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Strengthening Control and Economic Growth. How the World Saw Kyrgyzstan in 2025
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Strengthening Control and Economic Growth. How the World Saw Kyrgyzstan in 2025

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan became a notable focus for international media, establishing itself as an important player in Central Asia. Foreign journalists covered many aspects of life in the country—from the political situation to economic successes and environmental initiatives. However, the image of the republic turned out to be contradictory: against the backdrop of rapid economic growth and diplomatic achievements, critical reviews emerged regarding political restrictions and the growing

05.01.2026, 12:30
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Donald Trump stated that the US may not limit itself to Venezuela. He listed a number of countries.

On January 4, Donald Trump made a loud statement, noting that the United States could take action not only against Venezuela but also against other countries. He mentioned Colombia and its president, and described Cuba as a "ready trap." Trump also confirmed his ambitions to acquire Greenland, as reported by The New York Times. It is worth noting that the night before, from January 2 to 3, explosions were heard in Caracas, the capital of Venezuela. The Venezuelan authorities accused

05.01.2026, 12:24
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The Central Election Commission has designated banks for opening special accounts for the electoral funds of candidates and parties participating in the repeat elections to the City Duma in District No. 13.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic (CEC KR) today, December 30, at its meeting, made a decision that OJSC "Eldik Bank" and OJSC "Aiyl Bank" will open special accounts for the electoral funds of candidates and political parties participating in the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in multi-mandate electoral district No. 13. In addition, the use of mobile applications of these banks for collecting voluntary donations for electoral funds is

05.01.2026, 11:59
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Trump: I don't believe that Ukraine struck Putin's residence

Donald Trump expressed the opinion that he does not believe Ukraine actually carried out an attack on the residence of the President of Russia. He emphasized that the attack in question did occur, but is not related to Ukrainian actions. “I don’t believe that it really took place,” Trump noted while speaking to reporters aboard a plane heading from Florida to Washington.

05.01.2026, 11:51
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The European Union made an official statement on the situation in Venezuela

On the evening of January 4, Kaja Kallas, representing the European Union, called for respect for the sovereignty of Venezuela and expressed support for a peaceful transition to democracy after the U.S. seized Nicolás Maduro. This was reported in an official statement published, as informed by DW. Kallas emphasized the importance of adhering to international law, pointing out the special role of the U.S. as a permanent member of the UN Security Council in this context.

05.01.2026, 11:49
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Media and online publication accreditation for the repeat elections of deputies to the City Duma in district No. 13 will close on January 11.

January 11, 2026, is the final deadline for submitting applications for accreditation of media and online publications wishing to participate in the election campaign for the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for constituency No. 13, scheduled for March 1, 2026. In accordance with the legislation, elections must be supported by information, which includes informing citizens, organizing election campaigning, and facilitating the free and informed expression of voters' will,

05.01.2026, 11:15
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Repeat Elections in District No. 13. Who Has Already Submitted Documents to Participate

The Central Election Commission of Kyrgyzstan has begun accepting applications from candidates wishing to participate in the repeat elections in district No. 13, which will take place on March 1, 2026. The first to submit documents was Akylbek Sovetbekovich Arstanbekov, who will run as an independent candidate. Currently, the list of candidates looks as follows:

05.01.2026, 10:38
Why the U.S. Supreme Court Will Be Forced to Release Nicolás Maduro?
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Why the U.S. Supreme Court Will Be Forced to Release Nicolás Maduro?

The trial against Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores in the United States has become a subject of active discussions among experts. The uncertainty in this case highlights that, despite pressure from official Washington, the American judicial system may face its own legal complexities.

05.01.2026, 10:02
Burial of Sovereignty Under the Mask of World Order
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Burial of Sovereignty Under the Mask of World Order

With the beginning of 2026, the world has entered a new, harsh phase of changes in international relations. Political scientist Timur Saralaev expressed on his social media page the opinion that those in Caracas, Tehran, or in the digital space who support a change of power with external assistance are, in fact, welcoming a rejection of their future. He referred to such people as "mankurts," pointing to their blind joy at external interference, which is a substitution of

05.01.2026, 10:01
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Initiatives for Amendments to the Law "On State Procurement" for the Procurement of Construction Works and Transport

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev presented amendments to the Law "On Public Procurement," which are currently under public discussion on the parliament's website. Content of the ProposalsThe proposed amendment to Article 12 of the law requires that procurement documentation includes mandatory conditions for ensuring the accessibility of goods, works, and services, as well as creating conditions for unobstructed access for people with disabilities to relevant

05.01.2026, 09:52
A Children's Ski School Opened in Ak-Bulak
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A Children's Ski School Opened in Ak-Bulak

The opening ceremony of the new sports institution took place in the village of Ak-Bulak, attended by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Edil Baisalov. He noted that this ski school will be an important step in creating a platform for teaching children and teenagers, as well as promoting a healthy lifestyle. According to Edil Baisalov, the establishment of ski schools should serve as a foundation not only for training future athletes but also for educating qualified instructors

05.01.2026, 09:40
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Sadyr Japarov: Transition to 12-Year Education is an Urgent Necessity

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, noted in an interview with the "Kabar" agency that the transition to a 12-year education system is an urgent necessity. His comments were made in response to discussions about the problem of a lack of schools, which has become one of the key topics at the People's Kurultai. Delegates raised the issue that some classes have 40-50 students and expressed a request to address this problem.

05.01.2026, 09:39
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The leader of the Venezuelan opposition declared himself the president of the country and addressed the army.

Edmundo Gonzalez, a representative of the Venezuelan opposition, has declared himself the president of the country and called on the armed forces to recognize him as the commander-in-chief. This information was published by NBC News. In the United States, Gonzalez is considered the true winner of the elections that took place in 2024, despite the fact that the National Electoral Council of Venezuela declared Nicolas Maduro the winner.

05.01.2026, 09:31
Trump Talks About Greenland Again and Threatens the New Authorities of Venezuela
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Trump Talks About Greenland Again and Threatens the New Authorities of Venezuela

In a recent interview with The Atlantic, Donald Trump reiterated the necessity of Greenland for the United States. He emphasized that this island holds significant strategic importance, being "surrounded by Russian and Chinese ships." Meanwhile, the White House published a photograph of Trump posing with members of the squad that kidnapped Nicolás Maduro.

05.01.2026, 08:56
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In 2026, it is planned to put into operation more than 20 thousand apartments through the GIK line.

In an interview with the "Kabar" agency, President Sadyr Japarov explained the details of the housing construction being carried out by the State Mortgage Company (GIK). He answered questions from the delegates of the kurultai, particularly migrants, who expressed concern about the high prices of apartments offered by GIK and the possibility of their reduction. According to him, GIK provides housing for a period of 25 years without the need for a down payment. “For example, in

05.01.2026, 08:22
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In 2025, the construction of 134 educational institutions was completed

Starting from the beginning of 2025, the republican budget has allowed for the completion of the construction of 134 educational institutions. This was announced by President Sadyr Japarov in an interview with the Kabar agency. As part of this project, 60 schools and 28 kindergartens were built, and major repairs were carried out in 41 educational institutions and 5 kindergartens.

05.01.2026, 08:11
The Supreme Court of Venezuela appointed Delcy Rodríguez as acting president of the country.
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The Supreme Court of Venezuela appointed Delcy Rodríguez as acting president of the country.

The Constitutional Chamber's decisions led the Supreme Court of Venezuela to appoint Delcy Rodriguez as the acting president of the country. This decision was made against the backdrop of foreign military aggression that occurred on January 3, 2026, as well as in connection with the abduction of the current president, Nicolás Maduro, as reported by Judge Tania D’Amelio on air. Photo Reuters. Delcy Rodriguez appointed acting president of Venezuela

05.01.2026, 08:01
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Kamchybek Tashiev makes a pilgrimage to Mecca - social media

Several high-profile representatives of the Kyrgyz government are currently in Saudi Arabia performing Umrah — a minor pilgrimage. Among the pilgrims are the Chairman of the State Tax Service Almambet Shykmamatov, the Chief of Staff of the President Kanibek Tumanbaev, as well as the head of the Information Policy Service of the President's Administration Daiyrbek Orunbekov and other officials. The news of their visit to the holy city became known through social media posts. The

04.01.2026, 19:40
Sergey Lavrov: We Will Not Allow Chaos in the CSTO
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Sergey Lavrov: We Will Not Allow Chaos in the CSTO

Priorities for the organization announced in Moscow The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia, Sergey Lavrov, stated that the country will not allow chaos to arise in the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO).

04.01.2026, 15:31
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Edil Baisalov commented to The Wall Street Journal on the decline of global jihadism

An article published on January 2 in the American publication The Wall Street Journal, titled Why Jihadism Is in Retreat, analyzes long-term changes in political Islam. The author, international observer Yaroslav Trofimov, argues that despite isolated acts of violence, global jihadism is losing ground. Edil Baisalov, Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, became one of the key experts whose opinion was included in the publication. He shared his experience analyzing the situation in Kyrgyzstan and

04.01.2026, 14:50
The Situation in Venezuela. The Global Community's Reaction to Nicolás Maduro's Seizure of Power
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The Situation in Venezuela. The Global Community's Reaction to Nicolás Maduro's Seizure of Power

Venezuela has become the center of global news attention following a military operation conducted by the United States, during which President Nicolás Maduro and his wife were captured. This article by 24.kg examines the reactions of leading world leaders and politicians to this incident. Photo Reuters. On the night of January 3, the U.S. carried out airstrikes on the capital of Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro

04.01.2026, 11:40
Operation of the USA in Venezuela: the world calls for de-escalation
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Operation of the USA in Venezuela: the world calls for de-escalation

As a result of the military operation conducted by the United States in Venezuela on January 3, the international community began to actively call for a de-escalation of tensions and adherence to international norms. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, who were brought to the United States to face charges of "narcoterrorism."

04.01.2026, 11:36
Protests in Iran Escalate. The U.S. Claims Possible Intervention
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Protests in Iran Escalate. The U.S. Claims Possible Intervention

Mass protests continue in Iran, triggered by rising prices and deteriorating living conditions. The demonstrations, which have spread across major cities and have been ongoing for a long time, demand the resignation of the country's supreme leader. Reports indicate at least six fatalities. US President Donald Trump, whose policy is aimed against the Iranian regime, stated that Washington may intervene if authorities begin to use violence against the protesters.

04.01.2026, 09:42
The Lamp Factory in Mailuu-Suu Will Transition to New Production Directions
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The Lamp Factory in Mailuu-Suu Will Transition to New Production Directions

Deputy Prime Minister Bakyt Torobaev announced the formation of a special working group aimed at restoring the operation of the Mailuu-Suu lamp factory. As part of this initiative, an analysis will be conducted to explore opportunities for diversifying production and opening new directions. Additionally, as noted by Torobaev, the factory workers will receive their full salaries until the end of January 2026, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. The

04.01.2026, 09:19
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The President of Colombia proposed to hold an emergency UN meeting on the situation in Venezuela

Gustavo Petro, the president of Colombia, called for an urgent meeting of the UN and the Organization of American States (OAS) in connection with the escalation of the situation in Venezuela. This information was posted on the official page of the head of state on one of the social networks. “Bombardments are currently taking place in Caracas. I urge the whole world to pay attention: Venezuela is under attack, the country is being hit by missile strikes. The OAS and the UN must convene

03.01.2026, 17:29
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The State Department urged U.S. citizens to leave Russia immediately.

The U.S. State Department has announced the introduction of a fourth level of travel threat to Russia and strongly recommended that its citizens refrain from traveling to the country. Americans currently in Russia are advised to "leave immediately." This recommendation is posted on the official website of the department. Among the reasons for Washington's concern are the ongoing military actions between Russia and Ukraine, the arbitrary enforcement of Russian laws, as well as the

03.01.2026, 17:18
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"Sometimes Harsh, but Necessary". How Entrepreneurs Assess the Year 2025

According to the analytical forecast of the Central Bank, it is expected that by the end of 2025, the economy of Kyrgyzstan will grow by more than 10%. Over the past three years, the real growth of the gross domestic product has remained at no less than 9% per year, as reported by Bloomberg. The main drivers of this growth have been the development of tourism, construction, increased domestic consumption, and re-export of goods from China. The economy is also influenced by geopolitical aspects

03.01.2026, 16:50
Tashiev called on the Chinese to study Kyrgyz in purest Russian language
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Tashiev called on the Chinese to study Kyrgyz in purest Russian language

At the end of 2025, during a meeting on road construction in the Issyk-Kul region, the Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, made a remark to representatives of the Chinese company China Road, which became a subject of active discussions. While discussing the Barskoon - Karakol route project, Tashiev noted that for almost 20 years of work in Kyrgyzstan, the contractor had shown no interest in learning the state language.

03.01.2026, 12:36
A Children's Ski School Opened in the Issyk-Kul Region
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A Children's Ski School Opened in the Issyk-Kul Region

Photo courtesy of the government press service In the village of Ak-Bulak, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, a ceremonial opening of a children's ski school took place, which will become an important center for the development of alpine skiing and support for young athletes. This was reported by the government press service. At the opening ceremony, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Edil Baisalov, was present, who noted the significance of this project

03.01.2026, 11:54
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Attack on Putin's Residence. Kyiv Blames Leaders of Central Asian Countries

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine is closely monitoring the response of Central Asian leaders to the recent report of an attack on the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The ministry has published a corresponding statement. In the statement, it is emphasized that "the reaction to Russian fakes is unacceptable for the Central Asian countries with which Ukraine intends to develop friendly and pragmatic relations based on mutual respect and benefit. Such responses

03.01.2026, 10:34
Turkey expands its influence in Central Asia and challenges Moscow
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Turkey expands its influence in Central Asia and challenges Moscow

According to BZ, Turkey is actively expanding its influence in Central Asia by implementing financial programs, signing defense agreements, and conducting joint military exercises with Turkic countries. However, the author of the article emphasizes that competing with Russia will not be easy.

03.01.2026, 09:38
In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to modernize geological science
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In Kyrgyzstan, plans are underway to modernize geological science

The priority of the state policy of Kyrgyzstan has become the development of science, innovation, and geological research. This decision was made as a result of a meeting of the Council on Science, Innovation, and New Technologies, chaired by the Prime Minister. According to the Prime Minister's office, the meeting was held under the leadership of Adylbek Kasymaliev, who noted that science and innovation play a key role in sustainable socio-economic progress, technological sovereignty,

03.01.2026, 09:03
Moscow has begun its chairmanship in the CSTO: Lavrov outlined the priorities
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Moscow has begun its chairmanship in the CSTO: Lavrov outlined the priorities

Photo from the internet. Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation Sergey Lavrov As of January 1, 2026, Moscow has assumed the role of chair in the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO). In this regard, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia, Sergey Lavrov, made a statement outlining the main areas of work during the chairmanship. Lavrov emphasized that Russia will act under the slogan "Collective Security in a Multipolar World: A Common Goal, Shared

02.01.2026, 19:56