Asel Omurakunova, a political scientist and PR specialist, analyzes in an interview for VB.KG how the transition to a majoritarian system, the introduction of new control mechanisms, and increased transparency are changing the conditions of political competition.
Kamchybek Dosmatov has been appointed to the position of First Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Welfare, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic, as reported by the press service of this institution.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has published clarifications regarding the procedure for entry and stay in the country for citizens of China.
In August 2025, the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention published Opinion 52/2025 regarding the detention of Mahabat Tajibek kyzy, director of Temirov Live. This was reported in a press release received by the editorial office. The document states that the journalist's arrest was arbitrary and violated seven articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, as well as six articles of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.
During the work of the group, it was established that the authorized representative of Ergeshov created a messenger group, in which he reported on the reconstruction of the children's playground and the installation of sewage in the village of Ala-Archa. These works were carried out at the initiative of the candidate, who previously held the position of a deputy of the BGK. The working group recommended imposing a fine of 7500 soms. The candidate's representative noted that the
Early parliamentary elections are scheduled for November 30. The country has defined 30 multi-member constituencies, and based on the voting results, three deputies will be elected to the Jogorku Kenesh from each constituency, who will receive the highest number of votes. The winners' trio must include representatives of both genders — at least one woman and two men or one woman and two men. The editorial team has prepared an overview of candidates who will participate in the elections in
The Deputy Director for Educational and Methodological Work of the IT Lyceum under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Lola Ogonbaeva, shared important information about the employment prospects for graduates during a broadcast on Birinchi Radio. She emphasized that modern youth have numerous opportunities for career advancement, especially in the field of information technology, where jobs are available both remotely and on-site. However, in the context of an oversaturated labor market,
On September 25, 2025, the Jogorku Kenesh adopted the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Mediation," which was later signed by President Sadyr Japarov. This information was disseminated by the press service of the President's administration. The purpose of the new Law is to implement mediation as a mandatory mechanism for pre-trial and extrajudicial dispute resolution in certain categories of civil and criminal cases. It is also aimed at developing a culture of peaceful conflict
Aysylbek Smanov, who worked for 16 years as the chief engineer of RUPOI, stated that the situation in the institution requires serious attention. "People who have lost their legs are forced to wait six months for their prosthetics, and when outdated designs are brought to them, it is not rehabilitation, but mockery," he asserts. According to him, these words are not an emotional outburst but are based on years of experience. Over the past two years, Smanov has sent numerous appeals
On November 27, a session of the CSTO will take place in Bishkek, during which a declaration of the Collective Security Council of this organization is expected to be adopted. The document will assess the international situation and propose ways to strengthen peace and stability in the region. The Secretary General of the CSTO, Imangali Tasmagambetov, has already made relevant statements. Russian President Vladimir Putin will also participate in these events. He announced this himself during a
In the Jalal-Abad region, in the village of Soviet, a solemn ceremony was held to open school No. 60 named after Bakaz Abdrashev. The educational institution is designed for 150 students. The celebration was attended by regional leaders, Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Urmatbek Shamyrkanov, as well as local authorities and residents.
At the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University named after B. Sydykov, the final stage of the photo exhibition-competition dedicated to the 225th anniversary of Alymbek Datka took place. The initiator of the competition was the mayor of the city of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev.
"I am deeply concerned about the obvious attempts to create anti-Chinese sentiments in our society," wrote Edil Baisalov in his social media post. According to him, there are "information leaks that turn isolated incidents into a general, unfounded discontent towards China."
In his address published on social platforms, Atambayev touched upon issues related to the energy crisis in the country. He reminded Japarov that he has been in power for five years and what the people's expectations are from his leadership. “Sadyr, you have been the de facto ruler of our country since your appointment. At first, many believed in your promises, hoping for freedom of speech, independent media, fair elections, and protection of human rights. But people have already had a
Futsal player from Kyrgyzstan Shokhrukh Makhamadinov once again scored in the Belarusian championship. In the 9th round of the Higher League, which took place on November 16, the team "Stolitsa" faced "FSK-Butikavto" and achieved a convincing victory with an impressive score of 7:0.
In the capital of Belarus, Minsk, the sixth meeting of the Commission of Child Rights Commissioners representing the CIS member states took place, as reported by the press service of Bishkek.
In Kyrgyzstan, affordable housing programs are actively being developed, aimed at a new social group – doctors, teachers, civil servants, young specialists, and large families.
On November 27, a CSTO summit will be held in Bishkek, which is one of the main events for the organization. The agenda includes discussions on regional security issues and coordination of law enforcement agencies. New strategies for combating terrorist and extremist threats will also be considered. The CSTO Secretariat emphasizes that the meeting participants intend to discuss a wide range of international and regional security issues, as well as summarize the work done over the past year.
During the podcast, Gorin noted that a jubilee summit of the C5+1 format recently took place in Washington, where all the presidents of Central Asia gathered for the first time. Umarov emphasized that this event was a real breakthrough, as the region's leaders previously did not have the opportunity for direct meetings with the American president.
Recently, a meeting organized by the Embassy of India took place in Bishkek, gathering participants and alumni of the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) program. Kyrgyzstan is one of the partners of ITEC, under which the Indian government provides grants for training foreign specialists in the country's educational institutions.
During a phone conversation, the presidents of Russia and Belarus, Vladimir Putin and Alexander Lukashenko, agreed on two important events: a meeting at the CSTO summit in Bishkek and a traditional meeting in St. Petersburg at the end of 2025. This was reported by TASS, citing the Kremlin press service.
In Kara-Balta, school classes are held under a dripping roof: "We spread out rags and put buckets" This school, built in 1986 and designed for 768 students, is now overcrowded — 913 children are studying here. The technical condition of the building raises serious concerns.
Samad Zhekshenalievich Ismanov, who holds the position of First Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Chui Region, has decided to resign from this position. According to information obtained from Turmush, his resignation letter was submitted last week. Currently, there is no confirmation of the signing of the corresponding order by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.
The president's visit, which took place on November 15-16, was an important step in strengthening bilateral relations. During the meeting with Shavkat Mirziyoyev, issues regarding the improvement of political dialogue, the development of trade and economic ties, and the implementation of joint initiatives were discussed, as well as the expansion of cultural and humanitarian cooperation. The parties emphasized the need to enhance trust and good-neighborly relations between Kyrgyzstan and
During his working visit to Uzbekistan, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, spoke at the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, held in Tashkent. This was reported by the president's press service.
At the VII Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, held in Tashkent, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev emphasized the importance of enhancing cooperation in the field of tourism. He initiated the creation of a unified tourist space, which could promote a common brand for the region, reports Akorda. Tokayev noted that Central Asia has significant potential for developing joint tourist routes and popularizing the heritage of the Great Silk Road. He also highlighted
The president's speech took place at a meeting of state leaders in Tashkent At the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, voiced initiatives for deepening economic integration in the region.
On November 16, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, spoke at the Seventh Consultative Meeting, which includes the presidents of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. At the beginning of his speech, he expressed gratitude to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev for the warm welcome and congratulated Uzbekistan on the successful hosting of the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Assembly in Samarkand. Japarov emphasized the importance of Azerbaijan joining the format of
Today, November 16, the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic made a number of decisions regarding local councils. Amendments concerning the powers of deputies from the Leilek, Toktogul, Osh, Nookat, and Kara-Balta districts were approved, related to the early termination of their powers and the transfer of vacant mandates to the next candidates. In particular, the powers of Javlonbek Abdiqaimovich Yakubjonov, a deputy of the Razakov City Council of the Leilek district from the
On November 17-18 of this year, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Head of the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, will travel to Moscow, Russian Federation, on a working visit. During his trip, he will participate in the 24th meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization member states. The agenda of the meeting includes discussions on issues related to trade and economic cooperation, financial
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, participated in the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, on November 16. During his working visit, he discussed important issues of cooperation between the regions. According to information provided by the president's press service, several key documents were signed as a result of the meeting:
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, participated on November 16 in the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, which took place in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. This important event was also attended by the presidents of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, Turkmenistan Serdar Berdymukhamedov, and Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. In his speech at the meeting, President Japarov expressed gratitude to Shavkat
“No one enters uncontrollably” In the Chui region, there was an incident involving Chinese citizens that caused public discontent. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jeenbek Kulubaev, commented on the situation in an interview with KNAI "Kabar".
At the meeting, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, was present, who, along with other leaders from the region, signed a number of important documents. Among the approved agreements:
Today, November 16, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, is participating in the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, taking place at the congress hall in the city of Tashkent.
During his visit to Uzbekistan, President Sadyr Japarov visited the Center for Islamic Civilization in Tashkent, where unique exhibits were presented, including manuscripts and artifacts that showcase the rich spiritual and scientific heritage of Central Asia. As part of the event, the Secretary General of TURKSOY, People's Writer of Kyrgyzstan Sultan Raev, was awarded in the "Literature" category.
Important aspects of Kyrgyz-Uzbek partnership discussed Recently, a meeting took place between President Sadyr Japarov and the head of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has clarified the current visa regime for citizens of China. The agency emphasized that entry and stay in the territory of Kyrgyzstan is only possible with a valid visa issued by the relevant authorities of the country. Furthermore, the Ministry noted the importance of adhering to the timelines specified in the visa or other permit documents. These requirements are defined by the Regulation on the Procedure for the Stay of Foreign Citizens,
The new airport will be capable of servicing medium and large class aircraft Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee, visited the construction site of the Jalal-Abad International Airport located in the Suzak district. This became known thanks to information provided by the Region channel.
Visit to the Center for Islamic Civilization In the capital of Uzbekistan, a meeting was held between the leaders of five countries: Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
The former president of Georgia is in prison Mikheil Saakashvili, the former president of Georgia, who is currently serving a sentence in prison, has appealed to Volodymyr Zelensky, the president of Ukraine, asking to include him in the list of civilian prisoners of war. He published this message on his Facebook page.
At the meeting, key issues regarding the preparation for the seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia were discussed. The foreign ministers reviewed drafts of the final documents and the summit agenda, as well as outlined steps to strengthen political interaction, address current regional issues, and identify new priorities for joint efforts aimed at sustainable development in the region. As a result of the meeting, the participants confirmed their commitment to the
When Almazbek Atambayev became the president of Kyrgyzstan in 2011, the country urgently needed stability after revolutionary upheavals. It was important to restore trust both within the country and beyond its borders. However, the foreign policy of that time turned into a field of emotional fluctuations and spontaneous decisions, which did not contribute to stability.
At a meeting with entrepreneurs, Mayor Toktorbaev joked that business owners had the opportunity to "rest for at least one day." Recall that on the morning of November 13, Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), called on cafes and restaurants to cease operations after 10:00 PM, adding that in case of violations, they could be disconnected from electricity. Local authorities quickly responded to this call, leading to large-scale inspections of
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov addressed the mayors of Bishkek and Osh with criticism regarding inspections conducted in restaurants and nightclubs. He expressed his opinion on his social media page.
In his address, the president emphasized that these aspects should become the main priorities for every citizen of Kyrgyzstan. During the ceremony for the opening of social facilities at the state residence "Ala-Archa," he noted that the future of the country depends on children, and it is the upbringing in families, support for educational institutions, and respect for the work of teachers that shape patriotic and educated citizens.
In a recent publication by "The Washington Post," details of an operation conducted by the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) in Afghanistan over two decades have been revealed. The essence of the program was to disperse modified poppy seeds to weaken the production of heroin funded by the Taliban*, which controlled a significant portion of the world's supply of this drug.
A bill has been submitted to the State Duma of the Russian Federation, according to which doctors are required to notify the Ministry of Internal Affairs about migrants who do not have medical insurance, as reported on the website of the newspaper "Absolutely Secret".
