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Mongolia's Team at the III Asian Youth Games in Manama
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Mongolia's Team at the III Asian Youth Games in Manama

At the III Asian Youth Games in Manama, Bahrain, 134 athletes from Mongolia are participating, representing the country in 20 different sports. The volleyball competitions started two days ago, and on the evening of October 20, the men's team of Mongolia played a match against Pakistan, which did not end in their favor. Teams representing Mongolia in disciplines such as 3×3 basketball, taekwondo, Muay Thai, boxing, and mixed martial arts will fly to Bahrain to participate in the

23.10.2025, 11:07
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Poachers Caught Red-Handed in the Ak-Suu Gorge

Inspectors faced threats from one of the poachers In the Ak-Suu gorge, located in the Moscow district, law enforcement officers detained a group of poachers. This was reported by the Ministry of Nature of Kyrgyzstan.

23.10.2025, 11:05
Seven Ejections and Tear Gas at the Match "Blooming" - "Bolivar"
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Seven Ejections and Tear Gas at the Match "Blooming" - "Bolivar"

The situation escalated at the end of the first half when a scuffle broke out between players, including "Blooming" goalkeeper Braulio Uraezana and Argentine winger Damian Battalani. As a result of this incident, a real brawl ensued on the field involving players from both teams. The police intervened to restore order on the field.

23.10.2025, 11:05
Peskov: Putin, like Trump, does not want to waste time in Budapest
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Peskov: Putin, like Trump, does not want to waste time in Budapest

Dmitry Peskov Russian President Vladimir Putin and his American counterpart Donald Trump are serious about the upcoming meetings and do not wish to waste time. This statement was made by Putin's press secretary, commenting on Trump's words that he does not plan to "waste time" at the meeting in Budapest. According to Dmitry Peskov, “Both presidents are used to effective work and high results. However, achieving effectiveness requires preliminary preparation.”

23.10.2025, 11:02
Ecology

Kyrgyzstan, together with partners, launches a project to support mountain regions

A recent meeting held by the special representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan for the implementation of the Decade of Action for the Development of Mountain Regions, Dinara Kemelova, with Oleg Guchgeldiev, a representative of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and Giorgio Grusso, program coordinator of the Mountain Partnership Secretariat in Rome, was an important step towards the realization of this project. According to the president's press service,

23.10.2025, 10:59
Felix Kulov commented on the UN's reaction to the reinstatement of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan
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Felix Kulov commented on the UN's reaction to the reinstatement of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan

“According to the Constitution, Kyrgyzstan independently conducts its foreign and domestic policy” Felix Kulov, who held the position of former Prime Minister and headed the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the National Security Service, expressed his opinion regarding the United Nations' reaction to the possible reinstatement of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan. Kulov shared his position on social media.

23.10.2025, 10:58
Theater or Gym? Expert Comments on the Cultural Divide in Bishkek
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Theater or Gym? Expert Comments on the Cultural Divide in Bishkek

Despite public discontent, audiences rarely attend performances A recent decision to hold Pilates classes at the Abdykalyk Maldybaev Opera and Ballet Theater has sparked dissatisfaction among some segments of Kyrgyz society. Citizens are actively discussing this topic on social media, which has caught the attention of the Ministry of Culture, which promised to investigate how fitness found its way into a cultural institution.

23.10.2025, 10:57
The Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources invited the company "Ontra" to send a group for negotiations.
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The Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources invited the company "Ontra" to send a group for negotiations.

At the meeting of the temporary parliamentary commission responsible for protecting Mongolia's interests regarding Oyu Tolgoi, information was heard from various parties. Gongoryn Damdinyam, a member of parliament and the minister of industry and mineral resources, heads the working group tasked with negotiating with investors. The group will address key issues and present results to the parliament to determine the state’s share in the shares of the company "Ontra," which holds

23.10.2025, 10:56
Prime Minister Orban: Preparations for the Trump-Putin Summit Continue
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Prime Minister Orban: Preparations for the Trump-Putin Summit Continue

Prime Minister of Hungary Viktor Orban On Wednesday, Viktor Orban announced the ongoing preparations for the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. “The Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto is in Washington. We are continuing preparations for the summit. The date has not yet been agreed upon. When the time comes, we will organize it,” Orban wrote on his Facebook account. Peter Szijjarto, the head of Hungary's foreign ministry, added that discussing the cancellation of the

23.10.2025, 10:55
North Korea conducted tests of hypersonic weapons on its territory
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North Korea conducted tests of hypersonic weapons on its territory

During the tests, two hypersonic vehicles were launched from the Ryokpho area in the capital Pyongyang and directed northeast. They "hit the target" on the plateau near Mount Kwasan in the Orang County, located in North Hamgyong Province, according to information from the agency. Pak Jong Chon, Secretary of the Central Committee of the Workers' Party of Korea, who was present at the launches, emphasized that the new weapon demonstrates the continuous improvement of the

23.10.2025, 10:51
Ecology

In the Ak-Su Gorge, poachers who shot a mountain goat were detained. Video

On the night of October 22, poachers who illegally shot a mountain goat were apprehended in the Ak-Suy Gorge of the Moscow District in the Chui Region. According to the hunting management under the Presidential Administration, the detainees threatened the gamekeepers with job loss. Workers from small hydroelectric power stations located in the area reported to the gamekeepers of the State Hunting Management and the Chui Regional Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources that poachers were

23.10.2025, 10:50
The Ambassador of Mongolia urged Japan's Niigata Prefecture to cooperate with the aimags of the Central Region.
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The Ambassador of Mongolia urged Japan's Niigata Prefecture to cooperate with the aimags of the Central Region.

The Ambassador Bayarsaihan emphasized the importance of a long-term development strategy for Mongolia until 2050 and highlighted the implementation of regional development policies. He focused on the Central region of Mongolia and expressed hope for cooperation between the Japanese region of Hokuriku-Shinetsu, which includes the prefectures of Niigata, Nagano, and Yamanashi, and the aimags of Central Mongolia, where active agricultural development is observed. The Second Secretary of the

23.10.2025, 10:50
Economy

Import of electric vehicles to Kyrgyzstan may be exempt from a 15% duty.

- In Kyrgyzstan, it is planned to exempt a limited number of electric vehicles from a 15% duty in 2026. This information was announced by the Department of Customs Tariff and Non-Tariff Regulation of the Eurasian Economic Commission. According to the State Customs Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, by the end of September 2023, the limit for duty-free import of electric vehicles, set for 2025 at 10,000 units, was fully exhausted. As a result, a duty of 15% of the customs value is now charged on

23.10.2025, 10:47
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Under the project "Development of Seed Production and Nurseries," subsidized loans totaling 2.85 million soms have been financed, - Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance has announced the launch of a project aimed at developing seed production and nurseries. In the department, it was noted that this project was approved by the Cabinet of Ministers' order No. 416-r dated May 26, 2025, and is called "Development of Seed Production and Nurseries in the Kyrgyz Republic."

23.10.2025, 10:45
Kyrgyzstan to Host the World Cup in Mountain Tourism
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Kyrgyzstan to Host the World Cup in Mountain Tourism

The competition, which will take place on the Kerme-Tuu rock massif near the city of Osh, will gather more than 50 athletes from various countries, including Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan. Participants will be provided with a special rock course to demonstrate their skills in mountain tourism and climbing.

23.10.2025, 10:45
Economy

In the Chui District, sugar beets were harvested from 600 hectares.

In 2025, the area allocated for sugar beet in the Chui region amounted to 1,559 hectares, as reported by representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture. Currently, harvesting work is actively continuing in the region. So far, beets have been harvested from 600 hectares of fields.

23.10.2025, 10:44
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In a year, flour production increased by 8%, totaling 182.3 thousand tons

- From January to August 2025, Kyrgyzstan recorded an increase in the production volumes of several food products. This information was presented in the official data from the National Statistical Committee. The production volume of flour increased by 8% compared to the same period in 2024, amounting to 182.3 thousand tons. There is also a 4.1% increase in the production of fresh bread, reaching a total of 58.4 thousand tons.

23.10.2025, 10:42
In Russian regions, an increase in fuel prices at small gas stations has been recorded. The Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation announced it is monitoring the situation.
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In Russian regions, an increase in fuel prices at small gas stations has been recorded. The Ministry of Energy of the Russian Federation announced it is monitoring the situation.

In certain regions of Russia, there is an increase in fuel prices at small gas stations that are not part of large networks, according to information from Rpravda.ru. The Ministry of Energy of Russia informed RBC that the price increase at such gas stations exceeds the inflation rate, while large companies adhere to a more restrained pricing policy focused on social responsibility.

23.10.2025, 10:42
Exclusive

In the village of Bel-Terek in the Bazar-Korgon district, work is underway on laying asphalt on a 3.5 km long road.

- In the village of Bel-Terek, which is part of the Arstanbap-Atyn rural administration of the Bazar-Korgon district, work is underway to asphalt a road with a length of 3.5 kilometers. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The work is being carried out by Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 50, which is part of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Tushtuk." Currently, more than 2 kilometers of asphalt have already been completed.

23.10.2025, 10:42
Economy

Investments in fixed assets of Kyrgyzstan increased by 18.8% over 9 months, totaling 206 billion soms

- According to the Ministry of Economy, in the first nine months of 2025, the volume of investments in fixed capital reached 206 billion soms, indicating an increase of 18.8% compared to the same period in 2024. The increase in investment volume was primarily made possible by the growth of domestic funding sources, which rose by 27.4%, while external sources showed a decline.

23.10.2025, 10:42
Exclusive

Oil and Natural Gas Production in Kyrgyzstan Decreased by an Average of 9%

- From January to August 2025, Kyrgyzstan registered a decrease in oil and natural gas production volumes. Data published by the National Statistical Committee confirms this trend. The volume of crude oil production for the first eight months amounted to 179.3 thousand tons, which corresponds to a decrease of 9.1% compared to the same period in 2024, when 197.2 thousand tons were produced.

23.10.2025, 10:42
Economy

The Ministry of Construction fined the construction company "Kyrgyz Kuroolush Dolboor" 200,000 soms.

- On October 22, a video was received by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, reporting a violation of safety regulations at a construction site located at the corner of Akhunbaev and Toktonaliev Streets in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction. The State Architectural and Construction Control Department of Bishkek compiled a protocol against LLC "Kyrgyz Kuroolush Dolboor" for violating the standards

23.10.2025, 10:41
Incidents

A 3-year-old child was hit near Asia Mall in Bishkek. He died.

In Bishkek, an accident occurred the day before, resulting in the death of a small child, reported the press service of the patrol police on October 22. According to the information, the traffic accident took place on October 20 at around 18:40 near the Asia Mall shopping center. The driver of a GMC ACADIA hit a three-year-old boy, born in 2020.

23.10.2025, 10:38
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In Naryn, work has been completed on 7.6 km of the road on Lenin Street

In Naryn, the asphalting of 7.6 kilometers of the central Lenin Street has been completed, reports the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to the ministry, the laying of the second layer of asphalt on the remaining sections is currently ongoing, and the workers continue their activities. In addition, the construction of sidewalks and the installation of curbs are continuing on the street, as well as the installation of lighting poles. Road markings are also

23.10.2025, 10:38
Baketaev to future deputies: Today is not the time for cosmic ideas
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Baketaev to future deputies: Today is not the time for cosmic ideas

For thirty years, Kyrgyzstan has been under a parliamentary system, and according to political scientist Bakyt Baketaev, the country has been lost among factions and commissions. Despite the value of this experience, "the economy remained stagnant, and reforms were not implemented," he noted in a conversation with the editorial team of VB.KG.

23.10.2025, 10:37
A drone exploded in western Kazakhstan, - media
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A drone exploded in western Kazakhstan, - media

According to witnesses, "the roofs of the houses in the village nearly blew off," indicating the power of the explosive charge from the drone that detonated. The publication notes that the crater formed confirms the significance of the explosion. Representatives of the local administration, emergency services, and law enforcement are working at the scene. The military prosecutor's office has already initiated a criminal investigation.

23.10.2025, 10:36
Ecology

In Bishkek, there are currently more than 500,000 personal vehicles, - the mayor of the capital

As of today, more than 500,000 personal vehicles are registered in Bishkek. This was reported on October 21 during a multilateral dialogue on combating air pollution from transportation in the country by the mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev. During the discussion, the mayor noted the absence of catalytic converters in some vehicles, which raises concerns about their impact on the ecological situation.

23.10.2025, 10:35