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The Head of the GKNB Tashiev Joked About the Mayor of the City of Manas

The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, commented on the activities of the Mayor of Manas, Ernistbek Ormokov, during the opening of a new wastewater treatment facility. Tashiev noted that Ormokov is a unique mayor in the country who has not changed during the current administration. “Some claim that I scold or even punish Ormokov. It’s a joke, of course, but he is indeed an athlete, and it’s hard to reproach him

30.10.2025, 16:52
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The head of the cabinet presented the Russian director Nikita Mikhalkov with the Order of "Dostuk"

On October 30, an award ceremony took place where Adylbek Kasymaliev presented the "Dostuk" order to Nikita Mikhalkov, who is an outstanding Russian film director. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. The head of the cabinet congratulated Mikhalkov on his 80th birthday, emphasizing his significant contribution to the development of world cinema.

30.10.2025, 16:46
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Donald Trump Announced a Reduction in Tariffs on Imports from China (Figures)

Donald Trump announced a reduction in tariffs on Chinese goods, which were imposed due to the fentanyl issue, from 20% to 10%. He made this announcement following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as reported by CNN. The U.S. President explained: "I imposed a 20% tariff on goods from China due to the fentanyl threat. I have reduced this rate to 10%, and this decision takes effect immediately." He also expressed hope that Xi Jinping is "doing everything possible"

30.10.2025, 16:44
Local news

In Bishkek, places for dog walking will be designated

In Bishkek, a list of places for walking dogs will be developed, as announced during a meeting of the permanent commission of the city council. The announcement was made by Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev. Alymbek Baktybekov, the chairman of the commission, noted that there are already established zones for smoking, waiting for public transport, and other needs in the country. He asked the question: “So where are the places for walking dogs?”

30.10.2025, 16:43
Kyrgyzstan and Russia are Building a Common Future for School Education
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Kyrgyzstan and Russia are Building a Common Future for School Education

In Bishkek, the III Forum of School Leaders of the Kyrgyz Republic took place, serving as an important platform for discussing the future of education and implementing innovative approaches in teacher training. The event, held at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University (KRSU), gathered around 300 participants, including school directors, representatives from ministries, universities, and experts from Russia and Kyrgyzstan. The forum was organized by Rossotrudnichestvo, the Southwest State

30.10.2025, 16:43
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A kindergarten with 50 places has opened in the Kadamjay district

In the village of Sovetskoye, which belongs to the rural district of Moldо Niyaz in the Kadamjay region, a kindergarten named "Rodnichok-Kan" was ceremoniously opened, operating in a three-hour mode. The educational institution is located on the second floor of the local House of Culture. After a major renovation, the premises were fully equipped and designed for 50 children.

30.10.2025, 16:38
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The new investment law aims to protect the rights of entrepreneurs and investors, - Prosecutor General's Office

In Bishkek, on October 30, 2025, an event titled "New Architecture of Investment Policy: Partnership of the State, Business, and Investors" took place. During the event, the First Deputy Attorney General Baymurza Maatov noted that the events are occurring against the backdrop of active implementation of reforms aimed at ensuring reliable legal protection for entrepreneurs and investors. According to Maatov, the main task of the reforms is to create clear and transparent conditions for

30.10.2025, 16:34
Regional Stability. The Central Asia is Building a System of Indivisible Security
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Regional Stability. The Central Asia is Building a System of Indivisible Security

Central Asia is emerging as a space of mutual understanding and cooperation. In the economic sphere, the countries of the region, including Kyrgyzstan, have realized that uniting efforts to create beneficial production chains, forming a unified energy network, and developing common transport routes is significantly more effective than competing with each other. For nearly three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, our states were in a state of rivalry, facing conflicts over

30.10.2025, 16:28
Health

Charitable Collaboration Expands Opportunities for Cardiac Surgery in Kyrgyzstan

In one of the private medical institutions in Kyrgyzstan, a program for free surgeries for patients with congenital heart defects is currently being implemented, including atrial septal defect (ASD), patent ductus arteriosus (PDA), and complex cases of ventricular septal defect (VSD). Since surgeries to correct such complex defects require high qualifications and the involvement of foreign specialists, they are performed quite rarely in the country.

30.10.2025, 16:23
The Head of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic presented Nikita Mikhalkov with the "Dostuk" Order
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The Head of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic presented Nikita Mikhalkov with the "Dostuk" Order

As part of the Days of Culture of the Russian Federation in the Kyrgyz Republic, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, met with Olga Lyubimova, the Minister of Culture of Russia. During the event, a solemn ceremony took place where Nikita Mikhalkov was awarded the Order of "Dostuk" — the highest state award of Kyrgyzstan.

30.10.2025, 16:20
Local news / Cultural news

Russia is ready to assist in the formation of the program for the Year of Chyngyz Aitmatov, announced in Kyrgyzstan for 2028.

On October 30, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, and his Russian counterpart, Olga Lyubimova. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the meeting discussed aspects of cooperation in the field of culture and humanitarian ties between the two countries.

30.10.2025, 16:17
Former advisor to the President of Kazakhstan killed during a fight in Astana
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Former advisor to the President of Kazakhstan killed during a fight in Astana

Yerzhan Babakumarov Yerzhan Babakumarov, who was 56 years old, got into a conflict with a 36-year-old man. Police reported that "the exchange escalated into a fight, resulting in the former advisor sustaining fatal injuries and dying. A criminal case has been initiated on the grounds of murder." The suspect has been detained and is being held in custody.

30.10.2025, 16:14
Local news

Developing countries will need $310 billion a year to adapt to climate change

In the context of rising global temperatures and the intensifying impacts of climate change, a significant funding shortfall for adaptation measures in developing countries threatens the lives of people and their economic well-being. These findings are contained in the 2025 Climate Adaptation Report prepared by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). The report emphasizes that despite progress in planning and implementing adaptation measures, by 2035, the funding needs for these

30.10.2025, 16:13
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"Perhaps soon there will be no border guards at the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan," - Head of the State National Security Committee Tashiev

At the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, border guards may soon disappear, stated Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State National Security Committee, on October 30, 2025. This statement was made during the 91st meeting of the Council of Commanders of Border Troops of the CIS countries, held in Manas. Tashiev held a meeting with the heads of five regions of Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.

30.10.2025, 16:13
Economy

The President signed the Law "On Consumer Credit". What has changed for Kyrgyzstanis

President Sadyr Japarov has approved the Law "On Consumer Credit," which was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 25, 2025. This was reported by the press service of the president's administration. This law does not apply to loans related to the purchase, construction, or completion of residential real estate unless provided for in its provisions. It establishes the rules for providing consumer loans, the terms of their contracts, the procedure for calculating and applying

30.10.2025, 16:11
Kyrgyzstan Fully Provides Itself with Six Socially Significant Products
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Kyrgyzstan Fully Provides Itself with Six Socially Significant Products

The remaining three types of products are partially supplied through imports According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, in the first nine months, Kyrgyzstan was able to provide itself with six out of nine critically important food items.

30.10.2025, 16:11
Health

A Magnetic Storm Has Begun on Earth

Today, the fourth magnetic storm of October has been registered on Earth, which is likely to be the last one this month, reports the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the IKI RAS. Previously, magnetic storms were recorded from the 1st to the 3rd, then on October 12, and also from the 18th to the 19th. This is the second consecutive month with an increased number of magnetic storms: in September, there were five after a period of calm at the end of summer.

30.10.2025, 16:08
The President was briefed on the preparations for the extraordinary parliamentary elections.
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The President was briefed on the preparations for the extraordinary parliamentary elections.

Today, October 30, Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, got acquainted with the process of testing remote voting organized by the Central Election Commission as part of the preparations for the extraordinary elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. In one of the shopping centers in Bishkek, where a polling station was established, the president participated in the test voting.

30.10.2025, 16:07
Louvre Robbery: Five More Suspects Arrested
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Louvre Robbery: Five More Suspects Arrested

The jewels stolen from the museum are estimated to be worth approximately $102 million and have not yet been found. Recently, Paris police arrested five more individuals suspected of the Louvre heist, according to sources.

30.10.2025, 16:01
The Bishkek - Osh route was inspected before the winter season.
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The Bishkek - Osh route was inspected before the winter season.

Photo by the Main Department of Road Traffic Safety. Inspection of the Bishkek – Osh road before the winter season In order to ensure road traffic safety, the Main Department of Road Traffic Safety (GUOBDD) conducted an inspection of the Bishkek – Osh highway before the start of the winter season. According to a press release from the agency, this inspection was initiated due to abrupt changes in weather conditions and aimed at preventing possible road traffic accidents.

30.10.2025, 16:00
Local news / Cultural news

Deputy Head of the Cabinet Baisalov held talks with the Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation Lyubimova

Edil Baisalov, serving as the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, held talks with the Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation, Olga Lyubimova, who visited Bishkek on an official visit at the head of a Russian delegation. According to information provided by the Cabinet of Ministers, the discussion focused on the current state and future directions of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Russia in the field of culture and humanitarian initiatives.

30.10.2025, 15:59
In Moscow, the International "Eurasia" Award was presented for the first time. Kyrgyzstan is on the list.
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In Moscow, the International "Eurasia" Award was presented for the first time. Kyrgyzstan is on the list.

The award ceremony for the first International "Eurasia" Prize took place in Moscow. This award was established by the Autonomous Non-Profit Organization "Eurasia" in collaboration with Rossotrudnichestvo. The goal of the prize is to support initiatives aimed at preserving traditional values, as well as to promote the development of culture, education, volunteering, and people’s diplomacy in the Eurasian space. Photo "Eurasia"

30.10.2025, 15:52
Local news

The number of labor migrants in the EAEU countries amounted to 1.1 million people

According to the Eurasian Economic Commission, by the end of 2024, the total number of labor migrants in the EAEU countries reached 1.1 million people. The majority of migrants work in the construction sector, which accounts for 21% of the total. The next largest sectors are trade (14%), transportation and storage (7.8%), and manufacturing (6.9%).

30.10.2025, 15:52
Incidents / Exclusive

Another Terrible Car Accident in Bishkek Involving Schoolchildren (Caution, Photo!)

Six schoolchildren were injured as a result of a road traffic incident in Bishkek. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Patrol Police Department. The accident occurred early in the morning, around 01:30, on Osmonkul Street. The driver, whose identity has not yet been established, lost control of a Hyundai Sonata, causing the car to crash into a transformer and then into the fence of a private house.

30.10.2025, 15:51
Local news

Is it allowed to keep horses and cows in Bishkek? The vice-mayor explained.

At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council dedicated to issues of housing and communal services, ecology, and transport, the question of keeping agricultural animals in the new districts annexed to the capital as a result of the administrative reform was discussed. The chairman of the commission, Alymbek Baktybekov, emphasized that in these areas, local residents traditionally kept livestock, as there were pastures nearby.

30.10.2025, 15:50
Kyrgyzstanis can now impose a self-ban on loans - how to do it
Economy

Kyrgyzstanis can now impose a self-ban on loans - how to do it

To activate the self-ban mechanism on lending, you can use the Tunduk application. Starting from November 1, 2025, a self-ban mechanism for obtaining loans will come into effect in Kyrgyzstan. This was announced at a press conference in Bishkek by Azamat Jamangulov, the Minister of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of the KR.

30.10.2025, 15:46
A Wave of Mass Layoffs Hits the Global Economy
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A Wave of Mass Layoffs Hits the Global Economy

The situation in the global labor market is becoming increasingly alarming: mass layoffs are affecting major companies in the US, Europe, and Asia. According to information from Reuters, many businesses around the world are ramping up layoffs, indicating a slowdown in economic growth. In September, over 25,000 layoffs were recorded in American companies, while logistics giant UPS announced plans to cut nearly 50,000 jobs since the beginning of the year.

30.10.2025, 15:46
Ecology

In Ak-Orgo, 241 trees are planted

In Ak-Orgo on Ashar Street, work has begun on planting 241 trees, reported Joomart Toktosunov, deputy head of the municipal administration of Bishkek for the Lenin district, during a live broadcast on October 29. “Last week, a community cleanup event took place, during which 74 trees were planted at the intersection of Chortekova and Zhayyla Baatyra streets,” he added.

30.10.2025, 15:45
The meeting of the Council of Commanders of the Border Troops of the CIS took place in Manas
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The meeting of the Council of Commanders of the Border Troops of the CIS took place in Manas

The event was also attended by representatives of the Coordinating Service of the Council of Commanders of Border Troops, as well as leaders and delegates from interacting bodies of the CIS, the Secretariat of the Collective Security Treaty Organization, the Executive Committee of the Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure of the SCO, and the International Union of Public Associations of Border Service Veterans. For the first time, the meeting included authorized representatives from the border

30.10.2025, 15:44
The 91st Meeting of the Council of Commanders of the Border Troops of the CIS was held in Manas
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The 91st Meeting of the Council of Commanders of the Border Troops of the CIS was held in Manas

The 91st meeting of the Council of Commanders of Border Troops of the CIS countries was held in the city of Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region. According to the Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, delegations from eight border agencies of the CIS member states (including Azerbaijan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan) participated in this event. The Coordinating Service of the CIS Border Troops, the CIS bodies, the Secretariat of the

30.10.2025, 15:44
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Beer exports from Kyrgyzstan to China increased by 31% in 8 months

- From January to August 2025, the volume of beer exports from Kyrgyzstan to China increased by 31%. This information was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, Kyrgyzstan exported 1.7 million liters of beer to China, amounting to $960 thousand. This is a significant increase compared to the same period in 2024, when 1.3 million liters were supplied for a total of $585 thousand.

30.10.2025, 15:43
Local news

Border Guards May Be Removed from the Kyrgyz-Tajik Border

At today's 91st meeting of the Council of Commanders of the Border Troops of the CIS in Manas, the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) Kamchybek Tashiev announced that the permanent presence of border guards at the border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan may be canceled in the near future. According to Tashiev, the presidents of the two countries, Sadyr Japarov and Emomali Rahmon, are actively working to create conditions that promote peaceful coexistence and

30.10.2025, 15:38
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Generals Alimbaev and Manilov made a statement following the meeting of the Council of Commanders of the Border Troops of the CIS countries

The 91st meeting of the Council of Commanders of Border Troops of the CIS countries is taking place in Manas. This meeting, chaired by Army General Vladimir Kulishov, who serves as the First Deputy Director of the Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation and head of the Border Service, includes delegates from various countries.

30.10.2025, 15:38
Local news

Kyrgyzstanis Consume Too Much Salt. Doctor Warns of Risks

According to the statement by Myskal Duyshenalieva, head of the hypertension department at the Mirrakhimov National Center for Cardiology and Therapy, the residents of Kyrgyzstan, like other peoples of Central Asia, have a habit of consuming excessive amounts of salt. In an interview on "Birinchi Radio," she noted that sources of excessive salt consumption include various products, such as canned goods, sausages, pickles, and dishes from cafes and restaurants, which are often

30.10.2025, 15:38
Local news / Cultural news

<b>“The History of the Manaschi”: </b> The Story of the Manaschi Dungkan Kocuke Uulu

On February 18, the National Theater "Manas" hosted the presentation of the book "Manaschylar," which collects the biographies, life stories, and works of 150 manaschy over the past 500 years. The author of this work is manaschy and theater director Nurbek Talantbekov. The manaschy are listed in chronological order, and their stories are complemented by verses created by manaschy Rysbay Isakov. He also gained fame for his record in the Guinness Book of Records, when he

30.10.2025, 15:33
Local news / Exclusive

Our People Abroad: A Girl from Jalal-Abad, Who Worked at a Five-Star Hotel in Turkey, Went to Meet a Friend and It Changed Her Life

The next heroine of the "Our People Abroad" column is Nargiza Alptekin, who was interviewed by a Turmush correspondent. Nargiza was born in the Jalal-Abad region, and when she was 2 years old, her family moved to Bishkek. After finishing school, she wanted to pursue a career as a pastry chef, as she had loved cooking and inventing new dishes since childhood. However, her parents were categorically against it, and she enrolled in the Academy of Tourism.

30.10.2025, 15:30
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Stable outlook. S&P Global Ratings assigned BAKAI a rating of "B/B"

- According to a recent report by S&P Global Ratings, BAKAI Bank has received credit ratings of "B/B" for both long-term and short-term perspectives, with a stable outlook established. This rating highlights BAKAI's strong position in the financial market of Kyrgyzstan, high capitalization levels, and good liquidity indicators.

30.10.2025, 15:30
In Bishkek, the dismantling of illegally installed advertising structures continues
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In Bishkek, the dismantling of illegally installed advertising structures continues

A raid conducted jointly with the akimats, the Municipal Inspection, and the Bishkek Department of Architecture and Urban Planning resulted in the demolition of numerous signs and billboards that were installed without the necessary permits and did not comply with the design code. In the Pervomaisky District, 7 protocols were drawn up under Article 107, Parts 3-4, of the Code of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Violations." As a result of the raid, 120 advertising structures were dismantled.

30.10.2025, 15:29
Trump rated the meeting with Xi Jinping as "12 out of 10" and announced a 10% reduction in import tariffs from China.
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Trump rated the meeting with Xi Jinping as "12 out of 10" and announced a 10% reduction in import tariffs from China.

Trump, aboard Air Force One after the meeting, announced that a statement with details of the negotiations would be published soon. He also emphasized that the U.S. and China had reached an annual trade agreement that would be regularly updated, adding that the signing of the deal is expected shortly, as only a few significant issues remain. Tariffs on imports from China will be reduced by 10%, which will lower the overall level from 57% to 47%, and tariffs on fentanyl will decrease from 20%

30.10.2025, 15:27
Former advisor to Tokayev killed during a fight in Astana
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Former advisor to Tokayev killed during a fight in Astana

In Astana, on the night of October 30, Yerzhan Babakumarov, who previously held high positions in the government, was found dead. Details of the incident became known thanks to the capital's police. According to preliminary information, Babakumarov spent the evening in the company of acquaintances, where a conflict arose between them, leading to a fight. As a result of the injuries sustained, he passed away.

30.10.2025, 15:27