Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Trade in 2024: Imports Surge, Gold Exports Lead
The National Statistical Committee reports a significant increase in Kyrgyzstan's foreign trade, with gold exports and high import volumes driving the country's economic growth.
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Increased Money Transfers to Kyrgyzstan in 2024; Majority from Russia
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan reported a significant increase in money transfers to the country in the first quarter of 2024, with the majority coming from Russia.
in Economy / Kyrgyzstan,
Kazakhstan Ice Hockey Team Triumphs Over Poland in World Championship
The Kazakhstan national ice hockey team secured a victory against Poland in their final group stage match at the World Championship, securing their place in the top division.
in Sport / Kazakhstan,
Kazakhstan Ratifies WTO Protocol Allowing Pharmaceutical Export Under Compulsory License
President of Kazakhstan ratified the Protocol Amending the Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights, allowing the production of patented pharmaceuticals under compulsory licenses for export under certain conditions.
in Politics / Kazakhstan,
Strengthening Parliamentary Relations: Turkmenistan and Kyrgyzstan Meet for Cooperation Talks
Chairperson of Turkmenistan's Mejlis discusses deepening parliamentary cooperation with Kyrgyz Republic's Ambassador in Ashgabat.
in Politics / Turkmenistan,
Novak Djokovic's Surprise Entry in Geneva: Strategy to Maintain World No. 1
Kazakhstani player Shevchenko wins opening match at ATP-250 tournament in Geneva; Djokovic joins the competition for more match practice ahead of French Open.
in Sport / Kazakhstan,
Suspects Detained in Robbery Attack on Foreign Citizens in Bishkek Hostel
Suspects have been detained for a robbery attack on foreign citizens at a hostel in Bishkek, as reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs press service.
in Crime / Kyrgyzstan,
Emergency Dam Construction Underway After Zhayyk River Spill on Atyrau Highway
A spill from the Zhayyk River onto the Atyrau - Inder highway in the Atyrau region has prompted the construction of emergency protective dams and diversion efforts.
in Environment / Kazakhstan,
Pharmaceutical Companies in Kazakhstan Fined for Cartel Conspiracy by Competition Agency
Several pharmaceutical companies in Kazakhstan have been fined for participating in a cartel conspiracy in violation of antimonopoly legislation by pre-arranging and distributing lots among themselves.
in Corruption / Kazakhstan,
Japanese Company Nikken Sekkei Ltd to Develop Urban Master Plan in Bishkek
Japanese company Nikken Sekkei Ltd signed a cooperation agreement with Bishkek city hall to develop an urban master plan focusing on sustainability and innovation, marking the company's first project in Central Asia. Bishkek Mayor Aibek Junushaliev participated in the SusHi Tech Tokyo 2024 forum to exchange ideas on sustainable city development and promote international cooperation.
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