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Zheenbek Kulubaev met with the Special Envoy of the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lee Uk-hon
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Zheenbek Kulubaev met with the Special Envoy of the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Lee Uk-hon

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Zheenbek Kulubaev, held a meeting with Lee Uk-hon, who is the Special Envoy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea. During the negotiations, issues of bilateral and multilateral cooperation were discussed, including interaction within the framework of the "Central Asia + Republic of Korea" dialogue. Kulubaev noted the importance of deepening political dialogue and practical cooperation, adding that the

24.11.2025, 17:49
Vladimir Putin will make a state visit to Kyrgyzstan
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Vladimir Putin will make a state visit to Kyrgyzstan

From November 25 to 27 of this year, Vladimir Putin, the President of the Russian Federation, will visit Kyrgyzstan on a state visit. This was announced by Sagynbek Abdumutalip, who heads the foreign policy department of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. This visit is organized at the invitation of Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, and it is expected to be an important step in strengthening the strategic partnership and allied relations between the two

24.11.2025, 17:42
Sports

Legendary Kazakh Boxer Elected President of World Boxing

Gennady Golovkin, a distinguished master of sports from Kazakhstan, has become the president of the international federation World Boxing, as reported by Tengrinews. Significant Achievements of GolovkinGolovkin is the 2003 world champion and a silver medalist at the 2004 Olympics. In his professional career, he gained worldwide fame, having fought 45 matches and won 42 of them, 37 of which were by knockout. His record includes two losses and one draw. The boxer held titles from WBC, IBF, IBO,

24.11.2025, 17:42
Adylbek Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the work of the "Torugart" checkpoint and the new coal mine in the Naryn region.
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Adylbek Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the work of the "Torugart" checkpoint and the new coal mine in the Naryn region.

During his working trip to the Naryn region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited the checkpoint "Torugart" and the coal pit "Torugart-1". At the "Torugart" checkpoint, he got acquainted with the updated citizen service point, which was put into operation after repairs. Then, Adylbek Kasymaliev visited the border unit "Chatyr-Kol", where he learned about

24.11.2025, 17:41
What to replace bread and potatoes with, which Health Minister Erkin Checheybaev urged to abandon?
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What to replace bread and potatoes with, which Health Minister Erkin Checheybaev urged to abandon?

The minister also recommended that Kyrgyz citizens reduce their food intake. Nutrition expert Daniyar Derkembaev commented on the advice of Minister of Health Erkin Checheybaev that citizens should refuse bread, potatoes, sugar, salt, sweet drinks, and other "harmful" products. In his opinion, switching to vegetables and whole grains can be a good alternative, as they are more affordable than meat and fish.

24.11.2025, 17:39
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A new procedure for boarding and alighting passengers in public transport has been introduced in Osh

A new regulation for boarding and alighting passengers in public transport has been introduced in Osh. According to the new rules, entry into the bus is through the front door, where passengers pay for their fare, and exit is through the rear door. This information was presented by Nurbek Ismailov, the head of the municipal transport enterprise of the city. Ismailov noted that over the past week, the enterprise's employees have been actively informing the public about the changes.

24.11.2025, 17:39
Local news / Exclusive

Coal sales points opened on the pasture lands of the racetrack in Naryn — the prosecutor's office took action after a complaint

In the administrative center of the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, in the village of Chayek, the activities of four private coal storage facilities located on the pasture lands of the autodrome have been completed. According to information from the prosecutor's office, these storage facilities were closed by order of the supervisory authority.

24.11.2025, 17:38
Local news

Street Trade in Bishkek: Inspectors Issued 114 Protocols for 362,000 Som in One Week

From November 17 to 23, the department responsible for combating illegal trade in the Municipal Inspection conducted 37 raid activities and carried out 25 duty shifts. According to the inspection, the raids were aimed at checking various public places and markets in the city, including sites such as Ortosaisky, Alamedinsky, Oshsky, as well as the "Dordoy" market, the "Chynar" and "Ak-Emmir" markets, the central square of Ala-Too, and the shopping centers TSUM

24.11.2025, 17:37
Local news / Exclusive

In Batken, 64 schoolchildren who relocated from the border area are studying in nearby schools

In the Batken region, in the village of Zhany-Dostuk, 64 children who have relocated from border areas with their families are studying in nearby educational institutions. Additionally, 23 children attend kindergarten. The main educational institutions that the schoolchildren travel to are located in the village of Buzhum and in the urban gymnasiums of Batken. The distance between the new village and the city exceeds 5 kilometers. The cost of transportation is 40 soms, but students receive a

24.11.2025, 17:32
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Store owner deceived into giving away 4 mobile phones: Suspect found in Bishkek

A man was detained in Bishkek for fraudulently acquiring four mobile phones, reported the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Batken region. It became known that a resident of Batken, T.A., filed a complaint with law enforcement about fraud. He stated that 28-year-old R.B., having gained his trust, took four devices worth a total of 57,700 soms from his store, which sells mobile phones and accessories:

24.11.2025, 17:31
Local news

The city of Naryn received special equipment and buses

During his working trip to the Naryn region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev attended a ceremony dedicated to the handover of keys for new specialized equipment and buses for the city of Naryn. According to information provided by the Cabinet, Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the new buses and specialized equipment that were purchased for the needs of municipal and city services. As part of the signed agreement, which includes the acquisition of 34 units of

24.11.2025, 17:26
Local news

No Time Even for the Dog. Checheybaev Shared How His Life Changed After the Appointment

In an interview with the publication "Kabar," Erkin Checheybaev shared how his life has changed since he took the position of Minister of Health. Currently, he lives in a one-room apartment and has an Alabai dog. "Previously, I walked my dog twice a day. Now, due to a lack of time, she is in a kennel. I try to visit her on Sundays, but that doesn't always work out. However, I believe these are temporary difficulties," the minister said.

24.11.2025, 17:26
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Millions of dollars are spent to provide the villages of Issyk-Kul with clean water. Projects and figures

In the Issyk-Kul region, projects aimed at improving water supply and wastewater systems are actively being developed with the support of various partners. This was announced by the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev at the opening ceremony of a new clean water intake facility in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, which took place on November 24. The minister also addressed irrigation issues. According to him:

24.11.2025, 17:25
Incidents

A video of the beginning of the conflict in Manas has appeared online

A video has surfaced online that allegedly captures the early moments of a mass brawl in Manas. The footage shows a group of young people starting to argue, which eventually escalates into a physical confrontation. According to the footage, the conflict arose after guys from the "Sputnik" neighborhood beat up two representatives of the SMU. The victims called their acquaintances, which led to a mass brawl between the two groups. According to the Jalal-Abad region's Internal

24.11.2025, 17:20
Local news / Exclusive

A fine of 86,000 soms has been imposed on the LLC "Granite LTD," - Ministry of Natural Resources

A video has surfaced online showing thick smoke billowing from a crushing workshop located in the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu region of the Osh province. In response to this incident, the Osh territorial administration of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Control decided to impose fines on the enterprise. According to Asanbek Mamyrayimov, the head of the administration, on November 16, 2025, a complaint regarding this video was received by the regional office

24.11.2025, 17:17
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The Internal Affairs Department is verifying information that a candidate for the city council promised 100,000 soms for the installation of a transformer.

In the Osh region, law enforcement agencies are investigating information about a possible vote-buying by a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh from electoral district No. 9. Information has surfaced on social media that K.Y.K., who announced her candidacy for parliament, allegedly promised to allocate 100,000 soms for the installation of a transformer during her campaign. It is also reported that she left 50,000 soms in cash for voters.

24.11.2025, 17:16
Local news

In Bishkek, fines totaling nearly 3 million soms were imposed in a week for violations of landscaping regulations.

From November 17 to 23, the municipal inspection in Bishkek conducted 54 raids and organized 32 duty shifts aimed at monitoring compliance with landscaping regulations. During these events, 729 business entities of various forms of ownership were checked to assess their compliance with sanitary norms and landscaping rules. As a result of the inspections, 363 protocols were drawn up, with a total fine amounting to 2 million 976 thousand soms in accordance with the Code of Offenses. The

24.11.2025, 17:16
Masters of Taste: The Chefs of "Kumtor" Won Five Gold Medals in Turkey
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Masters of Taste: The Chefs of "Kumtor" Won Five Gold Medals in Turkey

At the international gastronomic festival in Antalya, the chefs from the catering service of the 'Kumtor' mine showcased their skills. The culinary team achieved outstanding results, leaving competitors from many countries behind. The jury evaluated their work, awarding prizes in several challenging categories.

24.11.2025, 17:12
Education news / Exclusive

The Bishkek City Hall unjustifiably allocated 19.4 million soms to the G. Gmainera School in 2023, audit finds

In 2023, the Bishkek city administration allocated funding to the SOS educational complex named after G. Gmeiner in the amount of 19 million 486.9 thousand soms without sufficient grounds. This information was presented in the audit report of the Accounts Chamber regarding the execution of the capital city's budget. The SOS educational complex was established on April 15, 2010, as a result of joint efforts by the city administration and the public foundation "SOS Children's

24.11.2025, 17:07
In Tajikistan, a drone was used to eliminate Afghan smugglers
Incidents

In Tajikistan, a drone was used to eliminate Afghan smugglers

The border troops of Tajikistan have for the first time used a locally produced drone to neutralize a group of Afghan smugglers attempting to illegally cross the border. This was reported by Tajik media, citing official sources. According to the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), on the night of November 20, border guards noticed a group of seven individuals in the Hamadoni area. At 22:50, a drone was launched, which successfully struck the violators.

24.11.2025, 17:05
"The revised peace plan discussed at the meeting between the US and Ukraine in Geneva was not conveyed to Moscow, - Peskov"
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"The revised peace plan discussed at the meeting between the US and Ukraine in Geneva was not conveyed to Moscow, - Peskov"

Dmitry Peskov Peskov noted that the Kremlin is closely monitoring the news from Geneva; however, no official information on this matter has been received yet. "No, we have not received any information so far," he emphasized, urging reliance on official sources rather than media leaks. According to information received in mid-November, the United States has prepared a plan for a peaceful settlement in Ukraine, consisting of 28 points. This document includes a number of concessions

24.11.2025, 17:03
Local news / Exclusive

In Naryn Region, the mosque "Yntymak" was opened, built with donations from residents

In the Naryn region, in the village of Kyzyl-Jyldyz, the opening of a mosque built with the funds of local residents took place, reports Turmush correspondent. Attending the ceremony were the akim, local officials, the imam-khatib, and residents who witnessed this event. The mosque, named "Yntymak" in the spirit of unity, was constructed with the support of the community. Prayers and blessings were offered for all participants of the ceremony.

24.11.2025, 16:59
A section of Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue reopened for traffic in Bishkek after repairs
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A section of Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue reopened for traffic in Bishkek after repairs

Photo from social media. The section of Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue that has been opened after repairs After two months of repair work, a section of Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue in Bishkek has been reopened, which runs from Masaliev Street to Akhunbaev Street. The road is now six lanes wide, as reported by 24.kg citing the city administration. It should be noted that the road reconstruction began at the end of September, and an underground passage has been constructed in this section, which is planned

24.11.2025, 16:59
In western Turkmenistan, two reservoirs have completely dried up, - "Meteorological Journal"
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In western Turkmenistan, two reservoirs have completely dried up, - "Meteorological Journal"

Mammetsköl Reservoir in the first decade of November 2024 (left) and November 19, 2025 In the Balkan velayat of Turkmenistan, the Mammetsköl and Delili reservoirs have completely lost their water. According to information provided by "Meteojournal," this is due to a prolonged drought caused by a lack of precipitation during the winter period of 2024/2025, as well as the absence of replenishment from the Etrek River (Atrek). As of November 2024, the water surface area of Mammetsköl

24.11.2025, 16:58
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In the Manas District, inspectors stopped a drunk driver

In the Manas district, traffic inspection officers detained a driver who was under the influence of alcohol, according to information from the Traffic Safety Department of the Talas region. It was reported that during a raid called "Behind the Wheel," a driver of a "Mercedes-Benz" vehicle was found operating the vehicle after consuming alcoholic beverages.

24.11.2025, 16:52
Local news / Exclusive

A mechanical fleet has started operating at the Karakiche coal deposit

At the Kara-Keche coal deposit in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, a mechanical park has been put into operation, reported a Turmush correspondent. Such equipment as a mechanical park was previously absent at the mine, and now the working conditions fully meet modern standards. Here, vehicle repairs, parts replacements, equipment restoration, and storage of new spare parts can be carried out.

24.11.2025, 16:42
"RBC-Ukraine": Ukraine and the USA have agreed on "most points" of the peace plan. The issues of territories and NATO membership will be discussed by Zelensky and Trump.
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"RBC-Ukraine": Ukraine and the USA have agreed on "most points" of the peace plan. The issues of territories and NATO membership will be discussed by Zelensky and Trump.

Illustrative photo During the meeting, contentious aspects such as the size of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, control over the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, and mechanisms for prisoner and detainee exchanges were discussed. Notably, issues concerning territorial aspects and Ukraine's status in NATO were decided to be left for discussion between Presidents Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump, as reported by "RBK-Ukraine". According to sources from the publication, if Kyiv and

24.11.2025, 16:40
Local news

MP "Bishkekteploenergo" used 8.8 million soms for unintended purposes in 2023, audit

The audit report from the Accounts Chamber states that in 2023, the municipal enterprise "Bishkekteploenergo" used 8 million 862.2 thousand soms for unintended purposes. These funds were not allocated for the planned repair, construction, and commissioning work related to the transition of coal boilers to alternative fuel sources. Instead, 8 million 457 thousand soms were spent on the construction of a new boiler for the bath-laundry complex No. 5, while 405.2 thousand soms were used

24.11.2025, 16:40
International consortium prepares a large project in Osh region
Economy

International consortium prepares a large project in Osh region

Recently, Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with representatives of the Chinese company "WenC Company." The purpose of the meeting was to discuss the organization of an international consortium for the implementation of a large-scale integrated project in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region. The press service of the agency reported this event.

24.11.2025, 16:32
Local news

In 2023, the MP "Bishkekvodokanal" incurred unjustified expenses, - audit

In the audit report of the Accounts Chamber regarding the budget execution of the Bishkek City Hall for 2023, it is stated that the municipal enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal" unjustifiably allocated 178.1 thousand soms for the payment of fines related to various violations. The document contains information about the presence of non-current fixed assets and material assets in the enterprise's warehouses totaling 8.4 million soms. Of this amount, 3 million 420.9 thousand soms are

24.11.2025, 16:29
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The President's Administration revealed when and for what purpose Putin will visit Kyrgyzstan.

According to information provided by Sagynbek Abdumutalip, head of the foreign policy department of the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Vladimir Putin's visit will take place from November 25 to 27. It will be conducted at the invitation of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov. This visit is of great importance for strengthening the strategic partnership and allied ties between the two states.

24.11.2025, 16:26
Local news

11,000 Students from Kyrgyzstan Are Studying in Russia

As reported at a briefing by Albert Zulkharnayev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office in Kyrgyzstan, there are over 11,000 students from Kyrgyzstan studying in Russia. According to him, approximately half of these students are studying on a budget basis, while the others are studying on a contract basis.

24.11.2025, 16:24
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, 15,183 cases of HIV have been registered

In connection with World AIDS Day, the Republican Center for the Control of Hematogenic Viral Hepatitis and HIV launched a campaign under the slogan "Together we will defeat HIV by caring for ourselves and for each other." This year, the focus is on youth and the importance of informing about HIV, as well as sexual and reproductive health, which is directly related to the birth of healthy children. Every young person must be aware of their responsibility for health and be ready to

24.11.2025, 16:19
All schools in Bishkek will switch to online learning from November 25 to December 1.
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All schools in Bishkek will switch to online learning from November 25 to December 1.

Due to the upcoming events related to the meeting of the CSTO Council of Heads of State, as well as the preparation of educational institutions for the educational process after the elections, all schools in Bishkek will switch to distance learning from November 25 to December 1. Classes will be held in an online format according to the approved schedules, which will help avoid delays in the educational process. Regular classes will resume on December 2. Higher educational institutions in the

24.11.2025, 16:11
A Yurt Village Has Opened in the Suburbs of Montreal
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A Yurt Village Has Opened in the Suburbs of Montreal

A yurt village has opened in Canada, created by a married couple. This was reported by blogger Madina Low on her Instagram page. Zarina Ismailova, a Dungan from Kazakhstan, along with her husband, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, organized this project just an hour's drive from Montreal.

24.11.2025, 16:10