In Bazar-Korgon, located in the eponymous district, a fire occurred on Kara-Ünkür Street, resulting in the destruction of the boiler room, kitchen, and roof of the local clinic. This information was confirmed by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration has provided important clarifications for citizens of Kyrgyzstan planning to work in Russia. The agency emphasized that compatriots should first check their surname in the list of individuals banned from entering Russia on the website of the Employment Center for Citizens Abroad, migrant.kg.
On January 21, the first meeting of the Board of Directors of the UN Global Compact Network in Central Asia took place, attended by Ulanbek Nogaev, Chairman of the Management Board of OJSC "Eldik Bank" and a member of the Council. The meeting discussed the results of the Network's work for 2023-2025, as well as the main directions of the strategy for 2026-2030. The proposed strategy includes active cooperation among companies, experts, and international partners, aiming to
On January 22, a traditional reception for members of the diplomatic corps was held in Bishkek, organized by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Zheenbek Kulubaev. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, ambassadors and representatives of international organizations accredited in the country participated in the event.
According to the company, a day before the deadline set by Trump for the transfer of assets, a joint venture was established to acquire TikTok's American operations, and its management team was announced. The completion of this deal is the result of years of efforts to ensure a stable future for TikTok in the U.S. and to address concerns regarding national security threats.
Household responsibilities in Kyrgyzstan are largely placed on women, as indicated by a recent study by the National Statistical Committee titled "Time Use Survey." According to this study, women spend an average of 4 hours and 40 minutes a day on household chores, which accounts for more than 19.4% of their total time. In contrast, men allocate significantly less time to these tasks—about 3.8% or less than one hour a day.
In the mountainous area of the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, on the Köl-Bel site near the village of Korgondu-Bulak, a car with two passengers got stuck, leading to their frostbite and the need for assistance. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
As part of the collegium, the results of the work of the internal affairs bodies of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2025 are discussed, as well as the implementation of the "Safe Country" project and issues related to improving the quality of service for citizens. Ulan Niyazbekov, opening the meeting, noted the key achievements over the past year and emphasized that the Ministry of Internal Affairs is actively implementing modern methods and digital technologies to enhance public safety.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has made a decision to approve the Regulation concerning the work with budgetary loans. This resolution was signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, summarized the results of the country's foreign policy activities for 2025 during his speech at the New Year reception for diplomats and outlined priority directions for the future. According to Kulubaev, the past year was filled with important events for Kyrgyz diplomacy. One of the key achievements was the completion of the legal formalization of the state border between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. The Minister
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic is holding a collegial meeting dedicated to summarizing the operational activities for the year 2025, as reported by the press service of the agency. The meeting is attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Minister of Internal Affairs Ulan Niyazbekov, as well as the leadership of the ministry and heads of various departments.
In 2026, as part of the second phase of the "Safe Country" initiative, more than 20,000 video cameras will be installed across Kyrgyzstan. This was announced by Ulan Niyazbekov, the country's Minister of Internal Affairs, at a meeting dedicated to the results of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' work for 2025. Niyazbekov noted that modern digital technologies are being actively implemented in the republic, which will raise the level of safety in public places, on the
As of January 21, new amendments have come into force in Uzbekistan, establishing strict liability measures for illegal actions involving personal data using artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. According to this law, the processing and dissemination of citizens' personal information without their consent through AI systems, both online and in the media, will be subject to severe administrative sanctions.
On the evening of January 22, the price of precious metals set new records once again. Silver surpassed the $96 mark for the first time in history, increasing by 3.81 percent to $96.17 at the time of writing the news.
In the Manas district, in the village of Uch-Korgon, a sausage workshop is successfully operating, actively contributing to the creation of jobs for the local residents. According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, this enterprise produces about 20 different types of sausage products, using beef and chicken meat, which are then distributed throughout the country. The entire process is carried out in compliance with all necessary sanitary
According to available data, the detained inspector, knowing that foreign citizens lacked the necessary permits, systematically received bribes from them ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 soms monthly for "protection." In case of refusal to pay, he threatened them with fines and deportation. The district inspector U.O.Sh. has been placed in the temporary detention facility of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. The investigative actions are ongoing, and the
- In 2025, the volume of pharmaceutical products in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 1 billion 562.8 million soms, which is 2.1 times more than in the same period of 2024, when it was 743.9 million soms. This data was provided by the country's statistical authorities. The physical volume index for the reporting period was 165.6%, while in 2024 it was at 121.7%, according to official statistics.
Robert Kagan, a prominent American political scientist, warns of grim prospects in his new article for The Atlantic: in his opinion, by 2026, Donald Trump will have completely dismantled the liberal world order that the United States has built over the past eighty years. He argues that American dominance was based not only on military power but also on a "great deal," where Washington acted as a guarantor of security for its allies in exchange for their loyalty and absence of
During the investigation, systematic violations by the aforementioned officials were revealed, who organized a corruption scheme from 2022 to 2023. They illegally provided land plots for recreational purposes located within the state forest fund, in advantageous locations along the main road leading to the city of Talas. In particular, plots were allocated to citizens, including M.N.I. (3.2 ha), K.u.Ch. (3 ha), A.G.A. (the akim's wife, 2 ha), and S.M.T. (1.2 ha). These lands were used for
From January 23 to 24, precipitation is expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, which will lead to the risk of snow avalanches and the formation of snowdrifts. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, avalanches may occur on the following road sections:
The employees of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine held a seminar for farmers in Tokmok, located in the Chuy region. The event was organized to enhance farmers' knowledge about the proper use of mineral fertilizers and pest control. According to the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, during the seminar, participants were presented with presentations covering the most common pests, diseases, and weeds
Dosoeva Aizat Turarovna has been appointed as the head of the rural administration of the Ak-Moyun village in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region. The order from the At-Bashinsky district state administration was signed on January 19, 2026.
On January 21, 2026, in Osh, Lieutenant of the police U.O.Sh., working as a district inspector at GOM-3 of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate, was caught red-handed while receiving a bribe. This operation was conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic in conjunction with the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to information from the State Committee for National Security, the detainee, abusing his official position,
- In 2025, the light industry of Kyrgyzstan reached a production volume of approximately 25 billion soms. This statement was made by Talantbek Karasartov, head of the industrial analysis department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, during a radio broadcast. He noted that the textile sector produced about 4 billion soms, while the clothing industry exceeded 20 billion soms, and the leather and footwear industry amounted to over 600 million soms.
Starting from January 4, 2026, the airline "Asman Airlines" will launch a new route between Bishkek and Naryn, which will operate on Mondays and Fridays. The ticket price has been reduced to 2,100 soms, whereas it previously ranged from 2,100 to 3,100 soms. These subsidized flights, aimed at social needs, have become possible thanks to the initiative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, as part of a program for regional development and improving population mobility.
In the Panfilov district of the Chuy region, the winter period brings special concern for birds from the students of the K. Tilebaliev boarding school. The children themselves shared this with a correspondent from Turmush. 12-year-old Alinur Akylbekov, a fifth-grade student, shared his experience of creating a birdhouse for the feathered creatures. He explained that his interest in birds is especially heightened on cold days when he wonders where they hide and how they find food. “I made a
On January 22, the nominees for the 98th Academy Awards were announced in Hollywood. This year, the Academy will present awards in 24 different categories. In all categories, except for the main one — "Best Picture," there will be five nominees. The "Best Picture" category traditionally features ten films.
In response to Vladimir Zelensky's comments during his speech in Davos, the Prime Minister of Hungary decided to express his views on the social network X. He addressed the President of Ukraine with an ironic statement. “Dear Vladimir Zelensky,
As a result of operational measures in the Talas region, the akim of the Bakai-Ata district A.B.M., who previously held a position in the Talas regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, as well as the director of the Talas forestry A.N.Dzh. and several other officials were detained. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Chui Region, Azamat Osmonov, met with farmers and agrarians from the Sokuluk and Moscow districts. According to the press service of the representative office, the meeting was dedicated to important issues related to water supply, land use, and the state of agriculture in the region.
According to information provided by the Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, there has been a significant increase in the number of foreign citizens visiting the country in 2025. Compared to 2024, the growth was 18.6%, and compared to 2023, it was 20%.
On January 22, a working meeting was held in the Talas region, where issues related to the prevention of road traffic accidents and the improvement of conditions for road users were discussed. High-ranking officials participated in the discussion: the deputy authorized representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Talas region, Maksat Baizhigitov, Colonel of Police Asrol Tantieff — deputy head of the regional Department of Internal Affairs, as well as Lieutenant Colonel of Police Edil
The Honored Architect of the Kyrgyz SSR and Candidate of Architecture Ishenbai Kadyrbekov expressed concern in a recent interview about the critical situation surrounding the historical and architectural heritage of Bishkek. He also discussed the legality of excluding several iconic sites from the list of cultural monuments.
A woman in Bishkek became a victim of a fraudulent scheme on Instagram, losing more than half a million soms. This was reported by the Interior Ministry of the October District of the city. On January 14, 2026, a citizen M.N. approached the agency, stating that some criminals, acting through the account bella_gadane.kg, promised to "open the way" to something, after which she transferred them 523,366 soms via a mobile application. Soon after that, the fraudsters blocked her and
In the past day, six cases of fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the republic. According to the agency's information, one fire occurred in Chui, Issyk-Kul, and Jalal-Abad regions, while three incidents were recorded in Batken region. Six firefighting teams were dispatched to extinguish the fires.
As a result of a traffic accident that occurred on January 23 in the Issyk-Ata district, one woman lost her life. This information was confirmed by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The accident took place on the 36th kilometer of the Bishkek – Naryn – Torugart highway.
The third division (Group B) World Championship in hockey is taking place in Bishkek, where the youth team of Kyrgyzstan (U-20) has achieved its fourth victory. On January 22, after the match, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, visited the Kyrgyz national team to congratulate the players.
Kazakhstan has joined the Council of Peace without making any financial contributions, as reported by Tengrinews.kz. To participate in the Council of Peace, only a sovereign decision is required, not a financial commitment. A country that joins the Council can remain a member for three years.
The law, known as the "Fundamental Law on the Development of Artificial Intelligence and the Formation of a Basis for Trust," was adopted with the aim of creating a legal framework to combat misinformation and other dangers arising from the development of AI. This was reported by Kazinform, citing information from Yonhap. The Ministry of Science of South Korea informed that the government has approved new comprehensive guidelines for the use of AI at the national level. The main goal
As a result of the inspection conducted by the General Prosecutor's Office, the land plots that were illegally transferred to private hands between 1999 and 2002 have been returned to state ownership. It was established that the local authorities of Naryn and the Naryn region violated land legislation, which led to this situation. During the illegal privatization, 5,943 square meters of land were transferred, including plots under the M. Ryskulov Musical and Drama Theater, as well as land
In the Osh region, in the Kara-Suu district, a strength check of the reinforced concrete structures used in the construction of a medical center was conducted. Specialists from the testing laboratory of the Southern Regional Administration of the Republican Certification Center, according to data from the Ministry of Construction, carried out a strength control of the monolithic structures at the site where the surgical building of the medical center LLC "Salamat" is being
Due to the sharp drop in temperature, the employees of the electrical networks in the Batken region have been forced to switch to an enhanced work mode. The press service of the Ministry of Energy reported that the situation in the region remains stable and there are no power outages observed.
On January 21, a meeting took place in Bishkek between Jumakadyrov uulu Seitek, the director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and Duflo Remi, the head of the European Union delegation in the country. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, the meeting discussed important aspects of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the European Union in the field of consular issues. The main focus was
- On January 22, 2026, during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed the draft law "On Amendments to the Law on Public Procurement," which was reviewed in three readings and ultimately received approval. Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed his concerns regarding the corruption risks associated with the selection of subcontractors and also noted issues of interaction between state and private enterprises.
The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has announced a temporary suspension of raid tax inspections, as well as control purchases related to compliance with tax legislation, specifically the use of payment systems such as POS terminals, electronic wallets, and QR codes for small and medium-sized businesses. Additionally, the requirements for using a special bank account for conducting business activities when dealing with electronic payments and QR codes are temporarily canceled.
American multimillionaire Elon Musk shared his opinion on the future of artificial intelligence, stating that by the end of this year, AI could surpass the intellectual capabilities of any human. According to his estimates, within the next five years, by 2030-2031, artificial intelligence will become smarter than all of humanity as a whole. “I assume that by the end of this year we may have AI that is smarter than any human, and at worst, next year. And by 2030-2031, in about five years, it
The first participants in the initiative regarding the situation in Gaza were announced in Davos. At the economic forum in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump introduced the first members of his new initiative, called the "Council of Peace." On stage were high-profile representatives from 19 countries who became the founders of this group under Trump's leadership. Among those present were delegates from Bahrain, Morocco, Argentina, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bulgaria, Hungary,