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How a Strong Woman Led Kyrgyz Cinema to Success
Local news

How a Strong Woman Led Kyrgyz Cinema to Success

The film "Kyrmanjan Datka" by Sadik Sher-Niyaz has been included in the program of the Montreal International Film Festival. DW spoke with the Kyrgyz director about this film and the development of cinema in Kyrgyzstan. The film "Kyrmanjan Datka," set during the period of the annexation of territories inhabited by Kyrgyz tribes to the Russian Empire, has been included in the program of the Montreal International Film Festival (August 21 - September 1). Director Sadik

12.08.2014, 14:18
In honor of Independence Day, the National Bank issued five types of collectible coins.
Events

In honor of Independence Day, the National Bank issued five types of collectible coins.

In honor of Independence Day, the National Bank issued five types of collectible coins. According to Alexey Faleev, head of the cash management department, silver and copper-nickel coins have been put into circulation. The coins feature "Barsbek – the kagan of the Kyrgyz," "The Tomb of Manas," and "The Owl," which is listed in the Red Book. A distinctive feature of the silver coin is its striking relief highlighting.

12.08.2014, 13:58
In Kyrgyzstan, the "Tulpar Karager" car was presented.
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, the "Tulpar Karager" car was presented.

A new car has appeared in Kyrgyzstan, designed from scratch by local craftsmen from the design studio "New Format." The main author of the car, named "Tulpar Karager," is Meder Koilubaev. The art director of the studio fulfilled a childhood dream. "I dreamed of such a car, and my team and I poured our hearts into our creation," he shared with "VB." The concept car "Tulpar Karager" was created based on a BMW. Under the hood is a 12-cylinder BMW

11.08.2014, 20:20
At the Exhibition of Contemporary Art, Kyrgyz People Were Presented in a New Light
Local news

At the Exhibition of Contemporary Art, Kyrgyz People Were Presented in a New Light

Recently, in the loft "Tsех," six artists working in different genres of contemporary art presented their new works. The audience was shown paintings by Evgeny Chervi Makshakov, a well-known tattoo master and graffiti artist in Bishkek, who had already held his first solo exhibition here in the spring, Taras Piz, "Battalion named after Semen Chuykov," the art group Doksa, and Kristina Glazunova.

01.08.2014, 15:08
The Ministry of Agriculture proposed to South Korea to import beans from Kyrgyzstan.
Economy

The Ministry of Agriculture proposed to South Korea to import beans from Kyrgyzstan.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Melioration proposed to South Korea to import beans from Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the ministry on July 30, 2014. Minister Talaybek Aidaraliev met with the director of the South Korean FIT Association, Kim Sok Dong, and businessmen. During the meeting, issues related to the export of agricultural products from Kyrgyzstan to South Korea were discussed, in particular, the businessmen showed interest in Kyrgyz beans. They reported that a

30.07.2014, 13:29
Ecology — A Category of National Security
Ecology

Ecology — A Category of National Security

A meeting of the permanent commission of the Inter-Parliamentary Assembly (IPA) of the CIS on agricultural policy, natural resources, and ecology was held on the shores of Issyk-Kul. It was chaired by its head, the chair of the Moldovan Parliament's Commission on Environment and Climate Change, Violeta Ivanov. Participants in the meeting included parliamentarians from the member states of the Commonwealth from the upper legislative bodies of Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan,

18.07.2014, 11:21
The audience of the World Nomad Games could reach 500 million people.
Sports

The audience of the World Nomad Games could reach 500 million people.

The audience of the World Nomad Games, which will take place in September at Issyk-Kul, may reach 500 million people. This was announced today at a press conference by the director of the tourism department and deputy minister of culture, information, and tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Chakiev.

18.07.2014, 11:00
Kyrgyzstanis will be able to apply for British visas online.
Tourism

Kyrgyzstanis will be able to apply for British visas online.

Kyrgyz citizens will be able to apply for British visas online on the website of the British Embassy in the Kyrgyz Republic (www.gov.uk), announced the regional representative of the UK Visa and Immigration Agency, Chris White, a representative of the General Consulate in Istanbul, during a meeting with journalists on Thursday.

18.07.2014, 09:15
French visas will start being issued in Bishkek.
Tourism

French visas will start being issued in Bishkek.

Representatives of the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the opening of a visa center in Bishkek in the near future, which will issue visas for citizens of Kyrgyzstan. Additionally, the issue of opening a diplomatic representation of the Kyrgyz Republic in France is being discussed. This was reported by the press service of the domestic Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Thursday.

17.07.2014, 19:05
In the At-Bashinsky District, the results of the best Kyrgyz carpets competition were summarized.
Local news

In the At-Bashinsky District, the results of the best Kyrgyz carpets competition were summarized.

The results of the competition for the best Kyrgyz carpet, held at the IV International Festival "Kyrgyz Shyrdagy" at the "Koshoy" stadium in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, have been summarized. According to the results of the competition, 3rd place was awarded to - Moorqan Orozbakova from the village of Acha-Kayind in the At-Bashinsky district, Dinara Imashova from the village of Kyzyl-Tuu in the Naryn region, Roza Sheyshenalieva from the village of

02.07.2014, 08:13
A. Atambaev's Speech at the Summit of the Cooperation Council of Turkic-Speaking States.
Tourism / Local news

A. Atambaev's Speech at the Summit of the Cooperation Council of Turkic-Speaking States.

The summit of the Cooperation Council of Turkic-speaking States was a demonstration of the unity of the community of related peoples, said A. Atambayev. The head of state noted that the significance of the summit is growing every year. “At the summit held in Bishkek, there were 3 presidents participating, at the summit in Gabala there were 4 presidents, and today there are already five. I am glad that the foundation of the Turkic-speaking States Council is strengthening every year. We have

22.06.2014, 18:04
Issyk-Kul Elder Discovers Ancient Stone Circles
Events

Issyk-Kul Elder Discovers Ancient Stone Circles

A resident of the village of Shor-Bulak in the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, Kazykan Toygozhoev, has discovered ancient stone circles. The 82-year-old pensioner organized a photo shoot of the circles made of large stones in the mountains near his native Shor-Bulak, as well as about 30 kilometers from it – in the vicinity of the high-altitude village of Tuur-Suu.

13.06.2014, 15:12
The Memorial-Historical Complex named after Kurmanjan Datka has been transferred to the Ministry of Culture, — Deputy J. Zholdosheva
Local news

The Memorial-Historical Complex named after Kurmanjan Datka has been transferred to the Ministry of Culture, — Deputy J. Zholdosheva

The memorial-historical complex named after Kurmanjan Datka, located near the city of Cholpon-Ata in the village of Ornok in the Issyk-Kul region on an area of 15.6 hectares, has been transferred to the balance of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic, announced on June 6 before representatives of Kyrgyz culture, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Zhyldyz Zholdosheva.

13.06.2014, 14:59
III Forum of Young Intellectuals "Youth of the CIS – Ecoculture and Tourism, Nature Protection, Innovations"
Local news / Ecology

III Forum of Young Intellectuals "Youth of the CIS – Ecoculture and Tourism, Nature Protection, Innovations"

As part of the projects approved by the Council for Humanitarian Cooperation of the CIS for 2014, implemented under the auspices and with the support of the Intergovernmental Fund for Humanitarian Cooperation of the CIS member states (IFG), the Ministry of Culture, Information and Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic is holding the III Forum of Young Intellectuals "Youth of the CIS – Ecoculture and Tourism, Nature Conservation, Innovations" from June 26 to 29, 2014, in Bishkek and

13.06.2014, 14:51
A Dangerous Virus Discovered in the Emirates
Local news

A Dangerous Virus Discovered in the Emirates

The Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Tourism of the Kyrgyz Republic warns citizens of Kyrgyzstan traveling to the United Arab Emirates and countries where cases of infection have been reported about the spread of the MERS virus and recommends obtaining necessary information on infection prevention from the relevant authorities in the Kyrgyz Republic.

13.06.2014, 14:45
Promotion of Good Governance for Achieving Social Justice
Education news

Promotion of Good Governance for Achieving Social Justice

As part of the project "Promotion of Good Governance for Achieving Social Justice," a training session was held on May 21, 2014, in the Onbirzhylgin AA of the Chui district of the Chui region, and on May 23, a training session took place in the Kara-Suu AA of the Jayil district of the Chui region. Participants of the training included employees of the Ayil Okmotu, members of the MIG, members of the IRGDU, and village activists. The goal of the training was to educate and familiarize

30.05.2014, 18:49
Maksat Chakiev: Representatives of the tourism business attracted 35 million soms to Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Maksat Chakiev: Representatives of the tourism business attracted 35 million soms to Kyrgyzstan

The head of the tourism department reported on the results of domestic entrepreneurs' participation in international fairs in the tourism sector. Domestic representatives of the tourism business participated in 4 international tourism fairs. This was reported by the head of the Tourism Department, Maksat Chakiev. The exhibitions took place in Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, and Almaty. According to the head of the department, domestic entrepreneurs in the tourism sector signed more

25.05.2014, 16:14
Kazakhstanis are waiting for summer at Issyk-Kul
Tourism

Kazakhstanis are waiting for summer at Issyk-Kul

The meeting with representatives of the tourism business of Kazakhstan in Almaty was successful. More than 30 entities from the tourism sector attended. Kazakh colleagues were interested in questions regarding border crossing points, the readiness of resort and sanatorium facilities, safety, permits for children when accompanied by third parties, patrol services of the traffic police, and others.

25.05.2014, 16:12