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Preserving the past: Kyrgyzstan's World Nomad Games continues as new village brings history to life

Kyrgyzstan's World Nomad Games have brought the past firmly into the present with its plans to make permanent a village dedicated to its traditional arts and crafts.

Euronews

PM Modi concludes two-nation visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his productive two-nation visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. He attended the annual SCO summit in Bishkek, calling for dismantling terrorism's entire ecosystem. In Uzbekistan, ties were elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership with new agreements signed. Modi also met with leaders including Vladimir Putin and…

The Economic Times

India, Uzbekistan agree to deepen cooperation in trade, defence, energy, digital connectivity

India and Uzbekistan agreed to strengthen cooperation in trade and investment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Discussions covered digital connectivity, defence, and energy sectors for mutual growth. Modi also attended a yoga session, highlighting cultural ties between nations. He will next attend the Shanghai…

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Putin, Xi set for Central Asia summit as Russia and China seek to counter Western influence

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are due in Kyrgyzstan on Monday for a two-day summit, joined by the leaders of Iran and India. The gathering comes as the group seeks to project a united front amid wars in Ukraine and Iran and growing tensions with the…

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Forging strategic bridges: Check PM Modi's agenda for 4-day Central Asia visit, from Tashkent talks to SCO Summit in Bishkek

Prime Minister Narendra Modi began a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyz Republic. He will hold talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Tashkent. Modi will then attend the 26th SCO Summit in Bishkek. India aims to boost security and connectivity cooperation across the region. The visit seeks to deepen civilizational…

The Economic Times

Looking to advance India's vision for region free from terror: PM Modi ahead of SCO Summit, State Visit to Uzbekistan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan on Saturday. He will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Bishkek. Modi will also undertake a State Visit to Tashkent for discussions. He aims to advance India's vision for security and connectivity. The visit seeks to strengthen partnerships and deepen…

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PM Modi to begin 2-nation Central Asia visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan on Saturday, seeking to strengthen India’s ties with Central Asia and advance regional cooperation. In Tashkent, he will hold talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on trade, defence, energy and education before attending the SCO Summit in Bishkek.

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Xi Jinping to attend SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan

President Xi Jinping is set to participate in the upcoming SCO summit in Bishkek next week, marking a significant engagement for China as the outgoing Chair. Following the summit, he will embark on a state visit to Kyrgyzstan before heading to Egypt. Notably, Kyrgyzstan will assume the SCO Presidency post-summit.…

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How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan

Ukraine’s campaign to target Russia’s e-commerce giant Wildberries has had impacts far beyond the Russian federation. For Russia, Wildberries is comparable to Amazon, accounting for about 50% of the country’s online retail market. But its market place is used by manufacturers as far afield as Central Asia.

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Kyrgyzstan's 2021 water crisis inspired a plan using helicopters to spray coal dust on mountain snow to release water for drought-stricken farms

Kyrgyzstan considered scattering coal dust on snow to accelerate melting during a 2021 water shortage. This idea aimed to increase river flows but carried significant environmental risks. Dark particles absorb more sunlight, causing snow to melt faster, a scientifically proven effect. However, accelerating melt does not guarantee increased usable water…

The Times of India

Kyrgyzstan elected to UN Security Council for first time in its history

Kyrgyzstan was elected to the UN Security Council as a non-permanent member for 2027-2028, marking a rare win for Central Asia.

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Kyrgyzstan calls for more Asian, African and Latin American seats on UN Security Council

As he announced his country's candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev called for its reform to include greater representation from Asia, Africa and South America.

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Kyrgyzstan: A prime destination for nature tourism, mountain adventures and nomadic hospitality

With more than 90% of the country covered by mountain ranges, Kyrgyzstan offers visitors an impressive natural spectacle.

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Central Asia posts growth above 6% in 2025, beating advanced economies

Economic activity accelerated across Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, the Kyrgyz Republic and Tajikistan in 2025. Azerbaijan, while outside Central Asia, remained closely linked through energy and trade corridors connecting the region to Europe and global markets.

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The Golden Digital Experiment: How Kyrgyzstan’s State-Backed Stablecoin Could Reshape the Global Crypto Market

The launch of the USDKG and KGST stablecoins by the government of Kyrgyzstan represents an important milestone for the global crypto market. It demonstrates a mature, institutional approach to digital assets: they are no longer viewed merely as speculative instruments but as components of formal financial infrastructure. The fact that…

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Putin given impromptu music lesson on Kyrgyzstan state visit

Vladimir Putin tried to play a traditional musical instrument during his state visit to Kyrgyzstan on Wednesday (November 26).

International Business Times

Kyrgyzstan's Bakai Bank Courts US Treasury's Scott Bessent and Wall Street Heavyweights for Investment Ties

Kyrgyzstan's Bakai Bank CEO Umut Abakirova met with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and executives from major U.S. financial firms, including BlackRock, Bank of America, and KPMG, to position the Central Asian nation as a hub for American investment in emerging markets.

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Photos show an epic endurance race celebrating the bond between people and horses in Kyrgyzstan

For equestrian riders, the endurance race known as the Gallops is the ultimate test of stamina and self-discipline.

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Migrant Money From Russia A Lifeline For Central Asia

In a remote town in southern Kyrgyzstan, teacher Nur Akhmatov watched workers building a library, conference hall and women's sports centre -- construction mostly funded by Kyrgyz emigrants sending money home from Russia.

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Kyrgyzstan court sentences ex-leader Atambayev to 11 years in absentia

Former leader convicted on charges of corruption and participating in mass unrest in the Central Asian country.

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Muslim-Majority Country Bans Full-Body Niqabs And Will Fine Women For Wearing Them Amid Safety Concerns

Kyrgyzstan banned full-body niqabs, citing security and cultural reasons. The official Muslim body-backed law argues that the garment could hide threats.

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EU urged to put human rights centre stage at first central Asia summit

Bloc to discuss trade, security and energy with leaders of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan

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Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes

Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov ratified the deal on 13 March in Bishkek.

International Business Times

Toxic Towns In Kyrgyzstan Battling Radioactive Danger

In a mask and a hazmat suit, Ermek Murataliyev drives a truck filled with Soviet-era radioactive waste along the winding mountain roads of Kyrgyzstan.

Al Jazeera

Myanmar and China have world’s ‘worst environment’ for internet freedom

Freedom on the Net report says Kyrgyzstan showed sharpest downgrade, while Iceland had ‘freest online environment’.

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