Prices for National Bank gold bullion bars are decreasing

In Kyrgyzstan, a decrease in the buyback price of standard gold bars has been recorded, indicating a reduction in prices when selling gold to the National Bank, according to information from the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic. Currently, the buyback prices are as follows: 1 g - 12,817 soms; 2 g - 24,358 soms; 5 g - 59,125 soms; 10 g - 116,432 soms; 1 ounce (31.1 g) - 358,694 soms; 100 g - 1,148,752 soms. It should be noted that this refers to gold of 999 purity.

Islamic Games. Wrestler Akzhol Makhmudov reached the semifinals

At the Islamic Solidarity Games taking place in Saudi Arabia, Kyrgyz wrestler Akjol Makhmudov has reached the semifinals of the competition. This information was published on the official tournament website. Makhmudov competes in Greco-Roman wrestling in the weight category up to 77 kilograms.

Sapar Isakov responded to Sadyr Japarov after his dispute with Almazbek Atambayev

Sapar Isakov, the former Prime Minister, commented on the current situation in the energy sector amid the dispute between Sadyr Japarov and Almazbek Atambayev. He emphasized that he spoke out because his name was mentioned in the discussion, and the issues being discussed are directly related to his involvement in key processes in the energy sector. Isakov also noted that Japarov's statements about the causes of the energy crisis are not true, and that the president is being presented with

Kadyrbek Atambaev responded to Omurbek Babakov. The former Prime Minister criticized Almazbek Atambaev.

In his address to Babanov, Kadyrbek stated: “Omurbek Toktogulovich, I respect you, but I must respond to the accusations against my father. Tolgonai Stamalieva has repeatedly mentioned that my father sincerely wished you success before the elections and even insisted on Jeenbekov's resignation, emphasizing the importance of democratic elections.”

The medicine search app will be updated. What will change for users

Nuradin Kanataev, head of the information and technical support department of the Department of Medicines and Medical Supplies of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, shared new features of the mobile application "Dary-Darmek," which will be updated, during a live broadcast on "Birinchi Radio." This application is designed for convenient searching and verification of medical drugs and is built on the drug traceability system.

On November 22-23, a voluntary republican testing for students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will take place in Kyrgyzstan.

From November 22 to 23, 2025, a republican testing will be held in Kyrgyzstan for students of grades 9, 10, and 11 of general educational institutions on a voluntary basis. This was reported by the Ministry of Education. Students will be able to choose three subjects for testing, which will be conducted in the language of instruction — both in Kyrgyz and in Russian. The entire process will take 3 hours and 30 minutes.

Kadyir Atambaev responded to Omurbek Babakov's accusations against Almazbek Atambaev

Kadyirbek Atambaev, the son of Almazbek Atambaev, published a statement on social media addressing the topic of political competition in Kyrgyzstan, directed at Omurbek Babakov. In his post, he noted that despite his respect for Babakov, he cannot ignore his statements about his father.

The former wife of Bivol was sent to a psychiatric hospital.

Ekaterina claimed that for two years she has been subjected to online harassment by fans of her ex-husband and is experiencing pressure from his relatives. These circumstances led to a check on her mental health, which she reported in her profile. Scandalous Video and Criminal Cases

The Ministry of Natural Resources stated the need to update the Red Book of Kyrgyzstan

Almaz Musaev, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, stated the urgent need to update the country's Red Book. According to Musaev, the last update of this document took place quite a long time ago, and it is time to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the state of flora and fauna to prepare a new edition.

In Bishkek, the reform of the driver training system was discussed

On November 17, a working meeting was held in Bishkek dedicated to the reform of the driver training system, led by the Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, Dogdurkul Kenderbaeva. Participants in the working group addressing driver training issues, as well as representatives from the Kyrgyz Academy of Education, the Republican Scientific and Methodological Center, the State Center for Vehicle and Driver Registration, and heads of primary vocational education institutions took part in

Textbooks "Natural Sciences" for 2nd Grade Schools in Kyrgyzstan Published

On November 17, representatives of the Ministry of Education received educational and methodological complexes on "Natural Sciences" at the printing house of OJSC "Uchkyn," intended for second-grade students. According to information from the ministry, 344,660 copies of educational materials were printed for schools teaching in Kyrgyz and Russian languages.

How the new buses from "Eurasia" changed the lives of hundreds of schoolchildren in the rural district of Sadyr Ake

In the rural district of Sadyr-Ake in the Issyk-Kul region, two buses were handed over by the non-profit organization "Eurasia." These minibuses will be used to transport students from the secondary schools named after Ch. Imankulov and A.S. Pushkin. "In the 2025-2026 academic year, there are 1,381 students enrolled in the school. There are 76 teachers working here. Students come from the village of Pristan and from the military unit. Previously, they were transported by a large

A mural depicting Tölömüş Okeeva has been installed on the facade of the Kyrgyzfilm studio

On the facade of the administrative building of the National Film Studio "Kyrgyzfilm," named after Tölömüş Okeeva, a new mural has been installed, depicting the portrait of the legendary director who made a significant contribution to the development of Kyrgyz cinema on the international stage. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the mural also features iconic frames from films recognized as the "Kyrgyz miracle."

Updated Composition of the Permanent Commissions of the Bishkek City Council of the 29th Convocation

As a result of the changes, a new composition of the permanent commissions of the BGK has been formed. Permanent Commission on Regulations, Ethics, Legal Issues, and Law and Order

Scientists from Russia and Belarus gathered to help Kyrgyzstan

An International Forum titled "HEAVENLY MOUNTAINS OF CIVILIZATIONS – 2050" was held at the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov. This significant event brought together experts from Russia, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan, who discussed the development of the country and ways to improve the quality of life for its citizens.

At the customs of the Uzbek-Kazakh border, "green" and "red" corridors will appear

At the "Gishtkuprik" auto checkpoint in Uzbekistan, "green" and "red" corridors for vehicles will be created. This was reported by the press service of the Customs Committee. Photo by the Customs Committee of Uzbekistan. Checkpoint "Gishtkuprik"

Kyrgyzstan's GDP Grows by 10%: EDB Records Steady Economic Growth

According to the latest macro review by the Eurasian Development Bank, the GDP of the Kyrgyz Republic increased by 10% from January to October 2025. Experts attribute this positive trend to the growth in consumption and investment activity. In particular, the construction sector shows an impressive growth of 27.7%, driven by government programs for housing provision and investments in infrastructure projects.

"‘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.

Two Memoranda of Understanding Signed Between India and Kyrgyzstan

On November 17, a tripartite Memorandum concerning the establishment of an IT laboratory at the Kyrgyz Economic University was signed at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. The document was signed by the Indian Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Birender Singh Yadav, the Minister of Economy, Bakyt Sydykov, and the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations, Bakhtiyar Orozov. This memorandum is a continuation of the framework agreement signed in 2021 between the

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.