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Russia wants to see Kyrgyzstan as a strong, wealthy, and developed state, - Deputy Head of Rossotrudnichestvo

At the opening of the Forum of School Directors, which includes representatives from Kyrgyzstan and Russia, Pavel Shevtsov, Deputy Head of Rossotrudnichestvo in Kyrgyzstan, emphasized the importance of students returning after studying at Russian universities. “We hope that they will return to benefit their people, government, and country, contributing to socio-economic development and public processes. The Russian state wishes to see Kyrgyzstan as a strong, wealthy, and developing nation, and

29.10.2025, 13:11
Local news

Construction Without Signage: Bishkek City is Being Built at the Site of "Naryn"

In the center of Bishkek, at the site of the former restaurant "Naryn," construction work continues on the creation of the multifunctional complex Bishkek City. This site is located at the intersection of Frunze and Shopokov streets. According to information from 24.kg, the area is completely fenced off, and construction machinery is actively working on the site. Currently, the concrete work has been completed, and the foundation for the future business center, which is planned to be

29.10.2025, 13:10
In Talas, illegal extraction of sand and gravel mix was stopped
Incidents

In Talas, illegal extraction of sand and gravel mix was stopped

In the Manas district, in the village of Semetey in the Talas region, a case of illegal extraction of sand and gravel mixture has been recorded. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry's data, a protocol was drawn up against a citizen with the initials M.E.B. under part 4 of Article 243 of the Code of Offenses, and he was fined 13,000 soms.

29.10.2025, 13:07
South Korea presented Trump with a copy of an ancient golden crown and the highest state award
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South Korea presented Trump with a copy of an ancient golden crown and the highest state award

On October 29, during Donald Trump's state visit to South Korea, President Lee Jae-myung presented him with a replica of an ancient golden crown and awarded him the highest state honor, Yonhap reports. The ceremony took place at the National Museum of Gyeongju, located in the city of the same name in southeastern South Korea, which was once the capital of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC - 935 AD). The replica of the crown was created based on findings from the Cheonmachong tomb.

29.10.2025, 13:05
Exclusive

The National Bank is considering simplifying the sales procedure, - Deputy Head of the NBKR Kozubekov

- During a press conference held on October 29, 2025, in Bishkek, the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, announced that the possibility of simplifying the sales process is being considered. He noted that, despite this, when carrying out financial operations, the central bank must adhere to mandatory requirements in the area of AML/CFT. (anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing, as well as the conduct of operations that have signs of suspicious activities -

29.10.2025, 13:05
Agreement with China: A 250 Megawatt Solar Power Plant Will Be Built in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Agreement with China: A 250 Megawatt Solar Power Plant Will Be Built in Kyrgyzstan

At the international forum taking place in Suzhou, the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic signed an investment agreement with Chinese companies for the construction of a solar power plant with a capacity of 250 megawatts. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Energy. The document was signed by the Minister of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Taalaibek Ibraev, the president of States Technology Co., Limited, Liu Fernando Oscar, and the general director of

29.10.2025, 13:02
Exclusive

The National Bank requests a passport when purchasing gold bullion bars

- At the press conference on October 29, Deputy Chairman of the National Bank Azat Kozubekov announced that buyers of gold bullion bars are required to show their passport when making a purchase. He explained that this practice is mandatory in accordance with legislation aimed at combating terrorism financing and money laundering (CFT/AML).

29.10.2025, 13:01
Local news

The Russian Drama Theater Opens Its Main Stage. But Only Temporarily

According to the information provided by the theater, the Days of Russian Culture in Kyrgyzstan will take place in Bishkek from October 29 to November 2, 2025, which is the reason for the temporary suspension of renovation work. This will allow the theater to reopen its doors to the audience on the main stage. It is expected that the 91st theater season will officially launch at the end of November.

29.10.2025, 13:01
Exclusive

NBKR updated 19 regulatory acts on credit risks and Islamic financing

- The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, according to the resolution dated October 23, 2025, has updated 19 regulatory legal acts, as reported by the regulator's press service. These changes are aimed at aligning the regulatory framework with the norms of legislation concerning the exchange of credit information and self-imposed bans on credit transactions, which should enhance risk management in the financial sector.

29.10.2025, 12:59
Exclusive

The Ministry of Natural Resources fined the company "Muras Synthesis" 99,000 soms for gross violations

- During a scheduled inspection conducted by employees of the Jalal-Abad Regional Office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, serious violations concerning environmental protection and ensuring ecological safety were identified. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources reported the results of the inspection. During the event, various violations were recorded, which led to the drafting of a report and the issuance of an order requiring the rectification of these

29.10.2025, 12:58
The Mufti named 37 companies allowed to organize Umrah. List
Local news

The Mufti named 37 companies allowed to organize Umrah. List

The meeting of Mufti Abdullaziz Zakirov with representatives of companies engaged in pilgrimage organization took place recently. The press service of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) reported that the mufti urged participants to work honestly, comply with the legislation, and wished them success in their noble cause.

29.10.2025, 12:58
Chinese companies will build a solar power plant in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Chinese companies will build a solar power plant in Kyrgyzstan

At the international forum taking place in Suzhou, China, the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan signed several agreements with Chinese companies for the development of renewable energy and attracting investments. This was reported in a press release from the Ministry of Energy. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Energy of the

29.10.2025, 12:58
Local news

Lead and Our Children. Lead Found in the Blood of Many Children in Kyrgyzstan

The specialists of the Republic Center for Health Strengthening reported that 21% of children in Kyrgyzstan have blood lead levels exceeding 5 µg/dL, which requires attention according to the recommendations of the World Health Organization (WHO). This data was obtained from a study aimed at determining the lead content in the blood of preschoolers. The study was initiated last year and covered 18 regions of the country. The results showed that elevated lead levels were detected in children

29.10.2025, 12:57
During the night, 100 drones were shot down over Russia, 13 airports suspended operations
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During the night, 100 drones were shot down over Russia, 13 airports suspended operations

Illustrative photo During the night of October 29, Russian air defense successfully intercepted 100 Ukrainian drones, as reported by the country's Ministry of Defense. Of all the drones shot down, 46 were destroyed over the Bryansk region, 12 over Kaluga, eight over Belgorod, seven over Krasnodar Krai, six over the Moscow region and Oryol region, four over Ulyanovsk region, three over Crimea and the Mari El Republic, two over Stavropol Krai, and one over Kursk, Smolensk, and Tula regions.

29.10.2025, 12:56
Local news

The head of the Supreme Court was outraged by the inequality in the toilets of the Kara-Kulja judiciary.

During his working trip to the Kara-Kulja district, the Chairman of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan, Mederbek Satyiev, visited the new building of the district court and was extremely dissatisfied with what he saw. According to eyewitnesses, the head of the Supreme Court was shown the restrooms, which had separate stalls for staff and for visitors. The conditions for the employees turned out to be significantly better. Mederbek Satyiev characterized this situation as a manifestation of double

29.10.2025, 12:55
Kyrgyzstan's International Reserves Exceeded 7.5 Billion Dollars
Economy / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan's International Reserves Exceeded 7.5 Billion Dollars

As of October 1, 2025, Kyrgyzstan's international reserves reached over 7.5 billion US dollars, which is an increase of 48.5% compared to the end of September of the same year. The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, shared this information at a press conference in Bishkek. He noted that the increase in reserves serves as an important indicator of the stability of the financial system and the economy of the country.

29.10.2025, 12:53
Police prevented a forest fire in the Tyup district
Incidents / Exclusive

Police prevented a forest fire in the Tyup district

Employees of the tourist-ecological police made a heroic act by stopping a forest fire in the area of the village of Zhylyu-Bulak, located in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region. The press service of the regional police department reported that during a patrol, the inspectors noticed smoke coming from the forest.

29.10.2025, 12:47
96 Migrants Deported from Russia After Raid in the Moscow Region
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96 Migrants Deported from Russia After Raid in the Moscow Region

Illustrative photo Police conducted an "operational-preventive measure" at a warehouse located in the village of Koledino. During the inspection, migrants were detained, including citizens from Asian countries, Latin America, and North Africa. A total of 46 protocols were drawn up against these individuals for violating the rules of stay in Russia (Article 18.8 of the Administrative Offenses Code of the Russian Federation) and 96 for illegal labor activities (Article 18.10 of the

29.10.2025, 12:36
Ecology

Showers in some areas, snow in the mountains — weather forecast for October 30

At night, in most areas of Chui and Issyk-Kul regions, as well as in some places in Naryn region, there will be rain, with snow falling in the mountainous areas; no precipitation is expected in other parts of the country. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, during the day, rain is also forecasted in some areas of Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions, with snow in the highlands, while the rest of the territory will be dry. The wind will be from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

29.10.2025, 12:34
Local news

Where Speed Bumps Are Installed in Bishkek, Explained an Official

Azamat Osmonaliev, the chief specialist of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the capital, spoke about the criteria for installing speed bumps in Bishkek on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to him, such artificial irregularities are installed in the following cases:

29.10.2025, 12:32
A Six-Story Building Collapsed in Istanbul
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A Six-Story Building Collapsed in Istanbul

A six-story building collapsed in eastern Istanbul. According to the AHaber TV channel, a family of five, including children, may be trapped under the rubble. “The collapse occurred in the Gebze district, but the cause has not yet been determined. Preliminary reports suggest that five to six people may be under the debris,” the TV channel added.

29.10.2025, 12:31
Local news

"Waves" on the Roads. In Bishkek, the problem is being studied together with foreign experts.

In Bishkek, the issue of defects on repaired roads is being studied. The chief specialist of the capital's Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure, Azamat Osmonaliev, spoke about this on the air of "Birinchi Radio". According to him, recently experts from Kazakhstan (the city of Almaty) and Russia, as well as representatives of contracting organizations, gathered at a round table.

29.10.2025, 12:30
Environmental Violations Identified in Talas Region
Incidents

Environmental Violations Identified in Talas Region

The work to prevent the illegal use of natural resources continues in the Talas region. Specialists from the regional office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision are actively engaged in this task.

29.10.2025, 12:29
In the Issyk-Kul Region, police officers prevented a forest fire
Incidents

In the Issyk-Kul Region, police officers prevented a forest fire

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate, the crews of the tourist-ecological police noticed smoke coming from a forest area during their patrol. Although the fire was small, strong winds quickly spread the flames, threatening a significant area of forest.

29.10.2025, 12:29
Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, bank lending has increased by more than a third, - National Bank

- As of the end of August 2025, the volume of bank lending in Kyrgyzstan exceeded 447 billion soms, which represents an increase of more than 30%. This information was announced on October 29, 2025, by the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, at a press conference in Bishkek. Kozubekov also noted that the deposit base of banks increased by more than 25% during the same period, reaching 741 billion soms.

29.10.2025, 12:26
Ecology

"Murass Synthesis" in Jalal-Abad fined 99,000 soms for environmental violations

As a result of a scheduled inspection of the activities of the LLC "Muras Synthesis" by inspectors from the Jalal-Abad Regional Office of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, conducted as part of the control over compliance with environmental standards, serious violations were identified. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, deficiencies in environmental protection and ensuring ecological safety were discovered during the

29.10.2025, 12:22
Rising Fuel Prices Intensified Inflationary Pressure – National Bank
Economy / Exclusive

Rising Fuel Prices Intensified Inflationary Pressure – National Bank

Since the beginning of 2025, there has been a significant increase in the prices of fuel and lubricants in Kyrgyzstan. The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, shared this information at a press conference held in Bishkek. According to Kozubekov, since the beginning of the year, gasoline prices have risen by 12.6%, while diesel fuel has become 8.4% more expensive.

29.10.2025, 12:21
Local news

More and More Elderly People. How Kyrgyzstan Will Ensure the Sustainability of the Pension System

As of October 1, 2025, the number of pensioners in Kyrgyzstan has reached approximately 818.7 thousand people. Every year, this number increases by an average of 20 thousand. Does the state have the ability to provide decent pensions for all? This question was answered by Bakhtiyar Aliyev, the head of the Social Fund. — With the increasing number of elderly people, what is the fund's strategy for ensuring the sustainability of the pension system in the future?

29.10.2025, 12:19
Economy

Expanded list of NGOs required to submit consolidated information to the Tax Service

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a significant expansion of the list of non-profit organizations that are now required to submit consolidated reports on their income and expenses to the tax authorities. This was reported by the press service of the STS. According to the recently adopted law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic Regarding the Reporting of Certain Non-Profit Organizations," political parties, trade unions, religious

29.10.2025, 12:18
Local news

What is happening now on the Arashan - Chunkurchak road, as reported by the Ministry of Transport

In the Chuy region, active construction of the Arashan – Chunkurchak road continues, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. It has become known that work is being carried out on a section ranging from 2 to 22 kilometers. Currently, earthworks and road widening are being completed, with 85% finished. In addition, 46 drainage pipes are being installed, and two bridge structures are being reconstructed. On the section from 9 to 11 kilometers, the laying

29.10.2025, 12:15
Local news

The deadlines for the completion of road repairs on Fuchik Street were announced by the Bishkek City Hall.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a major overhaul of 13 central streets is planned for 2025, and work on 12 of them has already been completed. This was reported on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Azamat Osmonaliev, the chief specialist of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure. He noted that repairs are currently ongoing on Fuchik Street, specifically on the section from Profsoyuznaya to BChK, on the eastern side.

29.10.2025, 12:12
"Abdysh-Ata" lost to "Al-Shabab" and seriously complicated their path to the playoffs
Local news / Exclusive

"Abdysh-Ata" lost to "Al-Shabab" and seriously complicated their path to the playoffs

The start of the match was promising for "Abdysh-Ata": already in the 9th minute, forward Artem Belyi opened the scoring with a long-range shot, putting his team ahead. However, the end of the first half created tension for the Kant team. Goalkeeper Sultan Chomoev failed to reliably clear the ball after a set piece, and Majid Al-Saladi took advantage of the situation, equalizing the score in the 44th minute.

29.10.2025, 12:12
Local news / Exclusive

Café, Restaurant, and Company Owners in Osh City Required to Change Their Signs — How the Names Sound Today

The authorities of the city of Osh have announced the need to change the signs for restaurants, cafes, and other commercial organizations. According to the new requirement, all signs must be in the Kyrgyz language and must be updated by November 10, 2025. Previously, the municipality reported that in recent years, the number of signs in English, Chinese, Arabic, and Uzbek has significantly increased. Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev instructed the relevant services and the state language commission

29.10.2025, 12:11
Economy

The State Financial Supervision revoked the virtual asset operator license from "Data Group"

The State Financial Supervision Service (Gosfinadzor) has decided to revoke the license of the company "Data Group," which operates as a virtual assets operator. The main reason for this step was the failure to comply with regulations and violations of the laws governing the circulation of virtual assets, as stated in the official press release of the agency. During the conducted inspection, it was revealed that the specialized platform provided by the company is not operational,

29.10.2025, 12:08
Exclusive

At the "Ak-Tilek" Checkpoint, a Drunk Truck Driver Swerved into Oncoming Traffic to Avoid Waiting in Line

On October 29, the press service of the Main Department of Road Safety (GUOBDD) reported a new case of driving under the influence of alcohol. According to the information, on the evening of October 28, around 18:40, at the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek—automobile", located at the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border, a truck of the "Faw" brand drove into the oncoming lane, which is a violation of traffic rules. GUOBDD inspectors stopped the vehicle and, after checking the documents, suspected the

29.10.2025, 12:05