The State Financial Supervision Service spoke about reforms in the pawnshop market over the past 5 years

- In the last five years, reforms have been implemented in the pawnshop market of the Kyrgyz Republic, with the main goal of reducing the debt burden and legalizing the sector. The press service of the State Financial Supervision reports on these changes. A key step was the introduction of a legislative limit on the cost of loans. In May 2024, amendments were made to the KR Law "On Pawnshop Activities," which established a ceiling for the annual effective interest rate (AEIR). This

Former Head of the Main Directorate for Combating Organized Crime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Appointed First Deputy Mayor of the City of Manas

Davlyanov Damirbek Tayirbekovich has been appointed the first deputy mayor of Manas. This decision was signed by Mayor Abdupata Matkalikov.

The National Bank proposes to extend inheritance of funds to electronic wallets

The National Bank has presented a draft of amendments to a number of regulatory acts for public discussion, as reported by Elizat Zhaparoа, head of the banking supervision department, at a press conference on February 24. She noted that amendments had previously been made to the law concerning the protection of bank deposits, which now includes issuers of electronic money if they are banks and fall under the protection of the Deposit Protection Agency. Currently, electronic wallets are actively

The relocation of the iftar bazaar in Osh has caused disagreements among sellers

In Osh, a conflict occurred among traders due to the relocation of the iftar market, which led to heated discussions. The iftar market, previously located on R. Abdykadyrov Street, was moved to the intersection of Mominov and Shota Rustaveli Streets.

Solar Panels and the Abandonment of Wooden Furniture: 6 New Schools to be Built in the City of Manas

In Manas, the construction of six new educational institutions is planned. By the order of President Sadyr Japarov, this year the construction of educational facilities will begin: 20 schools in Bishkek, 10 in Osh, and 6 in Manas. All of them are expected to be ready by the start of the new academic year, which begins on September 1.

A new prosecutor's office building was opened in the Issyk-Kul region

In the Issyk-Kul region, a solemn ceremony was held to open a new administrative building for the prosecutor's office. This was reported by the agency itself. According to the supervisory authority, the new building was constructed in accordance with modern standards and is intended to optimize the work of the prosecutor's office staff.

Deputy Gulkan Moldobekova Elected Chairperson of the Committee on Labor, Health, Women's Affairs, and Social Issues

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, it was also discussed that the parliamentary group "Ala-Too" proposed the candidacy of Gulkan Moldobekova for the position of chairperson of the committee. As a result of the voting, she was successfully elected to this position.

A contract has been signed with Doppelmayr for the construction of four more cable cars in Jyrgalan

JSC "Ala-Too Resort" has signed an agreement with Doppelmayr for the construction of four new cable cars at the "Jyrgalan" resort. This information was published by representatives of JSC "Ala-Too Resort". The document was signed by Valery Yashin, head of the Doppelmayr division for Russia and the CIS, and Zharkynbek Maksutov, chairman of the board of JSC "Ala-Too Resort".

The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved in the first reading the law on changing the status of border crossing points with Kazakhstan.

Today, February 25, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft law concerning the ratification of the Protocol on amendments to the Agreement between the governments of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Kazakhstan was reviewed and adopted in the first reading. This agreement, signed on August 22, 2025, in Bishkek, pertains to the checkpoints at the state border established on December 25, 2003. The speaker at the meeting was Abdykarim Alimbaev, the chairman of the State Border

In Kyrgyzstan, the incidence of hepatitis B among children has decreased by 145 times

According to information from the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, the incidence of hepatitis B among children has decreased by approximately 145 times from 2000 to 2020. This success in the field of prevention is attributed to the fact that in 2002, vaccination against hepatitis B was included in the national vaccination calendar. Currently, the immunization of newborns is fully funded by the republican budget, while vaccination of children under one year is carried out with the active

Lamborghini has halted work on fully electric supercars

Stefan Winkelmann announced that Lamborghini is abandoning the creation of fully electric cars, focusing instead on hybrid models with the ability to charge from the grid. If customers are satisfied, by 2030 the entire model range will be replaced with hybrids. At the same time, Winkelmann stated that the production of internal combustion engine vehicles will continue "for as long as possible." In his opinion, investments in electric vehicles, when the market and consumers are not

In the Moscow District, the position of head of the Ak-Suysky Ayil Okmotu has been vacant for 1.5 months

The position of the head of the Ak-Suysky ayil okmotu, located in the Moscow district of the Chui region, has been vacant for 1.5 months. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. The Ak-Suysky ayil aimak includes villages such as Ak-Torpok, Sıẏdaly (Chong-Aryk), Murake, Ak-Bashat, Keper-Aryk, Bala-Ayilchy, and Temen-Suu. Most residents are engaged in livestock breeding and agriculture.

The 28-year-old Zhenishbek uulu Azamat has been appointed as the head of the city hall of Kara-Balta.

The city of Kara-Balta has a new head of the mayor's office. According to information from local authorities, based on a decree from the mayor's office issued on February 23, 2026, Zhenishbek uulu Azamat has taken the position of head of the office.

An accident involving two cars occurred in the Alamudun district.

An accident occurred in the Alamudun district of the Chui region, involving two cars. The press service of the regional police department provided information about this incident. According to law enforcement agencies, the accident happened on February 23 at 09:50 in the village of Koy-Tash. The driver of a Lexus RX-350, born in 2006, named I.A., was traveling north on Ablesov Street.

New Eruption of Semeru Volcano Recorded in Central Indonesia

A new eruption of Semeru volcano has occurred in central Indonesia, as reported by the agency Report, citing Antara. The ash ejected by the volcano rose to a height of 3,000 meters above the crater, which corresponds to 6,676 meters above sea level. In this regard, the Center for Volcanology and Geological Hazard Mitigation of Indonesia has urged both local residents and tourists to exercise caution and avoid approaching the crater within a distance of less than 5 kilometers to mitigate the

Tightening of Customs Control in Russia – Benefits and Possible Risks for the Economy of Kyrgyzstan

Since the beginning of 2025, Russia has intensified control over imported goods to combat "gray imports" within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union. These measures have already had a significant impact on the export of goods from Kyrgyzstan, particularly in the textile sector. The Deputy Director of the State Enterprise "Kyrgyz Export" under the Ministry of Economy, Tilek Jumaliev, and Doctor of Economic Sciences Tolenbek Abdyrov discussed the potential

In the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, the number of fatalities due to the rains has reached 30 people.

As a result of heavy rains in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, 30 people have died, and another 39 are reported missing, according to the Report agency, citing information from the CNN Brasil television channel. The continuous rains have led to flooding and landslides, with the cities of Juiz de Fora and Ubá being the most severely affected. Approximately 440 people have been left homeless, and 13 individuals were rescued from collapsed buildings. A total of 208 victims have received

The group of sellers from the "Turatali" market filed a complaint about the sale of trading spots: What they were told

In the Kara-Suu district, a situation has arisen regarding trading spaces at the state market "Turatal," where the director, Nurbek Ergeshov, is offering them for sale. Today, February 25, at a press conference organized at AKIpress-Osh, several wholesale sellers operating in the sector where kalpaks are sold expressed dissatisfaction with the current situation.

Do you need an ultrasound and a neurologist's conclusion? The Ministry of Health clarified the procedure for receiving infants.

A reader contacted the Call Center of Kaktus.media to clarify information that spread on the social network Threads. The Ministry of Health clarified that a referral for a brain ultrasound and a consultation with a neurologist (neuropathologist) is only possible in cases where the family doctor observes clinical deviations. Such deviations may include, for example, more than three phenotypic changes, skull shape anomalies, bulging fontanel, and other similar situations.

Life in the Regions: It's Not Hot in Summer, and Warm in Winter. How Craftsmen from Batken Build House Walls for 150,000 Som.

With the warming in the Batken region, the construction season using rammed earth walls has begun. This method of wall construction is known as "paxa" (or "baxa"). Clay walls provide warmth in winter and keep cool in summer, protecting against heat.

In Bishkek, a SCO Center for Combating Transnational Organized Crime will be opened

On February 25, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh made a decision to ratify the agreement regarding the establishment of a Universal Center that will address challenges and threats to security for the member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. According to this agreement, a Universal Center will be established in Tashkent, which will include an Information Security Center and a Center for Combating Transnational Organized Crime, which will be located in Bishkek.

New Chairpersons Elected for Two Committees of the Jogorku Kenesh

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulkan Moldobekova was elected as the chairperson of the Committee on Labor, Health, Women's Affairs, and Social Issues. Additionally, Deputy Suyunbek Omurzakov became the chairperson of the Committee on Judicial and Legal Issues, Law and Order, Combating Crime, and Counteracting Corruption.

Polio Outbreak in Zambia: Virus Detected in Sewage of the Capital Lusaka

A polio outbreak has been recorded in Zambia after the virus was detected in the wastewater of the country's capital, Lusaka. According to the Kazinform agency, the information was received from Xinhua. Acting Minister of Health Cornelius Mweetwa noted that the virus was identified thanks to the national environmental monitoring system. Currently, there have been no reported cases of paralysis caused by polio.

A new building of the Issyk-Kul District Prosecutor's Office opened in Cholpon-Ata

In Cholpon-Ata, a ceremonial opening of the administrative building of the Prosecutor's Office of the Issyk-Kul region took place, as reported on February 25 by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. The ceremony was attended by the General Prosecutor, Maksat Asanaliev.

Deputy Suyunbek Omurzakov elected chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Judicial and Legal Issues, Law and Order, Combating Crime, and Counteracting Corruption

In Kyzyl-Kiya, 45 beggars were detained during a raid

In Kyzyl-Kiya, city police detained 45 beggars, who were taken to the local department of internal affairs. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Batken region. According to information from the agency, a raid called "Beggar" was conducted on February 25 and 26 of this year by the Kyzyl-Kiya City Department of Internal Affairs.

The President dismissed the akim of the Naryn district.

Nuridin Madimirov, who previously held the position of akim of the Naryn district, is no longer its head. This step was taken on February 19, 2026, when President Sadyr Japarov signed the corresponding decree.

Nurdin Oruntaev familiarized himself with the construction sites of new schools in Manas

On February 25, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, accompanied by the presidential envoy in the Jalal-Abad region, Tilek Tekebaev, and the mayor of Manas, Abdipat Matkalikov, visited the sites of new educational institutions in the city of Manas. According to the Ministry of Construction, the project for new schools is designed to accommodate between 275 and 650 students. The educational institutions will be equipped with modern

Mexico Found Itself Between Donald Trump and Drug Cartels

Mexico has found itself in a difficult situation, caught between U.S. President Donald Trump and drug cartels, reports the NYT. Trump urged Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to take decisive action against the cartels. The killing of El Mencho, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, suggests that such a strategy may be effective, but it comes at a serious cost. Sheinbaum led one of the largest operations against drug cartels in the past decade, which resulted in the elimination of

Sadyr Japarov met with the special representative of the President of Russia, Mikhail Shvydkoy.

Today, February 25, a meeting took place between the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and Mikhail Shvydkoy, the special representative of the President of Russia for international cultural cooperation. The press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan reported that the main topic of discussion was the prospects for and strengthening of Kyrgyz-Russian relations in the field of culture and humanitarian initiatives.

Constitutional Transit: Kazakhstan Prepares for a Referendum on Restructuring the State Model

The upcoming vote will create a more flexible and ideologically resilient governance model. On March 15, Kazakhs will head to the polls to support a comprehensive package of amendments to the Constitution. These reforms address various aspects, from the structure of parliament to the foundations of national identity, and aim to adapt the political system to modern challenges. Balance of Powers: A Tool for Overcoming Crises One of the main topics of discussion has been the expansion of

The deputy asked to address the issue of low procurement prices for beans

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on February 25, 2026, deputy Meder Chotonov raised an important issue regarding the low procurement price of beans. He noted that farmers from the Talas region are facing financial difficulties, which are a consequence of years of neglect of this problem. Chotonov also proposed to maintain the irrigation water tariff at 250 soms per hectare, in order to avoid increasing the financial burden on agricultural producers ahead of the spring work. These

Changes to the rules for the registration and safety examination of medical devices have come into effect in the EAEU.

- As of February 24, 2026, the Decision of the EEC "On Amendments to the Rules for Registration and Examination of the Safety, Quality, and Effectiveness of Medical Devices" came into effect. The key changes that were implemented:

The ЖК approved the candidacy of Erlis Akunbekov for the position of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the deputies unanimously approved the candidacy of Erlis Akunbekov for the position of Deputy Prime Minister, as well as Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. All 81 members of parliament expressed their support for his appointment.

The Jogorku Kenesh has approved the appointment of Erlis Akunbekov and Damirbek Osmonov to ministerial positions.

Today, February 25, the parliament meeting discussed the appointments of Erlis Akunbekov and Damirbek Osmonov to high positions. The presentation on the appointments was made by Bektur Zulpiyev, who emphasized the importance of these changes.

Farmers cannot export cotton and sell it at a normal price, - deputy

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on February 25, 2026, deputy Ilimbek Kubanychbekov raised an important issue regarding the export of agricultural products. He noted that the efforts and labor of farmers often go unnoticed, especially for those involved in cotton cultivation. “Farmers face difficulties when trying to export their products abroad and cannot sell them at a reasonable price within Kyrgyzstan,” he stated. Furthermore, the deputy called for the need to provide

The deputy proposed to create a new ministry for land reclamation and water resources.

- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 25, 2026, Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova asked whether the government plans to create a separate ministry focused on issues of land reclamation and water resources. In response, Acting Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Agriculture Erlis Akunbekov noted that water resource management is not just the task of one ministry, but a matter that requires a comprehensive approach at the state level.

"You May Get Sucked In." The Deputy Warned the New Head of the Ministry of Health

"You may get pulled into the swamp of corruption," she warned, emphasizing the difficult situation in the ministry.

The Housing Complex adopted a bill regarding the change of status of border crossing points with Kazakhstan in the first reading.

- During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 25, the deputies approved the draft law "On the Ratification of the Protocol on Amendments to the Agreement between the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan on Border Crossing Points dated December 25, 2003, signed on August 22, 2025, in Bishkek" in the first reading. The speaker at the meeting was the Chairman of the State Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, Abdikarim Alimbaev.

Samsaly Chetymbaev Elected Chairman of JSC "Kyrgyzneftegaz"

According to the decision of the Board of Directors of OJSC 'Kyrgyzneftegaz', Samsaaly Chetimebaev has been appointed as the chairman of the company's management board. This information was provided by the press service of the enterprise. The proposal for his candidacy came from the main shareholder — the State Agency for Management of State Property of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova proposed to create a separate water authority

At a recent parliamentary meeting, Gulya Kozhokulova voiced the idea of forming a specialized water agency. She noted that in the context of global climate change, it is necessary to create an organization with expanded powers for effective management of water resources. According to the deputy, this issue is one of the most pressing in the global context, and the time has come to separate it from other ministries.

The Jogorku Kenesh approved the appointments of the heads of the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Health.

Presenting the candidates, the permanent representative of the president and the cabinet of ministers in the Jogorku Kenesh, Bektur Zulpiev, emphasized the importance of these appointments. After discussing the issue, the deputies adopted the corresponding resolution.

Kyrgyzstan and Japan are considering the possibility of creating a museum on the territory of the Ak-Beshim settlement

The archaeological complex of Ak-Beshim, located in Kyrgyzstan, may soon become home to a new museum, as revealed during a meeting between museum director Zhyldyz Bakashova and a Japanese delegation. Japanese scholars arrived in the country to discuss the creation of this museum.

Expert: The flow of the Naryn River is expected to be at the level of average multi-year values

In an interview with IA "Kabar," Ernest Karybekov, an expert in the energy sector, shared an analysis of the state of Kyrgyzstan's strategic reservoir at the end of the heating season. He noted that while the season passed without serious incidents, it is necessary to increase the resilience of the energy system. This will help avoid a situation where the Toktogul reservoir is on the brink of critical levels. By April 1, the water level in the Toktogul reservoir is expected to

In Karakul, the memory of veterans of the peacekeeping mission on the Tajik-Afghan border was honored

Today, a memorial meeting-requiem was held on the "Жеңиш" alley, dedicated to the veterans who served in the peacekeeping mission on the Tajik-Afghan border in the Batken region from 1993 to 1999. Among those present were the deputy mayor, the chairman of the city council, as well as employees of institutions and enterprises, representatives of education, and local schoolchildren.

In the housing complex, chairpersons of two committees and a deputy head of the committee were elected.

On February 25, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh held elections for the chairpersons of two committees. As reported by Kurmankul Zulyshev, who heads the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, and Local Self-Government, the parliamentary faction "Ala-Too" proposed the candidacy of Gulkan Moldobekova for the position of chairperson of the Committee on Labor, Health, Women's Affairs, and Social Issues. Suyunbek Omurzakov, nominated by the "Adilet

The net profit of GP "Central Laboratory" amounted to over 133 million soms for the year 2025

In 2025, the State Enterprise "Central Laboratory," operating under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, reported a net profit of 133,306.38 million soms. According to the agency's report, the results for 2025 indicate a significant increase in both financial and production indicators.

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