The President was briefed on the plans of the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations

Today, February 3, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, met with Talantbek Tashibekov, who holds the position of chairman of the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations. According to information provided by the president's press service, at the beginning of his appointment, the head of state set several tasks for Tashibekov. The purpose of the current meeting was to familiarize himself with the implementation of these assignments and to discuss

The President proposed to award Chubak Azhy Jalilov the title of "Hero of the Kyrgyz Republic"

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov proposed posthumously awarding the honorary title of "Hero of the Kyrgyz Republic" to Chubak Azhy Jalilov, who was a well-known religious figure and preacher. This initiative was announced during a meeting between the president and Talantbek Tashibekov, the chairman of the National Agency for Religious Affairs and Interethnic Relations. During the discussion, Tashibekov also shared plans for organizing a jubilee event dedicated to the

A new 25-story business center in aviation style with a rooftop helipad will be built in Bishkek.

In the center of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" OJSC announced an ambitious project to construct a new 25-story business center called "Aviator." This building will feature modern design and unique architecture, combining business and hotel functions, as well as elements inspired by aviation. The aviation-style structure will include office and business spaces, restaurants, shops, a hotel, and many other places for startups and creative

A New Center for Children with Down Syndrome Opens in Osh

A new multifunctional resource center for children with Down syndrome was opened today in Osh. This institution was created by the charitable foundation "Santerra-Yug" and is intended to support the social integration of children with this condition, as well as to assist their parents. The opening ceremony was attended by the mayor of the Osh region, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, who familiarized himself with the center's work, interacted with the children and their families, and

Adylbek Kasymaliev met with the Vice President of the UAE

Adylbek Kasymaliev, holding the position of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of Kyrgyzstan, met with Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates, during the World Government Summit. During the negotiations, he thanked the organizers for the opportunity to participate in the summit and for their traditional hospitality. Additionally, Kasymaliev conveyed sincere wishes from the President

The deputy raised the issue of the absence of social facilities in the construction of the southern part of Bishkek.

During a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to industrial policy, transport, the fuel and energy complex, architecture, and construction, deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov expressed concern about the active construction of multi-story buildings in the southern part of Bishkek. He noted that there is a real construction boom in this area, but the need for new schools and kindergartens is being ignored. The deputy inquired about the steps being taken by the Ministry of Construction

Football referees from Kyrgyzstan are conducting training camps in Antalya

Training camps for referees of the Kyrgyz Football Union are taking place in Antalya, lasting from February 2 to 18. According to the press service of the KFU, the event involves 18 main referees and 24 assistants, as well as 7 instructors, a medical masseur, and a guest specialist from the Asian Football Confederation (AFC).

The Speaker met with the UN Resident Coordinator in the Kyrgyz Republic

The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turghunbek uulu, held a meeting with Antje Grave, the UN Resident Coordinator in the Kyrgyz Republic. During the conversation, the parties discussed the prospects and directions of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the UN, as well as plans for joint projects in the future.

The Jogorku Kenesh will consider a bill in February to limit amendments to 17 codes to no more than once a year.

- In February, the Jogorku Kenesh will consider a draft law concerning the limitation of the frequency of changes to the codes to once a year. This draft law has already been included in the parliamentary work calendar. The initiative is titled "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic Regarding the Frequency of Amendments."

Employees of the FSIN and the Ministry of Internal Affairs detained for extortion

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported the detention of several employees of the State Penitentiary Service (SPS) and the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) in a fraud case. According to the SCNS, as a result of joint actions with the Main Department of Criminal Investigation (MDCI) of the SPS and the Investigative Department of the MIA, it was established that several officials from the SPS and the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District of Bishkek received

At the GNS, issues of cashless payments for businesses were discussed

The State Tax Service (GNS) held a meeting dedicated to issues related to the application of cashless payments in the business sector. The discussion was attended by the Deputy Chairman of the GNS Azat Almanbetov and representatives of key financial institutions, including the National Bank, the Interbank Processing Center, and the Union of Banks of Kyrgyzstan, as well as commercial banks. During the meeting, current issues raised by entrepreneurs regarding the use of payment wallets,

The head of "Bishkek City Architecture" spoke about the priorities and tasks of the new general plan

The general plan is a key strategic document that defines the development of the capital for the next 25 years. It covers the most important aspects related to infrastructure, population provision, and improving the quality of life. This was reported in a live broadcast by the head of the State Enterprise "Bishkekglavarkhitektura," Mederbek Kydyrmaev, on the agency "Kabar." Kydyrmaev noted that the previous general plan, adopted in 2006, will expire in December 2025.

Sadyr Japarov met with the directors of driving schools

Today, February 3, Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, visited the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, where he met with the directors of private driving schools and trainees. During the visit, the head of state detailed the measures aimed at reducing the number of road traffic accidents. In his speech, the president noted that for a long time, there had been cases of corruption in the driver training system. This led to over 90% of students from

At the GNS, barriers to the use of cashless payments by entrepreneurs were discussed

During the meeting, important issues were raised regarding the use of various cashless instruments, such as business wallets, POS terminals, bank accounts, cards, and QR payments. Participants discussed the problems faced by entrepreneurs, including high fees for processing cashless payments, delays in crediting funds to accounts, lack of information about the payer in bank statements when using QR codes, and complex requirements from some banks that hinder business operations. In response to

Employees of the State Penitentiary Service and the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District of Bishkek detained for fraud

According to the GKNB, the detention involved employees of correctional institution No. 16 and the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky district. As part of the initiated criminal case, it was established that employees of the State Penitentiary Service and the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky district received money, hoping to resolve the issue of clemency for one of the convicts. However, despite the funds received, clemency was denied.

In Osh Region, rescuers are searching for a man caught in a snow avalanche

In the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region, rescue operations are ongoing in search of a 37-year-old man who became a victim of an avalanche on the "Julgur" pasture. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, as of today, February 3, 126 people are participating in the search operations. Specialized equipment has been brought in to ensure access to the site of the incident and to clear the roads.

A reality show on triathlon will be organized among civil servants of Kyrgyzstan.

The project, which will be implemented for the first time in Kyrgyzstan, aims to attract 10 participants representing various government and budgetary structures who have no prior sports experience. Training sessions will be organized for participants, including running, swimming, and cycling.

The court arrested the akim of the Bakai-Ata district

The court has extended the measure of restraint for the akim of the Bakai-Ata district of the Talas region. As reported by Turmush, the Talas City Court held a session on February 3, 2026, during which the materials of the case against the district akim A.B.M. were reviewed.

Life in the Regions: Shyrdaks, "Kuurma Chai," and English at 60 – How a Resident of the Village of Tilekmat Captivates Foreigners with Kyrgyzstan

Umut Asanalieva, living in the village of Tilekmat, located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, has been handcrafting Kyrgyz national products throughout the year. In the summer, she hosts tourists at the pasture Kök-Jayyk, where she also sells her works. A correspondent from Turmush spoke with her.

How Fish Farmers in the Jayil District Extend the Shelf Life of Live Fish? Photo

Before selling the fish, they keep it alive in specially made net pens-pools. Nikolai Radchenko continues: “I place the caught fish in the pool so it can recover from injuries sustained during the catching or transportation process. I carry out aeration, ensuring the necessary level of oxygen in the water. In such conditions, the fish can live for up to two weeks. If the pool is large, it will need to be fed. One acquaintance does just that, and his carp and snakeheads live a long time.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh approved amendments to the law on homeowners' associations in the first reading

In 5 years, bank assets and deposits have tripled.

- According to data from the National Bank, the total assets of the banking sector of Kyrgyzstan have more than tripled over a five-year period. In 2021, assets amounted to 361.1 billion soms, while by 2025 they reached 1 trillion 181.8 billion soms.

Starting February 11, cargoes within the EAEU will begin to be marked with navigation seals.

Starting from February 11, a decision to implement navigation seals for cargo will come into effect in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), according to the Traceability Agreement. This was announced by Elimbek Kanybek uulu, head of the EAEU Coordination Department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, at a press conference at the Kabar agency. Elimbek Kanybek uulu emphasized that the implementation process will be carried out in stages. In the first stage,

The Ministry of Construction announced the cost of apartments in Bishkek and Osh.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Industrial Policy, Architecture, and Construction, Deputy Ulanbek Zhaanbaev asked the Deputy Minister of Construction about the current prices for apartments in Bishkek and Osh. Talantbek Imanakun uulu, the Deputy Minister, reported that the cost of housing offered by private construction companies in Bishkek ranges from $800 to $3000 per square meter, while in Osh, this figure is between $700 and $1500 per square meter.

Trump decided to create an emergency stockpile of certain resources

President of the United States Donald Trump announced plans to create a strategic reserve of critical minerals, as reported by Bloomberg. In the initial phase, $12 billion is planned to be allocated for the implementation of this initiative. The goal of this program is to protect American manufacturers from potential supply disruptions and to reduce dependence on imports from China. The project, named Vault, implies that the U.S. government will purchase and store minerals necessary for

The risk of Nipah virus spread in Kyrgyzstan is low

The Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance reported the current risk assessment related to the Nipah virus for Kyrgyzstan, which has been deemed low. General Overview of the Nipah Virus

Sadyr Japarov explained in detail the measures for improving the driver training system

President Sadyr Japarov visited the State Center for Vehicle and Driver Registration on February 3. During a meeting with representatives of the center, he familiarized himself with the conditions for conducting exams and the theoretical training of candidates for obtaining driver's licenses. During the visit, the president was shown how the exam is conducted using modern technologies, including artificial intelligence. This testing system completely eliminates human intervention: the

U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs to Visit Kyrgyzstan

The U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Ambassador Sergio Gore, will arrive in Kyrgyzstan from February 3 to 6, 2026, at the invitation of the Kyrgyz side, as reported by the press secretary of the president, Askhat Alagozov. During his visit, the ambassador will meet with President Sadyr Japarov.

Sadyr Japarov addressed the deputies who criticized the training duration for drivers

According to information published by the director of the "Kabar" agency, Meder Shermetaliev, on social media, President Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with citizens at the State Center for Vehicle and Driver Registration. During the discussion, he raised the issue of how the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh respond to the opinions of voters. "As soon as a group of 100-200 people starts a discussion, the deputies immediately take the microphones and try to express their opinions to

The authorities of Bishkek want to use the railway as an alternative mode of passenger transport

During the meeting, the discussion focused on how to utilize the existing railway infrastructure to create a more accessible and convenient mode of transportation for the city's residents. Among the proposals was also the launch of new bus routes, which would provide convenient transfers from bus stations and railway stations to different districts of the capital. This plan includes the integration of railway transport with the current public transport system. Additionally, the

Deputy and Deputy Minister Engaged in Verbal Dispute at Housing Committee Meeting

At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh responsible for industrial policy, construction, transport, and energy, a debate erupted between Deputy Akylbek Tumonbaev and Deputy Minister of Construction Talantbek Imanakun uulu. The main topic of discussion was the formation of prices for services and works of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, as well as the recent rise in prices in the construction sector. Deputy Tumonbaev noted that earlier

Kyrgyzstan Increases Quota for Duty-Free Import of Electric Vehicles

Kyrgyzstan will continue to provide tariff benefits for the import of electric vehicles in 2026, while significantly increasing the volume of imports. This was announced by Elimbek Kanybek uulu, head of the EAEU Coordination Department of the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic, at a press conference at the Kabar agency. In the current year, the quota for duty-free import of electric vehicles has increased from 10,000 to 15,000 units. Initially, this proposal faced some resistance from

Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic: Development of the Feasibility Study for the Construction of the Lower-Tarskaya Hydroelectric Power Station and Reconstruction of the Bystrovskaya Hydroelectric Power Station is Underway

The KRED project, as one of the initiatives aimed at addressing the electricity shortage in the country, includes the construction of the Lower-Tar Hydro Power Plant and the upgrade of the Bystrovskaya Hydro Power Plant, as reported by the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan. As part of this work, in January 2026, specialists from OJSC "Chakan HPP" together with consultants from QingYuan Engineering Consultants Ltd. conducted a field visit to the construction sites of both facilities.

EEC clarified the congestion of trucks at the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border

The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) commented on the situation related to the increase in the number of trucks at certain border crossing points between Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan. According to information from the Kazakh side, this increase in the time required for border procedures is caused by the implementation of planned measures for border control.

Subsoil users paid 3.5 billion soms in contributions to local infrastructure in 2025

- In 2025, subsoil users transferred 3.5 billion soms to the state budget, intended for the improvement and maintenance of local infrastructure. This information was announced by the Ministry of Finance. Compared to the previous year, the amount of contributions increased by almost 50%, which amounts to 1.1 billion soms. Of the total amount, 2.8 billion soms went to the republican budget, while 0.7 billion soms was allocated to local budgets. Contributions for the development of local

Akimat Specialist Appointed as Head of the Jayil District

Nurbek Duyshenov has become the new head of the rural administration of Sary-Koo, located in the Jayil district of the Chui region. The official inauguration took place on February 2, as confirmed by the signature of I. Burkanov, the head of the Jayil district state administration.

The Ministry of Construction explained who receives a salary of 500,000 soms.

During a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to issues of industrial policy, transport, and construction, Deputy Minister of Construction Talantbek Imanakun uulu clarified the situation regarding high salaries in the department. According to him, only 4–5 employees receive a salary of 500,000 soms. Deputy Bakhridin Shabazov asked about the number of workers who have such high wages. The deputy minister specified that these specialists are involved in design and preparation

Folk Legends: The Village of Eshme in the Kadamjay District, Where Traces of Ancient People Associated with Springs Are Preserved

In the picturesque mountains of the rural district Birlik in the Kadamjai region lies a village called Eshme, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. According to local residents, this village is one of the ancient abodes of the first people.

The largest oil giants knew about the violations at Kashagan long before Kazakhstan's claims.

The largest global oil corporations, such as Shell, Eni, ExxonMobil, and TotalEnergies, were aware of discrepancies in sulfur storage at the Kashagan field long before Kazakhstan initiated official proceedings. This was reported by Bloomberg, citing internal documents and correspondence from participants in the North Caspian Operating Company (NCOC) project, as conveyed by Exclusive.kz. According to the agency, the consortium's management has known about the sulfur accumulation issue at

Announcement of the creation of the world's most expensive private company

Elon Musk's space company SpaceX has announced a deal to acquire the startup xAI, which also belongs to him and specializes in artificial intelligence, according to information from CNN. The merger of these two major companies with a limited number of shareholders will lead to the creation of the most expensive private company in the world.

In the Talas District, a driver was fined for driving a car without a license.

On January 29, in the evening, employees of the Traffic Police of the Talas region recorded a case where a citizen was driving a car without a driver's license. As a result, the offender was fined 15,000 soms, and his Audi car was placed in a towing lot.

The state has returned 30 hectares of land near the Masanчы area of the city of Karakol.

The return of 30 hectares of agricultural land in the Masančy area is an important step for the state. According to information from the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), these lands were previously illegally allocated from the assets of JSC "Zhemish" and divided among its shareholders and employees located in the "Masančy" area, northwest of Karakol.

KFS conducted an inspection and player review at the "Barcelona" academy

On February 2, the Secretary General of the Kyrgyz Football Union (KFU) Mederbek Sydykov, along with Technical Director Dainis Kazakevich, visited the "Barcelona" academy located in Manas. As part of their working trip to the Jalal-Abad region, they held meetings with the management and coaching staff of the academy. During the visit, aspects of training young footballers were discussed, and an assessment of players studying on a grant basis was organized.

The state has reclaimed 30 hectares of illegally privatized land in Karakol.

In Karakol, 30 hectares of land that were previously illegally privatized have been returned. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to information from the state committee, these are agricultural lands with a total area of about 30 hectares, located in the "Masanchy" area of Karakol.

The deputy proposed to include one of the buildings on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue in the renovation program.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Industrial Policy, Transport, Fuel and Energy Complex, Architecture, and Construction on February 3, Deputy Kylchayev inquired about when the renovation in Bishkek would begin. Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Talant Imanakun uulu reported that the process of approving the master plan is currently underway, and the renovation will start after its completion.

In the Issyk-Kul Region, they teach effective management of rural water supply

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, a three-day seminar was held dedicated to the development of economically justified tariffs for water supply services, financial planning, and interaction with subscribers. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, employees of municipal enterprises, local council deputies, representatives of the ayil okmotu, as well as activists and residents of the village participated in the training.

Construction of the road to relieve the entrance to the city of Manas has begun

Construction work has begun in Manas on a new road that will connect the Bishkek-Osh highway with the Manas-Blagoveshchenka road. This information was provided by the city administration. According to officials, the main goal of this project is to reduce traffic congestion at key entry points to the city, as well as to create more comfortable conditions for drivers.

"This is a precedent." Kuanyshbek Kongantiev named the risks of the Ministry of Construction's self-sufficiency.

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on industrial policy, transport, and construction on February 3, Kongantiev raised the question of who decides on the rates at which employees of the Ministry of Construction receive their salaries. Deputy Minister Talant Imanakun uulu explained that over 2000 workers are fully self-sufficient and pay taxes. He also noted that there is a government resolution regarding the registry of paid services, the cost of which is approved by the