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Sadyr Japarov and Jamila Dzhamanbaeva Discussed the Activities of the Ombudsman Institute of the Kyrgyz Republic

On December 10, the anniversary of the adoption of the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948, Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jamilya Jamambaeva. This information was published by the press service of the president's administration. The president congratulated the ombudsman institution on Human Rights Day and emphasized the importance of the work of human rights defenders in protecting the rights and freedoms of citizens. He also touched

10.12.2025, 16:37
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The Central Election Commission approved the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.

The resolution on the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30, 2025, has been approved by the Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the CEC. According to the resolution: The elections were recognized as having taken place in 30 multi-mandate constituencies, with 87 candidates elected in 29 constituencies; The voting results in constituency No. 13 were annulled due to violations of electoral

10.12.2025, 16:35
Kyrgyzstan has submitted its candidacy for the UN Security Council
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Kyrgyzstan has submitted its candidacy for the UN Security Council

As part of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), a special briefing was held to discuss the nomination of the Kyrgyz Republic as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the years 2027–2028. According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, the permanent representative of Kyrgyzstan to the SCO, Rahman Adanov, informed colleagues from other member states and secretariat staff about a joint appeal signed by the heads of Central Asian

10.12.2025, 16:12
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Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova appealed to the court regarding the mandate of a member of the Jogorku Kenesh.

On December 10, Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova, a candidate in the elections for the Jogorku Kenesh from district No. 8, filed a lawsuit in the Administrative Court of Bishkek requesting the annulment of the Central Election Commission's decision number 190, made on December 8, 2025. This decision invalidated the voting results at polling stations No. 5514 and 5249, which altered the overall election results in the district. The court hearing is scheduled for 08:30 on December 11. After its

10.12.2025, 15:42
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The head of the cabinet will go on a working visit to Russia

From December 11 to 12, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, will make a working trip to Moscow, according to information provided by the government press service. As part of his visit, he will participate in a meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council and will also speak at an international conference dedicated to issues of scientific and technological cooperation.

10.12.2025, 12:48
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Azamat Dzhaparov Appointed Director of the State Enterprise "Kyzmat"

Azamat Dzhaparov now heads the state institution "Kyzmat," which is subordinate to the Presidential Administration of Kyrgyzstan. This information has been confirmed by the institution itself, as reported by Kaktus.media. Dzhaparov has extensive experience, starting from 2013 when he worked at the state enterprise "Infokom." This institution was transformed in 2024 into the state institution "Kyzmat" along with the Department of Population Registration of the

10.12.2025, 12:32
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In Kyrgyzstan, it was proposed to raise the requirements for the charter capital of banks

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented a draft resolution for public discussion, proposing to raise the requirements for the minimum charter capital for commercial banks. The full text of the document is available on the regulator's website. What exactly is being proposed?According to the proposal, for new commercial banks (including branches of foreign banks), the minimum amount of charter capital will be at least 5 billion soms.

10.12.2025, 11:55
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Tashiev reported that his kudaghy is in the GKNB detention center.

The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, in an interview he gave to "Region-TV" on December 9, spoke about his mother-in-law, the mother of his older brother, who is in the detention center of the State National Security Committee. According to Tashiev, she is suspected of committing a number of crimes between 2022 and 2023. He also noted that relatives, including his brother and nephew, have approached him

10.12.2025, 01:49
Kamchybek Tashiev: Money Was Brought in Boxes
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Kamchybek Tashiev: Money Was Brought in Boxes

Chairman of the GKNB shared his opinion on the fight against corruption in the country In an interview with the "Region" TV channel, Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the GKNB, admitted that many did not believe in the sincerity of the fight against corruption in Kyrgyzstan.

09.12.2025, 21:03
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Kyrgyzstan Recognized as the Best Foreign Destination by Russian Traveler

Kyrgyzstan has been awarded the title of the best foreign tourist destination at the Russian Traveler Awards, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. On December 8, Ambassador Kubanychbek Bokontayev represented the country at the award ceremony, which highlighted outstanding tourism opportunities. This award is considered one of the most prestigious in the Russian tourism sector.

09.12.2025, 20:13
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The CEC approved the results of the elections for district No. 8. Zhyldyzkan Zholdoshova is not among the deputies.

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan has confirmed the results of the early elections in electoral district No. 8. The winners are the following candidates: Akaev Janarbek Kubanychovich – 13,856 votes (9.73%); Primov Ulan Berdibaevich – 11,009 votes (7.74%); Torobekova Nurjamal Tursunalievna – 3,145 votes (2.21%); Earlier, Zhyldyzkan Joldoshova, who held the leading position for the women's quota, reported pressure and lobbying regarding Torobekova.

09.12.2025, 18:02
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Supreme Court sessions will be available to watch online. But not all of them.

A pilot project aimed at open video broadcasting of court hearings has been initiated in the Kyrgyz Republic. This information was provided by the press service of the country's Supreme Court. Recordings of the hearings will be available for viewing on the official YouTube channel of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan "Жогорку сот Верховный суд" (Supreme Court). However, not all hearings will be broadcast. The recording of court proceedings will be carried out in accordance with

09.12.2025, 15:41
Tyuleyev confused the Bakiev era with the Tashiev era
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Tyuleyev confused the Bakiev era with the Tashiev era

In May of this year, Nariman Tyuleev, a well-known businessman and former mayor of Bishkek, initiated a large-scale project in the city center, which he once led. "We will create an underground historical city," he commented at the time. "This will be a unique facility reflecting the culture and ancient history of the Kyrgyz people."

09.12.2025, 13:18
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The candidate's trusted representative Esenamanova reported violations on her part.

Today, December 9, the trusted representative of candidate Cholpon Esenamanova for district No. 17, Taalaybek Azylov, voiced accusations against the headquarters of his own candidate. He claims that during the elections, there were organized schemes for bribing voters, which may have involved members of her team. According to Azylov, the facts of bribery and financing of campaign activities not from the electoral fund have been confirmed by members of the headquarters, who provided relevant

09.12.2025, 12:52
Starting January 1, money from the sale of window tinting and special license plates will no longer go to the budget.
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Starting January 1, money from the sale of window tinting and special license plates will no longer go to the budget.

The funds will be accumulated in a special account According to the decree of President Sadyr Japarov, the income from the sale of tinting and unique license plates will no longer be transferred to the republican budget. Instead, starting from January 1, 2026, and until the end of the year, the funds will be accumulated in a special account of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, which is managed by the presidential administration.

09.12.2025, 12:47
In Aktobe, a memorial complex was opened in honor of the miners from the war era
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In Aktobe, a memorial complex was opened in honor of the miners from the war era

The first element of the complex — a memorial arch and an obelisk with the names of war participants — was opened on May 9. The second obelisk, which lists the names of Ak-Tyuz residents who worked in local lead mines during the 1930s-50s, was ceremoniously unveiled on December 6. The ceremony was attended by local residents, descendants of the workers, as well as prominent representatives of the settlement. Albert Zulkharniev, head of the Rossotrudnichestvo representative office in

09.12.2025, 11:21
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 19: Aliyev, Egemberdiyev, and Taigaraeva become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) reviewed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for constituency No. 19 at a meeting held on December 8 and made the corresponding decision. According to this decision, the elections for deputies in constituency No. 19 were recognized as valid, and the protocol on the election results was approved. As a result of the elections, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh became:

08.12.2025, 21:58
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 4: Rustambek uulu, Zhaanbaev, and Alimjanova become deputies of the ЖК.

On December 8, the Central Election Commission held a meeting to discuss the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for constituency No. 4, making the corresponding decision. As a result of the meeting, it was established that the early elections in this constituency took place, and the protocol with the voting results was approved.

08.12.2025, 21:51
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The Central Election Commission approved the election results for district No. 25: Shabazov, Tentishev, and Seitkazieva become deputies of the local council.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in constituency No. 25 at a meeting held on December 8. As a result, a resolution was adopted that recognized the elections as valid and approved the protocol with the voting results. According to the election results, the following candidates were elected as deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for constituency No. 25:

08.12.2025, 21:51
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 9: Jalilov, Tolonov, and Egenberdieva become deputies of the local council.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on December 8, during which it discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 9 and made the corresponding decision. The resolution adopted at the meeting confirmed the election results in district No. 9, which were recognized as valid. The protocol with the election results was also approved.

08.12.2025, 21:46
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 7: Kozuev, Kubanychbekov, and Mashrapova become deputies of the local council.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on December 8, during which the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 7 were discussed. As a result, a corresponding resolution was adopted. According to this resolution, the elections for deputies in district No. 7 are recognized as having taken place, and the protocol documenting the voting results has been approved. Following the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh, the following candidates were elected:

08.12.2025, 21:41
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 8: Akayev, Primov, and Torobekova become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on December 8, during which it reviewed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 8 and approved the corresponding resolution. As a result of these elections, the protocol was recognized as valid, confirming that the elections took place. The deputies of the Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic elected based on the voting results are as follows: - Janarbek Akayev — 13,856 votes - Ulan Primov — 11,009 votes

08.12.2025, 21:39
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 23: Surabaldiyeva, Mamataliyev, and Kydyraliyev become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic held a meeting today, December 8, during which the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 23 were discussed. As a result of this meeting, a corresponding resolution was adopted. According to the document, the elections for deputies in district No. 23 were recognized as valid, and the protocol with the results was approved. Among the elected deputies were:

08.12.2025, 21:37
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The Deputy Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan held a phone conversation with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania

On December 8, 2025, a telephone dialogue took place between Meder Abakirov, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and Audra Plepytė, her Lithuanian counterpart. According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both sides expressed interest in organizing political consultations between their foreign policy institutions.

08.12.2025, 21:26
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 6: Kudaiberdiev, Ergeshov, and Amanova become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on December 8, during which it discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in constituency No. 6 and made the corresponding decision. According to the voting results, the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in constituency No. 6 were deemed valid, and the protocol with the voting results was approved.

08.12.2025, 21:15
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The Central Election Commission approved the election results for district No. 21: the deputies of the local council are Kongantiev, Abirov, and Sadyrbaeva.

The Central Election Commission discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 21 at a meeting on December 8 and made the corresponding decision. According to this decision, the elections for deputies in the specified district were recognized as valid, and the protocol with the voting results was approved. Among the elected deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 21 were: - Kuanychbek Kongantiev, who received 13,379 votes; - Zhanibek

08.12.2025, 20:44
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 18: Khanzheza, Chomoev, and Satieva become deputies of the local council.

On December 8, the Central Election Commission held a meeting to discuss the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 18 and approved the corresponding resolution. According to the adopted document, the election results for district No. 18 were recognized as valid, and the protocol reflecting the voting results was approved.

08.12.2025, 20:24
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Sadyr Japarov visited the renovated building of the National Television and Radio Corporation after major reconstruction

The president's visit took place on December 8, when Sadyr Japarov inspected the renovated building of the National Television and Radio Corporation (NTRC) after its major overhaul. The reconstruction affected both the administrative building located at 57 Young Guard Avenue and the studio and technical complex, which had long been in poor condition due to a lack of funding. Considering the importance of the NTRC as the main state broadcaster, the president allocated 307 million soms for

08.12.2025, 20:11
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Kyrgyzstan asked Lithuania to inform about possible restrictions for cargo carriers

On December 8, a telephone conversation took place between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Meder Abakirov, and his Lithuanian counterpart, Audra Plepite. During the conversation, issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed, as well as conditions regarding the crossing of the Lithuanian border by Kyrgyz freight carriers. The Kyrgyz side emphasized the need to strengthen dialogue and interaction between the foreign policy agencies of the two countries. Both sides

08.12.2025, 19:07
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Candidates in District No. 19 insist on canceling the voting results

Today, December 8, at a press conference, candidates Nurgul Useinova and Niyazbek Kulambaev voiced their grievances regarding the election results in district No. 19. They accused the organizers of violating the electoral process, using administrative resources, pressuring employees of local enterprises, and bribing voters. According to the candidates, their complaints to the Central Election Commission (CEC) and the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) went unnoticed, and the CEC

08.12.2025, 17:54
The EMPs meeting will take place on December 11 in Moscow.
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The EMPs meeting will take place on December 11 in Moscow.

On December 11, a meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council (EIC) will take place in Moscow, the capital of the Russian Federation. According to the information policy service of the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, this information was provided at a meeting of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC).

08.12.2025, 17:42
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The EEC Council approved the draft agreement on electronic trade in goods within the EAEU

The meeting, in which the First Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev participated, was held in a video conference format. The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that the draft agreement on electronic trade in goods within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) was approved at the meeting. The purpose of this agreement is to create unified and transparent rules for electronic trade in the internal market of the Union. It will facilitate

08.12.2025, 17:07