News From Tajikistan
An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 was registered in Tajikistan tonight. The European Mediterranean Seismological Center reported.
The epicenter of the earthquake was located 58 kilometers from Razzakov (Kyrgyzstan) on the territory of Tajikistan. The focus was located at a depth of 15 kilometers.
The tremors were felt by residents of Batken region.
No damage was reported.
Source: 24.kg News Agency
Office of the Honorary Consul of Kyrgyzstan has been opened in the city of Poti with a consular district that includes Samegrelo-Zemo Svaneti region (Georgia). Press service of the Foreign Affairs Ministry reported.
Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic Kairat Osmonaliev noted that the opening of the Honorary Consulate was an important event in bilateral relations, evidence of the high level of relations between the two countries and would make a significant contribution to bilateral trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian ties.
Honorary Consul Ednar Papunaishvili said that the institution would help protect the rights and interests of citizens of Kyrgyzstan, expand economic cooperation, investment, develop tourism and cultural exchange.
Source: 24.kg News Agency
Over the past ten years, China and Kyrgyzstan have implemented and are implementing many projects under One Belt, One Road initiative. Du Dewen, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the Kyrgyz Republic, announced at a press conference on Thursday.
According to her, Datka — Kemin power transmission line has been built, China — Kyrgyzstan — Uzbekistan highway has been modernized, more than 200 kilometers of Bishkek roads have been reconstructed at the expense of a grant from the PRC government. The rural irrigation system was also reconstructed on more than 5,000 hectares of land in Batken, Issyk-Kul, Chui and Talas regions at the expense of the grant funds.
«School-gymnasium No. 95 in Bishkek has become one of the most influential. A surgical hospital has been built in Osh, and an alternative North — South road is being built. Chui bypass canal project is also important for Kyrgyzstan. On February 1, 2023, the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and me attended the ceremony of handing over fire and rescue equipment. The Kyrgyz Republic received 100 modern fire engines of various types. This is the largest financial assistance to the country through a grant from the Chinese government,» said Du Dewen.
Transfer of two mobile hospitals with advanced equipment to Kyrgyzstan from China is expected this year, the Ambassador said. «We are confident that this assistance will play an important role in protecting the safety of life and health of citizens. The construction of China — Kyrgyzstan — Uzbekistan railway is an important strategic project within the framework of One Belt, One Road initiative,» the Ambassador said.
Source: 24.kg News Agency
Ceremony of signing of exchange notes and a grant agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Japan took place. The Ministry of Finance reported.
It is noted that the grant is allocated under the project «Improvement of equipment for the maintenance of roads and pavement in Batken region.» The Japanese government provides 700 million Japanese yen ($5.3 million) for implementation of the project.
The main goal of the project is to ensure security of logistics in the Central Asian region by building disaster-resistant roads in Batken region. The executing agency for the project is the Ministry of Transport and Communications.
Source: 24.kg News Agency
The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) repeatedly fined four companies from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan for unfair competition. Press service of the EEC reported.
New fines totaling about 3 million Russian rubles will have to be paid to the budgets of their countries by the professional organization of accountants Chamber of Professional Accountants of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Eurasian Institute of Certified Public Accountants Limited Liability Partnership (Kazakhstan), Institute of Professional Accountants and Auditors of Kyrgyzstan Public Association and SIPAEN institution (Kyrgyzstan).
They have been already fined for unfair competition in the cross-border market for certification of public accountants in January 2023.
The basis for the new investigation was the appeal to the EEC of a number of business entities from Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan about the misconduct of competitors. When considering the case, it was established that the companies posted on the website www.cipaprogram.org in their own register of certificates information about certificates issued by other organizations, including by the applicants. It was also reported there that the validity of some certificates was suspended or canceled, and their activation/reissue requires joining one of these organizations.
Other inaccurate information was also found. For example, the issue date of some certificates was 1900.
«The companies have committed violations of paragraph 2 of Article 76 of the Treaty on the EAEU. This is unfair competition. I note that the largest number of applications that are received by the EEC on the facts of anti-competitive behavior are related to this particular violation. For example, in 2022, out of 26 applications considered by the commission, 15 were related to unfair competition,» Bakhyt Sultanov, Minister in charge of Competition and Antimonopoly Regulation of the EEC, commented on the decision.
Source: 24.kg News Agency
Melis Turgunbaev became the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision. Press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic reported.
The decree was signed by Sadyr Japarov.
Earlier, Dinara Kutmanova was dismissed from the post of minister, and Melis Turgunbaev became acting head of the ministry.
Melis Turgunbaev was the Chairman of the Board of Kyrgyzneftegaz. From 2013 to 2017, he was a member of the Board of Directors of the company, until recently he was its chairman. From 2006 to 2020, he worked for the Russian company Gazprom. Prior to joining the gas industry, Turgunbaev was a leading specialist in the Ministry of Finance.
Source: 24.kg News Agency
A fine was imposed on a microfinance organization. Website of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan reports.
The decision was made due to violation of the requirements of the legislation of Kyrgyzstan and the regulatory legal acts of the National Bank. The amount of fine was 55,000 soms.
The name of the fined company is not indicated.
Source: 24.kg News Agency
The President congratulated the people of Kyrgyzstan on the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan.
«The holy month of Ramadan for Muslims is not only abstinence from water and food, it is a time of reflection and manifestation of high qualities, such as generosity, self-discipline, kindness, mercy, piety and compassion. Entering this auspicious month, we get the opportunity to develop our best sides and virtues,» the message reads.
According to Sadyr Japarov, beginning of the blessed Ramadan brings humility and repentance, purification and renewal into our hearts, urging to avoid wastefulness, to lend a helping hand to our neighbor.
«Let’s not forget that the well-being of the family, society and the state is in unity! I urge everyone to use this month as an opportunity to strengthen traditional values and, for the benefit of Kyrgyzstan, build together a peaceful, hardworking, fair and decent society, show friendliness, respect for each other and the environment,» he said.
The head of state believes that by joint efforts the people of Kyrgyzstan will be able to create conditions for a decent life for citizens and the further development of the country.
«May the Almighty grant us all health, happiness, accept our fast and bless for good deeds! Once again, congratulations on the holy month! May Almighty Allah protect our Kyrgyzstan!» press service quoted Sadyr Japarov as saying.
Source: 24.kg News Agency
Kyrgyzstan expects an increase in the flow of tourists from Malaysia and Germany in the summer. Press service of the Tourism Development Support Fund reported.
According to it, major world tourism exhibitions were held in Malaysia, Germany and Moscow in March. The pavilions of Kyrgyzstan stood out among others with their brightness, originality and national color.
«Our country is distinguished not only by a colorful stand, but also by an interesting cultural program. Jazz singers and ethno-instrumentalists, dancers and baatyrs, with whom visitors love to take pictures — all this attracts attention and makes people want to get to know Kyrgyzstan better,» the Fund stressed.
At the exhibitions, representatives of the fund tell about tourism and investment opportunities in the republic. Many B2B meetings with signing of memorandums are held. Domestic tour operators sign contracts with foreign colleagues.
Tourism exhibitions on behalf of Kyrgyzstan were held in Malaysia for the first time.
Source: 24.kg News Agency