In recent days, information about the possible involvement of the father of the Jogorku Kenesh deputy Chyngyz Azhibaev in an organized crime group has been actively discussed on social media. This was reported by deputy Ismanali Joroev at a parliamentary meeting. He noted that such rumors raise serious concerns in society.
On February 25, the world premiere of the multi-part documentary project titled "Dominic West: Kyrgyzstan," also known internationally as Beyond the Silk Road, took place at the VUE Cinema Leicester Square in London. According to the Ministry of Culture, members of the film crew, representatives of international cultural organizations, and numerous guests attended the ceremonial premiere. The evening was opened under the guidance of Alexandra Tolstoy, Clarke Peters, and Dominic West.
Today, a discussion took place in the Jogorku Kenesh regarding amendments to several codes related to the return of the term "recidivism" to legislation. One of the most controversial proposals was the amendment to Article 50 of the Criminal Code, according to which "causing harm while lawfully performing duties, as well as actions aimed at protecting sovereignty and constitutional order... shall not be considered a crime."
Murad Zhetimishbaev, a well-known public figure and sanjyrachi, expressed concerns in one of his interviews about a possible rift between President Sadyr Japarov and the former head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) Kamchybek Tashiev, noting that such anxiety is present among many citizens. In response to these concerns, the state information agency "Kabar" reached out to the head of state for clarifications regarding the current situation and future prospects.
According to the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, as of January 1, 2026, there are 5,547 job vacancies in the country. The official unemployment rate is 1.3%. Currently, 56,500 people are registered with employment services, of which 38,100 are classified as unemployed. Kamchybek Dosmatov, the First Deputy Minister of Labor, analyzed the current state of the employment assistance system during a departmental meeting. He noted that the unemployment rate is significantly lower
A new emergency medical assistance department has been launched at the Suzak Territorial Hospital, as announced by the chief physician of the institution, Akzhol Turgunbaev. The department has four beds for patients.
Athletes from the At-Bashinsky district are preparing for the international belt wrestling competitions, which will take place in Kazakhstan. According to information provided by the district sports school, an international festival-tournament dedicated to the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan will be held in Kazakhstan from February 27 to 28, 2026. The best wrestlers from various countries will participate in this event.
In the forest located behind the Tokmok bus station in the Chui region, local residents discovered piles of dead fish. According to testimonies from city residents, the fish were dumped at the roots of trees, creating serious environmental problems.
At the event dedicated to the 70th anniversary of Muratbek Sansyzbaevich, Bolot Otunbaev noted that his contribution to the formation of the national diplomatic service is beyond doubt and is widely recognized among politicians and public figures.
'Eldik Bank' is launching a new financing program aimed at supporting farmers and agricultural enterprises engaged in breeding livestock in Kyrgyzstan. This initiative will assist those working with high-quality cattle stock (beef and dairy). The program is suitable for:
In the city of Manas, there have been changes in the leadership of the local mayor's office. Nurbek Adilbekovich Karaev has been appointed as the new head of the mayor's office. According to the mayor's office, this order was signed by Mayor Abdypata Matkalikov. Today, February 26, Nurbek Karaev was introduced to the staff of the mayor's office.
According to the press service of the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of January 1, 2026, it was recorded that 136,568 children became recipients of the one-time payment "balaga süünçü" upon birth. According to the data, among the recipients of the payment are 36 children who were born as triplets or more.
A new position has been created in Manas — Deputy Mayor for Construction. Egemova Mirgul Abdykerimovna, who previously headed the mayor's office, has become the first person to hold this position. Today, February 26, the mayor of the city, Abdypata Matkalikov, introduced Egemova to the team, signing an order for her appointment. This position was established as part of the expansion of the municipality's staff and the creation of a specialized sector.
Deputy Chyngyz Ajibayev has submitted a resignation letter, deciding to leave the position of first vice-speaker of his own accord. This became known during a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, where Speaker Marlen Mamataliyev announced this information. Mamataliyev noted that he has known Ajibayev since the 7th convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh and highly values his professionalism.
President Sadyr Japarov made statements regarding the situation surrounding Kamchybek Tashiev, emphasizing the stability of internal and external processes in the country and the necessity of protecting the peace of the people.
Starting Monday, the route "Kara-Balta — Sary-Bulak" may be suspended. The public transport route connecting Kara-Balta and Sary-Bulak is under threat. The issue was raised by representatives of the transport company that operates passenger transportation in the city and the Jaiyl district.
. Information about the project was presented by Marat Pirnazarov, the chairman of the State Service for Regulation and Supervision of the Financial Market, operating under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce.
In the Talas region, in the Bostun-Bulak area of the Kümüshtak valley, camera traps have been set up that captured images of wild animals. This was reported by ecologist Gamal Soronkulov.
The president noted that there is no need to worry about the situation with Kamchybek Tashiev. Sadyr Japarov commented on the recent words of public figure Murat Zhetimishbaev regarding concerns in Kyrgyzstan about possible consequences for the relationship between the president and former chairman Kamchybek Tashiev, who have close friendly ties, even coining the phrase "eki dos" (two friends). In an interview with the publication "Kabar," Japarov stated: "If one
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the first meeting has started, gathering heads of structural divisions of international military cooperation from ten SCO countries: Belarus, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. According to the Ministry of Defense of Kyrgyzstan, the meeting is being held under the leadership of Colonel Rustam Ormokoev, who heads the international military cooperation department. During the meeting, participants are
Caleb Leak, the author of a YouTube channel, came up with an interesting experiment: his dog controls a neural network that writes code for a game. The process involves the dog pressing keys on a keyboard, while the artificial intelligence transforms random characters into a working project on the Godot engine. For the experiment, a dog named Momo, a Cavapoo breed, was chosen. The owner placed a Bluetooth keyboard on the floor, which was connected to a Raspberry Pi 5. Each time the dog pressed
- According to Rayimbek, the import of products is allowed only if all regulations are met. Otherwise, such goods will be returned to the sender. He also noted that, although the Ministry does not directly regulate meat prices, local veterinary service authorities monitor prices in the regions.
In Osh, in places where many people gather, police officers ensure the safety of public order. This information was announced by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region.
The President expressed that "many people are experiencing anxiety and worry." How can you reassure those who are afraid for the future?
- On February 26, 2026, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov held his first meeting with the ministry staff, where he officially took office. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to information from the agency, Akunbekov will continue work on five main areas that were established by his predecessor Bakyt Torobaev:
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev proposed the use of industrial cannabis for the production of clothing and accessories, such as bags. He pointed out that sewing factories in Kyrgyzstan are already known in Russia.
According to information presented at the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, there have been 240 insurance cases this year, with 37 million soms paid out. The data was provided by Baktygul Abdyjaliev, head of the State Insurance Organization. He also reported that in 2025, 247 cases were registered with payouts amounting to 32 million soms.
During the inspection, the commission began with an examination of the Southwest cemetery, which has been closed for burials since January 1, 2021, by decision of the State Inspectorate for Environmental and Technical Safety, the Central State Sanitary and Epidemiological Service, and the Municipal Enterprise "Bishkekglavarchitectura". During the inspection, significant shortcomings were identified in the maintenance of the territory, accounting for burials, and organization of work.
The Bishkek city hall reported that families receiving the state allowance "Üy-bülögo kömök" were provided with humanitarian aid from the state material reserve. In order to support socially vulnerable groups, food assistance was allocated from the State Material Reserves Fund.
On March 28 and 29, the long-awaited premiere of the play "ABBA instead of sLOVE" will take place at the Ch. Aitmatov Russian Drama Theater. According to theater representatives, in this work, the music of the famous group ABBA becomes an expressive voice of emotions — loud, sincere, and liberating.
A round table titled "Muratbek Imanaliev: His Professional Path and Contribution to the Development of the SCO" was held in Bishkek in honor of the 70th anniversary of the first Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan after gaining independence. Muratbek Sansyzbaevich Imanaliev, Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador, as well as the former Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, played a significant role in shaping national diplomacy and international
- The EEC Council approved changes to the rules concerning the circulation of veterinary medicinal products on the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union. 1) The transitional period has been extended until December 31, 2030, which will allow veterinary medicines registered under the rules of the EAEU countries to circulate freely throughout the Union.
In Bishkek, around 6,300 mortgage apartments are expected to be issued in 2026, as reported by Kylchbek Keldibekov, head of the Sales Department of the State Mortgage Company, during a live broadcast on Birinchi Radio. Currently, more than 48,000 people are in line for apartments through the State Mortgage Company in the capital. Overall, across Kyrgyzstan, the number of citizens wishing to obtain housing under the "My Home" program exceeds 90,000. Of these, nearly half, specifically
According to a new report published by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, since 2022, China has seen the dismissal of 36 generals and lieutenant generals, with another 65 officers listed as missing or possibly also dismissed. The extensive purge is part of Xi Jinping's anti-corruption program aimed at strengthening control over the military and implementing military modernization.
Every year, subsoil users in Kazakhstan spend about $10 billion on the purchase of goods, works, and services (GWS). However, according to available data, about 50% of these funds go abroad, as foreign companies prefer to procure GWS from overseas suppliers. Moreover, customers find ways to circumvent local content requirements through shell companies, which is possible due to the imperfections in Kazakhstan's legislation. As a result, the actual indicators of local content in Kazakhstan
In Bishkek, in the Sverdlovsk district, a charity event was held in honor of the holy month of Ramadan. During the event, 75 families in difficult situations received food packages, as reported by the local mayor's office. The event was organized by the charity fund "Qatar Charity." The food packages were distributed to families registered with the Sverdlovsk district's Department of Social Development. Among them were low-income families, families with disabled members,
According to the Institute of International Finance (IIF), in 2025, global debt increased by $29 trillion, reaching a record $348.3 trillion. The main factor behind this growth was the increase in sovereign obligations, which amounted to over $10 trillion. Most of this increase came from the United States, China, and eurozone countries. According to IIF data, the primary reason for the growth of global debt today is the budget deficits of leading economies, rather than the debts of companies
The Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic in Iran, Akylbek Kilychev, presented his credentials to the President of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian. The ceremony took place at the administration of the head of state, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, the parties discussed the importance of developing bilateral relations, emphasizing the desire to deepen political dialogue and expand cooperation in key areas of mutual interest.
As a result of the initiative by residents of the Che-Bulak neighborhood in the city of Batken, new routes have been added to the local transport system. This information was confirmed by the city hall, as reported to the Turmush correspondent.
In Tokmok, located in the Chui region, tree cutting is taking place on some streets of the city. Local residents express dissatisfaction regarding the destruction of young and healthy trees.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, participated in a joint meeting with representatives of the British Royal Family and heads of foreign policy agencies from Central Asia on February 25, 2026, in London. During the meeting, Kulubaev discussed with His Royal Highness Prince Edward, Duke of Edinburgh, the possibilities of expanding cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the United Kingdom in the political, economic, and investment spheres. He emphasized that
Minister of Construction Nurdin Oruntaev visited the construction site of the new terminal complex at the international airport "Osh". The total area of the building under construction is 26,000 square meters and includes six separate blocks: A1, A2, B1, B2, V1, and V2. According to the ministry, 95% of the monolithic work has been completed so far, and the installation of engineering systems on the first floor has been suspended until updated project and estimate documentation is
Currently, there are 1200 fathers in Kyrgyzstan who are evading alimony payments. This was reported by Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubayeva at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to her, in 2025, 60,000 enforcement orders for alimony collection were registered.
Asel Sartbaeva, a chemist from a small village in Kyrgyzstan, has developed a unique technology that allows vaccines to retain their properties at high temperatures. This invention could significantly improve the methods of storing and transporting critically important medical supplies in remote corners of the world. This was reported by the UN press service on International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Sartbaeva began her education at a local school, where she showed a keen interest in
The Prosecutor General's Office reported that a review is only possible in strict accordance with the law. At the current session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies are discussing a draft law concerning amendments to certain legislative acts of the Kyrgyz Republic. This draft law includes amendments to the Criminal, Criminal Procedure, and Criminal Executive Codes. During the discussion of the initiative, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva raised a question to the Deputy Prosecutor General:
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an inspection of several cemeteries was conducted by a working commission established to assess the activities of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Agency of Funeral Services." The city hall reported this event. The commission included Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva, as well as deputies of the Bishkek City Council Talaybek Daiyrbekov and Zhanibek Asanbekov.
In accordance with the reforms being implemented by the Ministry of Energy, the Open Joint Stock Company "National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan" intends to complete the construction of 10 administrative buildings by the end of the current year. According to the company's press service, the project is financed from its own funds and aims to create comfortable conditions for employees in the energy sector, improve the reliability of electricity supply, and enhance customer
In connection with the incident on the Bishkek-Osh highway, during which a fuel truck exploded, an investigation has been initiated. According to information from the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, on February 25, a truck carrying fuel and lubricants completely burned down on the Bishkek-Osh highway. As a result of the incident, the body of a man was found.