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District No. 17. Who will run for the Jogorku Kenesh under which number

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums held a draw on November 8 to determine the order in which candidates for the position of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh will be presented on the ballot for all 30 constituencies. In constituency No. 17, 19 applications were submitted, of which 15 candidates were successfully registered. This constituency includes the following territories: Besh-Tash, Kara-Kol, Ken-Kol, Shumkar-Uya, and Chon-Alysh rural municipalities of the Talas region, as

09.11.2025, 21:21
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District No. 28. The order of candidates for deputies in the ballots has been determined

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums conducted a draw that determined the order of candidates on the ballot for the elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. This event took place on November 8 and covered all 30 electoral districts. In district No. 28, which includes the Jeti-Oguz and Ton districts, as well as the city of Karakol, 17 candidates have been registered out of 18 applications submitted. The number of voters in this district is 160,181 people. The geographical

09.11.2025, 21:16
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District No. 16. Order of candidates for the Housing Council in the ballot

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums held a draw on November 8 to establish the order of candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh on the ballots for all 30 districts. In district No. 16, 12 applications were submitted, of which 10 candidates were registered. The geographical boundaries of this district encompass the following areas: fully the Amanbaevsky, Kara-Buurinsky, Sheker and Cholponbai rural districts of the Aitmatov region, as well as the Kyrgyz, Semetey and

09.11.2025, 21:05
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District No. 13. How the positions of candidates for the Housing Council deputies were distributed on the ballot

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums conducted a draw to determine the order of candidates on the ballots for the elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh. This event took place on November 8 and covered all 30 districts of the country. In district No. 13, 14 candidates have registered their applications with the CEC. The important boundaries of this district include the city of Bazar-Korgon, where polling stations No. 2423, No. 2428, No. 2140, and No. 2141 are located, as

09.11.2025, 21:04
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District No. 23. The order of candidates for deputies in the ballot is known

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums held a draw on November 8 to determine the order of candidates on the ballot for the elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh across all 30 districts. In district No. 23, 14 candidates are registered, with 20 applications submitted for participation in the elections. This district covers the Pervomaisky district, where the number of voters is 131,968. The candidates will be presented on the ballot under the following numbers: 1 — Rinat

09.11.2025, 20:59
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District No. 24. Order of candidates for deputies in the ballot

On November 8, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums conducted a draw to determine the order of placement of candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh on the ballots across all 30 districts. In district No. 24, 16 applications were submitted, of which 14 candidates were registered.

09.11.2025, 20:58
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District No. 25. Who Will Run Under Which Number in the Parliamentary Elections

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums held a draw on November 8, determining the order in which candidates for deputy positions in the Jogorku Kenesh will be presented on the ballots across all 30 districts. In district No. 25, 17 candidates have been registered out of 20 submitted applications. The boundaries of this district include: the Tunguch microdistrict, the residential areas of Ruhiy Muras, Kara-Jygach, and MTU-406 in the October district of Bishkek, as well as the full

09.11.2025, 20:53
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Adylbek Kasymaliev inspected irrigation facilities and reservoirs in the Chui region.

During his visit to the Chui region, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev inspected key facilities of the irrigation system and reservoirs. This was reported by the government press service. Accompanied by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev, Kasymaliev conducted an inspection of the condition of key hydraulic structures.

09.11.2025, 20:48
President: There Will Be No More Coups
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President: There Will Be No More Coups

“The state has now become strong” Today, President Sadyr Japarov delivered an important message to the people of Kyrgyzstan, discussing key issues related to the energy sector, the timelines for repaying external debts, and plans to improve the condition of roads where thousands of people die each year.

09.11.2025, 18:43
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The Central Election Commission conducted a draw for the distribution of candidates' positions on the ballots.

On November 8, the Central Election Commission held a draw, during which the placement of candidates' names on the ballots for 30 multi-mandate districts was determined. This information was announced by representatives of the CEC. Additionally, at the event, free airtime was allocated on state television channels and radio stations, as well as space in print publications for placing campaign materials of the election participants.

09.11.2025, 17:55
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Sadyr Japarov: From now on, you will only see coups in your dreams

In his address to the public, Japarov noted that some individuals are intentionally inflating the existing problems in the country to provoke public discontent. The president clarified that this concerns people who were previously detained on corruption charges, as well as those who lost their incomes due to the dismantling of shadow schemes and transferred their property to the state through court decisions.

09.11.2025, 16:18
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"No Coups Will Happen". Sadyr Japarov Delivered a Major Address to the People of Kyrgyzstan

President Sadyr Japarov addressed the nation with a detailed message that, according to him, was prepared over the past few days, including 35 hours spent in flights. He highlighted three critical aspects causing public concern: The energy sector and tariffs. The national debt (external and internal). The issuance of driver's licenses and road safety. The editorial team of Kaktus.media presents the president's address in its original form and unchanged.

09.11.2025, 16:08
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Sadyr Japarov: In Kyrgyzstan, it will no longer be possible to buy a driver's license

President Sadyr Japarov spoke about the importance of reforming driver training, emphasizing the need for teaching schoolchildren how to drive and outlining the preparation timeline for adults. In his publication, the head of state noted that after the collapse of the Soviet Union, the system for obtaining driver's licenses significantly deteriorated, and many effectively purchase their licenses rather than passing exams. "The sad reality is that about 90% of drivers obtained their

09.11.2025, 15:54
Sadyr Japarov: Use Light Economically
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Sadyr Japarov: Use Light Economically

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov once again addressed the public with a call to carefully conserve electricity. On his social media page, he asked citizens to show patience over the next two and a half years.

09.11.2025, 15:36
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District No. 5. Candidate Numbers for Deputies in the Ballot

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums conducted a draw to establish the order of candidates for voting in the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh, which took place on November 8. This pertains to all 30 electoral districts. In district No. 5, 21 applications were submitted, and ultimately 14 candidates were registered. The geographical boundaries of this district encompass the village of Gulbaar in the Kerme-Tos rural district, as well as fully include the Dostuk, Dobo-Korgon, S.

09.11.2025, 15:25
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District No. 6. What number was assigned to the candidates for the Housing Council in the ballot

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums held a draw on November 8 to determine the order of candidates for the Jogorku Kenesh deputies on the ballots across all 30 districts. In district No. 6, 22 applications were submitted, and ultimately 14 candidates were registered. As for district No. 5, its boundaries include: Osh-MTU-1, Osh-MTU-4, Osh-MTU-5, Osh-MTU-6, precincts No. 5563 and No. 5564 in the village of Papank (this village previously belonged to the ATR), Osh-MTU-Japalak, as

09.11.2025, 14:57
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District No. 4. Order of candidates for deputies of the City Council in the ballot

On November 8, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums held a draw to determine the order of candidates on the ballot for the elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh across all 30 constituencies. In constituency No. 4, 12 applications were submitted, of which 11 candidates were registered. The geographical boundaries of this constituency encompass the city of Nookat in its entirety, as well as the following rural districts: Belsky, Jany-Nookatsky, Gulistansky, T. Zulpuyevsky,

09.11.2025, 14:31
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"From now on, you will only see coups in your dreams," - President Sadyr Japarov on those aggrieved by the authorities

President Sadyr Japarov shared his thoughts on social media about certain groups that, in his opinion, have ill intentions. He noted that these groups exaggerate problems related to electricity, external debt, and driver's licenses, inciting people and hoping that some crisis will erupt during the elections. “Who are these people? They are those who were previously detained in major corruption cases and, by court decision, transferred significant amounts or property to the state budget.

09.11.2025, 14:24
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Parliamentary Elections. The Order of Candidates on the Ballot in District No. 1 Has Been Determined

On November 8, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums conducted a draw to determine the order of candidates on the ballot for the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh across all 30 electoral districts. In the first district, which covers the Batken region, the distribution took place among 17 candidates. The boundaries of district No. 1 include the entire city of Suluktu, as well as the cities of Razzakov and eight rural areas of the Leilek district, such as Sumbulin, Ak-Suu, Leilek,

09.11.2025, 13:56
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District No. 2. The order of candidates for the Housing Council in the ballot has been determined.

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums held a draw on November 8, during which the candidate numbers for voting on the ballot in the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh were determined. The draw covered all 30 districts of the Kyrgyz Republic. In district No. 2, 15 applications were submitted, of which 14 candidates were registered to participate in the elections.

09.11.2025, 13:55
Daiyrbek Orunbekov: Sadyr Japarov Even Imprisoned a Close Relative for Illegal Actions
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Daiyrbek Orunbekov: Sadyr Japarov Even Imprisoned a Close Relative for Illegal Actions

The head of the president's information policy service commented on the arrest of a former supporter of the president Kudret Taychabarov, who previously supported the president, was arrested, which became a subject of comments from Daiyrbek Orunbekov, who heads the information policy service. He emphasized that President Japarov is ready to apply the law to everyone, even to close people.

09.11.2025, 10:02
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Patrol police officers are prohibited from participating in campaigning during the early elections to the local council.

A meeting was held at the capital's Patrol Police Department, where issues related to compliance with service discipline and political neutrality in the run-up to the early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic were discussed. The press service of the Patrol Police Department reported that patrol officers are strictly prohibited from

09.11.2025, 09:04
Felix Kulov: I proposed to place a US military base in the Batken region
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Felix Kulov: I proposed to place a US military base in the Batken region

Former Prime Minister reminded of the importance of "friendship with all" Felix Kulov, former Prime Minister, reminded in his social media about his proposal to place the American military airbase "Gansi" in the Batken region. This statement was made in light of President Sadyr Japarov's recent visit to the United States and his participation in the "C5+1" summit in Washington.

09.11.2025, 08:51
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Trump called the "C5+1" summit the beginning of "new wonderful relations" with Central Asia

In his message on the social network Truth Social, Trump noted that it was an honor for him to hold a summit with the presidents of five countries: Kassym-Jomart Tokayev from Kazakhstan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev from Uzbekistan, Emomali Rahmon from Tajikistan, Sadyr Japarov from Kyrgyzstan, and Serdar Berdymukhamedov from Turkmenistan. He also emphasized that previous U.S. administrations had paid "insufficient attention" to this strategically important region with its rich resources,

08.11.2025, 20:22
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Man Who Caused Drunken Ruckus in Tokmok Hospital Now Also Suspected of Interethnic Discord

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported a new charge against a man who previously caused a drunken scandal in one of the hospitals in Tokmok. The incident occurred on the night of November 2, around 00:30. Inspectors stopped a Toyota Ipsum vehicle driven by J.A., born in 1993, on the Tokmok - Koshoy highway. Since there were suspicions that the driver was inebriated, he was taken to a local medical facility for examination.

08.11.2025, 18:52
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Daiyrbek Orunbekov commented on the detention of Kudret Taychabarov

In his statement published on social media, Orunbekov reported that President Sadyr Japarov had called on his supporters back in 2020 to avoid illegal actions and not to use their support for selfish purposes. He noted: "The President said at that time: 'You supported me so that I would work honestly and strengthen legality. Now I am fulfilling this. And I ask you not to violate the law and not to harm the state for personal gain'."

08.11.2025, 17:36
In the Batken District, illegally privatized land plots have been returned to the state
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In the Batken District, illegally privatized land plots have been returned to the state

According to the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan, recent inspections revealed that 8.5 hectares of land in the Batken region were previously illegally privatized and partially sold off. During the inspection, it was found that in 1994-1995, agricultural plots were allocated to the farm "Bolot" both in the city of Batken and in the village of Kyshtut. However, the GKNB claims that the head of this farm then illegally registered these lands as private property. In

08.11.2025, 11:50
Zhanar Akaev Denies the Ban, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Sent a Request
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Zhanar Akaev Denies the Ban, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Sent a Request

Entry to Russia is closed for three deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh due to accusations of Russophobia and distortion of history The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has sent a request to verify information that three deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh have been declared "persona non grata" in the Russian Federation. This became known from a statement by the ministry.

08.11.2025, 11:40
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs detained Kudret Taychabarov

Currently, Taichabarov is in the investigative department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, where necessary investigative actions are being carried out. The investigation is ongoing. Previously, he expressed a desire to participate in the elections for the Jogorku Kenesh. Shortly after that, a photograph appeared on the internet showing him with Kamchy Kolbaev, who has been mentioned as the leader of an organized crime group.

08.11.2025, 10:54
"True friendship is not born from a single summit in Washington"
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"True friendship is not born from a single summit in Washington"

Political scientist Bakyt Baketaev began his commentary with an ancient Chinese proverb: "When great dragons and tigers begin to dance, the wise crane observes from above." He noted that the interest of the United States in Central Asia is natural, but it is important for the countries of the region not to lose their historical memory and sense of proportion.

08.11.2025, 10:31
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The working visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov to the USA has concluded.

According to the information from the president's press service, the visit took place on November 5-6. On the first day, the president arrived at Andrews Air Force Base, and the next day he held a meeting with James Risch, the chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, and other members of Congress. The main topics of discussion were political cooperation, as well as issues related to trade and investment. At the "C5+1" summit, Sadyr Japarov emphasized that this

08.11.2025, 09:35
Sergio Gor: "The Central Asia will receive the attention from the USA that it deserves"
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Sergio Gor: "The Central Asia will receive the attention from the USA that it deserves"

At a meeting held on November 5 in Washington, representatives from five Central Asian countries - Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan - discussed important issues of cooperation. This event was timed to coincide with the tenth anniversary of the "C5+1" format, which unites the USA and these states, and preceded the summit of presidents scheduled for November 6. U.S. Special Envoy Sergio Gor stated that the Trump administration intends to focus on Central

08.11.2025, 08:27
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The European Commission has banned the issuance of multiple Schengen visas to Russians. But there are exceptions.

On November 7, the European Commission announced the suspension of multiple-entry Schengen visas for Russians. According to the publication Politico, which cites its sources, EU authorities decided to tighten entry rules for Russian citizens in order to enhance security. Among the reasons cited were the use of migration by Russia as a tool, acts of sabotage on the territory of EU countries and in international waters of the Baltic Sea, as well as threats related to cyber and industrial

07.11.2025, 19:45
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Kyrgyzstan Elected to the Executive Council of UNESCO for 2025-2029

Today, November 7, during the 43rd session of the General Conference of UNESCO in Samarkand, a vote was held, resulting in Kyrgyzstan being elected to the Executive Board of this organization for the term from 2025 to 2029. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan reported this event. In addition to Kyrgyzstan, the board also includes Malaysia (167 votes), India (163 votes), China (162 votes), Thailand (161 votes), and Japan (159 votes), with Kyrgyzstan receiving 163

07.11.2025, 19:23
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In Kazakhstan, teachers, doctors, and social workers are being attracted to the regions with a 1% mortgage.

In Kazakhstan, the start of the application process for the "To the Village with a Diploma" program has been announced, which offers a mortgage with an interest rate of 1%. The source of information is Tengrinews. The program is available for specialists from various fields: education, medicine, social protection, the agro-industrial sector, culture, sports, as well as for civil servants working in the offices of rural district akims (excluding the akims themselves and their deputies).

07.11.2025, 19:17
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The mayor of Batken has been appointed

According to the decree of President Sadyr Japarov, Seytek Dolotbekovich Kulubaev has been appointed as the mayor of Batken. This decision was made based on Article 71 of the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic and Part 1 of Article 47 of the Law on Local State Administration and Local Self-Government Bodies. Seytek Kulubaev is 54 years old and holds two higher education degrees: in 1993, he graduated from the agricultural institute with a degree in "zootechnics," and in 1996, he

07.11.2025, 18:09
At the initiative of Kyrgyzstan, UNESCO established the Day of Nomadic Heritage
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At the initiative of Kyrgyzstan, UNESCO established the Day of Nomadic Heritage

In November, during the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference, a resolution was unanimously adopted proclaiming September 22 as the International Day of Nomadic Heritage. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. As noted in the statement, the initiative put forward by Kyrgyzstan was supported by many participating countries and aimed at recognizing the significant contribution of nomadic peoples to the development of world civilization,

07.11.2025, 17:39
In Kyrgyzstan, high-ranking officials have been imprisoned for corruption for the first time
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In Kyrgyzstan, high-ranking officials have been imprisoned for corruption for the first time

A significant event has occurred in Kyrgyzstan: for the first time, high-profile officials have been convicted of corruption crimes. The October District Court of Bishkek made this historic decision, sentencing former mayor of Tokmok, Nusuvaliyev, to 13 years in prison with confiscation of his property. Among those convicted were also the former head of the municipal property department, T.A., the former head of the state procurement department, I.G.Z., and the director of the contracting

07.11.2025, 14:09