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Legislation

A Turkish investor asks the president and the head of the State Committee for National Security to take action against the management of the construction company "D.K."

- At the press conference on November 3, Khalil Keles, an investor from Turkey, addressed Sadyr Japarov and Kamchybek Tashiev with a request to take action regarding the situation with LLC "D.K." The investor reported that on November 25, 2022, he signed a contract with "D.K." for the construction of a 15-story residential building at: 125 Profsoyuznaya Street. For this purpose, he brought special equipment and 30 construction workers from Turkey to Kyrgyzstan.

03.11.2025, 13:11
Legislation

The Prosecutor General's Office presented procedural guarantees for entrepreneurs and a new oversight mechanism

The head of the Department for Combating Corruption and Supervising Compliance with Laws in the Field of Economy and Public Administration of the General Prosecutor's Office, Mirlan Ashyrbaev, presented new measures regarding the initiation of cases against entrepreneurs at an event dedicated to "The New Architecture of Investment Policy: Partnership of the State, Business, and Investors," held in Bishkek on October 30, 2025. As part of the General Prosecutor's Office, a

31.10.2025, 10:30
Former advisor to the President of Kazakhstan killed in a fight
Incidents / Excursions

Former advisor to the President of Kazakhstan killed in a fight

Erzhan Babakumarov. Photo courtesy of the press service of the Prime Minister of Kazakhstan. According to Orda.kz, citing the Astana police, Erzhan Babakumarov, who was 56 years old, died as a result of a fight. Preliminary reports indicate that a conflict arose between him and his 36-year-old acquaintance, leading to a verbal altercation. During the confrontation, Babakumarov sustained injuries that turned out to be fatal. The police have already initiated a criminal case for murder.

31.10.2025, 10:22
Legislation

The Prosecutor General's Office launches a digital framework for business protection: a registry of cases, monitoring of inspections, and an application

The head of the Department for Combating Corruption and Monitoring Compliance with Legislation in the Field of Economics and Public Administration of the General Prosecutor's Office, Mirlan Ashyrbaev, presented a series of digital solutions aimed at improving transparency in the interaction between businesses and regulatory authorities in Bishkek on October 30, 2025. This took place at a forum dedicated to the new architecture of investment policy, where cooperation between the state,

31.10.2025, 10:02
Legislation

As of November 6, updated rules for collective management of intellectual property rights come into effect

- Resolution No. 678 dated October 17, 2025, regulates the minimum requirements for organizations engaged in collective management of property rights (OCUP), as well as establishes the procedure for monitoring their activities by the authorized state body in the field of intellectual property. The document also proposes simplifying paperwork by replacing mandatory notarization of copies with inter-agency electronic document flow.

31.10.2025, 09:06
Legislation

Sadyr Japarov signed a law on consumer credit aimed at protecting borrowers' rights and limiting debt burden

- President Sadyr Japarov has officially approved the Law "On Consumer Credit," which was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 25, 2025. The purpose of this legislative act is to ensure the protection of borrowers' rights and their legitimate interests, as well as to increase the transparency and comparability of lending conditions. The law is also aimed at preventing excessive debt burdens, avoiding unfair practices, and promoting a responsible approach to lending.

31.10.2025, 07:31
Legislation

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
Legislation

YouTube channel "Barsbek Batyrliev" conducts an illegal lottery despite previously taken measures, - Financial Oversight

- During the monitoring of the internet space, the Financial Supervisory Authority (Finansdor) discovered that lotteries are still being organized on various platforms and social networks without the necessary permits, as reported by the agency's press service. According to information provided by Finansdor, videos have been posted on the YouTube channel "БАРСБЕК БАТЫРАЛИЕВ" containing participation conditions and information about the prize fund, as well as collecting funds from

30.10.2025, 13:29
Legislation

The Financial Supervision Authority revoked the license of LLC "Data Group" for the operation of a virtual asset exchange operator.

- The Financial Supervisory Authority of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that the license of LLC "Data Group" for operating as a virtual asset exchange operator has been revoked. The press service of the Financial Supervisory Authority published the relevant statement. During the analysis of the results of the compliance with the directives issued to LLC "Data Group," as well as the review of the explanations provided by the company, the agency found that the violations of

30.10.2025, 12:37
Local news / Recreation centers

Call Center: Residents of Sokuluk Complain About Smoke from the Bitumen Plant

Local residents of the Sokuluk district, located in the Chui region, expressed their dissatisfaction with the operation of the bitumen plant. They contacted the Call center Kaktus.media with complaints about the constant emission of smoke. According to the citizens, the smoke from the plant does not stop for a minute, and some children have started to experience allergic reactions.

30.10.2025, 11:59
Apartments

The volume of Kyrgyzstan's internal e-commerce market will reach $525 million in 2025, - A. Kasymaliev

- According to statements by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, at the E-COMMERCE EXPO CENTRAL ASIA 2025 forum, the volume of e-commerce in Kyrgyzstan is projected to reach $525 million by 2025. This figure is 15% higher than last year's indicators, highlighting the importance of e-commerce as one of the leading factors for economic growth and digitalization in the country. As noted by Kasymaliev, the share of e-commerce in retail sales in Kyrgyzstan has reached

30.10.2025, 10:36
Legislation

The Ministry of Finance has completed the business support program ahead of schedule.

- The business support program, which was supposed to run until 2027, ended ahead of schedule due to significant interest from entrepreneurs and the complete expenditure of allocated funds. This was reported on October 29 by Bermet Musakozhoeva, the director of the credit line management department of the Ministry of Finance, during a radio broadcast. She noted that thanks to the active implementation of the program, all funds were spent faster than expected.

30.10.2025, 08:01
In the world / For tourists

"The Deadliest Operation." Over 120 people killed in Rio de Janeiro

In Brazil, an operation against drug gangs has concluded, becoming the deadliest in the country, as reported by Reuters. According to authorities, at least 121 people were killed during raids in Rio de Janeiro, including four police officers. Human rights defenders claim that the actual number of victims may reach 132. Long Preparation for the OperationAccording to police information, planning for the raid against the largest drug cartel in the state took more than two months. The operation

30.10.2025, 07:23
Apartments

By 2030, the goal is set to triple the contribution of small businesses, - AP

By 2030, Kyrgyzstan aims to triple the volume of gross added value created by small and medium-sized enterprises. This was announced on October 29 by Eldar Alisherov, head of the EEU Affairs Sector in the Presidential Administration, speaking at the International Scientific and Practical Conference dedicated to issues of accelerated economic growth in the country. Alisherov emphasized that the share of small and medium-sized businesses in the structure of gross domestic product is planned to be

29.10.2025, 17:26
Legislation

"We extract gold, but we must learn to produce products from it," - Professor R. Ak Nazarova

- The scientific and practical conference held today, October 29, 2025, served as a platform for the statements of Doctor of Economic Sciences Roza Aknazarova regarding the necessity of creating more favorable conditions for investors and reducing administrative barriers for business development. The professor noted that industrialization should be a priority task for the country.

29.10.2025, 14:08
Legislation

The National Bank is developing a mechanism for storing gold for citizens, - Deputy Head of the Regulator

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan announced the development of a new mechanism for providing citizens with gold storage services. The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, shared this information at a press conference held on October 29, 2025, in Bishkek. Kozubekov noted that the National Bank already has the necessary facilities and expanded capabilities for storing precious metals. “As the President and Chairman of the National Bank mentioned yesterday, we have suitable

29.10.2025, 13:18
Legislation

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
Legislation

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
Legislation

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
"Abdysh-Ata" lost to "Al-Shabab" and seriously complicated their path to the playoffs
Local news / Mountaineering

"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
Politics / Excursions

Former judge of the Ton district demanded the resignation of judges of the Bishkek city court

Gulzat Abdinasirova, who previously held the position of chairperson of the Ton District Court in the Issyk-Kul region, made a public statement regarding the decision of the Bishkek City Court in her case. She also addressed high-ranking officials, including President Sadyr Japarov, Chairman of the State Committee for National Security Kamchybek Tashiev, and Chairman of the Supreme Court Mederbek Satyyev. Recall that Abdinasirova was arrested on September 27, 2024, on suspicion of corruption.

29.10.2025, 07:59
Legislation

The Cabinet allowed "air" export of horses while maintaining the general ban on livestock export.

On October 15, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers signed Resolution No. 668, which updates the conditions of the temporary ban on the export of agricultural animals, including horses. This information was published in the newspaper "Erkin Too" on October 17, 2025. According to the updates, horses exported by air transport are no longer subject to the temporary ban. This change affects the Cabinet's resolution No. 506 dated August 20, 2025, which imposes a six-month ban on the export

28.10.2025, 08:57
Legislation

The Supreme Court clarified the procedure for resolving disputes in the field of shared housing construction

- The Plenary Session of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic on October 3, 2025, approved Resolution No. 26 aimed at creating uniform judicial practice regarding civil and economic cases related to shared participation contracts in the construction of multi-apartment residential complexes. This document summarizes important legal positions concerning the terms of conclusion, registration, and execution of contracts between developers and participants.

27.10.2025, 11:35
Ex-wife of Dmitry Bivol declared wanted
Incidents / Excursions

Ex-wife of Dmitry Bivol declared wanted

According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the capital, on October 21, 2025, Ekaterina Bivol, known for her public activities, made unacceptable statements that insulted the Kyrgyz people.

25.10.2025, 19:51
Mountaineering

At the "Ala-Archa" residence, the wedding of Sadyr Japarov's nephew is taking place.

On the evening of October 25, a wedding took place at the "Ala-Archa" residence for Danadil Japarov, the nephew of President Sadyr Japarov. This information was confirmed by several sources familiar with the situation in political circles, reports Kaktus.media. According to the data, high-profile officials, representatives of the political elite, businessmen, as well as relatives and friends of the newlyweds attended the event. Guests were prohibited from using mobile phones and other

25.10.2025, 19:47
In the world / Other types of tourism

Anonymous "friend" of Trump donated $130 million to the Pentagon for military salaries

According to Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell, these funds are to be used exclusively for paying salaries and benefits to military personnel. This decision contradicts standard practice, as military funding is typically based on budget appropriations approved by Congress, as reported by CNN. Questions have arisen in Congress and among experts regarding the identity of the donor and the reasons for such a significant donation. It is emphasized that the specified amount is insufficient to fully

25.10.2025, 12:21
"Cars Drive Through the Mountains". Complaint About the Condition of the Surroundings of the Resort "Jalal-Abad"
Recreation centers / Jalal-Abad Region

"Cars Drive Through the Mountains". Complaint About the Condition of the Surroundings of the Resort "Jalal-Abad"

In the Call Center Kaktus.media, photographs were sent showing large accumulations of plastic waste near the resort "Jalal-Abad". Reader's photo. Reader's photo. Reader's photo. Addressing the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic and local self-government bodies, the authors of the complaint noted that the resort area needs protection. Previously, there were barriers in place, which have now been removed, allowing

24.10.2025, 14:33
Excursions / Exclusive

Former mayor of the city of Kadamjay has received a new position

Tolkunzhan Metinovich Kambarov has been appointed as the acting head of the culture department of the Kadamjai district in the Batken region. Kambarov, who is currently 51 years old, has significant management experience, including the position of mayor of the city of Kadamjai, as well as the head of the Kadamjai district state administration and director of the Abdykadir Orozbekov Museum.

24.10.2025, 10:30
Three Degrees of Mountain Sickness. Part - 3
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Three Degrees of Mountain Sickness. Part - 3

Mild Degree A person complains of headache, nausea or vomiting, insomnia, dizziness. The symptoms are mild. To provide assistance, it is sufficient to temporarily stop ascending and give the person time to acclimatize. After 3-4 days, the symptoms disappear on their own and do not require additional treatment;

06.05.2024, 08:00
At what altitudes should one expect the development of mountain sickness. Part 2
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At what altitudes should one expect the development of mountain sickness. Part 2

At altitudes of 1500-2500 m above sea level, there may be slight functional changes in well-being, such as fatigue, increased heart rate, and a slight rise in blood pressure. After 1-2 days (depending on the athlete's training), these changes usually disappear. Blood oxygen saturation at this altitude is practically within normal limits. With a rapid ascent to altitudes of 2500-3500 m above sea level, symptoms of hypoxia develop very quickly and also depend on the athletes' training.

30.03.2024, 13:00
Hospitality Among the Kyrgyz
Kyrgyz cuisine / Culture / For tourists

Hospitality Among the Kyrgyz

Where there is a guest, there is joy and abundance. "It is a sin to leave a hospitable home without tasting the bread," say the Kyrgyz. Indeed, it is in customs that the soul of the people lives, in traditions lies their strength. Hospitality is a distinctive national trait of the Kyrgyz people. For the Kyrgyz, a guest is sacred. It was believed that with the arrival of a guest, the home fills with happiness (kut). In ancient times, the owner of the yurt had to feed the guest and his

24.02.2024, 17:07
Mountain Sickness in Hiking and Ascents. Part 1
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Mountain Sickness in Hiking and Ascents. Part 1

As soon as a person ascends into the mountains and overcomes a certain altitude barrier (usually from 2500 m above sea level), they encounter reduced atmospheric pressure and lower oxygen content. Upon entering such a hostile environment, the body begins to adapt to the changes. This process is accompanied by a deterioration in well-being and painful conditions. This is referred to as altitude sickness, and the period during which the body adapts to high altitudes is called acclimatization.

04.02.2024, 15:27
How to Choose an Insect Repellent?
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How to Choose an Insect Repellent?

Summer outdoor recreation can be spoiled for reasons beyond your control, and it’s not about the weather! It’s about insects that buzz annoyingly, bite, and ruin your mood. To protect yourself from them as much as possible, you need to prepare well for the encounter. Let’s find out how to choose the right insect repellent. Why do you need protection from insects?

30.03.2023, 20:15
Blisters on the Hike
Other

Blisters on the Hike

Any hiking trip in the mountains means that your legs will experience significant strain. Blisters on a hike are quite common; they seem to appear suddenly and later cause a lot of discomfort. Sometimes the size of such blisters can be quite impressive, and it's hard to look at them without tears… To avoid the occurrence of blisters on a hike and general discomfort, it is essential to carefully choose your footwear.

26.12.2022, 19:55
How to Clean Camping Gear?
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How to Clean Camping Gear?

If you haven't traveled to warm places, maybe you can at least go hiking? We’ll tell you how to clean your backpack, tent, and other camping gear. Suitcase Did you know that suitcases need to be cleaned and washed after every trip? You probably guessed it! And if you previously just didn’t have the time, now it’s essential to prepare your temporarily unused suitcases for future travels.

21.11.2022, 20:36
New Inventions for Hiking, Flights, and Other Travels. Part -2
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New Inventions for Hiking, Flights, and Other Travels. Part -2

Cap-Flashlight A baseball cap combined with a headlamp. It seems like nothing special – you could just attach a flashlight on top of the cap. But this hybrid feels somehow more elegant. Two LED flashlights are sewn under the visor, with a small switch nearby. There is also another version of the "light cap": a baseball cap with a solar panel. During the day, you wear it, charging the visor (which has a built-in panel), and at night, this visor glows. A fully charged cap can shine

06.10.2022, 18:25
New Inventions for Hiking, Flights, and Other Travels. Part - 1
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New Inventions for Hiking, Flights, and Other Travels. Part - 1

Neighbor Blocker Actually, not the neighbor, of course. Just their seat. The Knee Defender device was designed for airline passengers who do not want the person sitting in front of them to fully recline their seat back. This is usually done without warning, and if you are a tall person, your knees will suffer. The Knee Defender is a stopper that is installed on the legs of the folding table in such a way as to block the movement of the seat back. The closer the device is to the backrest, the

13.09.2022, 23:46
The Best Gadgets for Travelers. Part - 3
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The Best Gadgets for Travelers. Part - 3

Manual Espresso Maker If coffee and morning are synonymous for you, don’t give up on your pleasant habit just because you can’t find a good café in a new city. Take the Handpresso manual espresso machine with you. This capsule gadget is slightly larger than a glasses case and brews coffee like a pro barista. And the best part — it does this without electricity! Pour hot water into the device — for example, from a thermos, pump the handle, press the button — and it’s ready. Now, even in a tent

18.08.2022, 13:28