In Kyrgyzstan, a decrease in sugar production is expected due to weather conditions, - Ministry of Agriculture

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan will face a decrease in sugar production volumes due to unfavorable weather conditions that have negatively affected the sugar beet harvest. This was stated on October 23 in an interview with the radio by Uran Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. Chekirbaev noted that in 2024, Kyrgyzstan achieved full self-sufficiency in six key food products; however, this year there

From Praise to Overthrow: How the "Fathers of the Nation" Are Forgotten in Central Asia

html The phenomenon of the cult of personality in Central Asia has been forming for many years, but it can collapse in an instant. After the death or political downfall of a leader, their devoted admirers quickly switch to a new ruler. How this process occurs, where "national leaders" are revered, and how they become forgotten figures is explored by Azattyk-Asia.

The decree on free residence and work in Turkey applies only to ethnic Turks.

Erdoğan has made changes to the decree adopted by the Council of Ministers of Turkey in 1982. The document he signed partially updates the provisions "On the Free Professional Activity and Employment of Foreign Citizens of Turkish Origin in State and Private Institutions of Turkey." As a result, the information being circulated that citizens of Turkic states can work and study in Turkey on par with Turks is inaccurate. The document primarily emphasizes the ethnic affiliation of the

Kamchybek Tashiev: Power Outages in Winter Are Unacceptable

The Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, stated during the opening of a new administrative building for the Naryn District Electric Networks that there should be no power outages in winter. The building, with an area of 919 square meters, is located in the center of Naryn and meets modern architectural standards. It is a three-story complex fully equipped with engineering systems. Construction began in the second quarter of 2025 and was

The State National Security Committee returned 2319 hectares of agricultural land to the state in the Tyup District.

The investigation by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) revealed that a significant number of land shares in the Tyup rural district were being used without proper documentation. These lands were involved in agricultural circulation without registration and payment of the necessary taxes, and their users did not possess the appropriate documents and were connected to local authorities. This situation caused dissatisfaction among the local population, particularly at the beginning

Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic: Selection of Asphalt Concrete Core Conducted at the Otmok Pass

Scooters help relieve road congestion, said the mayor of Bishkek

The city authorities do not plan to remove scooters from the streets of Bishkek but intend to establish clear rules for their safe use, reports economist.kg.

On the Alamidin-Kant stretch, a train collided with a car

On October 14, 2025, at 11:32, an incident occurred involving train No. 3802 on the Alamidin-Kant stretch (3792 km, unprotected crossing). The train driver was forced to apply emergency braking as a car entered the railway tracks. Unfortunately, a collision could not be avoided, as reported by "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu". Local enterprise staff, medical assistance, and law enforcement arrived promptly at the scene. As a result of the accident, there are injured individuals who were taken to

"Bishkekteploenergo is Ready to Supply Heat, Awaiting the Command"

Yuri Dmitrushchenko also noted that more than 70% of the heating networks are experiencing significant wear, which increases the risk of emergency situations. Throughout the year, active preparations for the winter heating season are underway, including the updating of heating units in residential buildings. It should be noted that the start of the heating season in Bishkek will be announced provided that the average temperature remains at +8°C for five consecutive days.

Scientists Propose a New Theory of Consciousness

For many years, two main theories dominated neuroscience: integrated information theory and global neuronal workspace theory. However, recent research calls into question some of the tenets of both concepts. According to the authors of a new idea, non-neuronal consciousness suggests that our thoughts and perceptions depend not only on neurons but also on the vascular system and fluid circulation.

In Kazakhstan, the import of certain cars has been banned

According to the latest changes that came into effect on October 20, 2025, it has been clarified that single vehicles include only those cars, motorcycles, and trailers that have been recognized by the Eurasian Economic Commission as intended for personal use, notes Ulysmedia.kz. The approved list includes:

U23 World Championship: Four Kyrgyz Wrestlers Will Step onto the Mat

At the tournament in the under 63 kg category, Kyrgyzstan will be represented by Kuttubek Abdurazak, who will face Uzbek wrestler Khusnidin Olimboev in his first match. Nurel Duyshenbekov, competing in the under 77 kg weight class, will begin his tournament journey against Moldovan wrestler Alexander Solovey.

Mostbet Tajikistan – A Successful Betting Company with Wide Opportunities

Mostbet offers its users a wide range of services since its inception. With a license to operate in Tajikistan, the company emphasizes safety and comfort when betting on sports, gambling, online casinos, and lotteries. Wide Selection of Sports Disciplines One of the significant advantages of Mostbet is the variety of sporting events. Users can bet on sports such as football, hockey, tennis, basketball, and esports. The betting lines are regularly updated, offering current odds and various

Summit in Gabala. How is the CSTO transforming Central Asia into a competitive power center?

At the twelfth summit of the Organization of Turkic States, which took place in Gabala, the main focus was not on an extensive list of decisions but on the new reality in which development is occurring. Negotiations between Baku and Yerevan are finally beginning to bear fruit, and the Zangezur corridor, as a key element, brings the project of creating a transport route from the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean closer. If this corridor is implemented, Central Asia could take an important place

Employees of the Alamudun District Department of Internal Affairs detained suspects in large-scale fraud.

In the Alamudun district, police officers detained suspects in a large-scale fraud case. From December 2023 to July 2024, a group of fraudsters, consisting of citizens B.R., M.A., and others, deceitfully acquired vehicles of the brands "KIA Stinger," "BMW X5," and "KIA K5," which belonged to citizen I.T. They assured her that they would pay for the cars, valued at 81,000 US dollars, but after making only a payment of 14,500 US dollars, they disappeared, causing

25 Tons of Potatoes from China Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan

On the same day, specialists at the aforementioned point discovered that the imported potatoes did not meet quarantine phytosanitary requirements, which led to their return to the sender. Citing paragraph 4.3.4 of the Regulation on the procedure for phytosanitary control at the border of the Eurasian Economic Union, approved by the decision of the Customs Union Commission on June 18, 2010, No. 318, the cargo was returned due to the lack of the necessary labeling. The Department of

The land of the "Marinka" boarding house, formerly of the Min-Kush Orgtechnika plant, has been returned to the state.

It has been reported that in October 1965, the decision of the Executive Committee of the Jumgal District Council of Workers' Deputies temporarily allocated this plot, which belonged to the state forest fund of the Jumgal district in the Naryn region, to the Min-Kush plant "Orgtekhnika" for the construction of a tourist base with the condition of returning it to the state after the construction was completed. During the Soviet era, a boarding house was built on this site for the

A moratorium on the increase of fuel prices and utility tariffs has been introduced in Kazakhstan

© Photo: Andrey Chebotarev The suspension of tariff increases will be in effect until April 2026. The government noted that price stabilization will be achieved through the optimization of operational costs of organizations operating in the field of natural monopolies. Additionally, starting from January 1 of next year, inspections for micro and small businesses, as well as desk audits of small companies, are planned to be canceled.

National Statistics Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic: Price and tariff increases noted in all EAEU countries

The statistical services report that in September 2025, compared to August, there is an increase in consumer prices and tariffs in the EAEU countries. In Kyrgyzstan, this increase amounted to 0.4 percent, as indicated in the report by the National Statistical Committee. Inflation in the consumer sector of EAEU countries

Saudi Arabia is building an army comparable to the armed forces of Israel

According to Daskal, regions that were previously considered bastions of stability are now under pressure, and Israel has failed to take advantage of the situation. Qatar, which invested huge amounts in Trump and Jared Kushner's projects, received a protective agreement and permission to build a military base in the U.S. The United Arab Emirates gained access to advanced American technologies, while Saudi Arabia signed a record $142 billion arms supply contract. The new deal includes both

In Bishkek, a new branch of the school has opened in the GIK houses.

The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, visited the new branch of the school that was opened in the residential complex "Muras," built by the State Mortgage Company (GIK). The launch of this branch is part of an initiative to reduce the burden on overcrowded educational institutions in the capital, carried out under the instruction of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and in cooperation with the Bishkek City Hall, as reported by the municipal press service.

"I Forgot the Faces of My Children": Released Palestinian Describes Torture in Israeli Prison

During his interview, al-Talbani also spoke about the monstrous torture that prisoners endured. According to him, just two weeks ago, guards "burst into the cells with gas canisters and sprayed them directly in the rooms." Since his abduction a year ago, he has constantly been subjected to torture. After his release, he met with his family at Nasr Hospital in Khan Younis. Ahmed expressed gratitude to everyone who participated in the exchange, as a result of which Israel released

An Italian startup has developed "smart" vertical wind turbines

The height of the modular wind turbines is about 3 meters, and the rotor diameter is 5.4 meters. This allows them to be installed on building rooftops, in industrial areas, and local microgrids. The uniqueness of these turbines lies in their ability to adapt to current wind conditions. Artificial intelligence adjusts the blade pitch every millisecond, taking into account the wind speed, direction, and the aerodynamic interaction between the blades. This not only increases overall efficiency

This is a record: "Altyn Alliance" has transferred over 10 billion soms in taxes to the Kyrgyzstan budget for the first time in just 9 months

Since the beginning of the development of the "Djeruy" deposit in 2015, "Alliance Altyn" has paid a total of over 34.8 billion soms to the treasury. Of this amount, 26.4 billion soms are taxes collected from gold sales. Last year, the company ranked second in the list of the largest taxpayers in the country according to the State Tax Service (STS). The chairman of the STS, Alambet Shykmamatov, noted that "Alliance Altyn" has strictly adhered to the legislation of

In Chuy Region, a suspect has been detained for torturing his mother.

During the investigation, it was revealed that the man had previous incidents involving his mother. Protocols for three cases of domestic violence were drawn up at the Sokuluk District Department of Internal Affairs in accordance with Article 70 (Domestic Violence) of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic. After conducting operational-search activities, the police detained A.N. and placed him in a temporary detention facility. The court chose a preventive measure in the

FAO and "Kyrgyz Post" Released a Commemorative Series of Postage Stamps

The series of stamps was presented on October 16 in Bishkek during an event dedicated to World Food Day. The stamp cancellation ceremony was attended by Oleg Guchgeldiev, FAO representative in Kyrgyzstan, and Uulzhan Masiyaanova, Deputy General Director of OJSC "Kyrgyz Post". “This special edition of postage stamps is not only a tribute to the 80-year history of FAO in the fight against hunger but also a wonderful way to highlight the deep connection between cultural heritage,

Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan: 44 construction companies added to the "blacklist"

According to information provided by the Licensing and Certification Department of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, currently, 44 construction companies are on the "blacklist". The key reasons for including companies on this list are as follows:

Kazakhstan to Increase Oil Supplies to Europe

The Minister of Energy of Azerbaijan, Parviz Shahbazov, noted that since 2023, 3.4 million tons of oil from Kazakhstan have been sent to international markets via the BTC pipeline. Discussing mutually beneficial cooperation, the parties are considering the possibility of increasing transit to 7 million tons per year by 2027. This was announced at a meeting of the intergovernmental commission dealing with trade and economic relations between the two countries. According to the ministry's

Adylbek Kasymaliev took part in the opening of the new children's wing of the Republican Infectious Diseases Hospital

The ceremonial opening of a new children's wing at the Republican Clinical Infectious Diseases Hospital took place in Bishkek, attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev. During his speech, Kasymaliev emphasized the importance of the infectious disease service for ensuring epidemiological safety in the country. He noted that the infectious diseases hospital plays a key role in protecting against the spread of diseases.

In Kyrgyzstan, the minimum subsistence level has increased by 11%

In accordance with the established structure of the minimum subsistence level, approved by the Resolution of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 694 dated November 6, 2009, 65% of this amount is allocated for food products, 16% for non-food products, 17% for services, and 2% for taxes. The energy value of the food basket is 2101 kcal, with a chemical composition that includes 73 g of proteins and 71 g of fats. Minimum subsistence level by socio-demographic groups

Construction of an illegally built recreation area suspended in Chuy Region

The Chui Regional Administration closely monitors compliance with construction regulations. During control activities, cases of unauthorized use of land plots were identified in the village of Cholok (Datka-Kemin) in the Kemin district. In particular, it was established that construction of a recreation area was being carried out on agricultural land without the necessary permits.

"Hidden Pandemic": New Report on Sexual Violence Against Children in Europe

Children's organizations report that 5 million children in Europe face sexual violence every year. According to Childlight's research, conducted in 33 European countries, every 15th child has faced rape or sexual assault.

More than 25 tons of potatoes from China were not allowed into Kyrgyzstan

During the inspection of potatoes imported from China, it was found that the accompanying phytosanitary certificate did not meet the established standards. Based on this fact, in accordance with the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic “On Plant Quarantine” and Decision No. 318 of the Eurasian Economic Union Commission, this batch of potatoes was rejected and not allowed into the territory of the country, and was also returned.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic registered 11 candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic identified violations during the construction of the "Madina Residence" house in Bishkek

In Bishkek, at the address 12 A. Ogonbaeva Street, violations have been identified in the construction process of the 16-story residential complex "Madina Residence," according to information from the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan. According to the intelligence agency, the design organization that worked for the construction company provided false data when preparing the project and estimate documentation. This led to the approval of projects, despite the

There will be no online mode: additional information on the situation with municipal schools in Bishkek

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, the man who spread the threatening video is not on the territory of the Kyrgyz Republic. All schools mentioned in the lists have already been checked, and no threats or suspicious items have been found. Police officers continue to perform their duties in an enhanced mode, ensuring the safety of students and teachers. In this regard, a decision has been made to maintain the offline mode for municipal schools, reports the

Trump: My Peace Plan is Not About Two States, But About the Revival of Gaza

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan detains former rector of the "Eurasian University"

Jewels Stolen from the Louvre in Broad Daylight. Some Have Already Been Found

On October 19, Sunday morning, a daring robbery occurred at the Paris Louvre. The thieves took just seven minutes to steal valuable jewelry that once belonged to Napoleon Bonaparte, as well as other precious items. This robbery has become the most notable since 1911, when the famous "Mona Lisa" by Leonardo da Vinci was stolen, according to the BBC. The prosecution has launched an investigation on suspicion of "organized theft and conspiracy to commit a crime." Investigative

The organizer of "Eurovision" postponed the voting on Israel's admission to the competition.

According to the new schedule, the organizers of the contest decided to wait for their winter General Assembly, which will take place in December, instead of holding an extraordinary session that was previously announced in September. In a statement from the EBU sent to AFP, it was noted: "The Council decided to include this issue in the agenda of its upcoming winter General Assembly." The Eurovision contest will take place in Austria in May 2026. Recently, there have been disputes

Milk production decreased by 6.2% over the year — to 37.7 thousand tons

- From January to August 2025, meat production decreased by 1%, amounting to 10.4 thousand tons. This information was provided in the materials of the National Statistical Committee. Additionally, a decrease in the volume of processed milk by 6.2% was noted, which amounts to 37.7 thousand tons. In contrast, the production of unrefined vegetable oils increased by 14.5%, reaching 5.98 thousand tons.

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported on all the circumstances of the double murder in Ak-Ordo and the death of the suspect.

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs, during further investigative actions on October 14, in the territory of the Kemin district of the Chui region, the suspect escaped. In response, police officers, acting in accordance with the law and referring to Articles 45 and 46 of the Law on Service in Law Enforcement Agencies, used their weapons. As a result of the injury sustained, I.S. died. Currently, an internal investigation is underway, and the Ministry of Internal Affairs promises to

In Bishkek, the bus routes No. 1, No. 243, and No. 226 have been temporarily changed.

Due to the replacement of water pipes on Zhukeev-Pudovkin Street, traffic is temporarily restricted until the end of October 2025. This circumstance has forced changes to the routes for buses No. 1, No. 243, and No. 226. During the repair, buses will follow alternative routes through Suerkulov and Zhukeev-Pudovkin Streets. After the work is completed, traffic will return to the previous schemes.

Wealthy French are transferring funds to Luxembourg and Switzerland

Lucchini also noted that a significant portion of capital is directed to Switzerland, where his company has an office. Investments in life insurance in Luxembourg, which are a sought-after annuity product with tax advantages, are typically chosen by wealthy clients. This is just one manifestation of the political instability in France, where some wealthy families have already begun to leave the country. “Many French people moved to Switzerland between 1980 and 2010. However, after Macron was

The GKNB detained an active member of Kolbaev's organized crime group. He has ambitions to rise to the status of "thief in law."

During the arrest, S.D.O. was found in possession of a firearm, specifically a Makarov pistol, as well as 4.57 grams of plant-based narcotics. Based on the discovered narcotic substances, a criminal case has been initiated under part 1 of article 283 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic (illegal production of narcotics and psychotropic substances without the intent to sell). Necessary examinations have been appointed regarding the seized weapon and narcotics.

Trump urged Zelensky to accept Putin's terms or be "destroyed" by Russia

During the meeting, Trump insisted that Zelensky hand over Donbass to Russia and repeatedly echoed arguments coming from Putin. This led to disappointment among Ukraine's European allies, who hoped that Trump could persuade the president to increase support for Kyiv, as reported by The Financial Times. Although Trump ultimately agreed to a freeze on the front line, the meeting itself demonstrated his inconsistency on war issues and his willingness to accept Putin's maximalist demands.

The Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic reminds: November 7-8 are working days

According to the current labor legislation, despite the fact that November 7 and 8 are public holidays, these days are still considered working days. The working day during this time will be shortened by one hour.

"Overcrowded Landfills and the Shortage of Effective Solutions." The Waste Crisis in Central Asia

The waste management situation in Tajikistan remains critical. In the country's poorest region, there is no comprehensive waste disposal system. Waste sorting is virtually non-existent, and recycling is primarily carried out by private initiatives. Officially, there are more than 70 landfills for solid household waste in Tajikistan, but none of them meet modern standards, notes independent ecologist Timur Idrisov from Dushanbe. “Separate waste collection is not practiced in the country: