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Sadyr Japarov Held Talks with Donald Trump
Politics

Sadyr Japarov Held Talks with Donald Trump

Sadyr Japarov held talks with Donald Trump. Photo by the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. On November 6 in Washington, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, held meetings with Donald Trump as part of his working visit to the United States. This information was provided by the information policy department of the president's office. During the conversation, important issues concerning bilateral relations were discussed, as well as the possibilities of

07.11.2025, 07:09
Politics

The head of the cabinet visited the Bishkek CHPP to check on the heating season progress

Today, Adylbek Kasymaliev visited the state enterprise "Bishkek Heat and Power Plant" (TPP), where he familiarized himself with the progress of the heating season. The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers reported this. During the visit, he carefully examined the readiness level of the TPP for uninterrupted operation, focusing on fuel reserves. He was presented with information about the quantity and quality of coal, as well as plans for its further replenishment to ensure the

06.11.2025, 19:04
Politics

Six relocated families from the railway in Balıkçı received keys to their new homes

On November 6, during a working visit to the Issyk-Kul region, Kamchybek Tashiev handed over keys and documents for new apartments to six families. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. The city authorities had previously recognized the homes of these citizens as unsafe due to their proximity to the railway, which was the reason for their relocation to safer areas where new residential apartments were built for

06.11.2025, 18:34
Politics

Kamchybek Tashiev handed over utility vehicles worth 100 million soms to the utility workers of Balakchy.

On November 6, an official ceremony took place in Balykchy, where Kamchybek Tashiev handed over new equipment to the municipal services, reports the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). As part of the event, 36 units of specialized equipment were transferred, with a total value of 100 million soms, including garbage trucks, watering and washing machines, and street sweeping machines.

06.11.2025, 18:24
Politics

Military personnel want to be granted the right to participate in the state program "Menin üyum"

The State Committee for National Security has published for public discussion amendments to the decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Approval of the State Housing Program of the Kyrgyz Republic 'Menin üüm'", aimed at providing military personnel with the opportunity to participate in this program. Essence of the ProposalsIt is planned to amend the procedure for selecting participants in the "Menin üüm" program. The essence of the changes is that

06.11.2025, 18:21
Politics

The Cabinet introduced another measure for energy saving in Kyrgyzstan

The new initiatives of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic emphasize the importance of increasing energy efficiency and the rational use of electricity. At the same time, the measures will not affect key processes necessary for the functioning of strategically important facilities and organizations operating 24/7, including the defense, security, healthcare, and social protection sectors, as reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. The goal of these measures is to achieve

06.11.2025, 16:12
Politics

Candidate denied registration due to concealment of information about religious service

Today, November 6, the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan decided to deny registration to Mirlan Payazidinovich Nurbaev, a candidate for electoral district No. 5 for the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh. The reason for the denial is the concealment of information about his activities. As reported by the CEC, during the document verification process, it was established that Nurbaev had been actively engaged in religious activities for a long time, serving as the director of the religious

06.11.2025, 15:29
Education / Exclusive

The plaster is falling off, doors close poorly, the roof is leaking, there are gaps in the floor, and it's cold: The Ala school needs a major renovation.

In the village of Gagarin, which is part of the Ayil district of Jibek-Jolu in the Alay region of the Osh region, a budget of 4 million 976 thousand 567 soms is planned for the capital repair of the primary school named after Satara Kariyev. The funding application was submitted by the leadership of the Ayil Okmotu of Jibek-Jolu with the aim of attracting shared (stimulating) grants.

06.11.2025, 15:25
Politics

Humanitarian aid delivered from Kyrgyzstan to Syria - over 150 tons of food

Kyrgyz humanitarian aid has been successfully sent to Syria. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). At the direction of President Sadyr Japarov, the SCNS, in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic and with the support of Turkish authorities, organized the delivery of more than 150 tons of food products, including flour, rice, sugar, and vegetable oil.

06.11.2025, 12:52
Education / Exclusive

The detained individual presents different names. The police are asking for help in establishing his identity.

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Chui Region is asking the public for help in identifying the detained man. On January 19, a report was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Alamudun District from a resident of the village of Lugovoe. She reported that her acquaintance had sold 17 heads of livestock without her consent between January 7 and January 19.

06.11.2025, 12:40
Sadyr Japarov arrived in the USA on a working visit at the invitation of Donald Trump
Politics

Sadyr Japarov arrived in the USA on a working visit at the invitation of Donald Trump

During the visit, meetings are scheduled between the leaders of Kyrgyzstan and the United States, as well as Sadyr Japarov's participation in a session dedicated to the tenth anniversary of the "C5+1" forum. This dialogue space includes the Central Asian states and the United States. At the meeting, discussions will focus on important aspects of cooperation, security in the region, and economic development.

06.11.2025, 10:48
Kyrgyzstan Outlined Priorities in the Field of Ecology and Culture at the UNESCO Session
Politics

Kyrgyzstan Outlined Priorities in the Field of Ecology and Culture at the UNESCO Session

According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, at the current General Conference, for the first time in 40 years, the events are taking place outside the UNESCO headquarters in Paris. Delegations from 194 countries around the world are participating in the session. At the plenary session, the Permanent Representative of Kyrgyzstan to UNESCO, Sadık Sher-Niyaz, thanked Uzbekistan for the warm welcome and quality organization of the event. He noted that under the leadership of

06.11.2025, 10:35
Sadyr Japarov Arrived in Washington at the Invitation of Donald Trump
Politics

Sadyr Japarov Arrived in Washington at the Invitation of Donald Trump

Photo from the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. On November 5, President Sadyr Japarov arrived in the United States at the invitation of his American counterpart Donald Trump. This was reported in a press release from the information policy department of the President of Kyrgyzstan. The plane with Japarov landed at Andrews Air Force Base, where he was met by Paul Kapoor, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia, as well as other high-ranking

06.11.2025, 09:13
Politics

Early parliamentary elections. 100 polling stations opened abroad

At the meeting held on November 5, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums decided to open three additional polling stations for voting outside the country in the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. These stations are located in the Kazakh cities of Almaty, Taraz, and Shymkent.

05.11.2025, 21:26
Politics

The Central Election Commission denied Nurbayev registration as a candidate for the Majilis due to religious activities.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic announced its decision not to register Mirlan Payazidinovich Nurbaev, who submitted documents to participate in the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 5. This decision was made on November 5. Nurbaev submitted his application expressing his desire to participate in the elections on October 30. However, during the verification of his documents, conducted based on a report from the National Agency for Religious

05.11.2025, 21:19
Politics

The CEC registered 34 candidates for deputies of the Mazhilis.

The Central Election Commission made the decision to register 34 candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh on November 5. Among the registered candidates: - Malika Bagdatovna Ibraimova — district No. 20; - Samatbek Kulukeievich Ibraev — district No. 28; - Aibek Satybekovich Saipov — district No. 13; - Sulayman Turduevich Kayipov — district No. 12; - Zhanibek Zhenishbekovich Amatov — district No. 3; - Aida Orozalievna Uzakova — district No. 22; - Chyndykbek Seydakmatovich Saidimirov — district No. 2; -

05.11.2025, 21:11
Politics

Kyrgyzstan and Egypt signed a number of agreements following Sadyr Japarov's visit

During the official visit of Sadyr Japarov to the Arab Republic of Egypt on November 5, important bilateral agreements were signed aimed at strengthening relations between the countries. This information was disseminated by the president's press service. Among the signed agreements are documents in the fields of economic, agricultural, energy, and educational cooperation, as well as measures to simplify the visa regime for holders of diplomatic and service passports.

05.11.2025, 20:36
Politics

Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Egypt in Cairo

Today, November 5, during his official visit to Egypt, President Sadyr Japarov met with Hanafi Ali Jebali, the Speaker of the House of Representatives of Egypt. At the beginning of the meeting, Jebali shared the history of the Egyptian parliament, which has existed for over 150 years. Both sides discussed opportunities to strengthen inter-parliamentary ties and improve the legal framework for cooperation.

05.11.2025, 20:02
Politics

Sadyr Japarov Visited the Pyramids of Giza

As part of the cultural program of his visit to Egypt, President Sadyr Japarov visited the famous pyramids on the Giza plateau. He also toured the Grand Egyptian Museum in the capital of the country. During the tour, the head of state was informed about the significance of the pyramids as a symbol of ancient civilization and an important element of the world's cultural heritage.

05.11.2025, 19:36
Kyrgyzstan and the EAEU program intend to cooperate in the field of education and support for girls in STEM
Education / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan and the EAEU program intend to cooperate in the field of education and support for girls in STEM

At the Second World Summit on Social Development, taking place in Doha (Qatar), the Minister of Education of Kyrgyzstan, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, and the Deputy Minister of Digital Development, Lira Samykbaeva, held a meeting with representatives of the international educational initiative Education Above All (EAA). During the discussion, the parties explored opportunities for joint implementation of educational projects in Kyrgyzstan with the support of EAA. Representatives of the program

05.11.2025, 18:20
Politics / Exclusive

In the Ak-Tala District of Naryn Region, the preparation of polling stations has been completed

In the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, the preparation of 21 polling stations has been completed, as reported by the chairman of the territorial election commission, Belek Bayyshbekov. Currently, organizational and practical activities are actively being conducted as part of the preparation for the early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30 of this year. It is reminded that from October 10 to 30, a test voting took place, in which 856 voters participated.

05.11.2025, 17:42
Schoolchildren from Kyrgyzstan won bronze at the AI Olympics in Kazakhstan
Education / Exclusive

Schoolchildren from Kyrgyzstan won bronze at the AI Olympics in Kazakhstan

The second International Olympiad on Artificial Intelligence FAIO 2025 (Fizmat AI Olympiad) took place in Kazakhstan. At the final stage of the competition, 113 schoolchildren representing 47 teams from seven countries gathered: Kazakhstan, Russia, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Armenia, Tajikistan, and Cyprus, as reported by the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic.

05.11.2025, 17:31
Politics

Kamchybek Tashiev handed over medical equipment worth 35.1 million soms to the NCMD.

Today, November 5, in Bishkek, Kamchybek Tashiev visited the National Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood, which is subordinate to the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. During this visit, he handed over six sets of modern medical equipment, including an endoscopic ultrasound machine and several ultrasound devices. This information was provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. 35 million 100 thousand soms were

05.11.2025, 17:23
Politics

The heads of Kyrgyzstan and Egypt held negotiations in both one-on-one and expanded formats.

On November 5, as part of an official visit to Egypt, the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov held meetings with the President of Egypt Abdel Fattah al-Sisi. The negotiations took place first in a one-on-one format and then in a broader composition, according to information from the press service of the presidential administration. Both leaders expressed hope that this visit would mark a new stage in the development of Kyrgyz-Egyptian relations and significantly strengthen cooperation between

05.11.2025, 16:33
Incidents / Photo gallery / Video

"Demanded 350,000 soms." Lawyer detained on suspicion of extortion (photo, video)

In Osh, a lawyer suspected of extortion has been detained. This information was provided by the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). A.G. filed a complaint with the GKNB, requesting intervention in the actions of lawyer S.N.S. He was providing her with legal assistance, as she had been accused of several crimes related to fraud under the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

05.11.2025, 10:56
Politics

Officials are proposed to be banned from leading public prevention centers.

The State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government has presented a draft resolution concerning the approval of the Model Regulation on the Center for Public Prevention. The main task of this project is to bring the document in line with current legislation, as well as to improve the effectiveness of measures for the prevention of offenses at the level of local self-government. According to the explanatory note, the existing model charter, adopted in 2015, contains contradictions with

05.11.2025, 10:48
Politics

The Central Election Commission denied Kurvanbaev's registration as a candidate for deputy due to exceeding the time limit for staying abroad.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) decided on November 4 not to register Suyunbek Burkanidinovich Kurvanbaev as a candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh deputy from district No. 3. According to information provided by the CEC, Kurvanbaev does not meet the requirements established by the constitutional law "On the elections of the president and deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh." The Border Service of the State National Security Committee reported that the candidate has spent a significant

05.11.2025, 04:25
Politics

The Central Election Commission fined a citizen for violating the conditions of election campaigning.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on November 4, during which materials received from the Kara-Kulzhinsky District Department of Internal Affairs were reviewed. These materials concerned alleged violations in the election campaigning conducted by Zhetimishov Batyrbek Kamilovich. Based on the recommendations of the Working Group, which examined issues related to informing voters and the rules for conducting campaigning, a decision was made on November 3 regarding the necessity of

05.11.2025, 04:03
Politics

Candidate Saliev did not pass registration: The CEC established non-compliance with election law requirements

The Central Election Commission (CEC) on November 4 decided not to register Saliev Atambek Toktomatovich, who announced his candidacy for the elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 3. Saliev submitted his application expressing his intention to participate in the elections on October 20, 2025, and four days later, on October 24, he provided all the documents necessary for candidate registration.

05.11.2025, 04:02
Politics

The Central Election Commission registered the authorized representative of the candidate for the deputy of the Housing Council.

On November 4, the Central Election Commission held a meeting where they discussed the candidacy of Zarema Murzazhit Kyz for participation in the elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 5. As a result of the discussion, the following decision was made: - The registration of R.M. Temishov, who represented the candidate on financial matters, was canceled. He was replaced by J.U. Nasirov as the new authorized representative on financial matters.

05.11.2025, 04:02
Politics

Candidate Mukhtarov denied registration as a candidate for deputy of the Mazhilis due to a lifted criminal record.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) made a decision to refuse the registration of Nurbek Mukhtarov, who submitted his candidacy to participate in the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 27. This occurred on November 4. Nurbek Mukhtarov submitted his application to participate in the elections on October 14, and on October 30, he presented all the necessary documents for candidate registration.

05.11.2025, 03:22