The USA will launch expedited visa processing for fans of the 2026 World Cup.
This information was announced by Trump after a meeting with a White House task force dedicated to preparations for the upcoming tournament.
This information was announced by Trump after a meeting with a White House task force dedicated to preparations for the upcoming tournament.
Fatima Bosh from Mexico has been crowned 'Miss Universe', as reported by The Philippine Star. The crown was presented to her by Victoria Tailwig, the current 'Miss Universe 2024' from Denmark. The first runner-up was a representative from Thailand, while the third, fourth, and fifth places went to participants from Venezuela, the Philippines, and Côte d'Ivoire, respectively.
Based on data from the National Statistical Committee, by the beginning of 2025, the total area of swamps in Kyrgyzstan will amount to 5,957 thousand hectares. The Chui region ranks first in the number of swamps, covering 3,235 thousand hectares. At the same time, the Batken region has the smallest area of marshy lands — only 25 thousand hectares.
On November 27, a literary quiz titled "The Planet of Chyngyz Aitmatov" will take place in Bishkek. According to the organizers, participants will be able to enjoy a diverse program: - immersion in Aitmatov's biography and acquaintance with the key moments of his life;
President Sadyr Japarov confidently stated that the early elections for the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, will take place in a calm and fair atmosphere. He made this remark during the event for laying the capsule for the construction of the new "Altai" town in Bishkek, where he had the opportunity to communicate with local residents. He emphasized that state structures will not interfere in the election process.
The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations has announced the start of a competition to select an independent testing service that will conduct the National Testing (ORT) for the period from 2026 to 2028. The agency invites non-governmental organizations with experience in independent knowledge assessment, as well as practice in developing test tasks of varying difficulty that comply with state educational standards and school programs, to participate.
The process of supplying the country with fuel and lubricants remains a priority for the Cabinet of Ministers. According to Bakyt Torobaev, all oil depots in Kyrgyzstan are stocked with the necessary reserves of fuel and lubricants, and this information has been confirmed by the press service of the cabinet. The Cabinet of Ministers, in cooperation with oil traders, is negotiating with state structures and oil refineries from Belarus, Azerbaijan, and Kazakhstan, which allows Kyrgyzstan to be
Victims of Violence in Naryn Since the beginning of 2025, 154 people have sought help from Family Medicine Centers in the Naryn region due to violence, which is a decrease compared to 2024, when 177 requests were recorded.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic is taking steps to tighten control over participants in the virtual asset market and is implementing a state monitoring system for cryptocurrency operations, as reported by the State Financial Supervision. According to Cabinet Resolution No. 625, adopted on September 30, 2025, amendments have been made to the existing regulations concerning the circulation of virtual assets. These measures aim to enhance the investment attractiveness of the
The opening ceremony of the AFC Level 1 futsal coaching course took place in Manas, gathering coaches from the Jalal-Abad region. Among the participants were regional representatives Medet Maatov and Dovlatbek Mamatov. The course is led by Nurzhan Jetibayev, who is the head coach of the national futsal team, while his assistant is Kanaybek Omursultanov.
The city of Naryn, located just 200 km from the Chinese border, is often referred to as the "gateway to China." It is one of the coldest places in Kyrgyzstan, where winter lasts from 145 to 165 days. The history of Naryn begins with an ancient settlement that was located along the caravan route to Kashgar. This route was part of the Silk Road. However, until the mid-19th century, there was no fully developed city here.
On November 16 in Kokshetau, the "Astana" team achieved its second victory over the local "Okzhetpes," allowing it to become the sole leader of the women's National League of Kazakhstan.
The NSO also reported that by the end of October, the net internal assets of banks in Mongolia amounted to ₮38 trillion ($10.65 billion), which is 12.7% more compared to last year. Moreover, the total savings in the country's commercial banks continued to grow and reached ₮23.9 trillion ($6.69 billion) by the end of October 2025.
On November 20, President Sadyr Japarov instructed the Bishkek city administration and the Ministry of Construction to immediately organize the construction of a school in the village of Dostuk. During the ceremony for laying the capsule for a new residential complex in the Pervomaisky district of the capital, a local resident raised the issue of the lack of a school and kindergarten in the village of Dostuk.
According to the latest data from local sports publications, the Kyrgyz national football team is ranked 104th in the updated FIFA ranking. The team improved its performance, scoring 1201.22 points and rising one spot compared to the previous ranking.
The Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation has confirmed the information about the launch of flying taxis in the country.
According to the official website of the competition, Kyrgyz athletes showed excellent results, winning three bronze medals in jiu-jitsu. In particular, the following victories were achieved in the third place matches:
Today, the Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood (NCOMID), where he handed over 10 service vehicles, as promised earlier. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security, the new vehicles will help medical personnel respond more quickly to calls and ensure the stable operation of the institution.
Four residents of the village of Bosteri, located in the Issyk-Kul region, were detained for illegal fishing using a homemade electric device. One of the detainees works in the security service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the press service of the regional internal affairs department. According to the police, the detention took place on November 20, 2025, at 02:30 in the village of Grigorievka. The operational actions were conducted with the
The head of the State National Security Committee also inspected the completely renovated area of the center, marking the first such renovation since 1995. The area of 4,400 m² has been radically transformed: cleaning and leveling have been carried out, new asphalt has been laid, lighting has been installed, and landscaping has been completed, creating comfortable and safe conditions for both staff and patients. According to the State National Security Committee, the transfer of vehicles is
Photo by "Kumtor Gold Company". Tire recycling The tire recycling plant located in Tokmok and a subsidiary of CJSC "Kumtor Gold Company" has received a license for waste disposal. This information was reported by company representatives. The license, issued by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, allows the plant to provide paid services for the disposal of car tires. This step will significantly improve the environmental situation in the
In Naryn, work continues on the delivery of coal from the "Kara-Keche" and "Turuk" deposits in anticipation of the winter season, aimed at ensuring the local population's needs. According to information from local authorities, there are three municipal and three private coal depots operating in the city, where a total of about 200 tons of coal is stored. The reserves in the warehouses are at a sufficient level, and sales are proceeding without disruptions.
A fire broke out near the Chinese pavilion and quickly spread to other nearby areas, including sections dedicated to Africa and youth. According to Brazil's Minister of Tourism, Celso Sabino, 13 people were forced to seek medical attention due to smoke inhalation. Event organizers reported that the fire was contained within six minutes; however, the evacuation process continued, and it is currently unclear when negotiations will be able to resume. Preliminary reports suggest that the
Kaarmanbek Kochkorbaevich Baidavletov is no longer serving as the Deputy Minister of Health. This information has been officially confirmed by representatives of the Cabinet of Ministers. The reason for this decision was his desire to move on to a new job.
The Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations is launching a competition to select an independent testing service for the National Testing in 2026-2028. The press service of the Ministry of Science reports that non-governmental organizations with experience in conducting independent assessments of knowledge in the field of education, using modern testing methods, as well as having experience in developing test tasks of varying complexity and topics that meet state educational
On the first day of the jiu-jitsu competitions at the Islamic Solidarity Games taking place in Saudi Arabia, athletes from Kyrgyzstan won three bronze medals. On November 20, four sets of medals were contested during these games, with three Kyrgyz athletes participating in the competition.
On the night of November 20, 2025, around 02:30, in the village of Grigorievka, located in the Issyk-Kul region, law enforcement officers conducted a successful operation, resulting in the detention of four poachers. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency's data, all detainees are residents of the village of Bosteri. They used a homemade device powered by a car battery to catch fish in a river
According to the press service of the Talas region's Internal Affairs Department, law enforcement agencies have detained a man suspected of committing fraud involving a significant amount of money.
In 2025, the agro-industrial sector will receive more than 6 billion soms in the form of preferential loans with an interest rate of 6%. This information was announced by the director of the Department of Processing Industry and Organic Agriculture, Mukhtar Chynaliev, in an interview on the radio. As Chynaliev noted, in 2022, 10 billion soms were allocated for financing the agro-industrial complex, and later an additional 7 billion was added. As a result, the total volume of preferential loans
Illustrative photo On November 20, the State Duma of the Russian Federation approved a bill according to which the compulsory health insurance (CHI) policy will only be available to those labor migrants who have a five-year insurance record in the country. This was reported by the press service of the State Duma. According to Vyacheslav Volodin, the chairman of the State Duma, to be able to access free medical assistance in Russia, foreign citizens must legally work for at least five years.
During his working visit to Kyrgyzstan, the President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Masato Kanda, held a meeting with Ramiz Aliyev, the Deputy Mayor, and visited the electric bus depot No. 2. The press service of the mayor's office reported on this event. The main purpose of the visit was to study the technical capabilities and infrastructure of the electric buses that were acquired as part of the "Electrification of Urban Transport" project.
During his visit to Bishkek, the president of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Masato Kanda, gave an exclusive interview to representatives of five leading media outlets of the Kyrgyz Republic, including the publication VB.KG. This was his first meeting with the press since taking office, where he detailed ADB's plans to improve transport infrastructure in the region, support the construction of Kambar-Ata-1, accelerate digitalization, and develop environmentally friendly public
A new akim has been appointed in the Manas district of the Talas region — Bakytbek Suyunbaev. This decision was made by the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, who signed the corresponding decree. Bakytbek Suyunbaev's appointment as head of the state administration was based on paragraph 6 of part 1 of article 70, article 71 of the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic, and article 8 of the law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On local state administration and local self-government
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a new decree that amends the document concerning support for small enterprises and the creation of favorable conditions for tax and customs regulation. The main goal of these changes is to optimize the process of state registration of legal entities and clarify the powers of state bodies.
Recently, there has been an increase in the number of citizens seeking X-ray services in medical institutions in Kyrgyzstan. The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) reminds about the payment rules, which depend on the patient's status and the presence of a referral.
On November 25, a concert dedicated to the 60th anniversary of the Republican Secondary Special Music School-Internat, named after Mukash Abdrayev, will take place at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the anniversary concert will feature the institution's symphony orchestra, as well as folk instrument orchestras, violin ensembles, komuz players, and temir ooz komuz players, along with a choral group.
President Sadyr Japarov in Bishkek, at the event for the laying of the capsule for the construction of the residential area "Altai," met with local residents and discussed changes in the energy sector that have occurred over the past few years. During the conversation, one citizen living in the suburbs raised the issue of frequent power outages. In response, the president stated that without the large-scale modernization carried out over the past four years, Kyrgyzstan would continue
A fire broke out at the climate conference COP30 in the Brazilian city of Belém. According to Kazinform, citing The Guardian, fortunately, no one was injured as a result of the incident. Evacuation of people was carried out from the pavilion where the fire occurred, and firefighters arrived at the scene. Thanks to the coordinated efforts of dozens of firefighters, the fire was quickly extinguished.
- According to data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, tobacco products worth 27 million 504.3 thousand soms were produced in Kyrgyzstan. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, the production volume amounted to 13 million 907.5 thousand soms.
Recently, Russia changed the rules regarding mandatory health insurance for labor migrants. The State Duma approved the bill in its third reading, which tightens the requirements for obtaining compulsory health insurance policies, with the exception of cases related to highly qualified specialists.
On November 21, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in fraudulent activities. According to the statement from the victim, in February 2024, her son paid 375,000 soms to a specialist dealing with land and agricultural issues, who worked in one of the rural councils of the Alamudun district. For the specified amount, the man promised to arrange the documents for a land plot, but he did not fulfill his obligations and
On November 21 and 22, 2025, audiences will be able to see the premiere of the play "Kökjal — Baizak" at the Jumgal Musical Drama Theater named after K. Akiev. The production is based on the work of N. Ryskul kyzy. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture, the play is dedicated to the outstanding Baizak batyr, who was born in the Jumgal Valley. His authority and fairness were recognized both in the north and the south of the country. The story of his life
In Uzgen, work has begun on laying new asphalt on Y. Gagarin Street, according to a report from the local mayor's office. The length of this street is 530 meters, and its width is 12 meters.
Now, after the wave of discussions about Atambayev's two posts has subsided, we can consider what exactly caused such a wide public resonance. Analysts from 24.kg reached out to a political communications expert from Russia to get a professional opinion on the texts of the former president. Let's start with a brief introduction. — Almazbek Atambayev has never enjoyed universal sympathy, especially in the last months of his rule. This is confirmed by recent sociological data. But why
At the UN climate summit taking place in Brazil, in the city of Belém, an incident occurred related to a fire. According to The Guardian, the fire broke out at the moment when conference participants were preparing to sign an agreement aimed at strengthening international actions in the fight against the climate crisis. Image from COP30. Fire at the summit The causes of the incident are still unknown; however, according to Reuters, it is believed that faulty electrical equipment, possibly a
At the Islamic Solidarity Games taking place in Saudi Arabia, the last four sets of medals in wrestling will be contested on November 21. Today, the competition program includes matches in freestyle wrestling, featuring four representatives from Kyrgyzstan.
- The Resolution of the Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 2025-П-12/60-4-(NPA), adopted on November 12, 2025, introduces amendments to nine existing regulatory documents. The innovations will come into effect 15 days after official publication. Key Changes
Kyrgyzstan presented its wrestler Abdymalik Karachov, who became the winner in freestyle wrestling at the VI Islamic Solidarity Games. This information was provided by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. Karachov competed in the category up to 57 kg. During the tournament, he achieved important victories over Uzbekistan's Gulomjon Abdullaev, who is a bronze medalist of the Olympic Games and the 2025 World Championship, as well as over Guinea's