Thief-in-Law's Relatives Suspected of Kidnapping in Kyrgyzstan, Investigation Underway
Relatives of the thief-in-law Kamchi Kolbayev are suspected of kidnapping a person as part of exerting pressure on government officials for their own interests.
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Crisis in Kyrgyzstan: Foreign Student Protests Threaten Tourism Industry
Recent mass protests against foreign students in Kyrgyzstan are negatively impacting the tourism industry, leading to cancellations and concerns among potential visitors. However, experts believe in the country's potential for recovery and the need for an intensive information campaign to restore trust in Kyrgyzstan as a safe travel destination.
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Kloop Media Lawyers Appeal Bishkek City Court Decision to Supreme Court
Lawyers of Kloop Media foundation filed a cassation appeal to the Supreme Court against the decision of the Bishkek City Court to liquidate the foundation.
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Eurasian Development Bank Funds Equipment Purchase to Restore Bishkek CHP Operations
Eurasian Development Bank provides technical assistance for equipment purchase at Bishkek CHP following an accident, aiming for the modernization of the power supply system in the city.
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Kyrgyz Judoka Erlan Sherov Secures Bronze Medal at World Judo Championship
Kyrgyz judoka Erlan Sherov wins bronze at World Judo Championship in UAE. Olympic ranking will now determine Paris Games participants.
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Kyrgyzstan Approves Agreement with Netherlands to Prevent Double Taxation
The Kyrgyz Parliament approved a tax agreement with the Netherlands to prevent double taxation and enhance economic cooperation.
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Adahan Madumarov's Appeal Deadline Reinstated by Pervomaisky District Court
The Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek granted Adahan Madumarov's motion to reinstate the deadline for filing an appeal, allowing for a new appeal against the court's verdict to be filed.
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Draft Law "On Mass Media" Undergoes Significant Changes, Deadline Extended
The deadline for editing the draft law "On Mass Media" in Kyrgyzstan has been extended until the end of June, with significant changes made to the document, including the removal of the provision on mandatory registration of internet resources as media outlets.
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Eurasian Development Bank and Kyrgyzstan to Focus on Investment and Development
The EDB allocated a record $92 million for new investment projects in Kyrgyzstan in 2023 and will continue focusing on project activities, especially in digitalization and renewable energy sectors, in 2024. Important agreements were signed to support projects in the energy and road sectors during a meeting between the EDB Chairman and the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan.
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Court Orders Further Investigation in Case of Activist Aftandil Zhorobekov
The court has sent activist Aftandil Zhorobekov's case for further investigation despite no evidence of inciting mass riots in his posts, as reported by human rights activist Gulshaiyr Abdirasulova.
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