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Kyrgyz’s Leader strongly denounces Israel’s attacks on Qatar’s capital
(MENAFN) Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov condemned Israel’s recent strikes on Qatar’s capital, Doha, his spokesperson Askat Alagozov confirmed. At a press briefing in Bishkek, Alagozov stated: “These actions violate the principles of international...

OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek supports Kyrgyz Border Service in strengthening response to explosive threats through EOD training
From 25 to 29 August 2025, the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek, with support from the U.S. Embassy in Bishkek, organized a specialized training for 10 (ten) Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) experts of the Border Service of the State Committee...

OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Special Envoy Hakala to visit Turkmenistan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan
VIENNA/HELSINKI, 5 September 2025 — The Chairperson-in-Office’s Special Envoy, Terhi Hakala, will visit Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan from 8 to 16 September to meet with high-level government officials and civil society. The aim of the...

Translators’ Voices: Historical, cultural, economic and institutional factors underpin China’s confidence and capacity in global governance: Global Times
Beijing, China, Sept. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed the Global Governance Initiative (GGI) at the “Shanghai Cooperation Organization Plus” Meeting held in North China’s Tianjin on September 1. This is another...

Harsh Weather Cripples Rescue of Russian Climber Trapped on Kyrgyz Peak
(MENAFN) Russian mountaineer Natalia Nagovitsyna remains trapped on Victory Peak, a towering 24,406-foot (7,439-meter) summit in Kyrgyzstan, after rescue operations were suspended due to severe weather conditions. Her son shared drone footage...
Collaborating Without Borders to Create a Safer Future for Children
The office of the Commissioner for Children’s Rights of the Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan, with the support of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Project...

Pedophiles, Abusers, Rapists, and Other Violent Thugs Arrested in Operation Midway Blitz
Pedophiles, Abusers, Rapists, and Other Violent Thugs Arrested in Operation Midway Blitz These criminal illegal aliens flocked to Illinois because sanctuary policies allow them to roam free and terrorize innocent Americans WASHINGTON — U.S....

Ilham Aliyev met with Pakistan's Prime Minister in Tianjin
AZERBAIJAN, September 1 - To His Excellency Mr. Sadyr Zhaparov, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Dear Sadyr Nurgozhoevich, On the occasion of the National Day of the Kyrgyz Republic – Independence Day, I am pleased to extend my heartfelt...

Dr. Volker Frobarth Appointed Head of OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek
Bishkek, 1 September 2025 — The OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Volker Frobarth of Germany as the new Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek. Dr. Frobarth brings more than two decades of...

Iran's first vice President, Russian PM call for expansion of two-sided collaboration
(MENAFN) Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin have committed to deepening collaboration across multiple fields, according to reports. The two leaders met Friday in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan, on...

Erdogan, Armenian Premier Discuss Peace Initiatives
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan engaged in talks regarding peace efforts in the South Caucasus with Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Monday during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit held in China, as...

Global Times: China and SCO partners drive green transition through clean energy projects, sustainable development cooperation
Beijing, China, Aug. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the summer, scorching heat waves often send temperatures soaring beyond 45 C along the dry banks of the Jhelum River in Pakistan. In a riverside village, local resident Ahmed reaches out to turn...

China’s Xi Brings Global Leaders Together at SCO Summit
(MENAFN) Chinese President Xi Jinping is convening a high-stakes summit Sunday in Tianjin, bringing together global leaders for the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), according to Chinese media. Xi engaged in bilateral talks with key...

Erdogan attends China’s Heads of State Council meeting of SCO
(MENAFN) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in China on Sunday to participate as a guest of honor in the 25th Heads of State Council meeting of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Erdogan was greeted at Binhai International...

China’s Xi Hold Talks with India’s PM
(MENAFN) Chinese President Xi Jinping held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday in Tianjin, China’s northern city, shortly after the United States doubled tariffs on Indian imports this week, according to a Chinese news agency....

China’s Xi Welcomes UN Secretary-General Before SCO Summit
(MENAFN) Xi Jinping welcomed UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres upon his Saturday arrival in Tianjin for the pivotal Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, according to state media reports. The 25th SCO summit alongside the expanded...

JoyyFest Brings Turkish Flavors and Eurasian Performances to Bellevue on September 14
BELLEVUE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- JoyyFest will fill the shoreline with the tastes, sounds, and colors of many cultures at The Event Center at Vasa Park Resort on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 5:00...

Putin, Kim Jong Un Await Joining Ceremonies in China
(MENAFN) North Korea's Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un and Russia's President Vladimir Putin are set to take part in a grand military parade in China next week. This high-profile event is being held in honor of the 80th anniversary commemorating the...

Kim Jong Un, Putin Set to Participate in China WWII Parade
(MENAFN) North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin are set to attend a grand military parade in China next week, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, according to reports. Kim’s visit to China comes...

Kim Jong Un, Putin to go to military parade to commemorate end of WWII
(MENAFN) North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to participate in a large military parade in China next week, as part of events marking the 80th anniversary of World War II, according to reports. Kim will...