In its first reading, the National Assembly of France approved a bill that prohibits the use of social networks by teenagers under the age of 15. This was reported by the newspaper Figaro. The bill received significant support among the deputies: 116 voted in favor, while 23 parliamentarians opposed it.
In an article published in the authoritative American newspaper Wall Street Journal, Araghchi sharply criticized the actions of the Trump administration, noting their ineffectiveness. He called for a change in approach, suggesting that instead of pressure, respect should be used.
Today, January 27, a meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and Regulations was held in the Jogorku Kenesh, during which the draft of a new version of the text and music of the National Anthem of Kyrgyzstan was discussed. The meeting was attended by members of the commission responsible for selecting the best version of the anthem, led by the Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, Mirbek Mambetaliev. Kurmanqul
In the Kyrgyz Republic, the issue of renaming the village of Dmitrievka, located within the rural district of Jeek in the Issyk-Ata region of Chui province, is currently being discussed. Turmush previously reported that local deputies, responding to requests from some residents, agreed to change the name of the village to Esirkemish.
Today in Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, the opening ceremony of the 2026 Asian Futsal Cup took place, as reported by the Kyrgyz Football Union. According to their data, in the group stage our team "Akshumkar" will face serious opponents. The first match will be held today against Iraq.
The situation in the Middle East has escalated, reaching critical limits. On the night of January 26, an aircraft carrier strike group led by the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) entered the waters of the Persian Gulf, coming under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). These actions by the U.S. Navy are accompanied by the start of extensive military exercises, which prompted an immediate response from Iran: dozens of fighter jets were scrambled, and air defense systems were put
During the meeting, Almambet Shykmamatov informed the president about the current state of the second stage of tax system reform. An important element of the reform has been the implementation of an automated tax analysis information system known as "Salyk Kuzot". Photo by the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. Previously, GNS employees faced the necessity of manually collecting data on taxes, insurance contributions, and reporting from various sources. Now, with
Just think about it, humanity is facing new threats related to climate change, and this is not the only problem. With the increasing number of satellites and space debris in low Earth orbit, a group of researchers expresses concern that this area of space may become a source of dangerous debris threatening spacecraft attempting to ascend there, as well as releasing hazardous particles onto Earth.
At the meeting of the committee on labor, health care, women's affairs, and social issues, deputy Rustambek uulu Sovetbek voiced an initiative to hold an off-site meeting at the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Resortology and Rehabilitation, located in Vorontsovka. He noted that this proposal came from the staff of the institution, adding that it is the only center of its kind in the country, opened in 1994.
In Bishkek, the city hall has acquired a land plot of 176 square meters located at 1/3a Ch. Aitmatov Avenue. This decision was approved on January 21 by the head of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. Now, the State Agency for Management of State Property under the Cabinet is to transfer this plot to the city hall.
The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has launched an important initiative to engage with medical professionals who are currently successfully working in medical institutions in the USA, Germany, the UK, Russia, and Middle Eastern countries. An online conference, led by Deputy Ministers Bakytbek Kadyraliev and Temirbek Erkinov, provided a platform to discuss how to utilize international experience for reforming the healthcare system in the republic.
During the investigation, it became known that S. Y. met with acquaintances P. I. and M. M. the day before his death, on January 19, 2026, around 10:00 PM. After this meeting, he returned home in a state of intoxication and with bodily injuries.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the conclusion of a free trade agreement between the European Union and India, describing it as the "mother of all deals." According to data provided by BILD, this agreement affects about 25% of the global economy and a third of global trade, thereby opening new opportunities for 1.4 billion Indians and European citizens.
According to the Daily Star, the prediction of a possible global conflict has become relevant again against the backdrop of events such as rising tensions between the USA and Greenland and the rift in the transatlantic alliance. The prophecy of the end of the world has resurfaced in light of recent events, including Donald Trump's return and military actions in Ukraine. Imam Mahdi emphasized global conflicts and destruction, predicting that "earthquakes" could be a signal of an
The visit of the World Bank's Regional Director for Central Asia, Nadji Benhassine, to Kyrgyzstan provided an opportunity for a meeting with the Prime Minister and Head of the President's Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to information provided by the government, the discussion covered the current state of bilateral cooperation, prospects for joint projects, as well as issues of budget support and important legislative reforms.
During the meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 26, the effectiveness of the High Technology Park (HTP) was discussed. Deputy Seyidbek Atambaev expressed doubts about the tax revenues from the IT sector, pointing out that despite the multi-billion revenue, their contribution to the budget seems insufficiently impressive.
On January 26, 2026, a meeting took place at the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic, located in Osh, with representatives of the company "Elit-Stroy-City," which also included specialists from the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. The meeting was attended by Kasyimzhanov B.K., Ali uulu B., and Sultanov U.O. During the discussion, factors influencing the progress of construction work were presented, as well as the reasons that led to delays in the
Dear Kyrgyz people! I have decided to address you due to a matter that deeply concerns me. In recent days, my heart has been filled with bitterness because of the active spread of rumors and misunderstandings about my brother Chyngyz, which, unfortunately, tarnish his memory. I was deeply upset and cried for a long time. It has been 17 years since his passing, but some continue to discuss him as if they were his close friends or sat at the same table with him.
During the meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Nurlanbek Azygaliev asked about the availability of state lawyers in every region of the country. Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov reported that currently, 460 lawyers provide guaranteed state legal assistance in Kyrgyzstan. “We strongly encourage lawyers to work in the regions; however, this depends on their personal desire. For
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov met with Alambet Shykmatov, head of the State Tax Service, on January 27, as reported by the president's press service. During the meeting, Shykmatov spoke about the progress of the second phase of the tax reform, which centers around a new automated information system for tax analysis called "Salyk Kuzot."
Experts note that the bird count provides a rare opportunity to study both wintering and migrating species inhabiting the Issyk-Kul region, which is a key point on the migration routes of Central Asia. The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision emphasizes that such activities play an important role in biodiversity conservation and sustainable natural resource management. The results of the counts serve as a scientific basis for making management and environmental
In Kyrgyzstan, efforts are being made to establish a culture of holding celebrations and memorial services, which, according to State Secretary Arslan Koichiev, is an important part of the public and national search. He expressed his thoughts in the program "Elden Sobol" on the Kabar agency. Koichiev emphasized that in conditions where traditions and customs have a significant influence on society, an immediate rejection of them is impossible. In his opinion, changes in customs occur
Energy Minister Talaybek Ibraev officially opened the new 35/10 kV substation "T. Kulatov" and the 35 kV overhead power line "Abshir – T. Kulatov", located in the village of Kozho-Aryk of the Kulatov Ayil Okmotu in the Nookat district, managed by the Osh Electric Networks Enterprise. As explained by the ministry, the main objective of this project is to provide electricity to 1820 out of 3626 subscribers connected to 97 transformer substations of the 10 kV
In the Sokuluk district, in the city of Shopokov, a fire occurred, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Today, January 27, at 09:05, a report was received about smoke in one of the apartments of a multi-story building on Gagarin Street (New Construction). A firefighting crew from the 23rd Fire and Rescue Unit of Sokuluk was dispatched to extinguish the fire.
In the territory of the Turt-Gul rural administration, located in the southeastern part of the village of Jany-Zher, work has begun on the installation of a modern drip irrigation system on additional developed land plots related to the irrigation zone of the R-4 canal. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The project involves the installation of drip irrigation over an area of 143 hectares, and construction work started in the second half of January 2026.
From January 23 to 25, 2026, the 14th international tournament in freestyle wrestling for boys born in 2009-2011 took place in Kara-Balta, dedicated to the memory of the Master of Sports of the USSR Myrsabek Kurmanaliev. The competition featured 400 young athletes from Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan.
During today's meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and the Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft resolution on a new version of the text and music of the National Anthem of the Kyrgyz Republic was considered. The meeting gathered representatives of the commission responsible for selecting the best project for the new version of the anthem, including the Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, Mirbek
In the Kyrgyz Republic, a meeting took place where the French Ambassador Nicolas Fay and the German Ambassador Monika Lenhard made comments for AKIpress. - How does the Aachen Treaty affect cooperation between France and Germany in Kyrgyzstan? What projects are planned in the near future?
In Kyrgyzstan, as stated in the Constitution, every person has the right to qualified legal assistance. In this regard, Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov voiced the need to improve access to lawyers at the republic level during a meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation, local self-government, and the regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh. Sydykov emphasized that most licensed lawyers are concentrated in large cities, while there is a severe shortage of them in several
The Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Osh Region, Amankan Kenzhebaev, visited the Nookat District on January 23, where he became acquainted in detail with the condition of the Urkuya Salieva Museum, located in the Toolosky Aiyl Aimak. This information was provided by the press service of the presidential representative office in the Osh region. The museum, built in the 1980s using the ashar method, is currently in a deplorable state and requires serious repairs. The head of
In Kyrgyzstan, a draft law has been submitted for public discussion, aimed at regulating the activities of homeowners' associations (HOAs). The document primarily focuses on combating falsifications in the decision-making process and increasing control over the work of the board.
In the Chuy region, individuals suspected of committing murder have been arrested. This information was provided by the press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to law enforcement agencies, on January 20, 2026, at around 10:00 AM, a report was received at the duty station of the Moscow district police department from the Center for General Medical Practice stating that a 32-year-old citizen, S. Y., had died in an ambulance before reaching the hospital.
On January 26, the Development Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic signed an agreement to finance the construction of the "Kulanak" hydropower plant in the Naryn region. According to information provided by the bank, the hydropower plant will be located in the village of Kulanak on the Naryn River. The installed capacity of the plant will be 100 MW, and the expected annual electricity generation will be 435 million kWh. This will reduce the country's energy deficit by 11%.
At a press conference held in the fall of 2025, the head of the banking supervision department of the NBKR, Elizama Japarova, announced changes to the legislation, among which the adoption of the consumer lending law was significant. She emphasized that consumer loans make up the bulk of the loan portfolio.
- During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration, the following bills were adopted: - "On the ratification of the Protocol amending the Marrakech Agreement establishing the World Trade Organization (Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies)," which was adopted at the 12th Ministerial Conference of the WTO on June 17, 2022, in Geneva — in the first reading.
A study published in the journal PLOS Mental Health has shown that listening to specially selected music for just 24 minutes can significantly reduce anxiety levels. Psychologists examined the impact of music combined with soft auditory rhythms on brain function. In an experiment involving 144 adults suffering from moderate anxiety and receiving medication, participants were divided into groups: one group listened to "pink noise," while the other listened to music with rhythmic
In the high-altitude village of Togolok Moldо, located in the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, farmer Boto Kuroonkee is reviving the nearly forgotten art of camel breeding. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the ministry, the tradition of camel husbandry in Kyrgyzstan is gradually fading, but the Kuroonkee family has managed to preserve and develop this practice.
Bazarali Maksutov, a 59-year-old resident of the village of Intymak in the Manas district of the Jalal-Abad region, has been milking mares and producing kumis right in his yard for six years. Even on the coldest winter days, he does not abandon this activity. Recently, a correspondent from Turmush visited Bazarali and learned about his life and work.
67-year-old Altynkiz Borbasheva from the Talas region, who worked for 43 years as a teacher of the Kyrgyz language and literature, shared her experiences and amusing incidents from her school life. Two years ago, she concluded her career at the school where she began working after graduating from the Faculty of Philology at the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn. Born in the village of Arashan in the Talas district, Altynkiz married her neighbor, and soon they moved to
In Sokuluk, located in the Sokuluk district, there was an incident where a rescue team helped to open a jammed door in a residential building on Belinsky Street. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, 462 applications have been submitted for the appointment of benefits for children under 3 years old, as reported by Turmush correspondent Erlan Kachkynbaev, head of the district department of labor, social security, and migration. According to Kachkynbaev, there are currently 2,157 children under 3 years old living in the district, of which 889 meet the criteria established by the government decree. To date, 462 applications for benefits have been
The National Bank announced the suspension of licenses for two exchange offices due to violations of legislation and regulatory acts established by the regulator. The suspension will be in effect from January 24 to February 7, 2026, inclusive:
In accordance with the decision of the Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, the minimum sizes of authorized and regulatory capital for commercial banks have been established. This decision is recorded in the resolution of the NBKR under number 2025-П-17/71-2-(NPA), dated December 29, 2025. According to the new resolution, for new commercial banks, including branches of foreign credit organizations, the minimum authorized capital is set at no less than 3 billion soms.
Projects currently being implemented in the country were discussed On January 26, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bakyt Sydykov, held a meeting with Najy Benhassine, the regional director of the World Bank responsible for Central Asia. During this dialogue, the parties discussed issues of cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the World Bank, as reported by the ministry. Sydykov shared relevant information about the state of the country's economy, noting that in
- On January 26, 2026, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry with representatives of the Heze Peony Development Service Center (China), attended by Deputy Minister Bekten Bekbolotov. The Heze Peony Development Service Center (菏泽市牡丹发展服务中心) is a specialized center focused on the development of the peony industry in the Chinese city of Heze, which is a world leader in the production and processing of peonies.
From January 27 to 29, avalanches are forecasted in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan due to expected precipitation. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). According to the agency's information, avalanches are likely to occur on sections of the Bishkek-Osh road (198-255 km, Ala-Bel pass, Chychkan gorge) and the Karakol-Enilchek road (45-90 km, Chon-Ashuu pass), as well as the formation of snow drifts, ice crusts, and icy conditions.
An incident involving a passenger car occurred in the Alamudun district, which, in an attempt to avoid a collision with a bus that was entering the road from the shoulder, ended up in the oncoming lane and became involved in a traffic accident. The accident happened on January 21 in the village of Besh-Kungei around 08:50.