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An earthquake occurred in the Naryn region
Incidents / Exclusive

An earthquake occurred in the Naryn region

An earthquake occurred in the Naryn region today, November 18, at 05:56. According to information provided by the Institute of Seismology, the strength of the tremors was 4 points. The highest intensity was felt in the village of Orto-Saz — 4 points, in the city of Naryn — 3.5 points, and in the village of Jan-Bulak — 3 points.

18.11.2025, 09:20
The State Committee for National Security warned businessmen about the inadmissibility of price gouging on meat.
Local news

The State Committee for National Security warned businessmen about the inadmissibility of price gouging on meat.

In order to ensure food security and comply with state price regulation on meat products, the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR) conducted field commissions involving employees from the Bishkek city administration, the antimonopoly service, law enforcement agencies, and representatives from major retail outlets dealing in meat. As of August 11, 2025, according to the decision of the Cabinet of Ministers, state price regulation on meat is in effect, which

18.11.2025, 09:17
Mongolia Joins the Conference on Nuclear Disarmament in Latin America and the Caribbean
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Mongolia Joins the Conference on Nuclear Disarmament in Latin America and the Caribbean

Anchbayar Nyamdorj expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to participate for the first time as an observer at this important agency meeting. In his speech, he emphasized that the creation of a nuclear-weapon-free zone is crucial for international cooperation, strengthening stability both in the region and on the global stage, as well as for building trustful relations between countries. During the conference, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs

18.11.2025, 09:15
Local news

An earthquake occurred in Kyrgyzstan

Today, November 18, an earthquake occurred in the Naryn region, as reported by local residents on social media. The tremors were felt quite strongly. According to the Institute of Seismology, underground shocks with a magnitude of 4 were recorded at 5:56 AM at the epicenter.

18.11.2025, 09:13
Economy

The procedure for calculating property tax has been changed, the Tax Service reminds.

In the Kyrgyz Republic, changes have been made to the procedure for calculating property tax, as reminded by the Tax Service. The new rules, which came into effect on October 29, are related to the transition to automated tax calculation in accordance with amendments to the Tax Code. New calculation rules have been introduced, and property tax rates have been changed. Additionally, the requirement to submit informational calculations for non-agricultural land plots, non-residential buildings

18.11.2025, 09:08
Amendments to Property Taxes Introduced in the Tax Code of the Kyrgyz Republic
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Amendments to Property Taxes Introduced in the Tax Code of the Kyrgyz Republic

The State Tax Service informs that changes have been made to the Tax Code of the Kyrgyz Republic regarding property taxation. According to the service, the changes are related to the implementation of an automated property tax assessment system. As a result, the calculation procedure, tax rates have been revised, and the requirement to submit informational calculations for property tax for land in populated areas, as well as for non-agricultural land, non-residential buildings, premises, and

18.11.2025, 09:04
Exchange Rates for November 18
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Exchange Rates for November 18

As of November 18, 2025, the National Bank presented the current exchange rates. A comparison with the rates on November 15 shows that most foreign currencies have undergone changes, except for the US dollar.

18.11.2025, 08:58
"Decline". How a once-successful Pakistani airline became a symbol of crisis in the country
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"Decline". How a once-successful Pakistani airline became a symbol of crisis in the country

The PIA plane at Lahore airport. Photo by Reuters. Pakistan International Airlines, once known as a pioneer in regional aviation, has today become a symbol of a serious institutional crisis in Pakistan. In this context, it is worth noting the publication by Asian News Post. The airline was previously an important player, helping to establish national carriers in other countries in the region; however, it now faces constant flight delays, unpaid salaries, and protests over safety violations—all

18.11.2025, 08:52
Exclusive

The EEC has identified promising areas of industrial cooperation among EAEU countries in construction and road machinery.

- During the meeting on November 17, the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission highlighted key areas for improving industrial cooperation in the construction and road machinery sector among the EAEU countries. Among the proposals is the implementation of production of construction and road machinery that utilizes alternative energy sources, such as gas motor fuel, electricity, and hydrogen. There will also be an emphasis on improving the quality of components and parts produced in the

18.11.2025, 08:51
Local news

What Impact Did the Restriction on Establishments Operating After 10 PM Have? Report from the Mayor of Bishkek

At a meeting with akims and heads of city services, the mayor of Bishkek, Aybek Junushaliev, informed about the consequences of the introduced restriction on the operation of cafes and restaurants after 10:00 PM. As the mayor noted, the established limit on electricity consumption in the capital is 10 million 45 kWh per day, however, actual consumption exceeded this limit, amounting to 11 million 133 thousand kWh.

18.11.2025, 08:44
Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of November 18
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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of November 18

In the latest reports from foreign news agencies, key events that occurred over the past day in Ukraine and around the world are highlighted against the backdrop of military actions in this country. Here are the main points. Photo: Christophe Ena / EPA / Scanpix / LETA. On Monday, the presidents of Ukraine and France, Volodymyr Zelensky and Emmanuel Macron, signed a declaration of intent that includes the purchase of 100 Rafale fighter jets for Ukraine from the French company Dassault over the

18.11.2025, 08:43
In Bishkek, monitoring of meat prices is being intensified: 1 kg should not exceed 790 soms
Local news / Exclusive

In Bishkek, monitoring of meat prices is being intensified: 1 kg should not exceed 790 soms

Measures are being taken in Bishkek to control meat prices to ensure food security in the country. As part of these efforts, field meetings were held with the participation of representatives from the city hall, the antimonopoly service, law enforcement agencies, and major meat product retailers. According to information from the press service of the State Committee for National Security, since August 11 of this year, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has introduced state

18.11.2025, 08:43
Local news / Cultural news

Kutman Sharshentegin Appointed Artistic Director of the Batken Regional Musical and Drama Theater

The position of artistic director of the Batken Regional Musical and Drama Theater named after A. Zhainakov has been appointed to Kutman Sharshen uulu. This decision was announced at the Ministry of Culture, where the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, introduced the new leader to the theater team. Kutman Sharshentegin, born on November 4, 1989, in Bishkek and raised in the village of Sary-Söğöt in the Toktogul district, is an experienced

18.11.2025, 08:43
Economy

Price Increase. The Ministry of Agriculture promises uninterrupted meat supplies directly from farmers.

An online discussion took place regarding issues related to stabilizing prices for beef and lamb at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. This information was provided by the press service of the ministry. During the meeting, participants analyzed the situation in the meat market, discussed measures to ensure food security, and identified factors contributing to price increases. The necessity for closer cooperation between government agencies, local

18.11.2025, 08:42
Local news

The President approved legislative innovations in digital technologies in courts

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has approved a draft law concerning amendments to legislation, which includes changes to the Administrative Procedure Code, the Civil Procedure Code, and the Criminal Procedure Code. This information was announced by the press service of the head of state and is indicated on the website of the Jogorku Kenesh, which adopted the law on September 25, 2023. The main goal of the new legislation is to improve the judicial system and facilitate

18.11.2025, 08:32
The Government of Mongolia intends to privatize 10–51% of MIAT shares.
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The Government of Mongolia intends to privatize 10–51% of MIAT shares.

The country's authorities are focused on increasing the efficiency of state enterprises, aiming to minimize competition between the public and private sectors. One of the main tasks of the government is to combat corruption in state structures and ensure transparency in their operations. From 2010 to 2025, 581 contracts out of 586 concluded by the company "Erdenes Tavan Tolgoi" have been disclosed. Currently, efforts are also underway to ensure transparency in five international

18.11.2025, 08:30
Exclusive

UN Working Group issued a conclusion on the detention of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy

In August 2025, the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention published Opinion 52/2025 regarding the detention of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy, director of Temirov Live. This was reported in a press release received by the editorial office. The document states that the journalist's arrest was arbitrary and violated seven articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, as well as six articles of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.

18.11.2025, 08:28
The Minister of Economy of Kyrgyzstan held a meeting with major domestic suppliers of socially significant goods
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The Minister of Economy of Kyrgyzstan held a meeting with major domestic suppliers of socially significant goods

During the meeting, the minister noted that collaboration with large hypermarkets and markets in the capital is already yielding results. He stated: “We are seeing understanding from suppliers and certain successes in reducing prices. It is important to review price proposals across the entire supply chain. Our goal is to support citizens, and we do not expect you to operate at a loss, but we only urge a reasonable approach.” Additionally, the minister reported that the Antimonopoly Regulation

18.11.2025, 08:27
Local news

Kyrgyzstanis reminded of changes in the taxation of certain types of real estate

According to the law adopted on October 29, changes have been made to the Tax Code regarding property tax. This was reported by the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. In particular, it is specified that due to the implementation of an automated property tax assessment system, changes have been made to the methods of its calculation, tax rates, and the requirement to provide informational calculations for property tax for land in populated areas and non-agricultural purposes, as well as

18.11.2025, 08:26
A New Chairman of the Board Appointed at the State Mortgage Company
Local news

A New Chairman of the Board Appointed at the State Mortgage Company

The Board of Directors of the State Mortgage Company OJSC has decided to appoint Talant Zhekshenov as the Chairman of the Management Board. Talant Zhekshenov, born in 1982, holds two higher education degrees: he graduated from the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn with a degree in "Law" and from the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razakov with a degree in "Mining". Additionally, he is a graduate of the specialized Olympic reserve school

18.11.2025, 08:22
India will provide Kyrgyzstan with grant assistance of 253.2 million soms
Economy

India will provide Kyrgyzstan with grant assistance of 253.2 million soms

According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Economy, India will allocate grant assistance to Kyrgyzstan in the amount of 253.2 million soms. This became possible due to the signing of two memoranda of cooperation. The first memorandum concerns the implementation of a project titled "Establishment of an IT Lab for the Kyrgyz Economic University (KEU)" in Bishkek.

18.11.2025, 08:16
Exclusive

The new law will ensure food safety "from farm to table" — text

On November 12, President Sadyr Japarov approved the law "On Ensuring Food Safety" (number 254), which implements legal and organizational mechanisms for controlling food safety at all stages: from primary production to disposal and destruction. This document will come into force one year after its official publication.

18.11.2025, 08:12
Europe is flooded with a wave of cheap clothing from China
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Europe is flooded with a wave of cheap clothing from China

Fast fashion from Temu and Shein is rapidly conquering Europe, putting pressure on customs services and raising questions about product quality. How are government agencies responding to this? DW reports: In early November, the Chinese company Shein opened its first physical store in Paris, attracting interest not only from shoppers but also from protesters.

18.11.2025, 08:09
Local news

On the section of the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway, 1,000 saplings of Karabak were planted

As part of the national program "Green Legacy," initiated by President Sadyr Japarov, employees of the Water Resources Service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Chui Region conducted an event to plant 1,000 saplings of the karabak tree. This event took place along a two-kilometer stretch of the bypass road at the 86th kilometer of the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway, reports the Ministry of Agriculture. The aim of the event is to improve

18.11.2025, 08:07
The Prime Minister of Mongolia Arrived in Moscow for the Meeting of SCO Heads of Government
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The Prime Minister of Mongolia Arrived in Moscow for the Meeting of SCO Heads of Government

The meeting will take place in Moscow on November 17 and 18, 2025. Prime Minister Zandan Shatar will hold talks with the Chairman of the Government of Russia, Mikhail Mishustin, as well as with the Premier of the State Council of China, Li Qiang. During the meeting, Zandan Shatar Gombojav was welcomed by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of Mongolia to Russia, Enkh tuvshin Olziisaihan, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, Mikhail Yuryevich Galuzin, and the Director

18.11.2025, 08:03
More than 37,000 foreign citizens reside in Mongolia
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More than 37,000 foreign citizens reside in Mongolia

As of October 31, 2025, there are 37,939 foreign citizens registered in Mongolia from 132 countries, present for official or personal purposes. The largest groups of foreign citizens consist of: 24,626 from the People's Republic of China, 2,720 from the Russian Federation, 1,594 from the Republic of Korea, and 1,004 from the USA, as well as 7,995 citizens from other countries. According to Article 27.4 of the Law of Mongolia "On the Legal Status of Foreign Citizens," the number

18.11.2025, 07:55
Adylbek Kasymaliev held a meeting with the Secretary-General of the SCO
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Adylbek Kasymaliev held a meeting with the Secretary-General of the SCO

Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, met with Nurlan Ermekbaev, the Secretary General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), during the meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of SCO member states. During the conversation, as reported by the Cabinet of Ministers, important issues of cooperation within the SCO were discussed. Special attention was paid to preparations for the upcoming summit of the organization,

18.11.2025, 07:53
The Ministry of Internal Affairs discussed compliance with legislation and respect for traditions with Chinese companies.
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs discussed compliance with legislation and respect for traditions with Chinese companies.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs held a meeting with representatives of Chinese businesses and the Chinese embassy. It was conducted under the leadership of Nurbek Abdieva, the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs. During the meeting, important issues requiring joint solutions were discussed. Participants noted the need for timely information from companies hiring foreign specialists. In particular, Chinese citizens were advised to familiarize themselves in advance with the main requirements of

18.11.2025, 07:29
Sports

Valentina Shevchenko revealed who she might fight next

Valentina Shevchenko achieved another victory, successfully defending her title in the UFC for the second consecutive time. On November 16 at UFC 322 in New York, the Kyrgyz athlete faced Weili Zhang, the former champion of the UFC's minimum division and currently ranked second in the PFP rankings from China.

18.11.2025, 07:25
Skier Ariunbat Qualifies for the Winter Olympics for the First Time
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Skier Ariunbat Qualifies for the Winter Olympics for the First Time

Ariunbat Altanzul has become the first Mongolian skier to successfully qualify for the Winter Olympics. According to information from the Mongolian Ski Federation, the athlete met the Olympic qualifying standard during international competitions held at an indoor ski complex in Dubai, UAE. To participate in the "Milan-Cortina 2026" Winter Olympics, athletes needed to achieve an average score no higher than 120 based on the results of their best five runs. Ariunbat scored an average

18.11.2025, 07:09
Sports

Valentina Shevchenko revealed when she will return to the octagon

Valentina Shevchenko achieved victory in her second consecutive successful title defense in the UFC. On November 16 in New York at UFC 322, the Kyrgyzstani athlete faced Weili Zhang, the former champion of the UFC's minimum division and the current second in the world PFP rankings from China.

18.11.2025, 05:17
Exclusive

The CEC fined the candidate for the ЖК deputies Ergeshov 7500 soms

During the work of the group, it was established that the authorized representative of Ergeshov created a messenger group, in which he reported on the reconstruction of the children's playground and the installation of sewage in the village of Ala-Archa. These works were carried out at the initiative of the candidate, who previously held the position of a deputy of the BGK. The working group recommended imposing a fine of 7500 soms. The candidate's representative noted that the

18.11.2025, 04:01
Exclusive

Parliamentary Elections: Which Candidates Are Linked to Officials and Former Officials (Districts No. 11-20)

Early parliamentary elections are scheduled for November 30. The country has defined 30 multi-member constituencies, and based on the voting results, three deputies will be elected to the Jogorku Kenesh from each constituency, who will receive the highest number of votes. The winners' trio must include representatives of both genders — at least one woman and two men or one woman and two men. The editorial team has prepared an overview of candidates who will participate in the elections in

18.11.2025, 03:11
Local news

The raids were not aimed at shutting down all businesses, but for recommendations to establishments — Bishkek authorities explained the reasons

In his address, the mayor noted that the raid conducted on November 13 aimed to ensure compliance with noise regulations and clarify issues related to energy conservation. According to Junushaliev, the purpose of these raids was not to shut down businesses, but to provide recommendations to establishments, which has already yielded positive results. All actions, in his opinion, are aimed at protecting the interests and rights of all city residents.

18.11.2025, 02:44