Former FIFA President Supports Idea of Boycotting the World Cup in the USA

In his message on the social network X, 89-year-old Blatter advised fans: “Stay away from the USA.” He also expressed support for Swiss anti-corruption expert Mark Pieth, who had previously warned of the possibility of strict border checks and abuse by border officials. “I agree with Mark Pieth, who raises important questions about the upcoming World Championship,” added the former FIFA president, using the hashtag #DonaldTrump. Recently, in an interview with the Swiss publication

Bishkek – Razakov: Subsidized Flights with a Single Fixed Price

Flights on the Bishkek – Razakov route continue to operate six times a week. The ticket price is now set at 4,800 soms, making it fixed (previously, the fare fluctuated between 3,600 and 5,100 soms). The new unified fare provides greater predictability and convenience for both local residents and businesses. Tickets can be easily purchased through the Asman Airlines app with instant confirmation and no additional fees.

Colonel Serik Abiev, retired from the National Security Committee, has passed away.

On January 27, 2024, at the age of 54, Colonel of the reserve Serik Kekенович Abiev passed away unexpectedly. This sad news was announced by the press service of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic. Serik Abiev was born in 1972 and successfully graduated from the Kyrgyz State National University named after J. Balasagyn in 1995, receiving a degree in "Law".

The speaker urged the government to respond to the rise in service prices.

The speaker of the upper house of parliament, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, spoke at a meeting where he reported a significant number of complaints received from citizens regarding the rise in prices for various services. He emphasized that the greatest increase in prices is observed in cafes and restaurants, where prices have risen by 10-15%.

It is necessary to resolve the issue of legalizing cars with Russian license plates, - deputy

- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 28, 2026, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev raised the issue of legalizing cars registered in Russia. According to him, many of these cars have been in impound lots for a long time.

The Ministry of Justice proposes to bring order to the real estate market

- The Ministry of Justice has presented a draft law aimed at regulating real estate practices, as reported by the organization's press service. The main goal of the document is to protect citizens from unscrupulous intermediaries, hidden commissions, and fraudulent schemes. It also aims to combat fake listings and other manifestations of so-called "wild real estate practices." These unprofessional and opaque practices create significant risks for citizens when conducting real

The production volume in Naryn increased by more than 2 billion soms

According to the results of 2025, industrial production in Naryn amounted to 2 billion 42 million 800 thousand soms. This figure exceeds last year's results by 112%. These data were presented during a meeting dedicated to the results of the socio-economic development of the city for the previous year.

A "time relay" has appeared on the streets of the city of Kara-Balta

In Kara-Balta, the installation of high-tech "timers" on streetlights has begun, which contributes to the automation of the lighting system and reduces electricity consumption. This information was announced by Kamchybek Esenbaev, head of the lighting sector of the municipal enterprise "Universal".

The deputy proposed to create a commission for complaints about vehicle licensing and the closure of driving schools.

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 28, 2026, Deputy Kuanychek Kongantieff proposed the establishment of a commission to address a number of issues in the field of transportation. He noted that recently there have been numerous complaints regarding the licensing of road transport activities and reported that this issue will be brought up for discussion in the committee on Tuesday. “We are also receiving a large number of inquiries regarding the closure of vehicles and

In the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Construction was criticized for high real estate prices

During the parliamentary session, it was also mentioned that public sector employees in the country receive salaries ranging from 30,000 to 40,000 soms, which raises questions about the fairness of the high salaries of some Ministry of Construction employees.

Kyrgyzstan and Georgia Discussed the Opening of Direct Air Communication and Tourism Development

On January 27 in Bishkek, the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, Mederbek Tumanov, met with Alexander Khvitiashvili, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia. During this meeting, the parties discussed numerous issues related to the upcoming meeting of the intergovernmental commission on trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. One of the key topics was the opening of direct air communication and the development of cooperation in the field of

Guy distributed materials of an organization banned in the KR: He was detained

A young woman was detained in Kara-Suu for distributing extremist materials. The information was provided by the press service of the Osh regional police department.

In the village of Zhaný-Talap of the Ak-Talinsky District, a major renovation of the House of Culture was carried out.

In the Naryn region, in the village of Jangy-Talap, a ceremonial opening of the renovated village House of Culture took place after the completion of major repairs. As reported by Mirgul Abylgazy kyzy, the head of the institution, the building, which had not seen significant updates for a long time, underwent substantial changes. During the renovation, new floors were installed, doors and windows were updated, and the heating system, stage curtain, and audience seats were modernized. The

A Man Illegally Held a Golden Eagle in the Kara-Kulja District

A case of illegal detention of a golden eagle, which is protected by the Red Book, has been discovered in the territory of the Kara-Kuldzhinsky district. According to information from the Osh regional department of the Service for Environmental and Technical Supervision of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, a complaint was received on January 27, 2026, regarding a local resident illegally keeping a golden eagle at home.

In the Jogorku Kenesh, there was outrage over salaries in the Ministry of Construction

In February, the Jogorku Kenesh plans to discuss the issue of high living costs in Kyrgyzstan. At a recent meeting on January 28, Deputy Akylbek Tumonbaev pointed to the words of Minister of Architecture and Construction Nurdana Oruntaev, who reported that the salaries of his department's employees reach 500,000 soms. This statement caused a wide public outcry. Tumonbaev noted that such payments fall on the shoulders of construction companies that obtain licenses, as well as on citizens

Kyrgyzstan to Attract $50 Million for School Construction in Bishkek and Chui Region

The project of the Law "On the Ratification of the Credit Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Saudi Fund for Development within the framework of the project 'Construction of Public Schools'" was approved in the Jogorku Kenesh, which was signed on October 9, 2025, in Bishkek. According to information from the Ministry of Construction, a loan of $50 million will be provided for a period of 25 years. These funds will be used for the construction of five new schools

Uzbekistan Authorities Express Concern Over Stringent Checks on Migrants in Russia

At the meeting between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, Olimjon Abdullaev, and the Russian Ambassador Alexey Erkhov, issues concerning the protection of the rights of Uzbek citizens working in Russia were discussed, as stated on the official website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan. The Uzbek delegation emphasized the need to prevent any forms of violation of the rights and human dignity of Uzbek citizens, regardless of their migration status, during inspections

In Bishkek, they are discussing artificial intelligence and data security

The national forum titled "Data and Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence" has launched in Bishkek, coinciding with the International Data Protection Day. This event has become a significant platform for discussing issues of personal data protection, as well as digital and information security against the backdrop of the active implementation of AI and digital technologies.

The Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan has developed a draft law aimed at regulating real estate activities.

The draft law, in particular, focuses on the need to protect citizens from unscrupulous intermediaries and to create conditions for transparent operations in the real estate market. It aims to overcome practices that threaten the security of transactions. The key provisions of the draft law include:

The Ministry of Justice has developed a draft law aimed at protecting against "wild real estate practices"

The Ministry of Justice has presented a new draft law aimed at organizing real estate activities. This document is designed to protect citizens from unscrupulous intermediaries, hidden commissions, as well as fraudulent schemes and fake advertisements, which are phenomena known as "wild real estate practices." These practices, characterized by unprofessionalism, lack of transparency, and aggressiveness, pose serious risks to consumers in the real estate market. The draft law has

The Jogorku Kenesh ratified the OPEC loan for providing the population with drinking water.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft law on the ratification of a loan agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the OPEC Fund for International Development was approved. This document pertains to the program "Universal Access to Water Supply and Sanitation (Phase 1)" and was signed on September 23, 2025, in Bishkek. As noted by the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, the goal of the project is to improve access to

Speaker of the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan Criticizes the Cabinet for Canceling the 15% Fee in Cafes

Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh: There is currently no worthy option for a new anthem

During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu stated that none of the proposed options for a new anthem were deemed worthy. He noted: "At yesterday's committee meeting, we listened to all the proposed options, but none of them were suitable."

The deputy proposed to extend the taxi licensing period, as only 7,500 out of 70,000 taxi drivers in Bishkek have received licenses.

- On January 28, 2026, during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev proposed the need to extend the licensing period for taxi drivers. He noted that the current license validity period expires on February 1, 2026.

In Osh, a man suspected of robbery was detained at the airport exit.

A young man suspected of theft was detained at Osh International Airport. According to information from the press service of the city police department, on January 9, 2026, a 23-year-old woman known as N.Z. reported to them.

Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh and the State Duma will discuss the problems of migrants and cargo at the border

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov raised an important issue concerning migrants. He reported a large number of appeals from citizens working in Russia.

The deputy asked the speaker to discuss the problems of Kyrgyz citizens in Russia with Volodin and Matviyenko.

At the parliament meeting on January 28, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek uulu confirmed that he plans an official trip to Russia. Dastan Jumabekov, speaking at this meeting, emphasized that Kyrgyz citizens working in Russia in the business sector are facing serious difficulties.

In the southern capital, a large-scale reconstruction of Osh Street will begin.

In the southern capital, Osh, significant reconstruction of Osh Street will begin. The city's mayor, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, along with representatives of relevant services, conducted a morning inspection of the specified street, which falls under the territorial administration of Manas-Ata. According to the press service of the mayor's office, during the inspection, plans were announced to widen this street to four lanes on the section between Raimbekov and Kasymbekov Streets. This

At Issyk-Kul, students honored the memory of a teacher who died during childbirth

In the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, an event was held in memory of Gülzat Mukhanova, a teacher who passed away during childbirth. This information was confirmed by her husband, Ulan Soodanbekov.

GNS: Issuance of electronic invoices is permitted only in the presence of a real economic transaction

The GNS notes that the detection of such violations is carried out through risk-oriented analysis and modern digital technologies. All attempts to use electronic invoices in schemes of fictitious document flow will be closely monitored and suppressed. The State Tax Service strongly advises all entrepreneurs to refrain from illegal actions and conduct their activities honestly, as the sanctions provided by law are inevitable. Participation in such schemes may lead to significant financial

A New Deputy Joined the Kant City Council

Changes have occurred in the Kant City Council: the new deputy is Renat Nurbekovich Turganaliev. This information was provided to the Turmush correspondent by the council's press service. As clarified in the message, the reason for the appointment lies in the fact that Chyngyz Kachkynbekovich Alakov, representing the political party "Yntymak," submitted a request for early resignation. As a result, his mandate was transferred to the next candidate on the party list — Renat

China will create the first astronaut robot

The Chinese company ENGINEAI Robotics Technology has entered into a strategic partnership with the aerospace firm Interstellor to develop a robot cosmonaut based on the humanoid platform PM01, as reported by Kazinform, citing Gasgoo. This project will be the first in the country to use anthropomorphic robots for space exploration and highlights the synergy between artificial intelligence technologies and aerospace engineering.

In the Kurshab Ayil Okmotu, the report for 2025 was discussed and the budget for 2026 was approved.

An open session was held in the Kurshab rural district, where the results of the work of the rural administration for 2025 and the budget planning for 2026 were discussed. This information was announced by Sakhtan Keldibaev, the head of the Kurshab rural administration.

In the residential complex, the Ministry of Construction's policy criticized for rising housing prices

At today's parliamentary session, the unsatisfactory policy of the Ministry of Construction was discussed, which, according to participants, leads to an increase in housing prices. Critical remarks were made by Akylbek Tumonbaev. Tumonbaev noted that the head of the Ministry of Construction actively shares information on social media about the high salaries of his employees, which reach 500,000 soms. "At the same time, the cost of housing on the market continues to rise. Construction

The Ministry of Labor of Kyrgyzstan has launched a hotline 5200 for victims of violence and human trafficking.

The hotline 5200 operates around the clock and is available to all citizens, providing free, anonymous, and confidential assistance. The specialists on the line are professional psychologists and counselors who have undergone special training on issues of violence and crisis assistance. The line is available throughout Kyrgyzstan through all mobile operators and operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan detained the head of the office and staff members of the Administrative Court of Osh Region.

The Speaker of the Parliament explained why the proposed options for the new anthem were rejected.

At the meeting held on January 28, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu spoke about the reasons why the texts of the new anthems of Kyrgyzstan were rejected. He reminded that the committee had discussed this issue the day before.

In Suusamyr, guys on horseback chased a wolf for an hour and a half. Upon catching up, they struck it with a shovel.

In the Suusamyr Valley of the Chui Region, an interesting incident occurred related to wolf hunting. Almanbet Mukhtarbek uulu, a local resident, along with a neighbor, attempted to catch a predator that had been spotted near a barn, and as a result, they managed to kill it using sticks as weapons. Almanbet, born in 1993, is married and raising two children—a son and a daughter. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, he shared details of the incident that took place during the wintering

A requiem rally was held in Osh in honor of the 82nd anniversary of the lifting of the blockade of Leningrad

A requiem rally was held in Osh, dedicated to the 82nd anniversary of the liberation of Leningrad from the fascist blockade. The city administration announced the holding of this commemorative event. Representatives of the city administration, the Consulate General of Russia, the Russian House in Osh, the Council of Veterans of the War in Afghanistan, the Assembly of Friendship of the Peoples of Kyrgyzstan, as well as students from local schools were present at the rally.

The President signed the law on the FOMS budget with a forecast until 2028

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov has signed a new law "On the Budget of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund under the Ministry of Health for the year 2026 and the planned period of 2027-2028." This law was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, 2024. The main task of this law is to approve the key parameters of income and expenditure of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund budget for 2026, as well as to determine the forecast indicators for 2027 and 2028.

Employees of the Administrative Court of Osh Region Detained

According to the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, employees of the Osh Administrative Court are suspected of abusing their official positions. As investigative authorities have revealed, they were involved in document forgery and fictitious employment of so-called "dead souls" within their office.

In Kyrgyzstan, 4 fires were registered in one day

In the last 24 hours, four cases of fire have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, according to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The agency reports that the fires occurred in the Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions — one in each of them.

Uzbekistan Demands Russian Authorities to Uphold the Rights of Its Citizens During Migration Raids

Photo Agency "Moscow" On January 26, Uzbekistan's Deputy Foreign Minister Olimjon Abdullaev met with Russian Ambassador Alexey Erkhov, as reported by the Foreign Ministry's press service. During the discussions, the main focus was on the issues of protecting the rights of Uzbek citizens working in Russia. The negotiations also involved the Consuls General of Uzbekistan, representatives of the Russian consular department, as well as staff from migration services and law

The reconstruction of Manas Avenue and Mederov Street will begin in the spring of 2026.

The Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, along with the heads of city services, conducted an inspection of key infrastructure facilities in the capital. During the inspection, a project for the reconstruction of a section of Manas Avenue was presented, which includes the construction of a new road interchange, the extension of Mederov Street along the Ala-Archa River, and the opening of Tabaldiev Street. The implementation of this project is expected to begin in spring 2026. After the

Black Wolves of Kyrgyzstan: Myths and Reality

In social networks among hunting and nature enthusiasts in Kyrgyzstan, videos have begun to appear reporting that a group of athlete-hunters managed to catch a rare trophy — a large black wolf. According to the hunters, the black wolf was shot in the Suusamyr Valley in December 2021. Later, it was sold for a significant amount. However, one problem arose: the hunters refused to share details about this hunt and did not provide a more accurate description of the trophy, without explaining the

The GKNB detained employees of the Administrative Court of the Osh Region for employing "dead souls"

On January 28, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the discovery of abuses of official authority among employees of the Administrative Court of Osh Region. According to the investigation, O.N.O., A.u.B., and K.u.B. provided false information about the employment activities of fictitious employees, known as "dead souls."

Resume of Baatyrbek Korgonbaev, dismissed from the position of First Deputy Akim

Batken Region, Kadamjay District — the first deputy akim, Baatyrbek Korgonbaev Karimovich, has been relieved of his duties, reports Turmush correspondent. At the time of his dismissal, he was 42 years old. He held the mentioned position for four years.

An Inclusive Elevator Installed in the Underground Passage of Manas City

An inclusive platform-lift has been installed in the Manas underground passage, designed for people with limited physical abilities, as well as for parents with strollers. According to the press service of the city administration, this decision was made as part of a program aimed at creating an inclusive environment to improve the quality of life and meet the social needs of citizens.