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Minister Torobaev reported an increase in fishing income to 11 million soms

On November 27, at the Digital Farmer Hackathon 2025 event, Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev shared information about the implementation of digital technologies in the agricultural sector of Kyrgyzstan. According to the minister, the agro-energy sector covers a third of the population, which is about 2.4 million people, out of a total of 7.2 million employed in the agro-industrial complex. Torobaev emphasized that the future of agriculture depends not only on traditional fields and farms

27.11.2025, 15:07
An online portal has been launched to check debt status and travel restrictions.
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An online portal has been launched to check debt status and travel restrictions.

The Enforcement Service under the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan has launched a new online portal designed to enhance transparency and ease of access to information for citizens. This resource allows users to check for debts and travel restrictions, as well as obtain contact details for the responsible enforcement officer. The creation of the platform aims to prevent situations where citizens face unexpected restrictions right before departure, which can lead to trip

27.11.2025, 15:02
Sports

Daut Poltushev Won Gold at the Asian Cup in Tajikistan

At the Asian Judo Cup for juniors, which took place on November 22-23 in Dushanbe, the athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Daut Poltushev, won first place. Poltushev competed in the weight category up to 100 kg, starting his journey from the quarterfinals.

27.11.2025, 15:02
The Death of Fish in the Issyk-Ata District. Businessman Complains About Law Enforcement Inaction
Economy

The Death of Fish in the Issyk-Ata District. Businessman Complains About Law Enforcement Inaction

Entrepreneur V. Kim contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media with a complaint about the inaction of law enforcement agencies and the delay in the criminal case he reported to the prosecutor's office. alt="Mass fish death in the Issyk-Ata district: the businessman is dissatisfied with the work of law enforcement agencies" /> According to him, as a result of the incident, he incurred significant losses, which, according to preliminary estimates, exceed 20 million soms. The

27.11.2025, 14:59
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In the Kemin District, a capsule was laid for the construction of a maternity hospital with the participation of Tashiev.

On November 27, a capsule was laid in Kemin for the construction of a modern maternity hospital with 50 beds, initiated by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev. According to the press service of the State National Security Committee, numerous large-scale projects are being implemented in Kyrgyzstan aimed at meeting the social needs of the population, creating modern educational institutions, as well as constructing

27.11.2025, 14:58
The economic forum "EU - Central Asia" took place in Tashkent.
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The economic forum "EU - Central Asia" took place in Tashkent.

The economic forum "EU - Central Asia" was held in Tashkent, which became an important platform for deepening economic interaction and attracting strategic investments between the countries of the region and the European Union. During the forum, issues of expanding trade and transport links, improving the business climate, supporting sustainable growth, and developing value-added chains in key sectors of the economy were discussed.

27.11.2025, 14:54
The number of fatalities in the residential fire in Hong Kong has risen to 55
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The number of fatalities in the residential fire in Hong Kong has risen to 55

On the day the fire broke out, November 26, the consequences became known, with the initial death toll at 44 people and 279 individuals reported missing. At that time, about 700 people were evacuated and placed in temporary shelters. As of that moment, out of the seven buildings in the complex, four were already under control, and rescue operations continued on the lower floors. Additionally, it is worth noting that since July 2024, eight residential blocks had been under renovation,

27.11.2025, 14:39
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In January-October, pharmaceutical production doubled

From January to October 2025, there has been a significant increase in the production of pharmaceutical products, which doubled compared to the same period in 2024. This data is presented in the reports of the National Statistical Committee. The main factor behind this growth was the increase in the production volumes of medicines, which rose by 2.1 times, as well as the growth in the output of veterinary vaccines, which amounted to 1.6 times.

27.11.2025, 14:34
The International Forum of Search Teams from CIS Countries Took Place in Kazakhstan
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The International Forum of Search Teams from CIS Countries Took Place in Kazakhstan

The International Forum of Search Teams from the CIS countries was held in Pavlodar, Kazakhstan, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory in the Great Patriotic War. Volunteers from Russia, Moldova, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and representatives of the Search Movement of Kyrgyzstan "Our Victory - Bizdin Zhenish" participated in the event. This forum became an important symbol of the unity of peoples united by a common history, fate, and memory of the heroism of the defenders

27.11.2025, 14:34
In the world

Fires in Hong Kong Skyscrapers. What Remains of the Buildings

On November 26, seven residential skyscrapers caught fire in the Tai Po area of Hong Kong, marking one of the deadliest fires in the region's history. According to the South China Morning Post, these buildings contain around 2,000 apartments, housing nearly 5,000 residents. By the morning of November 27, 55 casualties had been reported, 45 people were in critical condition, and 279 residents were declared missing.

27.11.2025, 14:33
Incidents

Daughter of former judge Saniya Brancheva: Mom is in critical condition

Nailya Basimova, daughter of former judge Saniya Branchaeva, informed the editorial staff of Kaktus.media about her mother's critical health condition. According to Nailya, on November 26, Saniya was taken to the hospital by ambulance from the temporary detention facility of the Bishkek City Police Department. Doctors noted that the blood sugar level of the former judge, who suffers from diabetes, reached 30 mmol/L.

27.11.2025, 14:33
Ecology

In the Nooken District, a medical facility guard was fined for improper disposal of medical waste

In the Nooken district, representatives of the Jalal-Abad regional office of the Environmental Protection Service conducted an inspection of local entrepreneurs as part of activities aimed at protecting the environment. According to the environmental protection service, the work of a branch of the Center for General Medical Practice was examined. During the inspection, it was found that medical and other waste had been disposed of in locations that do not comply with established norms and

27.11.2025, 14:31
Ecology

Atabekov Village Council of Jalal-Abad Region fined for illegal dumping on the banks of the Kara-Darya River

In the Atabekov rural district, located in the Jalal-Abad region, inspectors from the regional office of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service conducted an inspection. According to information provided by the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, it was established during the inspection that the order issued following the previous inspection had not been fulfilled. In particular, necessary work to clean up the unauthorized dump on the banks of the Kara-Darya River in the area

27.11.2025, 14:23
A new building of the district department of the GKNB has opened in the Ton District
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A new building of the district department of the GKNB has opened in the Ton District

html On November 27, 2025, a new office building of the district department of the State National Security Committee for the Issyk-Kul region was opened in the Ton district. This information was provided by representatives of the GKNB. The new facility is fully equipped with modern technologies, creating optimal conditions for the effective work of military personnel engaged in national security issues. The building is also equipped with necessary communication tools and network equipment.

27.11.2025, 14:21
Bakyt Torobaev: Kyrgyz Republic Enters a New Stage of Modernization of the Water Sector System
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Bakyt Torobaev: Kyrgyz Republic Enters a New Stage of Modernization of the Water Sector System

At the opening of the forum dedicated to water supply and sanitation issues, Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, highlighted important transformations occurring in the country's water sector. He pointed out the systematic modernization observed in recent years. As part of the Drinking Water Supply and Wastewater Management Development Program, which is planned until 2026, projects are being developed and implemented in more than 600 settlements and 24 cities.

27.11.2025, 14:19
Against the backdrop of the geopolitical situation in the world, the CSTO has demonstrated that the organization has its place.
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Against the backdrop of the geopolitical situation in the world, the CSTO has demonstrated that the organization has its place.

In the context of the current geopolitical situation, the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) has reaffirmed its role and significance. This was stated by political scientist Mamat Aibalaev in an interview with the Kabar agency. He noted that the joint resolution of security issues for member states such as Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Tajikistan is an important aspect of the organization's work.

27.11.2025, 14:18
Economy

For every 100 working-age people in Central Asia, there are about 60 dependents.

Demographic changes in Central Asia play a key role in shaping the economic and social future of the region. According to the report "Generation-2050 in Central Asia," developed with the support of UNICEF, over 50% of the population in the five countries—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—are under 30 years old. This information was provided by the UN News Service. It is noted that having a young population presents a unique opportunity for obtaining a

27.11.2025, 14:13
In Kyzyl-Kiya, a construction company was fined for violating safety regulations.
Incidents

In Kyzyl-Kiya, a construction company was fined for violating safety regulations.

Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Construction The Ministry of Construction reports that the construction company "Asyl Holding," engaged in the construction of a facility in Kyzyl-Kiya, has been fined 200,000 soms. The reason for the fine was the violation of safety regulations at the construction site located on Kulatov Street.

27.11.2025, 14:13
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Shooting near the White House. Trump promised to remove all foreigners "who don't belong in the USA"

U.S. President Donald Trump described the shooting that occurred near the White House as an "act of hate and terror," promising "swift justice" for the shooter. A video message was posted on his account on X. According to Trump, the suspect in the shooting arrived in the country from Afghanistan in 2021, during the presidency of his predecessor, Joe Biden, calling that country a "hellhole on earth."

27.11.2025, 14:13
The President of Belarus stated that the CSTO should respond to militarization in Europe.
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The President of Belarus stated that the CSTO should respond to militarization in Europe.

The President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, emphasized at the CSTO summit in Bishkek that the organization must respond to the growing militarization of European countries, which are actively shifting their economies to military tracks. “European countries are increasing their investments in the defense sector and ramping up arms production. We in the CSTO cannot remain indifferent to these changes,” noted Lukashenko, commenting on the situation during a closed-door meeting of the CSTO

27.11.2025, 14:06
GSAI: Kyrgyzstan Updates Its Audit System and Approaches IAASB Standards
Economy

GSAI: Kyrgyzstan Updates Its Audit System and Approaches IAASB Standards

At the event held in the capital, representatives of the Accounts Chamber of Kyrgyzstan, the Polish Supreme Audit Office, the INTOSAI Development Initiative (IDI), the European Union delegation, and other international partners noted the achievements of the GSAI project, which supports the reform of state audit in the country.

27.11.2025, 14:06
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Tashiev commented on the situation with Chinese citizens

The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, on November 27, during the laying of a capsule for a new maternity hospital in the Kemin district, met with local residents and expressed his opinion regarding the situation with Chinese citizens. In his speech, he emphasized that many initiatives are currently being implemented in Kyrgyzstan aimed at actively developing the country's economy. “Since the collapse of the

27.11.2025, 14:04
Sports / Exclusive

International boxing and Greco-Roman wrestling competitions have started in the city of Manas.

On November 26, international tournaments in boxing and Greco-Roman wrestling for athletes aged 17 to 20 began at the children's and youth sports school of Olympic reserve named after Raatbek Sanatbaev in the city of Manas. The opening of the event was attended by representatives of the presidential envoy in the region. Young athletes from seven regions of Kyrgyzstan are participating in the competitions, as well as delegations from Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.

27.11.2025, 14:04
Eight defendants in the case of the explosion on the Crimean Bridge were sentenced to life imprisonment.
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Eight defendants in the case of the explosion on the Crimean Bridge were sentenced to life imprisonment.

The explosion on the Crimean Bridge occurred on October 8 at 6:35 AM, when a truck carrying 21 tons of explosives detonated on the roadway of the bridge. As a result of the tragedy, five people died, including the truck driver Mahir Yusupov, who, according to investigative data, was unaware of the dangerous cargo. The organizer of this terrorist act is believed to be Vasily Malyuk, the director of the Security Service of Ukraine, who is wanted. Criminal charges for the terrorist act have been

27.11.2025, 14:03
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Kamchybek Tashiev opened another new building of the State Committee for National Security in Issyk-Kul

The solemn opening of the new building of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) in the Ton district took place on November 27. This event was covered by the press service of the agency. Important figures present at the ceremony included Kamchybek Tashiev, the presidential envoy in the Issyk-Kul region Bakytbek Zhetigenov, as well as representatives of local self-government, veterans of the GKNB, and management staff.

27.11.2025, 14:01
The U.S. has suspended the consideration of immigration requests from Afghans after the shooting near the White House.
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The U.S. has suspended the consideration of immigration requests from Afghans after the shooting near the White House.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced a temporary halt to the processing of all immigration requests from Afghan citizens. This decision is related to the need to complete the review of "security protocols and checks," as reported by the BBC. On the X platform, the agency emphasized: "Our primary goal and mission is to protect the safety of our country and the American people."

27.11.2025, 13:55
Putin shared plans for the upcoming chairmanship in the CSTO
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Putin shared plans for the upcoming chairmanship in the CSTO

At a recent session of the Collective Security Council of the CSTO held in Bishkek, Russian President Vladimir Putin noted that for the past several decades, the Collective Security Treaty Organization has ensured security and stability on the Eurasian continent, as well as protecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of its member states. In the context of the current geopolitical tensions, he stated, it is important to focus on promoting the collective interests of CSTO countries.

27.11.2025, 13:55
Local news / Exclusive

17 Capricorns met in the Talas Mountains

In the Kümüştak area of the Bakai-Ata district in the Talas region, near the Boztum-Bulak stream, specialists conducted a population count of mountain goats. This was reported by ecologists who are monitoring wildlife in the region. According to their data, during the monitoring, a gathering of 17 mountain goats was recorded in one location. Ecologists note that such observations allow for tracking the dynamics of the population and the state of natural ecosystems.

27.11.2025, 13:53
The Ministry of Emergency Situations conducted an analysis of the actions of services at the site of the recent fire in the Chuy Region.
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The Ministry of Emergency Situations conducted an analysis of the actions of services at the site of the recent fire in the Chuy Region.

In the village of Chuy, located in the Chuy region, a meeting was held organized by the First Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Azamat Mambetov. The meeting was attended by heads of territorial divisions of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and firefighters to discuss a recent major fire in the area. According to the department, during the meeting Azamat Mambetov conducted a briefing on fire safety, focusing on the example of extinguishing a fire that occurred in the territory of the

27.11.2025, 13:47
Athletes from Kyrgyzstan won 11 medals at the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship in the UAE
Sports

Athletes from Kyrgyzstan won 11 medals at the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship in the UAE

At the World Jiu-Jitsu Championship held in Abu Dhabi, athletes from Kyrgyzstan won 11 medals. This was reported by the mother of one of the participants. For many young athletes, this was their first participation in competitions of such a level, and the team, despite the high competition, managed to achieve significant success, winning five gold, three silver, and three bronze medals.

27.11.2025, 13:47
USA halted acceptance of entry applications from Afghanistan after Trump's call
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USA halted acceptance of entry applications from Afghanistan after Trump's call

Illustrative photo The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services has announced an immediate halt to processing entry applications for citizens of Afghanistan. In their statement, they indicated: “Processing of all immigration requests concerning Afghan citizens is suspended indefinitely pending further analysis of security protocols and vetting. We prioritize the protection and security of our country and the American people.” This decision was made following a shooting that occurred near the

27.11.2025, 13:47
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Remains a Leader in the EAEU in Terms of Growth in Housing Commissioning

According to the report by the Eurasian Economic Commission, from January to September, 94 million 738.5 thousand square meters of housing were commissioned in the EAEU countries. While there is an overall decline of 3.1% in this indicator across the EAEU compared to the same period last year, significant growth was noted in Armenia and Kyrgyzstan: in Armenia, it amounted to 84.9%, and in Kyrgyzstan - 34.3%. Belarus and Kazakhstan demonstrated more modest growth rates of 9% and 3.6%,

27.11.2025, 13:45
Local news

The second stage of asphalt laying has begun at the Old Bishkek construction site.

On Chuy Avenue in Bishkek, between Abdrahmanov and Shopokov Streets, the laying of the second layer of asphalt concrete has begun as part of the Old Bishkek project. These works only started after the preparation of the road foundation and the laying of the first layer of asphalt were completed. Project representatives reported that traffic in this area is expected to resume on December 1. It is worth noting that construction continues amid numerous scandals related to the Old Bishkek project.

27.11.2025, 13:40
Local news

Elections are near, but there's no desire to vote: what residents of Bishkek think

In the run-up to the elections, which will take place in a few days, the staff of 24.kg conducted a survey among the residents of the capital to find out if they are aware of the upcoming elections and whether they intend to participate. The responses varied from confidence to absolute indifference. One of the respondents noted: “I am aware that there will be elections, but I don’t remember when. And voting? Probably not. I’m not interested in politics and don’t see the point in it.” Among the

27.11.2025, 13:39
Behind the Scenes of Putin's Visit: Why Bishkek Became a Center of Big Politics
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Behind the Scenes of Putin's Visit: Why Bishkek Became a Center of Big Politics

Vladimir Putin's state visit to Kyrgyzstan has become an event that immediately marked itself as something more than just an official trip. Despite Bishkek hosting numerous high-profile delegations, it was this visit, with its composition, symbolism, and atmosphere, that became a significant milestone in the development of allied relations between Moscow and Bishkek.

27.11.2025, 13:35
Local news

Switzerland supports Kyrgyzstan in its goal to ensure universal access to drinking water and sanitation by 2030, - ambassador

Switzerland, in collaboration with the World Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, is actively supporting Kyrgyzstan's efforts to achieve the goal of providing universal access to drinking water and sanitation by 2030. This was announced by the Swiss Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Siroco Messerli, on November 27 at the Water Supply and Sanitation Forum. In his speech, which began in Kyrgyz, he quoted a proverb: "Суу — омурдун булагы" (which translates to "Water is

27.11.2025, 13:33