Foreign companies in Kyrgyzstan paid 188.9 million som in value-added tax for electronic services in the first quarter of 2024, with Meta, iHerb, Google, Apple, and Amazon making notable contributions. The country had implemented a "Google tax" in 2022 for foreign organizations providing electronic services, resulting in a total tax revenue of 438.1 million som in 2023.
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The Committees of Jogorku Kenesh met to review the Prosecutor General's report on 7,922 inspections in 2023, resulting in the identification of 19,160 violations and disciplinary actions against 5,242 officials.
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A lawyer in Kant, Kyrgyzstan, revealed that government officials were involved in the assault of a police investigator, leading to severe injuries and attempted bribery to drop the case. The incident has sparked outrage and raised concerns about corruption and the legal system in the country.
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A high-ranking official expressed bewilderment over the closure of the Soros Foundation office in Kyrgyzstan, highlighting its significant contributions to the country's civil society and rule of law over the years.
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Deputy Abakirov expresses concern over government's proposal to introduce an extra non-tax levy on gasoline, highlighting the need to simplify the tax system to attract investors.
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Kyrgyzstan's youth judo team excels at Asia Cup in Tashkent with multiple medals in various categories. 🥋🏅
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Mayor Junushaliev announced the expansion of Ataturk Park by reclaiming 43 hectares of land for park use in coordination with the country's president, to restore the park's boundaries as established in a 1992 decree.
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Kyrgyzstan is ramping up efforts to combat cyber threats, with the GKNB emphasizing the importance of cybersecurity in the face of evolving challenges.
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Kyrgyz wrestler Akzhol Mahmudov wins silver at the Asian Wrestling Championship in Bishkek, broadcasted on KTRK Sport, after defeating competitors from Kazakhstan and Iran.
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The Eurasian Development Bank predicts that investment activity will drive Kyrgyzstan's GDP growth, reaching 8.8% in January-March 2024, driven by construction and energy sectors, as well as strong consumer demand.
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