishkek, as reported by the capital's Road Traffic Safety Department (UPSM). According to law enforcement agencies, around 8:30 PM, a 23-year-old driver of a Hovo truck, T.D.R., was heading west and collided with a Subaru Forester driven by a 44-year-old S.N.E. As a result of the collision, the Subaru driver sustained serious injuries — a fracture of the right arm.

In Bishkek, a voluntary republican testing for high school students will take place on November 22-23.

In Bishkek, on November 22-23, a voluntary republican testing for students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will take place. This was reported by the Ministry of Education. Students will be able to choose up to three subjects for testing, which will be conducted in the language of instruction — Kyrgyz or Russian. The total duration of the test will be 3 hours and 30 minutes.