In the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, primary school teachers received laptops. This news was announced by Seyitbek Abdyldaev, the head of the district education department.
The meeting took place thanks to a video message from Keneshkan Shamenova, which revealed her desire to meet with the president. This video quickly became popular on social media. During the meeting, held in a cozy setting over tea, Zaparov shared memories of how Keneshkan Shamenova taught him to write the first letter "A." He noted that at that time, children began their education at seven years old, without any prior preparation in kindergartens, which emphasized the importance of
During his visit to Issyk-Kul, President Japarov conducted a tour for Changpeng Zhao, the founder of the major international cryptocurrency exchange Binance, showcasing the tourist locations of Kyrgyzstan. While jointly inspecting the infrastructure of the "Karokol" ski resort, the president emphasized the importance of developing the tourism sector. He noted that the creation of ski clusters is a priority direction capable of transforming Issyk-Kul into one of the key international
On February 7, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, made a working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, where he introduced Chanpen Zhao, the founder of the international cryptocurrency exchange Binance, to the country's tourism opportunities. During a tour of the "Karokol" ski base, they jointly descended the slope, where the president emphasized the tourism prospects of the region.
Tom Rose, the U.S. Ambassador to Poland, announced the cessation of all contacts with the Speaker of the Polish Parliament, Włodzimierz Czarzasty. This decision, as the diplomat emphasized, was prompted by "completely unjustified and outrageous insults" directed at U.S. President Donald Trump, as reported by Polish Radio. In his announcement on platform X, Rose stressed that from this moment on, the U.S. will cease any contacts and interactions with the Speaker of the Sejm. He noted
- At the briefing on February 6, Kaniyet Nasirdinov, head of the sector for the development of integration management coordination of the EAEU at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, spoke about upcoming cooperative projects within the EAEU involving Kyrgyzstan. It is worth noting that in 2025, within the framework of the existing mechanism for supporting cooperative projects, a project for the production of personal computers with the participation of Kyrgyzstan was approved. Currently, a
- In 2025, compared to the previous year, the manufacturing industry demonstrated significant growth in several areas, among which pharmaceuticals, construction materials production, and printing stand out, according to statistical data. The pharmaceutical industry showed the highest growth rates: production volume increased by 1.7 times, primarily due to the increase in drug output. In addition, the production of veterinary vaccines rose by 20%, indicating a growing domestic and agricultural
- On February 6, at a briefing about upcoming cooperative initiatives within the EAEU, in which Kyrgyzstan participates, Kaniyet Nasirdinov, head of the integration development sector of the EAEU Coordination Management at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, reported. He reminded that the first project related to Kyrgyzstan's cooperation was already approved for 2025.
The meeting took place between the head of the government, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and a delegation from the Chinese company "Minshan". During the discussion, the representatives of "Minshan" presented a plan for the creation of a low-carbon technological industrial park, within which electric devices, including household appliances, will be produced.
- More than 400 Kyrgyz enterprises that produce livestock products and meet all veterinary and sanitary standards have been included in the register of the Eurasian Economic Union. This was reported by Tilek Tabaldiev, head of the veterinary and sanitary safety department of the veterinary service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, in an interview on the radio. According to Tabaldiev, the main participants in the register are producers of milk, meat,
In Bishkek, on Fuchik Street, a serious traffic accident occurred involving a truck and five cars. According to witness reports, the incident happened today, February 7, at around 1:00 PM. Traffic safety inspectors are working at the scene.
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has called on citizens to comply with water legislation when using groundwater for drinking and technical purposes. According to information provided by the ministry's press service, the Land and Water Control Service noted that drilling a well requires obtaining a license and a corresponding licensing agreement from the State Geological Service. It is also necessary to prepare a project and undergo an environmental
According to meteorologists, significant changes in weather conditions are expected in Bishkek in the coming days, including precipitation and a drop in temperature, which will then be followed by warmer weather. On February 7, daytime temperatures will be 2–4 degrees above zero, with possible precipitation in the form of snow and rain in some areas. Nighttime temperatures will drop to -3…–5 degrees.
- In 2025, the volume of products from manufacturing industries amounted to 637.6 billion soms, highlighting steady growth in the country's industrial sector. This data is provided by statistical sources. Metallurgy continues to be the main driver of growth, with the production of basic metals and finished metal products (excluding machinery and equipment) reaching 396.4 billion soms. This accounts for 62.2% of the total volume of the manufacturing industry, indicating the significant
In the village of Belovodskoye, the open championship of the Moscow district took place at the sports complex "Urozhay," dedicated to the memory of the famous champion and international tournament medalist E. Sadabaev. 460 young athletes, born between 2009 and 2017, representing Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, participated in this tournament.
In the Suzak district, a man suspected of drug possession was detained, according to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region. According to the information, on January 30, employees of the Suzak District Internal Affairs Department received information that one of the citizens in the district was storing narcotic substances.
In the Uzgen district of the Osh region, the general plan for the rural area of Myrza-Ake was presented, developed in an urban format and brought to discussion. According to Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the village council, there were previously 9 villages in the rural area of Myrza-Ake. As part of the administrative-territorial reform, after the merger of two rural areas, the local council proposed to create a general plan.
- As of December 31, 2025, the total amount of insurance payouts in the Kyrgyz Republic reached 1 billion 387.7 million soms, an increase of 55% compared to 2024. This data is presented in the Financial Supervision report. The largest share of payouts pertains to voluntary insurance, which amounted to 1 billion 18 million soms.
Discussions about the possibility of early presidential elections continue. Kaktus.media reached out to the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh with a question about the likelihood of such elections and the possibility of the head of the GKNB, Kamchybek Tashiev, participating in them. The editorial team also requested opinions from experts on this matter. Talibek Masabirov: I cannot say whether Kamchybek Kydyrshaevich will run. As for the elections, President Sadyr Nurgozhoevich was elected
On February 6, in Osh, in building No. 2 (BA-3) of the B. Sydykov Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University, the creative festival "Open Osh" took place, initiated by the Department of Mechanics, Energy, and Design of the Engineering Technology and Natural-Pedagogical Faculty. The opening of the event was marked by the ceremonial launch of the updated assembly hall. The university rector, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor Abdilbayet Mamasydykov, and the faculty dean, Candidate of
Syimyq Zhapikeev, the former head of the State Service for Combating Economic Crimes, published a post on social media in which he commented on rumors about alleged incidents involving him. He noted that many provocative and "cheap rumors" are spreading on the internet. According to him, he is at home and has no connection to politics, emphasizing that he has not harmed or assaulted anyone. Zhapikeev also mentioned that three to four months ago, he met with Urbay Baike in the company
During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with Keneshkan Shamenova, his first teacher. A video recently appeared on social media in which she addressed the president with a request for a meeting.
In the Chui region, in Tokmok, a traffic accident occurred involving a police service vehicle, as reported by witnesses of the incident, according to Turmush. According to their testimonies, as a result of the incident, the service vehicle overturned.
- The results of 2025 indicate a significant increase in key financial indicators of the insurance market in Kyrgyzstan, as stated in the report by the Financial Supervision Authority. The net profit of insurance companies reached 1.22 billion soms, while tax revenues to the state budget amounted to 340.8 million soms.
At the Responsible AI in the Military Domain (REAIM) summit held on February 5 in La Coruña, Spain, only 35 out of 85 participating countries signed a declaration regarding the governance of artificial intelligence for military purposes. The United States and China, the two leading military powers, did not join this document, according to media reports.
The recent decision by the authorities of Kyrgyzstan, aimed at making life easier for customers of cafes and restaurants, has led to unexpected consequences. The ban on itemizing the service charge separately on the bill did not reduce the total cost of the order; on the contrary, it forced establishments to raise prices on their dishes, reports Azattyk Asia. Since the beginning of the new year, a ban has been introduced in Kyrgyzstan on itemizing the service charge in restaurant bills and
The decree states that from the moment it comes into effect, additional duties may be imposed on goods imported into the U.S. from countries that purchase or in any way receive products from Iran. Trump previously mentioned a 25% tariff in his post on the social network Truth Social on January 12. The document also emphasizes that Iran is responsible for attempts to develop nuclear technologies, support terrorism, and destabilize the situation in the region, which poses a threat to the
On February 6, the seventh meeting of the subcommittee on cooperation with the European Union took place in Kyrgyzstan at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Kyrgyz delegation was represented by Deputy Foreign Minister Meder Abakirov, while from the European side, Charlotte Adrien, head of the Central Asia and Afghanistan department in the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (INTPA) of the European Commission, was present.
Research has shown that polar bears living in Svalbard have demonstrated an astonishing ability to adapt to the conditions of melting Arctic ice. Despite the changing habitat, scientists are still unable to explain how these mammals are adapting, reports the publication "Around the World". These powerful predators are a striking example of how climate change affects wildlife. Polar bears depend on sea ice for hunting and breeding, yet each year the area of this ice significantly
In Balykchy, a man suspected of cattle theft was detained, according to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. According to the information received, on February 1, a local resident named J.D., born in 1999, approached the police station in the city of Balykchy. In his statement, he reported that on January 31, unknown individuals stole one sheep from his barn in the territory of Orto-Böyrok in the village of Ak-Ölön, which is part of Balykchy. The damage
Throughout the week, significant changes occurred in the personnel composition in Kyrgyzstan. Two deputy ministers of science, higher education, and innovations of Kyrgyzstan were dismissed: Aibek Chotonov and Nurlan Omurov. They had held their positions since July 3, 2025, and were dismissed at their own request.
The 25th Winter Olympic Games opened in Milan on Friday, February 6, gathering spectators at the San Siro Stadium, which accommodates 80,000 people. The main ceremony was a vibrant event, and the parade of participating countries also took place in other cities — Cortina d'Ampezzo, Predazzo, and Livigno. Due to significant distances, many athletes could not arrive in Milan before the start of the games, and some competitions had already begun before the ceremony. The musical program
Turmush continues to present stories of Kyrgyzstani people who live, work, and study abroad. This time, the focus is on Zhipara Kamalidin kyzy, who currently resides in the city of Gimhae, South Korea. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she shared her impressions of life in Korea and some amusing moments.
This year, the celebration of Orozо Ait will take place on March 20, as reported by the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan. The beginning of the holy month of Orozо in 2026 is set for February 19. On this day, believers will begin to observe fasting, which will continue until the evening of March 19.
At the meeting of the board of the State Tax Service, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, presented Gratitude Certificates on behalf of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic and honorary diplomas from the Cabinet of Ministers to specialists who participated in the creation of the automated information system for tax analysis "Salyk Kүzөt". In particular, for their outstanding contribution to the development of the
On February 5, 2026, a large-scale presentation of a series of documentary collections titled "Republics – to the Front 1941–1945" took place in the capital of Russia. The event was organized with the support of the Apparatus of the Security Council of the Russian Federation, the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Russia, the Russian Historical Society, and the Russian State University for the Humanities. Among the participants was the Secretary General of the CSTO,
Witnesses reported a slippery road in the Boom Gorge last night. It has been revealed that after the rain and subsequent drop in temperature, the road surface in this area has been covered with a barely noticeable layer of ice.
In the context of growing geopolitical instability, international law has effectively lost its function as a system of checks and balances. This conclusion was reached by participants of the round table "Global Trends in Central Asia: From Ensuring Security to Extracting Critical Minerals," where key global processes and their impact on the Central Asian region were discussed. As noted by the director of the Center for Expert Initiatives, political scientist Igor Shestakov, the
Entrepreneur and former Minister of Agriculture, Food Industry, and Melioration of Kyrgyzstan Tilek Toktogaziev spoke about the reasons for his participation in the B5+1 business forum, as well as the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for the country in the context of international cooperation. In response to a question about the goals of participating in the summit and potential interaction with the United States, Toktogaziev noted that there are two key vectors of cooperation for
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Zhanibek Abirov, found himself at the center of public discussion after an interview with a journalist from UTRK, during which he was unable to correctly explain the meaning of several road signs. Fragments of the conversation made it online and quickly spread across social platforms, eliciting an active response from users. During the survey, the parliamentarian made a number of mistakes: he referred to the sign "Priority of Oncoming Traffic" as
A man suspected of setting his wife on fire is not an employee of the Talas city administration. This was reported to Turmush by the information service of the Talas city administration.
A man has been detained in Talas, accused of attempting to set his wife on fire. According to information provided by the press service of the Talas region's police department, on February 5, 2026, a 25-year-old woman, M. T., reported to the Lenin District Police Department in Bishkek. She stated that on October 15, 2025, in her home in the Bakai-Ata district, her husband, 29-year-old D. Zh., had a conflict with her for no apparent reason, forced her out into the street, and then doused
Jamilya Dzhamanbaeva, the ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, has called on government institutions to intensify joint efforts in the fight against domestic violence. She noted that the measures taken have not yielded significant results, and the issue of violence against women and girls remains extremely relevant.
Given the high mortality rate on the roads, changing the driver training system is becoming extremely important. President Sadyr Japarov noted in an interview with the Kabar agency that this reform has strategic significance for the state and urged citizens to approach it with understanding. -Hello, Sadyr Nurgoyevich! The issues related to the replacement of driver's licenses and training for obtaining driver's rights are still actively discussed in society.
Kamchybek Tashiev, the chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), visited the home of Azat Zhusuev, a resident of the village of Ismail in the Sokuluk district, who was born in 1982. Azat is a father of three children. In search of funds to complete the construction of his house in 2023, he went to Russia for work. However, in November 2024, his life changed after an accident that resulted in the loss of both his legs. After a long recovery, he returned home, but due to his
The job vacancy announcement was made by the city hall, which is looking for specialists in social work. The vacancies are distributed across the following districts of the city:
Shykmamatov emphasized that the focus was not only on agriculture and processing but also on areas such as the textile and jewelry industries, as well as the development of sports and social initiatives. The Chairman of the State Tax Service also noted that small and medium-sized enterprises retain the option to choose the most convenient tax system — whether it be the general tax, a single tax, or a patent. This allows entrepreneurs to adapt their tax obligations based on the actual volumes
In the city of Manas, a discussion was held on safety issues for teenagers, where participants were reminded of the strict ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages to individuals under 18 years of age. At the meeting, which took place on February 6, emphasis was placed on the importance of ensuring the safety of minors, as well as preventing unauthorized use of alcoholic and psychotropic substances. Participants discussed the need to maintain order in public places.