Tajikistan denies reports of the death of 16 Afghans at a coal mine

Restrictions on the Import of Animals from India Introduced in Kyrgyzstan

The import ban applies to animals susceptible to the Nipah virus. The veterinary service urges citizens to avoid purchasing animal products of questionable origin and to pay attention to the presence of necessary veterinary accompanying documents. The Nipah virus is a dangerous zoonotic disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans. The situation regarding this issue is under constant monitoring by the relevant authorities.

National Bank: The total amount of money in circulation as of January 1, 2026, amounted to 300.8 billion soms

In the IV quarter of 2025, the commercial banks of the country received 1,680,175.6 million soms in their cash registers, which is 264,920.6 million soms, or 18.7 percent, more compared to the IV quarter of 2024. The dynamics of cash inflows to banks is presented in Chart 1:

In Kyrgyzstan, 48 cases of maternal mortality were registered in 2025

In Kyrgyzstan, there has been an increase in cases of maternal mortality in 2025, as reported by Health Minister Kanaybek Dosmambetov at a ministry board meeting. During this period, 48 cases were registered, corresponding to a rate of 34.8 per 100,000 live births. This figure is 35.4% higher than last year, when 36 cases were recorded (25.7 per 100,000). The minister noted that maternal and child mortality rates are important markers of the state of healthcare and must remain a focus, as they

The volume of cash in circulation in Kyrgyzstan increased by 24.4%

According to the report from the National Bank, at the end of the IV quarter of 2025, there was a noticeable increase in cash in circulation in Kyrgyzstan, as well as an increase in the volumes of cash inflows and withdrawals in commercial banks. As of January 1, 2026, the total amount of cash reached 300 billion 778.3 million soms. Of this amount, 36 billion 166.7 million soms were held in bank cash registers, while 264 billion 611.6 million soms were outside the banking system. This means

The Cabinet continues to transform land in Uzun-Kyr into an industrial-logistics center

- The Cabinet of Ministers is actively engaged in the transformation of land plots in the Uzun-Kyr district, located in the Issyk-Ata region, for the creation of a trade and logistics center. According to the resolution issued on January 19, 2026, a plot of 5 hectares, previously used as irrigated arable land, has been reclassified from agricultural land to land designated for industry, transport, and communications, as well as other needs.

Kyrgyzstan and Austria Discussed the Issue of Opening a Tourism School at Issyk-Kul

According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Education, Kyrgyzstan and Austria held discussions regarding the establishment of a tourism school at Issyk-Kul.

Infant mortality in Kyrgyzstan decreased by 4.2%

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan reported a decrease in infant mortality, as announced by Health Minister Kanbek Dosmambetov at a meeting of his department's board. According to the minister, the infant mortality rate was 13.5 per 1,000 live births, which represents a 4.2% decrease compared to the previous year.

Exchange rates for January 29

As of January 29, 2026, the National Bank has summarized the official exchange rates of foreign currencies against the som. Comparison with the previous day shows the following data:

Import of animals from India to Kyrgyzstan temporarily restricted due to Nipah virus

As of January 28, 2025, temporary measures regarding the import of animals and animal products from India have been implemented in Kyrgyzstan. This decision was made by the Veterinary Service for Animal Husbandry, Pastures, and Feed in response to reported cases of the Nipah virus, as stated by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The measures taken aim to protect the veterinary and sanitary safety of the country.

Visibility in Bishkek and the Chui Valley may drop to 500 meters

According to data provided by the Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, fog is expected in Bishkek and the Chui Valley over the next three hours. Due to deteriorating weather conditions, visibility on the roads may decrease to 500 meters.

Rosa Rasulbek kyzy became the best player of the tournament in the Maldives. Photo

The athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Roza Rasulbek kyzy, was named the best player of the international volleyball tournament held in the Maldives. According to the Volleyball Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic via Sport AKIpress, the Beefaan 2026 tournament took place from January 15 to 23 and gathered six teams, including legionnaires from India, Sri Lanka, and Kyrgyzstan.

A moratorium on tax audits for businesses has been introduced in Kyrgyzstan until the end of 2026.

On January 28, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, signed a decree that establishes a temporary moratorium on tax control for business entities. This measure is aimed at supporting businesses and stimulating their development, improving the investment climate, protecting the rights of entrepreneurs, as well as preventing excessive interference from government bodies in their operations.

Kyrgyzstan and China to Conduct Joint Research on the History of the Kyrgyz People

On January 28, during a meeting with Gao Xiang, the president of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences, the Secretary of State of the Kyrgyz Republic, Arslan Koichiev, discussed issues related to scientific cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and China, as well as the interaction of analytical centers from both countries. Koichiev noted that Gao Xiang is a recognized expert in the history of China, particularly during the Qing dynasty, and his views on contemporary international relations generate

The Mayor of Osh Criticized the Quality of Food at "Zhetigen" School

During a morning raid, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, visited the "Zhetigen" school to assess the conditions created for students. City press service specialists reported that during the inspection, he expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of food in the school cafeteria. Toktorbaev noted that the food prepared for the children was not up to standard and demanded that responsible parties take measures to rectify the situation. Additionally, the mayor instructed the

Folk Legends: The Mountain in the Chui Region Where Genghis Khan's Treasures May Be Hidden

Mount Batyy, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, is known among locals by another name — Botvey. With a height of 3,800 meters, this natural landmark is situated in a hard-to-reach rocky area, dividing the mountains of the Issyk-Ata district into two zones: Batyy and Ayak-Kol.

Asian Cup: Match Review Kyrgyzstan - Iran. Video

In the first round of the group stage, which took place on January 27, Kyrgyz futsal players faced the team from Iraq. As a result, the game ended with a score of 4:2 in favor of the Iraqi national team.

WHO warns of possible further spread of the Nipah virus

The Nipah virus is a deadly disease for which there is currently no vaccine or specific treatment. Recently, a local outbreak of the disease was recorded in West Bengal: five cases have been confirmed, including a doctor, a nurse, and a healthcare worker. As a result, about 100 people who were in contact with the infected individuals have been placed under quarantine.

The fastest economic growth rates in Central Asia: a Kazakh expert listed the changes in Kyrgyzstan

In an interview with the Kabar agency, Aydar Amrebaev, director of the Center for Comparative Political Studies of Kazakhstan, highlighted the changes that have occurred in Kyrgyzstan since the inauguration of President Sadyr Japarov. The expert noted that under Japarov's leadership, the country has experienced economic growth of 11.1% — one of the highest rates in Central Asia. “The nationalization of the Kumtor deposit has been a significant step. Previously, the proceeds from its

Kasymaiev announced the transition from a social budget to a development budget

At a meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Finance, where the results of the department's work for 2025 were discussed, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, noted that the results of the Ministry of Finance's work this year are impressive. He emphasized that in recent years, the country has seen noticeable economic growth and financial stability.

History teachers from the Alay District raised the issue of equalizing salary coefficients

The question of the necessity to equalize salary coefficients was raised by history teachers from the Alaï district of the Osh region. This was reported by Kenjegul Su laymanova, who holds the position of head of the history teachers' section in this district. According to her, a group of educators sent a request to the Minister of Education, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, asking to align the coefficients used for the salaries of history teachers with those for primary school teachers and

Representatives of Kyrgyzstan and Austria Discussed the Establishment of a Tourism School at Issyk-Kul

On January 27, a video conference took place with the participation of the Minister of Education Dogdurkül Kendirbaeva and the Austrian delegation. According to the press service of the ministry, the meeting was dedicated to issues of bilateral cooperation in the field of vocational, technical, and tourism education, as well as technology exchange in accordance with the previously signed Joint Statement.

In Chui Region, 80 social facilities and 150 km of roads will be repaired

The second stage of debureaucratization has begun in the Chui region, initiated by President Sadyr Japarov, which will affect local self-government bodies. According to Azamat Osmonov, the presidential representative in the region, a project is planned to be implemented by 2026 for the construction of new educational and medical institutions, as well as to carry out major repairs of existing infrastructure. In particular, the plans include the renovation of 80 social facilities, 150 kilometers

Entrepreneurs in the city of Kara-Kul were informed that they cannot include charges beyond the menu prices in the bill.

On January 28, a meeting was held in Kara-Kul with representatives of businesses operating in the food service sector. The press service of the city administration reported on this event. Participants in this event included Manas Abdykalykov, the deputy mayor, and Talaybek Umetov, the head of the Kara-Kul office of the State Tax Service in the Jalal-Abad region.

Life in the Regions: A Father of Eight Sons from Alai Dives into the Karaganda Pond Despite the 40-Degree Frost

Nurlan Jumabaev, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, has been living in Karaganda, Kazakhstan for many years. He is passionate about hunting, fishing, and hardening his body.

The National Bank warns: fraudsters are posing as officials of the NBKR

A group of scammers impersonating high-ranking officials of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan is actively sending messages through messengers. They contact employees of organizations under the control of the National Bank, claiming that there are supposed problems and ask them to get in touch with a certain "coordinator." This "coordinator" then demands access to confidential information and documents of the organizations under various pretexts.

Salaries Promised to Double for Employees of the Municipal Enterprise in Osh

In the city hall of Osh, an event was held to plant trees along the road leading to the airport, where 300 saplings of plane trees were planted. During the event, representatives of the municipal enterprise "Utility and Landscaping Combine" were announced that their salaries would be doubled starting this year.

Five Years of Sadyr Japarov's Presidency: Hundreds of Schools and Kindergartens Built

On January 28, 2023, the fifth anniversary of Sadyr Japarov's presidency is celebrated. During this period, significant changes have been made in the country's education system under his leadership. The Ministry of Education reported that the main focus has been on updating and constructing educational infrastructure.

Amazon will cut 16,000 employees

In its recent statement, Amazon, one of the world's leading online retailers, announced its intention to cut about 16,000 jobs. This decision follows layoffs that began earlier in October. “We continue to optimize our structure, and in the process of these reductions, we will support everyone affected by these changes,” the company noted in its message.

A new kindergarten with 250 places has opened in Talas. The "Alliance Altyn" Development Fund supported the complete reconstruction and equipping of the building.

The 'Alliance Altyn' Development Fund provided support in financing all the work for the reconstruction and equipping of the new kindergarten. As a result, the interior spaces were updated, new furniture and kitchen equipment were installed, plumbing systems were replaced, as well as internal and external doors, and electrical systems were modernized. It is noteworthy that the 'Alliance Altyn' Fund has supported 145 projects in the field of education during its activity,

Taalatbek Masadykov has been relieved of his duties as Deputy Secretary General of the CSTO

The president has signed a decree for his dismissal. Notification that Taalatbek Masadykov is no longer holding the position of Deputy Secretary General of the CSTO was received from the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan. He has been replaced by Mirlan Turgunbekov. The head of state has already signed the necessary documents. Photo www

Adylbek Kasymaliev Familiarized Himself with the Activities of the National Investment Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, held an introductory meeting to learn about the work of the National Investment Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic. The relevant information was provided by the government’s press service. During the visit, Kasymaliev met with the Fund's employees, emphasizing the need for coordinated and effective work of the institution. He noted that the Fund should demonstrate

The import of animals from India has been temporarily banned in Kyrgyzstan.

Starting from January 28, 2023, restrictions will be imposed in Kyrgyzstan on the import of animals that may be susceptible to the Nipah virus, as well as on animal products from India. This decision was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources and Regional Development. The ministry noted that such measures are necessary to ensure veterinary and sanitary safety for the population following the detection of cases of the Nipah virus.

The Housing Committee Supported Amendments to the Law on Non-Tax Revenues

At its last meeting, the Jogorku Kenesh supported the initiative to amend the Code on non-tax revenues. This information was announced by Ruslan Suynaliev, Deputy Minister of Finance.

A lift for people with disabilities has been installed in Manas, but cases of vandalism are already being reported.

Turmush — An inclusive platform lift has been installed in the underground passage of Manas, designed for citizens with disabilities and parents with strollers. “This initiative aims to create an inclusive environment in the city, paying attention to the social needs of the population and improving the quality of life,” noted representatives of the city hall.

Customs Officers Prevented the Import of 11.8 kg of Banned Fishing Nets

During the inspection of postal shipments arriving from the People's Republic of China, employees of the Main Directorate for Combating Smuggling at the "Railway Station" customs clearance zone of the "Northern" railway customs discovered synthetic fishing nets weighing a total of 11.80 kg, which are prohibited for import into the territory of Kyrgyzstan. According to the State Customs Service, a representative of the company OsOO "R.K." stated that he was

The speaker met with member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China Gao Xian.

The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, held a meeting with a delegation headed by Gao Xiang, a member of the Central Committee of the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of China and President of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. According to the press service of the parliament, the participants of the meeting discussed various aspects of the development of political, economic, and cultural ties between the two countries, with an emphasis on inter-parliamentary

Canada has tightened control over visa issuance for the 2026 World Cup

In anticipation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will take place from June 11 to July 19 in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, the Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada is tightening the review of visa applications. According to the Globe and Mail, this measure is aimed at preventing a potential increase in asylum requests. The publication states that the department is carefully analyzing visa applications from football fans intending to attend the tournament. The main objective

Trump's World Council Breaks Through the BRICS Wall

The launch of the World Council by Trump was perceived as an attempt to change the international order established after World War II. Despite mockery and accusations of imperial ambitions, this initiative represents the most serious effort to create an alternative to the UN. Initially, the Council was planned as a tool to assist the Gaza sector following a recent conflict, but Trump quickly expanded its functions, which sparked criticism and suspicions of an intention to undermine the

A Turkish Expert's Perspective on Sadyr Japarov's Politics

Professor Toghrul Ismail, a specialist in international relations and law, as well as the head of the Department of Political History at Kahramanmaraş University (Turkey), shared his opinion with the Kabar agency regarding the progress made in Kyrgyzstan since Sadyr Japarov took office as president. He emphasized that the country is focused on implementing its planned socio-economic goals. Additionally, Ismail noted that Japarov has significantly expanded Kyrgyzstan's foreign policy

The State Duma approved amendments to the investment law in the first reading

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the draft law "On Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic 'On Investments in the KR'" was approved in the first reading. The proposal came from the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.

The Historical Turn of Sadyr Japarov's Presidency

The political history of Kyrgyzstan, filled with revolutions and sudden resignations, created the impression that the last five years could not be so significant. Nevertheless, the results of Sadyr Japarov's presidency speak for themselves. Russian expert Vladimir Lubyanko noted important achievements during this period in an interview with the publication "Kabar".

Life in the Regions: In Batken, 34-year-old Zaripa Bazarbay kyzy gave birth to her ninth child

Eldar Yusubaliev, a 39-year-old resident of the village of Chon-Kara in the Tört-Gül ayil district, and his 34-year-old wife Zaripa Bazarbay kyzy are now raising nine children. Recently, their family welcomed a ninth daughter, whom they named Sabina. Eldar shared his joy: "Thank God, both my wife and daughter are in good health. We are happy that the Almighty has blessed us with six daughters and three sons. Our oldest child is already 15 years old. If it pleases the Almighty, we will be

In Bazar-Korgon, with a population of 200,000, there are only 3 ambulances.

In the Bazar-Korgon district, where more than 200,000 people live, there are currently only three ambulances in operation. Two of these vehicles serve mountainous areas, while one serves the population within a distance of up to 100 kilometers. This was reported by Batyrbek Subankulov, the chief physician of the Bazar-Korgon District Center for General Medical Practice named after Bekmurza Ismailov. According to Subankulov, the issue of the shortage of ambulances is on the agenda. “Updating our

The Jogorku Kenesh adopted amendments to the Law "On Investments" in the first reading

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, held today, January 28, the deputies approved in the first reading a draft law concerning amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Investments in the Kyrgyz Republic." The initiator of this draft law was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. The Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, Mederbek Tumanov, explained that this project is aimed at eliminating legal conflicts. According to him, the proposed changes will help accurately

The deputy inquired about the reason for high interest rates in commercial banks.

During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Kubanychbek Samakov raised the issue of high interest rates on loans in commercial banks. He noted that these institutions offer loans at 15%-20% per annum, while international financial organizations provide loans to Kyrgyzstan at a rate of only 0.5%-1%, which are then ratified by parliament. “What is the reason for this gap? What measures are being taken to reduce it?” he inquired.

In Chui Region, six development priorities have been identified

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a meeting took place with the participation of Azamat Osmonov, the presidential representative in the Chui region, and representatives of the local business community. The agenda included discussions on issues related to the social and economic progress of the region.

Land plots of the stadium in Nookat, transferred to private ownership, have been returned to the municipality.

In the Nookat district, land plots that were previously privately owned have returned to the municipality. This was reported by Shukurullo Sattarov, the head of the Ayil Okmotu of the Gulistan rural district in the Osh region. Sattarov noted that all plots related to the stadium, which were owned by eight different individuals, are now back under the control of the municipality.