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The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic wants to introduce a ban on the import of seedlings of several fruit crops.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has presented a draft resolution concerning the introduction of a temporary ban on the import of seedlings of certain fruit and berry crops. This document is available for public discussion and suggestions. According to this draft, starting from January 1, 2026, it is planned to restrict the import of certain varieties of seedlings for a period of six months. At the same time, re-export, transit, and movement of goods within the Eurasian Economic Union

17.11.2025, 13:11
Economy

Adylbek Kasymaliev spoke about GDP volumes

At a hardware meeting chaired by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, information was presented indicating that since the beginning of the year, the growth rate of real GDP has exceeded 10%. The highest growth rates are observed in the pharmaceutical sector, where the increase has reached 100%, as well as in food production, which has grown by 33.6%. Additionally, the production of rubber and plastic products, as well as construction materials, has increased by 33.8%. In the chemical industry,

17.11.2025, 13:07
A new hospital will be built in Tokmok to replace the outdated 86-year-old building.
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A new hospital will be built in Tokmok to replace the outdated 86-year-old building.

A new hospital is planned to be built in Tokmok on the site of the old building, which was erected 86 years ago. This was announced in a statement by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. Minister Nurdana Oruntaev, during a working visit to the Chui region, along with Tokmok Mayor Altynbek Ergeshov, visited several construction sites in the city to familiarize himself with their condition.

17.11.2025, 13:06
The section of the road on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue will open on November 24.
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The section of the road on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue will open on November 24.

Photo 24.kg According to information provided by the press service of the mayor's office, on November 24, a section of the road on Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue is planned to be opened, which will stretch from the Southern Highway to Akhunbaev Street. The road marking work has already been completed, and only the installation of streetlights remains.

17.11.2025, 13:05
The Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service has strengthened security measures on mountain roads
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service has strengthened security measures on mountain roads

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17.11.2025, 12:59
"Kyrgyz EXPO 2025" showcased the achievements of the labor and talent of our people
Economy

"Kyrgyz EXPO 2025" showcased the achievements of the labor and talent of our people

A significant international exhibition "Kyrgyz EXPO 2025" took place in Bishkek, which, in essence, has no analogs in the Kyrgyz market. The event featured 150 companies and over 1,000 business participants from Kyrgyzstan, as well as from Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, China, Turkey, Germany, Hungary, Iran, Italy, Mongolia, and other countries. The Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan, Avazbek Kerimbaev, noted in an interview with vb.kg that the

17.11.2025, 12:57
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Parents of students at the school in Pristan-Przhevalsk on Issyk-Kul have reported an organized scheme of subordination of younger classes to older ones. They are requesting a meeting with the head of the State Committee for National Security.

In Karakol, at school No. 7 of the municipal territorial administration of Pristan-Prezhvalsk, representatives of the parent committee expressed concern about systematic violence occurring among students and the inaction of responsible authorities. Maria Tsareva, one of the members of the parent committee, reported the creation of a so-called "system" within the educational institution, where high school students use physical force against younger students and engage in extortion of

17.11.2025, 12:57
34 Illegal Migrants Rescued Off the Coast of Izmir
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34 Illegal Migrants Rescued Off the Coast of Izmir

In the Seferihisar district, located in Izmir province, the Turkish coast guard conducted a rescue operation for 34 illegal migrants, as reported by the Kazinform agency, citing Anadolu Ajansi. According to information posted on the official website of the Coast Guard Command, the migrants were on an inflatable boat that drifted into open sea due to engine failure.

17.11.2025, 12:50
Kyrgyzstan's taxi drivers are urged to submit all documents for licensing by December 1
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Kyrgyzstan's taxi drivers are urged to submit all documents for licensing by December 1

The patrol service of the police draws the attention of drivers engaged in passenger transportation to the necessity of preparing and providing all required documents for obtaining a license. The deadline for submitting documents is set for December 1, as reported by the UPSM. According to information from the UPSM, the following set of documents is required to obtain a license:

17.11.2025, 12:50
Melis Turgunbaev: Migrants are Returning, but There is a Shortage of Labor in the Kyrgyz Republic
Economy

Melis Turgunbaev: Migrants are Returning, but There is a Shortage of Labor in the Kyrgyz Republic

During the plenary session of the congress taking place in Almaty, Turgunbaev noted that there is a trend of reverse migration: many Kyrgyz citizens who previously worked in Russia are returning to their homeland. However, even with the increasing number of returnees, the republic still lacks labor, which forces the authorities to attract foreign specialists, as reported by Exclusive.kz.

17.11.2025, 12:42
Local news / Exclusive

The Osh City Hall canceled the decision to disconnect cafes and restaurants from electricity supply after criticism from citizens and the president.

On the evening of November 13, a raid took place in Osh aimed at ensuring compliance with the noise regulations after 10:00 PM and saving electricity, as reported by the city authorities' press service. During the raid, Mayor J. Toktorbaev ordered the suspension of operations for 12 cafes and four other establishments for one day.

17.11.2025, 12:41
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Part of the territory of the state residence "Ala-Archa" has been allocated for a school, kindergarten, and medical center. The facilities were inaugurated by the president.

On November 15, President Sadyr Japarov officially opened several social facilities located on the grounds of the state residence "Ala-Archa" in the village of Chon-Aryk. According to information from the president's press service, a modern educational and health complex has been created on a land area of approximately 10.5 hectares. The main element of this complex is a new two-story school covering more than 5,000 square meters, which can accommodate 570 students and includes

17.11.2025, 12:38
Mongolia Chairs the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 by the UN
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Mongolia Chairs the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 by the UN

The meeting of the Steering Committee took place on November 13, 2025, at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Rome, Italy. Under the leadership of Naranthungalag Tserendorj, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Mongolia to the FAO, participants discussed the importance of maintaining healthy grazing ecosystems to ensure the livelihoods of pastoralists, as well as to support inclusive economic growth and enhance environmental

17.11.2025, 12:37
Local news

More than 10,000 police officers will be on enhanced duty during the election days

In connection with the upcoming early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30, security measures have been intensified in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Nurlan Ismailov, a representative of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." Currently, there are 2,492 polling stations operating in the country, and more than 5,000 police officers have already been deployed to ensure safety.

17.11.2025, 12:27
Special exercises of the CSTO will be held in Belarus
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Special exercises of the CSTO will be held in Belarus

According to Starkov, this exercise will continue the practice of joint response to biological threats in the interests of the collective peacekeeping forces of the CSTO. He noted this in an interview with the Ministry of Defense's television company "VoenTV". Starkov also reminded about the "Barrier-2025" exercise, which took place at the Fakhrobod training ground in Tajikistan in 2025, where a unit from the eighth brigade of the radiation, chemical, and biological

17.11.2025, 12:25
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In Batken Region, a suspect has been detained for attempting to smuggle cattle into Tajikistan

In the Batken region, a citizen has been detained on charges of attempting to smuggle livestock across the border, reports the press service of the presidential representative's office. According to information received on November 16 at 20:50, a border patrol from the Batken border detachment stopped an unknown man in the area of Mazar-Bashy, located in the village of Orto-Boz. He was attempting to drive two heads of cattle from Kyrgyzstan to Tajikistan.

17.11.2025, 12:25
Economy

Licensing of Private Schools Simplified. Results

At a government meeting in Bishkek, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev announced the results of the challenges initiated in August 2025 as part of the "Government Accelerators" program. He noted that the sharp increase in population in cities like Bishkek and Osh, as well as in some regions, has led to a significant burden on state educational institutions. This circumstance prompted the government to engage the private sector more actively in the education

17.11.2025, 12:23
Exclusive

At Osh Airport, two suspects in illegal currency exchange were detained

At Osh International Airport, individuals suspected of engaging in illegal currency exchange have been detained. According to information provided by the Turmush press service of the Osh region's Internal Affairs Department, employees of the air transport department received information that several citizens were exchanging currency at this airport without the necessary license.

17.11.2025, 12:16
Local news / Exclusive

A new building for the electric grid enterprise has been constructed in Jumgal, and the Minister of Energy has been awarded an honorary title.

In the village of Chayek, located in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, the construction of a new administrative building for the local electric network enterprise has been completed. Attending the event were the Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev and representatives of the National Electric Networks of Kyrgyzstan JSC.

17.11.2025, 12:11
The construction of the Baghahangai—Khunnu City railway will help reduce congestion in the capital.
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The construction of the Baghahangai—Khunnu City railway will help reduce congestion in the capital.

The implementation of this project will also result in Ulaanbaatar no longer allowing the transportation of hazardous and imported goods through its territory, except for passenger, transit, and fuel transport. As reported by the governor of the capital, the new Class III railway will have a length of 102.5 km and a track gauge of 1520 mm. The project includes the construction of three stations, four passing loops, and a bridge 2.5 km long. The construction process will be divided into two

17.11.2025, 12:09
In the USA, the first death from a meat allergy caused by a tick bite has been registered
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In the USA, the first death from a meat allergy caused by a tick bite has been registered

// Illustrative photo The death of a 47-year-old airline pilot, which occurred in the summer of 2024, was the result of an allergic reaction to mammalian meat. The first signs of allergy appeared in the man after he spent a day outdoors and had a beef steak for dinner. That night, he felt unwell, accompanied by vomiting and diarrhea. In the morning, his condition improved, and he did not seek medical help. Two weeks later, while at home in New Jersey, the man ate a hamburger and again

17.11.2025, 12:09
Amateur Triathlon Competitions to be Held in Osh
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Amateur Triathlon Competitions to be Held in Osh

A triathlon for amateurs will take place at the "Bulak" sports complex in Osh. The organizers report that the competition will be held with a wave start — 8 participants in each wave. Participants must complete the distance within an overall time limit of 1 hour and 50 minutes.

17.11.2025, 12:09
Harmful Air in Tashkent Will Persist for Several Days, - Uzhydromet
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Harmful Air in Tashkent Will Persist for Several Days, - Uzhydromet

According to the agency's information, sharp temperature changes contributed to the formation of a temperature inversion, as a result of which harmful particles remain at ground level, not rising into the atmosphere, which in turn leads to increased pollution. On Sunday, November 16, the air in the capital became significantly more polluted. By 8:00 PM, the concentration of PM10 reached 373 µg/m³, exceeding the norm of 300 µg/m³. The level of PM2.5 increased to 202 µg/m³, which is more

17.11.2025, 12:08
The United Kingdom plans to introduce a 20-year waiting period for asylum seekers who arrive in the country illegally to apply for permanent residency.
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The United Kingdom plans to introduce a 20-year waiting period for asylum seekers who arrive in the country illegally to apply for permanent residency.

The introduction of such a period applies to individuals who arrived in the UK illegally — for example, on small boats or in trucks, as well as those who applied for asylum after their visa expired. However, for "qualified refugees," there are mitigating conditions that allow for the reduction of the 20-year period through participation in certain types of work or study. Individuals who legally arrive in the UK through special refugee resettlement programs will be able to obtain

17.11.2025, 12:08
The income of the Social Insurance Fund increased by 15.9% in the first nine months
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The income of the Social Insurance Fund increased by 15.9% in the first nine months

According to the Main Department of Social Insurance of Mongolia, the income of the Social Insurance Fund for the first nine months of this year reached ₮4.85 trillion, which is 15.9% or ₮666.4 billion more than in the same period of 2024. The National Statistical Office of Mongolia noted that the main factor for growth was the increased revenue from the Pension Insurance Fund, which grew by 14.2% (₮515.7 billion), as well as the income from the Benefit Insurance Fund, which increased by 24.4%

17.11.2025, 12:08
Local news / Exclusive

Price Gouging on Meat Discovered in Markets of Kara-Suu

Monitoring of meat and coal prices in the Kara-Suu district revealed a number of violations. According to information from the presidential representative's office in the Osh region, an inspection of establishments selling meat and coal was conducted on November 14. This was part of efforts to maintain stable prices for socially significant goods.

17.11.2025, 12:08
Economy

In the city of Osh, the highest inflation in the regions of Kyrgyzstan is 9 percent

According to data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, the inflation rate in the country was 7.1 percent compared to December 2024. The highest price increase was observed in the services sector, where prices rose by 8.9 percent. Food and non-alcoholic beverages became 7.4 percent more expensive, alcohol and tobacco increased by 6.7 percent, and non-food goods rose by 5.6 percent.

17.11.2025, 12:06
Local news

The International School of Student Tourism has started in Bishkek

The solemn opening of the International School of Student Tourism took place within the walls of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B. N. Yeltsin. This project was implemented with the participation of the North Caucasus Federal University and the "Student Tourism" program, which received support from the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia and KRSU. Alexey Poida, a representative of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia at the Russian Embassy in

17.11.2025, 12:02
EBRD provided a $20 million loan to support Mongolia's rural agribusiness
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EBRD provided a $20 million loan to support Mongolia's rural agribusiness

This loan will allow Khan Bank to increase lending volumes for rural agricultural enterprises, as well as enhance climate risk management and promote "green" investments among small local companies. It is planned that at least 15% of the allocated funds will be directed towards supporting projects that contribute to environmental sustainability and climate change adaptation for local farmers. This is the first loan provided by the EBRD in Mongolia and Central Asia specifically

17.11.2025, 12:01
A Bishkek Resident Lost Her Apartment Due to Fraudsters
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A Bishkek Resident Lost Her Apartment Due to Fraudsters

A resident of Bishkek, R.L., born in 1954, reported fraudulent activities to law enforcement. Unknown individuals, posing as employees of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, convinced her to transfer money for the protection of her property and the financing of counter-terrorism activities. According to information from the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the capital, the victim sold her apartment and transferred money to 18 different bank accounts,

17.11.2025, 11:59
Tourism

In six months, almost 5 million tourists visited Kyrgyzstan

According to information provided by Damir Jumakhanov, head of the international cooperation and tourism development department of the JSC "Tourism Support and Development Fund," the contribution of the tourism sector to the gross domestic product (GDP) of the country in the first half of 2025 was 4.3%. This was announced during a radio broadcast. According to the report from the National Statistical Committee, as of July 1, 2025, there are more than 143,000 organizations operating in

17.11.2025, 11:59