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Politics

The Central Election Commission denied registration to the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh, Jalolidin Nurbaev.

The decision of the Central Election Commission (CEC) to deny Jalolidin Nurbaev registration was made on October 28. He submitted an application to participate in the elections scheduled for October 13, 2025, in multi-mandate constituency No. 5. The CEC working group found that Nurbaev does not meet the legal requirements for candidates. In particular, it was discovered that there is information regarding previous criminal cases against him, which were initiated and then terminated.

28.10.2025, 21:03
Politics

The CEC refused to register the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh, Shailoobek Atazov.

The refusal of registration was announced at a meeting of the working group of the Central Election Commission, where the requirements for candidates for parliamentary mandates were discussed. Atazov, who submitted an application to participate in the elections on October 17, 2025, did not meet numerous legal norms. According to information provided on October 23 by the Main Directorate for Crime Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, since 2024, Atazov had been on preventive

28.10.2025, 20:25
The Central Election Commission denied registration to the candidate for deputy Gulsara Karimova.
Politics

The Central Election Commission denied registration to the candidate for deputy Gulsara Karimova.

Gulsara Karimova, who submitted her application for registration on October 7, 2025, indicated in her declaration that she is not a religious figure. However, according to information from the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations, from 2022 to 2024, she held leadership positions in several religious organizations. In particular, Karimova was the head of the religious organization "Kelechek Umma" and the director of the educational center "Siddiq

28.10.2025, 20:14
Politics

The Central Election Commission denied registration to parliamentary candidate Bolotbek Duyshenaliev.

The decision on the inadmissibility of registering Duishenaliev, who announced his candidacy for the multi-mandate electoral district No. 14, was made on October 28. He submitted his application to participate in the elections on October 9, 2025. The working group of the Central Election Commission (CEC) found that Duishenaliev does not meet the requirements of the legislation. In particular, according to the data from the Main Department for Crime Investigation of the Ministry of Internal

28.10.2025, 20:10
Politics

Early elections of deputies. List of candidates who refused to participate

The Central Election Commission (CEC) continues to receive applications from citizens wishing to participate in the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, which will take place on November 30, 2025. As of October 27, the number of submitted applications has reached 516. Among those who declined to participate:

28.10.2025, 19:27
Politics

The CEC accredited 44 international observers for the early elections of deputies to the Mazhilis.

The Central Election Commission announced on October 28 that it has accredited 44 international observers to participate in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The elections are scheduled for November 30, 2025. As of October 28, a total of 515 individuals have already submitted their documents to the CEC to participate in the upcoming elections. The candidate nomination process will conclude on October 30. The parliamentary elections will be held under an updated system. The

28.10.2025, 19:25
Politics

District No. 3. Names of the 6 registered candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has begun the registration of citizens wishing to become candidates for the extraordinary elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The elections are scheduled for November 30, 2025. As of October 28, 23 applications have been submitted for district No. 3, of which 6 candidates have already been registered. The number of voters in the district is 136,040 people, covering the city of Kyzyl-Kiya and parts of the Nookat and Aravan districts.

28.10.2025, 18:05
Politics

The Return of the Death Penalty: Experts' and Lawyers' Opinions on Why It Is Not Needed in Kyrgyzstan

On October 27, a public discussion of draft laws concerning amendments to the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic and the repeal of the law regarding the abolition of the death penalty took place as part of a roundtable. This discussion became particularly relevant against the backdrop of the possible return of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan. The initiative to reinstate the death penalty arose after a high-profile crime occurred on September 27, 2025, when a suspect kidnapped and killed a

28.10.2025, 18:04
Politics

The CEC refused to register Jalolidin Nurbaev as a candidate due to old drug-related criminal cases

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums decided on October 28 not to register Nurbayev Jalolidin Payazidinovich as a candidate for the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh from district No. 5. The elections are scheduled for November 30 and will be conducted under a new system, in which three deputies will be elected from each district: two men and one woman, or two women and one man.

28.10.2025, 17:54
Politics

The CEC refused to register Karimov as a candidate due to religious activities

The Central Election Commission (CEC) rejected the registration of Gulsara Omorbekovna Karimova, who announced her candidacy in district No. 12. This decision was made at a recent meeting of the commission. According to the information from the CEC working group, the documents submitted by Karimova did not meet the legal requirements related to the elections. According to the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations, in 2022 she held the position of director of the

28.10.2025, 17:49
Politics

The deadlines for the agricultural census in Kyrgyzstan have been postponed.

According to information from the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers, the dates for the agricultural census in Kyrgyzstan have been changed and are now scheduled from March 20 to April 10, 2026. Previously, in accordance with the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 122, the census was planned for 2025.

28.10.2025, 17:23
Politics

Elections to the Jogorku Kenesh: How Many Women Are Running? Part II

Citizens wishing to participate in the upcoming early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh can submit their applications to the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums. These elections are scheduled for November 30. A total of 30 districts have been allocated, and the lists of candidates are being constantly updated. The deadline for candidate nominations is set for October 30.

28.10.2025, 16:52
Education / Exclusive

In the village of Petrovka, the "Golden Autumn" was celebrated for the first time in the new kindergarten.

In the village of Petrovka, located in the ayil aimak of Tört-Gül in the Moscow district of Chui region, the first "Golden Autumn" festival was held at the kindergarten, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The kindergarten "Aruuzat-Petrovka" was opened in December 2024. Local specialists and parents attended the celebration, which was the first in the history of this institution.

28.10.2025, 16:48
Politics

The Kyrgyz Republic ratified the agreement on a unified customs transit system of the EAEU and a third party.

President Sadyr Japarov approved the Law "On the Ratification of the Agreement on a Unified Customs Transit System of the Eurasian Economic Union and Third Party (Third Parties)," which was signed on December 26, 2024, in St. Petersburg. This law was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on September 24, 2025. This was reported by the press service of the president's administration. The agreement aims to simplify and optimize customs procedures, which will be achieved through:

28.10.2025, 15:57
"One Million Coders". Kyrgyzstanis can learn the basics of programming for free.
Education / Exclusive

"One Million Coders". Kyrgyzstanis can learn the basics of programming for free.

The launch of the "One Million Coders" program took place in Bishkek, initiated by Kyrgyzstan in collaboration with the United Arab Emirates. The goal of this program is to educate citizens in modern information technologies and to prepare a new generation of IT specialists, as reported by the High Technologies Park of the Kyrgyz Republic. The "One Million Coders" initiative is an international project aimed at teaching one million people the basics of programming, digital

28.10.2025, 15:15
Turkish media reacted to the criminal case against blogger Aziz Hakimov
Politics

Turkish media reacted to the criminal case against blogger Aziz Hakimov

A criminal case has been initiated against blogger Aziz Hakimov, known by the pseudonym Comrade Aziz, in Uzbekistan. He is accused of "war propaganda" and "inciting national, racial, or religious hatred." This situation has attracted the attention of international media, including Turkish publications. This is reported by dknews.kz.

28.10.2025, 15:13
Politics

A new building of the National Bank opened in Bishkek

Today, October 28, a ceremony was held in Bishkek to inaugurate the new building of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, attended by President Sadyr Japarov. The information service of the presidential administration reported on this event. In his speech, the president emphasized that modern financial technologies, such as online payments, digital banking services, and cryptocurrencies, have become an important part of our lives. He instructed the bank to intensify its efforts in the areas

28.10.2025, 14:45
Local news / Photo gallery / Video

The state returned lands in the Chuy region (photos, videos)

The press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the return of 226 hectares of land in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region. These plots were illegally removed from municipal ownership between 1992 and 1994 and were used by local residents. According to the agency, the return of this land to the State Fund for Agricultural Lands will create opportunities for increasing the areas cultivated by local farmers, which, in turn, will contribute to improving food

28.10.2025, 14:17
Politics

A document has been signed that will help prevent illegal shipments of hazardous materials.

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has signed the Law "On the Ratification of the Updated Protocol to the Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the International Atomic Energy Agency on the Application of Safeguards in Connection with the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons." The adoption of the Law took place on September 17, 2025, confirming its approval by the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic.

28.10.2025, 13:05
Women of Kyrgyzstan Demonstrate a Strong Position Without Gender Discounts
Politics

Women of Kyrgyzstan Demonstrate a Strong Position Without Gender Discounts

A conference was held in Bishkek dedicated to the results of the Global Women's Summit, which took place in Beijing on October 13-14. Participants discussed the significance of this international event and the initiatives proposed at the summit aimed at developing the women's movement in Kyrgyzstan. The conference, organized by the Congress of Women, became a platform for active exchange of opinions. It was attended by the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of China to

28.10.2025, 12:01
Incidents / Photo gallery / Video

The guy was brutally beaten, while the attackers were released (warning, photo, video)

Chyngyz S. from Kant contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media with a complaint about the inaction of law enforcement agencies. He reported that he was brutally beaten and sustained serious injuries. "They broke my jaw in three places, knocked out my teeth, and tore my lip, which required nine stitches," he said. According to him, one of the attackers was released, while the other two, as Chyngyz claims, are trying to evade criminal responsibility.

28.10.2025, 11:18
Politics

The court recognized Temirov Live, Kloop.kg, and "Ait ait dese" as extremist.

According to information provided by the Bishkek City Court, the decision was made on October 27, 2025, as a result of the full satisfaction of the application by the prosecutor's office of the Oktyabrsky district. According to the decision, the materials of the media projects Temirov Live, Kloop.kg (NGO "Kloop Media"), and "Ait ait dese," as well as the activities of individuals such as T. B. M. (Bolot Temirov) and T. R. R. (Rinat Tukhvatshin), are recognized as

28.10.2025, 10:37
Politics

The Central Election Commission decided to fine several individuals for violations of the rules for conducting election campaigning.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) discussed on October 27 violations of legislation concerning election campaigning during the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025. This issue was raised by a working group focused on informing voters and monitoring compliance with campaigning rules. According to the CEC press service, during the monitoring of social networks and information resources, the group identified publications that may indicate

27.10.2025, 22:26
Politics

Secretaries General of TurkPA and the CSTO discussed strengthening cooperation in Istanbul

The Secretary General of TurkPA, Ramil Hasan, held a meeting with Kubanychbek Omuraliev, the Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States, in Istanbul, at the headquarters of the Turkic Council Secretariat. According to information provided by TurkPA, Omuraliev congratulated Hasan on his new position and expressed wishes for success in his future activities. During the discussion, Hasan shared information about the work of the Parliamentary Assembly and emphasized the importance of

27.10.2025, 22:21
Politics

A New Training Center for the "Alpha" Special Forces Unit Opened in the Jalal-Abad Region

On October 27, President Sadyr Japarov opened a new training center for the special unit "Alpha" of the State Committee for National Security in the Jalal-Abad region. This was reported by the press service of the head of state. In his address, the president reminded that the specialized service dealing with counter-terrorism was established in Kyrgyzstan on October 27, 1992. Since then, "Alpha" has tirelessly fulfilled its tasks in ensuring national security.

27.10.2025, 21:51
Politics

Iskhak Masaliev announced that he will not participate in the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh

As the deputy himself reported in his social media post, he initially planned to participate in the elections but suffered a myocardial infarction on October 5, which changed his plans. Doctors performed the necessary procedures to restore his health. Masaliev noted: "This heart attack was a warning for me, and although I feel good now thanks to the doctors at the 'Bikard' clinic, I need to step back from active political life for a while."

27.10.2025, 21:40
President Sadyr Japarov inaugurated the "Kara-Kul" Hydroelectric Power Station worth $25 million
Politics / Karakol

President Sadyr Japarov inaugurated the "Kara-Kul" Hydroelectric Power Station worth $25 million

The hydroelectric power station is located in the lower reaches of the Kara-Suu River, where it connects with the Naryn River, in the city of Kara-Kul, and has two hydro units with a total capacity of 18 MW. The average annual energy production will be 104 million kWh, which will reduce the electricity deficit in the country by 2.5% and improve the reliability of energy supply for Kara-Kul and the Toktogul cascade of hydropower plants.

27.10.2025, 19:01
Politics

District No. 10. Names of the 5 registered candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has begun the process of registering citizens who wish to run in the extraordinary elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The election date is set for November 30, 2025. As of now, 19 applications have been received for constituency No. 10. As of October 27, the commission has registered 5 candidates. The number of voters in this constituency is 136,218, covering the Kara-Kulja and Uzgen districts.

27.10.2025, 18:52
Politics

Sadyr Japarov to Meet Donald Trump at the "Central Asia - USA" Summit

At the summit, which will take place in Washington, a meeting is expected between U.S. President Donald Trump and the heads of state of Central Asia, including Kyrgyzstan. Askhat Alagozov, the president's press secretary, stated that the invitation from Trump has been officially accepted. He also noted that this invitation has been gratefully accepted, and work is currently underway to prepare Sadyr Japarov's visit to the U.S.

27.10.2025, 18:34