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The heads of Airbus Europe and BBAM Leasing will assist Kyrgyzstan in exiting the EU's "blacklist."

At the meeting, the president emphasized the importance of strategic cooperation with Airbus Europe and noted that Kyrgyzstan attaches great importance to the agreement signed today regarding the expansion of the fleet. Additionally, he mentioned that Kyrgyzstan is in the final stages of the process of being removed from the EU's blacklist in the field of aviation safety. Japarov reported that the final audit is scheduled for this month and asked company representatives to consider

05.03.2026, 16:20
Daiyrbek Orunbekov commented on the deputy's opinion about increasing the water tariff
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Daiyrbek Orunbekov commented on the deputy's opinion about increasing the water tariff

Recently, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Tabildy Muratbekov has come under criticism for his proposal to raise tariffs on drinking water. Many citizens disagree with his initiative. Daiyrbek Orunbekov, who holds the position of head of the information policy service of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan, commented on this matter. He noted: "Overall, the deputy is right. We must acknowledge that clean water is used very wastefully. The reason is that it costs very little. I

05.03.2026, 16:20
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The 2026 Agricultural Census Will Provide a Real Picture of the Agricultural Sector, - National Statistics Committee

On the air of the radio, the chief specialist of the National Statistical Committee for statistical censuses and geoinformation systems, Baktybek Orozbaev, shared information about the preparation for the agricultural census scheduled for 2026. “It has been about 22–23 years since the last census was conducted. In 2002–2003, this procedure was carried out in two stages: first, crop production was analyzed, and then livestock. During this time, significant changes have occurred,” Orozbaev noted.

05.03.2026, 16:02
Kasymaev criticized the delay in the construction of the children's hospital and instructed to complete the project by June
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Kasymaev criticized the delay in the construction of the children's hospital and instructed to complete the project by June

During his working trip to medical institutions in Bishkek and the Chui region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev visited several facilities. One of the key inspection sites was the Bishkek City Children's Clinical Emergency Hospital. During the inspection, Kasymaliev expressed dissatisfaction with the delays in the construction of the new emergency room building, which is expected to significantly improve the existing

05.03.2026, 15:53
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Sadyr Japarov met with the leaders of Airbus Europe and BBAM Leasing companies.

On March 5, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with Johan Pelissier, President of Airbus Europe, and Maurice Prendergast, Senior Vice President of BBAM Leasing. During the conversation, issues regarding the increase of the country's fleet with new aircraft and strengthening cooperation in civil aviation were discussed, as reported by the information agency of the presidential administration. The President emphasized the importance of expanding mutually beneficial cooperation

05.03.2026, 15:52
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A fire occurred at the market in the village of Kurshab

A fire broke out in a building materials store in the market located in the village of Kurshab, in the Uzgen district. According to preliminary information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the fire alarm was received on March 5. The flames erupted in a retail outlet selling building materials. To extinguish the fire, forces from two fire brigades were promptly dispatched:

05.03.2026, 15:51
Spring in Bishkek made a vibrant statement – tulip festival in photos by the agency "Kabar"
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Spring in Bishkek made a vibrant statement – tulip festival in photos by the agency "Kabar"

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, spring is manifesting itself in all its glory, and this can be seen at the tulip festival that has filled Bishkek with vibrant colors and fresh scents. The event has become a true celebration, attracting numerous visitors. The exhibition features a variety of tulip species: from delicate pastels to bright reds and sunny yellows. The flowers are neatly arranged, creating the effect of living paintings, and attract the attention of all who pass by. Guests are

05.03.2026, 15:50
Hospital No. 2 must be fully equipped with equipment by April - Kasymaliev
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Hospital No. 2 must be fully equipped with equipment by April - Kasymaliev

Serious problems have been identified at the Bishkek City Multidisciplinary Clinical Hospital No. 2. The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers reported that despite the completion of construction of some blocks in 2022, the institutions cannot fully operate due to a lack of medical equipment. The situation worsened during the transfer of medical institutions from the jurisdiction of the city hall to the Ministry of Health.

05.03.2026, 15:43
Three Foreigners Wanted by Interpol Detained in Kyrgyzstan
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Three Foreigners Wanted by Interpol Detained in Kyrgyzstan

Three individuals wanted internationally have been detained in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. The first to be detained was a 52-year-old citizen L.S.V. in the capital, who is wanted by Kazakhstan. He is accused of organizing a criminal group, committing fraudulent actions, and embezzling an amount of 183.6 million tenge.

05.03.2026, 15:30
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The Housing Committee approved in the third reading a loan and grant from the IBRD for $31.79 million

- During the meeting of the Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration, a bill was adopted "On the Ratification of the Agreement on Financing and the Grant Agreement for the project 'Phase 1 for the Kyrgyz Republic under the 'One Health' Program to Prevent Pandemics, Ensure the Resilience of Food Systems, and the Health of Ecosystems in Central Asia," which was signed on July 11, 2025, in Bishkek. This bill received approval in the third

05.03.2026, 15:18
Traffic on the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart road has been restored
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Traffic on the Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart road has been restored

On the section of the road Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart, within the 297-305 kilometer range, the work on snow removal and avalanche elimination has been completed. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The ministry reported that vehicle movement has now resumed in both directions. However, there is still a risk of avalanches in this section. In case of emergency situations, road services are prepared to respond quickly and have the

05.03.2026, 15:18
Kasymaliev inspected hospitals in Bishkek and Chui Region
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Kasymaliev inspected hospitals in Bishkek and Chui Region

During his working trip, the Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited several hospitals in Bishkek and the Chui region. This was reported by the press service of the government. The purpose of the visit was to observe the construction process of new medical facility buildings and identify issues with their material and technical support.

05.03.2026, 15:11
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In Osh, the activities of a drug group have been suppressed

In the city of Osh, the activities of a criminal group involved in drug trafficking, specifically the distribution of Afghan-origin hashish in large quantities, have been halted. According to information provided by the press service of the State Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on March 2, as part of the operation "Den", a citizen named K.S.D., born in 1989, was detained while attempting to sell the narcotic substance.

05.03.2026, 15:11
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From March 20 to April 10, 2026, a nationwide agricultural census will take place in Kyrgyzstan.

From March 20 to April 10, 2026, a nationwide agricultural census will take place in Kyrgyzstan. This was announced on the air of the radio station by Elmira Alymkulova, head of the office of the National Statistical Committee of the KR. According to Alymkulova, the purpose of this census is to gather comprehensive information about the state of agriculture in the country, including the number of farms, livestock, the presence of buildings, agricultural machinery, as well as the use of

05.03.2026, 14:56
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Kyrgyzstan purchases two Airbus A321ceo aircraft

The material was prepared by K-News. Permission from the editorial office of K-News is required for copying or partial use. The signing ceremony of the agreement between OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" and the company "BBAM Aircraft Leasing & Management" took place at the President's Administration. Under this agreement, Kyrgyzstan is acquiring two aircraft of the "Airbus A321ceo" model.

05.03.2026, 14:54
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs withdraws the bill on testing drivers on the road for traffic violations

As reported by the press secretary of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Askhat Alagozov, the Ministry of Internal Affairs has withdrawn the draft law that proposed on-site testing of drivers using tablets for traffic violations. This decision was made at the direction of President Sadyr Japarov, who took into account the criticism voiced by the public regarding this initiative. Previously, the authorities proposed a new method for combating traffic rule violators. In accordance with the

05.03.2026, 14:53
Passenger traffic in Kyrgyzstan increased by 52% over five years – Kasymaliev
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Passenger traffic in Kyrgyzstan increased by 52% over five years – Kasymaliev

In Kyrgyzstan, from 2021 to 2025, there was a significant increase in the number of passengers served on domestic and international flights, amounting to 52%. This information was announced by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the President's Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev. He also noted that the number of flights during the same period increased by 53%. “In 2021, there were 5 airports operating in the country, and currently all airports of the republic are

05.03.2026, 14:51
What Barriers Businesswomen Face in Kyrgyzstan, as Reported by the Guarantee Fund
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What Barriers Businesswomen Face in Kyrgyzstan, as Reported by the Guarantee Fund

During the opening ceremony of the "Ring the Bell for Gender Equality" trading event, Reina Kurmankozhoeva, Deputy Chair of the Board of the Joint Stock Company "Guarantee Fund," raised an important issue regarding the difficulties faced by women entrepreneurs in Kyrgyzstan when it comes to lending. One of the main problems is the lack of collateral. According to her, many women have limited property assets registered in their names and face challenges in accessing

05.03.2026, 14:46
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Kyrgyzstan Purchases Two More Airbus Aircraft for "Asman Airlines". Agreement Signed

In the administration of the President of Kyrgyzstan, a ceremony was held to sign an agreement for the acquisition of two Airbus A321ceo aircraft. This event took place on March 5, as reported by the government press service. The document was signed by Manasbek Samidinov, who heads the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," and Steve Zissis, the CEO of BBAM Aircraft Leasing & Management.

05.03.2026, 14:44
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Vice Speaker and Deputy Exchange Sharp Statements Again

At the recent parliament session, Vice-Speaker Mederbek Aliyev and Deputy Ulukbek Karybek uulu exchanged sharp remarks with each other. On March 5, Karybek uulu, addressing his colleagues, noted that producers should be held accountable for the quality of their products. According to him, the laws passed in parliament are not subjected to proper quality control.

05.03.2026, 14:36
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan withdraws the bill on conducting testing with a tablet for traffic rule violators.

Author of the material: K-News. Copying or partial use is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. The Ministry of Internal Affairs has decided to withdraw the bill that was submitted to the Jogorku Kenesh and proposed testing drivers who violated traffic rules using tablets. This was reported by the press secretary of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Askat Alagozov.

05.03.2026, 14:30
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Iran vs. USA: Technological Capabilities of Countries on the Battlefield

The material was prepared by K-News. Permission from the K-News editorial team is required for copying or partial use. When comparing military capabilities, it is important to consider not only military strength but also the economic and educational situation in the countries. Many experts argue that Iran, once a developed monarchy, has fallen victim to sanctions, transforming into a third-world country; however, such generalizations are not always accurate.

05.03.2026, 14:28
Kyrgyzstan to Acquire Two Airbus A321ceo Aircraft for Modernization of Air Fleet
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Kyrgyzstan to Acquire Two Airbus A321ceo Aircraft for Modernization of Air Fleet

Today, in the Intymak Ordo, an agreement was signed between OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" and BBAM Aircraft Leasing & Management regarding the acquisition of two Airbus A321ceo aircraft for the country. This stage was announced by the press service of the government, where the chairman of the board of OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," Manasbek Samidinov, and the CEO of BBAM Aircraft Leasing & Management, Steve Zissis, signed the document.

05.03.2026, 14:16
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Kyrgyzstan Returned 80,520 Seedlings from Uzbekistan Back

The checkpoint "Kyzyl-Kiya" of the Batken Department of the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Regional Development did not allow seedlings from Uzbekistan to pass through, as they did not undergo quarantine phytosanitary control. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The entire batch, consisting of 80,520 seedlings, was prohibited from being imported into the country. This decision

05.03.2026, 14:12
Former akim of Alamedinsky district and other officials detained in a corruption case during the land amnesty
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Former akim of Alamedinsky district and other officials detained in a corruption case during the land amnesty

The procedure for recognizing residential houses as legal was conducted with violations. As part of the investigation into the corruption case related to the land amnesty, several individuals were detained, including the former akim of the Alamudun district, according to the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to law enforcement data, on May 10, 2023, the land amnesty commission of the Alamudun district recognized residential buildings located in

05.03.2026, 14:11
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In Kochkor District, they celebrate the Day of the Ak Kalpak: Parade and Festive Program

Day of the Ak Kalpak in the Kochkor District: Festive Parade and Events Turmush — On March 5, the celebration of the Day of the Ak Kalpak took place in the Kochkor District, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. Officials from the district state administration, as well as employees from various institutions and enterprises, including representatives of the айыл окмоту, participated in the ceremony.

05.03.2026, 14:09
A World Conference on Peonies Took Place in Bishkek
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A World Conference on Peonies Took Place in Bishkek

A conference titled "World Peony Conference - 2026" was held in Bishkek, marking the first of its kind in Central Asia and Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. Among the participants were the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov, the Ambassador of China to Kyrgyzstan Liu Jiangping, as well as representatives from a Chinese

05.03.2026, 14:02
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In the Osh Region, the agricultural exhibition "Agro Expo" is taking place

In the Osh region, an agro-technical exhibition called "Agro Expo" is taking place. Among the participants of the event is the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erlis Akunbekov. According to the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, the minister familiarized himself with the exhibition, which showcases various samples of agricultural machinery, seedlings, seeds, and agrochemical products. During the event, he also

05.03.2026, 13:58
The Ministry of Internal Affairs withdraws the controversial bill on on-site testing of drivers for violations
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs withdraws the controversial bill on on-site testing of drivers for violations

The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has decided to withdraw the bill that was presented to the Jogorku Kenesh, which proposed testing drivers on-site using tablet devices in the event of traffic violations. According to the press secretary of the president, Askat Alagozov, this decision was made at the instruction of President Sadyr Japarov, who took into account the justified critical remarks expressed by the public regarding this initiative.

05.03.2026, 13:56
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In Uzgen, the funerals of 4 young children who died in a fire are taking place.

Turmush — In the village of Myrza-Aryk in the Uzgen district, the funeral of four young children who tragically died in a fire that occurred the night before is taking place on March 5. They were all relatives: cousins, the children of two brothers. Jibek Tanykulova, the children's aunt, spoke about the incident. She reported that at the time of the tragedy, three children of her younger brother and one son of her older brother were in the house.

05.03.2026, 13:53
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The Kyrgyzstan police detained foreigners who were on an international wanted list.

The author of the material is K-News. Any copying or partial use is possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. Employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan conducted successful operational-search activities, as a result of which three foreign citizens, who were on international wanted lists at the request of Interpol, were detained.

05.03.2026, 13:51
An exhibition about Urkuye Salieva will open in Bishkek
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An exhibition about Urkuye Salieva will open in Bishkek

In Bishkek, at the Memorial House-Museum of M.V. Frunze, an exhibition titled "Urkuya Salieva - a symbol of courage and freedom" will open on March 6. This exhibition is dedicated to the life of Urkuya Salieva, who is one of the most prominent figures of the time of social change in Kyrgyzstan.

05.03.2026, 13:50
The international exhibition-fair "AgroExpo-2026" has started in Osh.
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The international exhibition-fair "AgroExpo-2026" has started in Osh.

The international agricultural technology exhibition titled "AgroExpo-2026" has opened in Osh. This information was provided by the regional representative office. High-ranking guests at the grand opening included the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov, the Presidential Representative in the Osh Region Amankan Kenjebayev, and the Mayor of Osh Janarbek Akayev.

05.03.2026, 13:37
The drainage system problem in the village of Savay will be fully resolved by 2026 — Ministry of Agriculture
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The drainage system problem in the village of Savay will be fully resolved by 2026 — Ministry of Agriculture

The drainage problem in the village of Savay, located in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, will be finally resolved by 2026. This was announced by Almaz Zheenaliev, Deputy Minister and Head of the Water Resources Department, at a meeting of the Council of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. As part of international cooperation, work is already underway in the village of Savay to create a collector-drainage network. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the previously

05.03.2026, 13:37