Kyrgyz Parliament Elects Melis Turgunbaev as National Bank Chairman
The Jogorku Kenesh unanimously elected Melis Turgunbaev as the Chairman of the National Bank after he was relieved of his position as Minister of Natural Resources.
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Kyrgyzstan President Signs Agreements for Visa-Free Travel with Jordan and Greece
President Japarov of Kyrgyzstan has signed agreements with Jordan and Greece to abolish visa requirements for holders of diplomatic and service passports, facilitating easier travel between the countries for up to 90 days.
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China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway Project Ratified by Kyrgyz Parliament in Historic Decision
Deputies in Kyrgyzstan ratify agreements for the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project, aiming to enhance transit transportation and boost international competitiveness.
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EAEU Members Change Currency for Customs Duties Amid Economic Sanctions
EAEU countries decide to stop transferring customs duties to Russia and Belarus in dollars, opting for national currencies instead.
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President Japarov Signs Visa Exemption Law with Saudi Arabia for Diplomats
President Sadyr Japarov signed a law ratifying a Memorandum of Understanding with Saudi Arabia on mutual visa exemption for diplomatic passport holders, aiming to boost business mobility between the two countries.
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Vladimir Putin Appoints Sergey Vakunov as Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan
Vladimir Putin appoints Sergey Vakunov as the new Russian Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, replacing Nikolai Udovichenko.
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Kyrgyzstan's President Japarov Invalidates Ban on Gold Exports in Decree
Sadyr Japarov invalidates previous decrees on the export of gold-bearing ore and gold concentrate in Kyrgyz Republic, imposing a new temporary ban starting May 1, 2023.
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Deputy's Plea to Save Homes in Ataturk Park Sparks Controversy
Deputy Bekeshev opposes demolishing houses in Ataturk Park, sparking a debate during a government meeting in Bishkek.
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Draft Law "On Mass Media" Revision Deadline Possible Extension Until Summer
The deadline for revising the draft law "On Mass Media" may be extended until the end of the summer, providing more time for a high-quality document preparation, as reported by a working group member. Meetings have not taken place this week, and consensus is being reached on key points.
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Parliamentary Conflict: Deputy's Exclusion from CIS Delegation Sparks Controversy
The Committee proposed to exclude Adakhan Madumarov from parliamentary delegations, but the decision was withdrawn for reconsideration after a reminder from Deputy Iskhak Masaliev. Adakhan Madumarov's parliamentary mandate was prematurely terminated by the Central Election Commission due to a court verdict on state treason, leading to his recent release from detention.
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