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The working visit of Sadyr Japarov to Uzbekistan has concluded

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

16.11.2025, 21:33
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Tokaev proposed to create a unified tourist space in Central Asia

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

16.11.2025, 21:01
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Sadyr Japarov spoke at the Seventh Consultative Meeting of Central Asian Leaders in Tashkent

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

16.11.2025, 18:37
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The Central Election Commission prematurely terminated the powers of a number of local council deputies.

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

16.11.2025, 18:07
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The working visit of the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev to Russia will take place

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

16.11.2025, 18:07
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Following the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia, a number of documents were signed

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:

16.11.2025, 17:45
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Sadyr Japarov spoke at the Seventh Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Tashkent

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

16.11.2025, 17:41
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Presidents of five countries gathered in 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.

16.11.2025, 14:55
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The Foreign Ministry spoke about the current visa restrictions for Chinese citizens

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,

16.11.2025, 14:40
Presidents of five countries met in Tashkent
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Presidents of five countries met in Tashkent

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.

16.11.2025, 14:35
Saakashvili asked Zelensky to include him in the list of prisoners
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Saakashvili asked Zelensky to include him in the list of prisoners

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.

16.11.2025, 14:28
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Kulubaev participated in the meeting of the foreign ministers of Central Asian countries in Tashkent

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

16.11.2025, 14:17
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The Mayor of Osh instructed to restore electricity and water to establishments disconnected during the raid.

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

16.11.2025, 13:39
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Zhapаров called on Kyrgyzstanis to reconsider their attitude towards the upbringing, education, and health of children

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.

16.11.2025, 13:23
The media revealed the secret "opium" program of the CIA in Afghanistan
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The media revealed the secret "opium" program of the CIA in Afghanistan

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.

16.11.2025, 13:02
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Sadyr Japarov to Visit Tashkent

From November 15 to 16, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, will visit Tashkent at the invitation of his Uzbek counterpart, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The purpose of the visit is to participate in the VII Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia. According to information provided by Sagynbek Abdumutalip, who heads the foreign policy department of the presidential administration, this event will focus on discussing key issues related to regional cooperation.

14.11.2025, 21:06
Fighting Corruption: Zelensky Should Learn from Japarov
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Fighting Corruption: Zelensky Should Learn from Japarov

In his new interview, political scientist Konstantin Bondarenko commented on the recent publication of audio recordings attributed to the entourage of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and assessed the potential consequences this may have for the government in the country.

14.11.2025, 19:03
Negotiations on the construction of a medical town in the Kyrgyz Republic took place in France
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Negotiations on the construction of a medical town in the Kyrgyz Republic took place in France

A meeting took place in France between a delegation from the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, led by Erkin Checheybaev, and representatives of the Treasury Department of the Ministry of Finance of France. The main focus was on issues of cooperation in the field of medical infrastructure. The ministry's press service reported that the central point of the discussion was the project for the creation of a new medical complex in Kyrgyzstan.

14.11.2025, 17:47
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"Energy was pulled out of the swamp." Sadyr Japarov commented on Atambayev's post

President Sadyr Japarov commented in an interview with the state agency "Kabar" on a recent post by his predecessor Almazbek Atambayev regarding energy issues. Although Japarov has not read Atambayev's comment, he was informed of its essence and expressed the opinion that the country's energy system was driven to crisis under Atambayev, who ultimately "sank it into the swamp." "We are still getting out of this swamp. I hope that next year we will fully

14.11.2025, 17:43
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The authorities have determined the best ayil okmotu in the country (winners and prize amounts)

Today, November 14, a ceremony was held at the presidential administration to award the winners of the competition, which involved rural administrations from across the country. Congratulations to the winners were conveyed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, according to the press service of the government. In the competition, which had a prize fund of 12 million soms, rural administrations from mountainous and border areas, as well as other rural administrations, participated.

14.11.2025, 16:52
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Referendums to be appointed by presidential decree at his initiative, rather than by law

The Presidential Administration has proposed amendments to the Constitutional Law "On the Referendum of the Kyrgyz Republic." The draft is available for public discussion. The initiators of the amendments emphasize that the current law, adopted on October 31, 2016, was enacted before the new Constitution came into force and contains provisions that do not align with the updated model of state structure and the principles of popular sovereignty established by the Basic Law.

14.11.2025, 14:32
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"Will Affect More Than Just Cafes". Tashieva is Asked to Lift the Ban on Establishments Operating After 10 PM

Members of the "Horeca Club" association, representing the restaurant and hotel business in Kyrgyzstan, have sent an open letter to the Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, regarding the issue of electricity outages during nighttime for public establishments such as cafes and restaurants. According to the association's data, this sector plays an important role in the country's economy, being a significant taxpayer at both the national and

14.11.2025, 13:35
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The Head of the Jewelers Association Addressed the Country's Leadership

The President of the Jewelers Association of the EAEU, Antonina Babosyuk, addressed the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev. The main reason for her appeal is the criminal case against her husband, Vladimir Fenkov, related to a conflict with the company "Yuan-Kun." She also sent a letter to the Russian ambassador in Kyrgyzstan, Sergey Vakunov, as her husband is a citizen of the Russian Federation. In

14.11.2025, 13:33
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Suyunbeka Omurzakova Fined for Violating Election Campaign Rules

The Central Election Commission has decided to impose a fine on Suyunbek Omurzakov, who is running for deputy in district No. 10, for violating the norms of election campaigning. The press service of the CEC reported that during the analysis of photos and videos posted on Mahmud Abdubaliev's Facebook page, information about violations by Omurzakov was discovered.

14.11.2025, 12:16
How Kyrgyzstan Restructured Its Foreign Policy: Lessons from the Past and Japarov's Course
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How Kyrgyzstan Restructured Its Foreign Policy: Lessons from the Past and Japarov's Course

Since Almazbek Atambayev took office as President of Kyrgyzstan in 2011, the country required urgent measures to overcome the political instability that arose in the wake of revolutionary events. Foreign policy could have served as a tool for restoring trust both domestically and internationally; however, in practice, it became a stage for emotional decisions and sharp actions.

14.11.2025, 12:06
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Shavkat Mirziyoyev characterized Central Asia as a region that builds bridges, not walls

The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, emphasized that Central Asia has chosen a course of trust, cooperation, and constructive partnership. In his article on interaction in this region, he stated: "We are not building walls — we are building bridges." In his opinion, this concept symbolizes the countries' desire for rapprochement and joint development. Mirziyoyev highlighted that strengthening cooperation is not just a tactical solution, but a strategic direction that

14.11.2025, 08:49
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President Sadyr Japarov familiarized himself with the progress of construction of the central park in Talas

President Sadyr Japarov visited the Talas region on November 13, where he familiarized himself with the construction process of a new central park in the city of Talas. According to the president's press service, the head of state was presented with a sketch of the updated park, which will cover an area of almost 5 hectares. The project includes comfortable conditions for visitors, the installation of attractions, and landscaping of the area. Ermat Jumayev, the presidential representative

14.11.2025, 04:58
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Citizen fined for violating the conditions of informing voters and conducting election campaigning

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on November 13, during which violations in the area of informing voters and conducting election campaigning were discussed. Monitoring of social networks, carried out by the Working Group on Voter Information and Compliance with Campaign Rules, revealed that the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh from district No. 22, Bolot Ibragimov, violated established conditions. This was confirmed by photo and video materials published on the page of the user

14.11.2025, 04:31
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The competition among service dogs from various agencies took place in Bishkek (results and photos)

From November 10 to 12, a multi-disciplinary competition among service dogs was held in Bishkek, organized by the State Penitentiary Service under the government of the country. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The event featured dog handlers along with their charges from various services, such as the canine center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the State Penitentiary Service, the Department of Security and Convoying, as well as

13.11.2025, 19:39
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"Confiscation of Citizens' Property Without a Court Decision Will Not Happen." Clarification from the Prosecutor General's Office

The General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on the inaccurate information that has appeared on the internet. It was previously reported about plans to amend certain codes regarding the seizure of citizens' property without a court verdict. “Some internet resources and social networks have spread distorted interpretations of the draft law 'On Amendments to the Criminal Code, the Criminal Procedure Code, and the Civil Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.' We

13.11.2025, 18:37
Sadyr Japarov launched the construction of a children's entertainment center in Talas
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Sadyr Japarov launched the construction of a children's entertainment center in Talas

Today, November 13, during his working trip to the Talas region, Sadyr Japarov participated in the ceremony of laying the capsule for the construction of the children's entertainment center "Balastan." This was reported by the president's press service. Photo by the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo by the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the event, a video was presented, showcasing the design of the new center for

13.11.2025, 18:13
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The President transferred all parks and beaches on Issyk-Kul to the balance of the newly created directorate.

Today, November 13, a meeting took place in the presidential administration between Kanibek Tumanbaev and representatives of resorts, boarding houses, and sanatoriums. The agenda included questions about the future functioning of park and beach areas, as reported by the press service of the Presidential Affairs Department. Tumanbaev noted that in accordance with the president's decree, all park and beach territories are being transferred to the management of a new directorate. Previously,

13.11.2025, 17:44
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Districts No. 1–10: Candidates for Deputies and Their Family Connections with Officials

As the early parliamentary elections scheduled for November 30 approach, AKIpress has presented a detailed report on the candidates nominated in districts No. 1-10. There are 27 candidates on the list, however, two of them later withdrew from participation, and one did not have his registration confirmed by the Central Election Commission due to an ongoing criminal case related to drugs.

13.11.2025, 16:12
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Tashiev: Stop Holding Clan Councils

The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, urged the citizens of Kyrgyzstan to abandon the practice of division by clans [uru] and the holding of kurultai. In his opinion, such behavior is incorrect, and he insisted on its cessation. “We must remember our ancestors and relatives, but these issues should not be elevated to the level of state policy. Kurultai should not be held — this is unacceptable.

13.11.2025, 16:03
Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan Strikes at the Image of the Authorities?
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Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan Strikes at the Image of the Authorities?

In social networks, citizens are demanding the resignation of Energy Minister Talaybek Ibraev. Discontent was also expressed by the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, who criticized the Ministry of Energy's initiative urging the population to switch to the "Unlimited Tariff" for electricity through the Open Joint Stock Company "National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan".

13.11.2025, 15:02