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In January 2026, the GDP amounted to 125.7 billion soms
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In January 2026, the GDP amounted to 125.7 billion soms

According to information provided by the National Statistical Committee, the gross domestic product (GDP) in January 2026 amounted to 125.7 billion soms, which is 9% more compared to the same month of the previous year. The GDP growth was achieved thanks to positive dynamics in the sectors of commodity production, services, and net taxes on products. In particular, the growth rate of commodity production increased by 11.8%, while services showed an increase of 8.9%. Net taxes on products grew

17.02.2026, 14:13
IBM is not planning to replace employees with AI. On the contrary, the company will triple the number of people it hires.
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IBM is not planning to replace employees with AI. On the contrary, the company will triple the number of people it hires.

Confirming its position, IBM states that layoffs related to the implementation of artificial intelligence represent a false economy. Unlike IBM, Microsoft is confident that AI will soon be able to replace nearly all office workers. Mustafa Suleyman, head of AI at Microsoft, recently told the Financial Times that AI could replace a significant number of office employees within 12-18 months. He believes that most professional tasks, including the work of lawyers, accountants, and project

17.02.2026, 13:57
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Eldar Sulaymanov is no longer a member of the Parliament.

Today, February 17, Eldar Sulaymanov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh from electoral district No. 5, submitted a statement of resignation at his own request. This statement was considered by the members of the Central Election Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic, who unanimously supported his decision. Sulaymanov held his position for only two months as part of the VIII convocation. According to the election results, the next candidate for the deputy position from

17.02.2026, 13:56
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Eldar Sulaymanov prematurely resigned his mandate
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Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Eldar Sulaymanov prematurely resigned his mandate

The official reasons for his decision are still unknown Eldar Sulaymanov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, has decided to prematurely resign his powers. According to information obtained from parliamentary sources, he has already submitted the relevant application. At the moment, the reasons for his departure have not been officially announced, and there have been no comments from Sulaymanov himself. According to the same sources, other deputies may also resign their mandates in the near

17.02.2026, 13:47
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In Kyrgyzstan, English Law is Being Implemented

The Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan held meetings with diplomats from the United Kingdom and other countries, as well as with the leadership of international financial institutions. The main focus was on the development of English law and the establishment of an International Dispute Resolution Center (IDRC) within the "Tamchy" Special Economic Zone. During the meeting between Minister of Justice Ayaz Bayetov and the British Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Nick Boulter, plans were

17.02.2026, 13:43
Allergens Found in Perfumes of Famous Brands in Hong Kong
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Allergens Found in Perfumes of Famous Brands in Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, the Consumer Council conducted a study that revealed high levels of allergens in some popular fragrance products, including scents from Gucci and Bvlgari, according to information provided by Kazinform and based on data from SCMP. Experts tested 40 different fragrance products, and in three of them, they found 10 different allergens that could negatively affect the skin, especially in people predisposed to eczema and other dermatological conditions.

17.02.2026, 13:40
The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic may prematurely terminate the powers of deputy Eldar Sulaymanov.
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The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic may prematurely terminate the powers of deputy Eldar Sulaymanov.

The discussion is taking place against the backdrop of allegations of domestic violence On February 17, the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic intends to consider the issue of depriving the mandate of the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Eldar Sulaymanov. The events surrounding the deputy began to be actively discussed in January after statements from his ex-wife, Asel Azamatova, who claimed that she had been subjected to domestic violence by her ex-husband. The Main Internal

17.02.2026, 13:28
Repairs and Reconstruction of Streets Continue in Bishkek
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Repairs and Reconstruction of Streets Continue in Bishkek

Road repairs and reconstruction are continuing in Bishkek as part of a project that started last year. Abdijaparkul Janbolotov, Deputy Director of the Department of Transport and Road Infrastructure Development of the capital's mayor's office, shared details about this on the air of Birinchi Radio. According to Janbolotov, the results of the road and bridge construction and reconstruction work have been quite positive. "In 2025, we completed the plan, which amounted to 92

17.02.2026, 13:28
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Man Took a "Loan" of a Gold Necklace Worth 112,500 Soms: A Report Was Filed with the Police

The Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul Region reported the arrest of a suspect in fraud. According to law enforcement agencies, on December 31, 2025, a local resident named A.K., born in 1973, approached the Karakol City Police Department. In his statement, he reported that an unknown person, deceitfully presenting himself, took a gold necklace worth 112,500 soms from his daughter, claiming it was "a loan," and then fled the scene.

17.02.2026, 13:21
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Kadamjay: Four Citizens Fined for Violating Public Order at the "Dugoba" Climbing Base

At the climbing base "Dugoba," located in the Kadamjai district, four individuals were fined for violating public order. This was reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken region. According to the department, local internal affairs officers held a meeting with citizens present at the "Dugoba" base, which is situated 40 kilometers from the center of Kadamjai. This initiative was part of the implementation of directives from the Ministry of

17.02.2026, 13:18
The Mayor of Bishkek handed over new special equipment and gear to the Emergency Situations Department
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The Mayor of Bishkek handed over new special equipment and gear to the Emergency Situations Department

As part of the event, the mayor emphasized that the city administration places great importance on the development of the material and technical base of rescue services. In 2023, approximately 5 million soms were allocated to support the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and in the last two years, this amount has increased to 10 million soms. “We will continue to support the employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations by creating the necessary conditions for their work. The new equipment

17.02.2026, 13:14
The Ministry of Health launches a digital system for accounting medical equipment
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The Ministry of Health launches a digital system for accounting medical equipment

An important step in the modernization of healthcare was the discussion led by the First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov. He met with Indira Moldogazieva, representing the German Development Bank (KfW), and Kerez Kelishova, a project manager from the consulting company GITEC-IGIP. The agenda included the implementation of a digital inventory system for medical equipment known as SAMEDIS. According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, the participants of the meeting were

17.02.2026, 13:05
In the Kara-Suu District, the preparation for spring fieldwork was discussed
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In the Kara-Suu District, the preparation for spring fieldwork was discussed

In the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, a meeting was held dedicated to preparations for spring fieldwork, attended by Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The meeting, organized at the initiative of the Ministry of Agriculture, was attended by representatives of the territorial divisions of the ministry, the district akim, as well as Amankan Kenzhebaev, the presidential representative in the Osh

17.02.2026, 13:03
Kasymaiev spoke about the achievements and problems of the districts in the Osh region for the year 2025
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Kasymaiev spoke about the achievements and problems of the districts in the Osh region for the year 2025

“In 2025, the Osh region received 8 billion 543 million soms from the state for capital investments, of which 8.1 billion soms were fully utilized for 357 projects,” said Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, during his speech at the meeting of the presidential representative office in the Osh region, summarizing the results of the work for 2025. He also emphasized that of the allocated funds, 3.7 billion

17.02.2026, 13:01
The City Hall handed over new equipment to the capital's Ministry of Emergency Situations.
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The City Hall handed over new equipment to the capital's Ministry of Emergency Situations.

The mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, handed over new equipment and specialized tools to the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the city of Bishkek. Present at the event were Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Akylbek Mazaripov, Head of the Emergency Situations Department for Bishkek Usun uulu Akjol, as well as the head of the Sverdlovsk district, Mederbek Amangeldiev, along with employees of the capital's emergency services.

17.02.2026, 12:58
New Deputies Appointed in the Ministry of Science and Higher Education
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New Deputies Appointed in the Ministry of Science and Higher Education

Changes have occurred in the leadership of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education: Gulnura Zhekshenbaevna Mamyrova has been appointed as the First Deputy Minister. It is reported that Zhiparisa Rysbekova, head of the social sphere department, introduced the new First Deputy to the ministry staff.

17.02.2026, 12:48
In Kyrgyzstan's hospitals, a digital inventory system for medical equipment is being implemented
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In Kyrgyzstan's hospitals, a digital inventory system for medical equipment is being implemented

During the discussion, participants reviewed the current achievements in the implementation of the sectoral program "Healthcare V," which is being carried out with financial support from Germany. Aspects of technical support, data updating, and the sustainable functioning of the system in medical institutions were also discussed. As part of the event, equipment was handed over — 150 printers and 1000 cartridges, which will be used to optimize work processes and digital accounting of

17.02.2026, 12:48
Defects on the repaired roads of Bishkek will be addressed by contractors
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Defects on the repaired roads of Bishkek will be addressed by contractors

In Bishkek, all defects found on newly repaired roads will be addressed at the expense of the contractors. This was reported by Abdyzhaparkul Janbolotov, Deputy Director of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure of the City Hall, in an interview on Birinchi Radio. Janbolotov noted that contractors bear certain responsibility for the quality of the work performed. "We always mention contractors, and this is not accidental. Our contracts explicitly

17.02.2026, 12:47
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Shairbek Tashiev responded whether he is ready to resign from his mandate as a member of the Jogorku Kenesh.

In a recent interview with the publication "Azattyq," Tashiev explained that only his voters, specifically 24,300 people, have the right to demand his resignation. “No one else has the authority to tell me about the necessity of resigning my mandate. Let them say whatever they want, I continue to work for my people and defend their interests. If these 24.3 thousand citizens gather and sign a demand for my resignation, I am ready for that. However, if someone is trying to intimidate

17.02.2026, 12:46
Felix Kulov: Today, what has been classified for many years is being revealed
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Felix Kulov: Today, what has been classified for many years is being revealed

Former Prime Minister initiated a proposal to create a Special State Commission Felix Kulov, the former prime minister, expressed the opinion that recent events in the country are influencing the disclosure of information that has long been considered secret. The politician shared his thoughts through social networks. “In light of the recent personnel changes made by the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, society has witnessed complex but strategically justified steps aimed at

17.02.2026, 12:43
The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh heard information on the state of the roads in Kyrgyzstan
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The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh heard information on the state of the roads in Kyrgyzstan

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on industrial policy, transport, fuel and energy complex, architecture, and construction, information was presented on the condition of the roads and internal roads of Kyrgyzstan, managed by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Issues regarding the implementation of ratified laws concerning the reconstruction and construction of roads were also discussed. The First Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications, Beknazar

17.02.2026, 12:23
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The Constitutional Court has begun reviewing the submission from the President of Kyrgyzstan

On February 17 at 10:00, the Constitutional Court began proceedings on the request of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic for the interpretation of certain articles of the Constitution. It should be noted that the Constitutional Court received a submission from the president, in which he requests an official interpretation of the Constitution. The question concerns the norms that define the terms of office of the current president and the procedures for appointing both regular and early

17.02.2026, 12:18
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16-year-old teenager dies after falling from a horse

In the Kara-Suu district, a tragic incident occurred involving a teenager who fell from a horse. It has been reported that he passed away in a medical facility. This information was officially confirmed by the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region.

17.02.2026, 12:15
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Kyrgyzstan Considers Establishing an International Dispute Resolution Center for the Special Zone "Tamchy"

- The Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan held a series of consultations with the Embassies of the United Kingdom and other countries, as well as with leaders of international financial organizations, to discuss issues related to the operation of the Special Financial Investment Territory (SFIT) "Tamchy". The main subject of discussion was the development of English law and the initiative to create an International Dispute Resolution Centre (IDRC) in this special zone.

17.02.2026, 12:14
In Kyrgyzstan, English law will be implemented and arbitration will be established in "Tamchy"
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In Kyrgyzstan, English law will be implemented and arbitration will be established in "Tamchy"

The Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated discussions on the introduction of elements of English law and the establishment of an International Dispute Resolution Center (IDRC) in the Special Financial and Investment Zone of "Tamchy." The meeting, which addressed these issues, was attended by Minister of Justice Ayaz Bayetov, British Ambassador Nick Boulter, and representatives from international financial organizations, according to information from the

17.02.2026, 12:07
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Ministry of Agriculture: Kyrgyzstan Can Export 17 Types of Agricultural Products

- Currently, the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about the signing of protocols with China for the supply of 15 different types of agricultural products. In the near future, it is expected that this list will be supplemented by new agreements. Kyrgyzstan has the potential to export 17 types of agricultural products. Export deliveries are made to several countries: 462 enterprises send products to the EAEU states, 37 to China, 53 to Uzbekistan, 12 to Turkey, and 68 to the

17.02.2026, 12:05
Iskhak Masaliev proposed to review the high-profile cases of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB)
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Iskhak Masaliev proposed to review the high-profile cases of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB)

According to Masaliev, the current moment requires serious reforms. He proposed to limit the functions of the GKNB, focusing them on narrow-profile tasks. The question of transferring anti-corruption powers, whether through the creation of a new body or strengthening the work of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Prosecutor's Office, remains at the discretion of the country's president.

17.02.2026, 12:00
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Centennial Buildings: The Merchant's House in Karakol, Arrived with His Family in Search of Comfort and Opportunities

In Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, at 184 Karasaev Street, there stands an ancient traditional residential house, as reported by the Turmush mayor's office. This house, situated in the center of old Karakol, where the streets are imbued with the atmosphere of bygone times, looks modest yet majestic thanks to its carved windows and massive brick walls.

17.02.2026, 11:55
Eldar Zhakypbekov placed in custody for two months on corruption charges
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Eldar Zhakypbekov placed in custody for two months on corruption charges

The First May District Court of Bishkek has decided to place Eldar Jakypbekov, who previously held the position of head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in Bishkek, in custody for two months. This information was provided by the Kabar agency, citing court data. The request for detention was submitted by the head of the investigative department of the Military Prosecutor's Office, as well as the head of the interagency investigative group.

17.02.2026, 11:51
The Ministry of Transport plans to asphalt 457 km of roads in 2026
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The Ministry of Transport plans to asphalt 457 km of roads in 2026

During a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on industrial policy, transport, fuel and energy complex, architecture, and construction, the First Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications Beknazar Bazaraliev spoke about the plans for 2026. He reported that the total budget allocated for road construction will amount to 39 billion 111 million soms. According to Bazaraliev, of this amount, 1.5 billion soms will be directed to the internal roads of Karakol from the stabilization

17.02.2026, 11:51
Viticulture in Kyrgyzstan is Reaching a New Level - Ministry of Agriculture
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Viticulture in Kyrgyzstan is Reaching a New Level - Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan reports positive changes in the field of viticulture. As of the end of 2025, the area of vineyards in the country amounted to 2870 hectares, which is 225 hectares more compared to 2024, corresponding to a growth of 8.5%. The gross harvest reached 5990.1 tons, increasing by 1% compared to the previous year. The average yield reached 20.5% per hectare.

17.02.2026, 11:50
Kamchybek Tashiev Temporarily Left Kyrgyzstan
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Kamchybek Tashiev Temporarily Left Kyrgyzstan

Kamchybek Tashiev, who held the position of head of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan, recently left the republic. This information was confirmed by his supporter, journalist Otkurbek Rahmanov.

17.02.2026, 11:44
In Kyrgyzstan, the acceptance and review of applications for social contracts has begun
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In Kyrgyzstan, the acceptance and review of applications for social contracts has begun

The process of accepting and reviewing applications for social contracts has begun in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. The ministry indicated that applications can be submitted to the rural administration (айыл өкмөту) or to the territorial divisions of the ministry. Under the "Social Contract" program, families will be able to receive 150,000 soms free of charge to start their small businesses. This year, 13,334 families will be able

17.02.2026, 11:43
The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh reviewed issues regarding the consent for the appointment of the Chairman of the GKNB and three ministers.
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The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh reviewed issues regarding the consent for the appointment of the Chairman of the GKNB and three ministers.

During the meeting, the committee reviewed the appointment of Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov as the chairman of the State Committee for National Security, as well as approved the candidacies of Akyl Toktobaev for the position of Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision, Urmatbek Shamyrkanov for the position of Minister of Emergency Situations, and Talantbek Soltobaev for the position of Minister of Transport and Communications. All proposed candidacies were forwarded for

17.02.2026, 11:42
The GKNB detained employees of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek
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The GKNB detained employees of the Sverdlovsk District Department of Internal Affairs in Bishkek

The GKNB reports the detention of three police officers, including junior lieutenant "A.u.K.", lieutenant of police "K.A.T.", and captain of police "K.M.K.". These measures were taken as part of a criminal case related to theft and forgery of documents, which constitutes a serious violation of official duties. As a result of the preliminary investigation conducted by the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic, facts of official negligence and forgery of official documents

17.02.2026, 11:40