Youth Forum helps young people to discuss their urgent problems and identify solutions
Osh, 14-15 May 2015 (UNHCR) – United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) this week supported a Youth Forum entitled, “Youths with right steps to achieve good objectives”, in Jalal-Abad province, as part of its peace-building activities.
EBRD and Bai Tushum Bank boost financing to Kyrgyz businesses
BTB will be able to lend larger amounts for longer tenors thanks to a risk-sharing facility with the EBRD. The EBRD and Bai Tushum Bank (BTB), one of the largest financial institutions in the Kyrgyz Republic, signed a participation agreement that will enable BTB to offer longer terms and larger loans to its clients.
Remittances to Central Asia fall back to 2009 levels – EBRD
Latest EBRD economic forecast: growth is subdued in Central Asia due to recession in Russia, lower commodity prices. Economies in Central Asia, including Mongolia, are set to continue growing this year, according to the EBRD’s latest Regional Economic Prospects report. But the pace of expansion is slowing because of recession in Russia and lower commodity prices.
The Government of Switzerland to support development of local self-government in Chui oblast
Heads of more than 100 municipalities of Chui oblast will receive new opportunities for development and dialog with communities during two years.
IWPR HAS LAUNCHED A SERIES OF LECTURES ON THE PRINCIPLES OF TOLERANCE AND RESPECT FOR DIVERSITY AMONG STUDENTS IN KYRGYZSTAN
"Muslims of Kyrgyzstan should be an example for others in terms of respecting others and their opinions, sowing peace and creative life on the Earth", said Ravshan aji Eratov, the deputy Mufti, and Indira Aslanova, a theologian, the head of the research Department of the Center for Religious Studies, in a lecture for students in Osh, Jalal-Abad and Bishkek.
EBRD to step up response to challenges in transition economies
Annual Meeting in Tbilisi sets Bank priorities for coming years. The EBRD will hold its Annual Meeting and Business Forum in Tbilisi, Georgia on 14-15 May, seeking a mandate from shareholders to step up its response to persistent challenges in the transition economies that it serves.
UN WFP Food Price and Security Bulletin KR - April 2015
UN WFP Food Price and Security Bulletin KR - April 2015
Nepal Earthquake: ADB to Provide $3 Million for Immediate Relief and $200 Million For Rehabilitation
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) will provide a $3 million grant to Nepal to support immediate relief efforts in the wake of the powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck the country on 25 April.
ADB President Offers Condolences, Sympathy to the People of Nepal
MANILA, PHILIPPINES – Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Takehiko Nakao has offered his deepest condolences to the Government and people of Nepal for the tragic loss of lives caused by the earthquake which hit the country on April 25.
Education at University of Central Asia: Rigorous and Relevant
Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, 23 April 2015 - The University of Central presented its academic plans at a media briefing in Bishkek.