A master class featuring Japanese world champion in freestyle wrestling Yoshinosuke Aoyagi took place in Bishkek. This event was held on February 11 at the Izabekov Wrestling Academy.
Vance noted that the new New START treaty will differ from the previous version, emphasizing active negotiations with the Russian side. He also added that the main goal of the White House is to achieve a positive outcome for the citizens of the United States, particularly regarding the control of nuclear weapons proliferation. It is important to note that the current New START treaty expired on February 5. This treaty was signed on April 8, 2010, by Presidents Dmitry Medvedev and Barack Obama.
According to information provided by the Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, due to expected precipitation on February 12-13, there is a risk of snow avalanches in the mountainous areas of Kyrgyzstan, as well as possible snow drifts, ice crust, and black ice. Areas prone to avalanche danger:
An employee of the pawnshop in Kant has been arrested on suspicion of stealing 4 million soms.
In 2026, OJSC "National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan" plans to acquire 268 transformers to ensure stable electricity supply for the population, as reported by the Ministry of Energy. As part of the preparations for the autumn-winter season of 2026–2027, work is planned to increase capacity at substations, both high and low voltage, across the country.
Kamila Talieva addressed her colleagues with a request to prepare a joint appeal to the president regarding the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev. According to her, the parliament should consist of people with high endurance, capable of withstanding political pressure. She emphasized that one should not come to parliament for convenience or salary.
On February 11, a meeting was held at the Supreme Court building, where Supreme Court judges met with representatives of the Main Department for Combating Organized Crime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This was reported by the press service of the Supreme Court. Under the chairmanship of Nurlan Musaev, Deputy Chairman of the Supreme Court, judges working in criminal, civil, and economic panels participated in the discussion, along with employees of the Main Department for Combating
A man has been detained in Bishkek, accused of torturing his wife, reports the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police Department. According to the agency, on January 27, 2026, a woman named M. D. filed a complaint detailing the ongoing physical and psychological abuse by her husband, M. D. It should be noted that protective orders had previously been issued against citizen M. D. due to acts of domestic violence, yet he continued his unlawful actions, inflicting both physical and moral
On February 12, an avalanche occurred on the section of the road Aral - Kazarman, which covers the segment from 243 to 296 km. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The department clarified that the exact volume of the avalanche is currently being determined.
On February 21, an international practical conference titled "ABA of the 21st Century: Life Skills, Individuality, Values" will take place in Bishkek, where issues related to autism spectrum disorders (ASD) will be discussed. The event will focus on modern correction methods, family support, and the creation of an inclusive society. Autism remains one of the most relevant topics in the fields of medicine and education. According to international data, the number of children with ASD
The Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service presented information on electricity consumption by miners in Kyrgyzstan. According to the provided data, in 2024, the total consumption amounted to 218.6 million kilowatt-hours, which is slightly more than the previous year when it was recorded at 213.3 million.
A man has been detained in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, on suspicion of committing acts of domestic violence.
In the Kochkor district, the second stage of the Republican Olympiad has begun, which represents the district round. This was reported to the Turmush journalist by the head of the district's education department, Mirzat Mambetova. She noted that 578 students from 35 educational institutions are participating in the Olympiad. Registration for the competition was conducted through the electronic application "Ekündölük".
On January 27, a complaint was received at the Sverdlovsk District Police Department from a woman named M.D., who reported that her husband had been subjecting her to physical and psychological abuse for a long time. This information was announced by the press service of the department. It is important to note that measures had previously been taken against M.D.'s husband, including the issuance of protection orders due to instances of domestic violence. Nevertheless, despite such
The committee emphasized its diligent activities in the interests of the country and its citizens The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported attempts to discredit its bodies by certain interested groups. The committee's press center issued a corresponding statement. In light of recent events related to the resignation of the head of the GKNB, there are active efforts by certain forces in the media landscape attempting to undermine the reputation of the national security
In Bishkek, an open lesson dedicated to environmental protection and cleanliness was held at school No. 40. This was reported by the Lenin District Akimat. During the lesson, students were explained the importance of treating nature with care and were informed about the significance of waste separation. The kids learned how everyone can help in protecting the ecology.
Aikerim Talantbekova, a teacher of the Russian language and literature at the M. Elebaev School in the village of Taldy-Suu in the Tyup District of the Issyk-Kul Region, has not only earned the title of "Excellence in Education" in her nine years in the profession but has also opened the door to the world for her students by winning international competitions. The path to her profession began for Aikerim with a childhood passion. Born in 1993 in the Chuy Region, she fell in love with
Marlen Mamataliyev has been nominated for the position of Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, according to information received from several parliamentary sources, reports Kaktus.media. According to available data, no alternative candidate is planned to be nominated.
The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, announced his decision to leave the position voluntarily. He noted that during his official visit to Turkey, important events occurred within the country, which led to numerous rumors and speculations about his personality.
Two Russian bloggers, Rinat Pashaev and Anar Abdullayev, were detained in Almaty for 15 days after making offensive comments about Kazakh girls during their stream.
Aiyl Bank is launching a new program aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises in the Kyrgyz Republic. This initiative aims to improve access for entrepreneurs to long-term and stable financial resources under favorable conditions, as well as to stimulate investments and create new jobs. The program is targeted at both individual entrepreneurs and legal entities operating in key sectors of the economy, such as:
The Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Mukhamedkaly Mashiev, signed an order establishing a new Guide for Visitor Accounting and Fee Collection for Access to Particularly Protected Natural Areas of the Kyrgyz Republic. Order No. 01-01/23, signed on February 2, 2026, aims to improve the visitor accounting system as well as simplify the process of collecting and accounting for fees for access to reserves and national parks. This will also help enhance the
In the city of Kant, law enforcement officers detained a pawnshop employee suspected of embezzlement and misappropriation of funds, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region. It is reported that on January 11, 2026, a 23-year-old citizen, T.K., filed a complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District against S.M., who worked as an appraiser and cashier at the pawnshop "U.P.". She accuses S.M. of issuing
On February 11, 2026, a ministerial meeting in the format of "Central Asia - Germany" took place in Berlin, attended by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the KR. Also present at the meeting were the foreign ministers of Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and representatives from Germany.
The fifth day of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games in Italy was eventful: significant victories were recorded, new national records were set, and the issue of gender equality was raised. Some teams continue to confirm their status as favorites, while for others, such as the Kyrgyzstan national team, the competition is just beginning. France's Leadership in BiathlonThe spotlight was on French biathlete Éric Perrot, who won the 20 km individual race with a time of 47:58.1, making only one
As of February 1, the Social Fund of Kyrgyzstan reported the payment of 6 billion 73 million soms to nearly 230 thousand citizens. These funds were allocated from pension savings. It is important to note that the law allows the use of pension savings not only upon reaching retirement age. Citizens can direct these funds towards repaying mortgage loans, including financing based on Islamic principles, as well as for down payments in shared construction. Military personnel who have reached the
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), cataracts affect 94 million people worldwide. This condition is one of the leading causes of blindness, and a new study published in The Lancet highlights the seriousness of the situation: nearly 50% of people with cataracts who experience vision problems do not receive surgical treatment. Cataracts are a clouding of the lens, which leads to a deterioration of vision and can result in complete blindness.
On February 11, the second meeting of the transport ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation took place in Istanbul, where the Minister of Transport and Communications of Kyrgyzstan, Abstat Syrgabaev, met with Ilkhom Makhkamov, his Uzbek counterpart. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport. During the meeting, key aspects of cooperation between the two countries in the transport sector were discussed. In particular, the parties exchanged data
The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic announced observed attempts in the media to discredit its work, which became particularly relevant after the recent resignation of its chairman, Kamchybek Tashiev. In the agency's press release, it is stated that in light of recent events, "one-sided interpretations and statements are emerging in the information space that undermine citizens' trust in state institutions."
New restrictions may facilitate the emergence of new participants in the market According to information published by the Financial Times and reported by TRT, the European Commission plans to impose a ban on any cryptocurrency transactions involving Russia. The article clarifies that such strict measures against cryptocurrency service providers may contribute to the emergence of new companies in the market. The document states: "To ensure the effectiveness of sanctions, the [EU]
On February 11, 2026, a meeting took place in Berlin between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and Dr. Johann Wadephul, the Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs of Germany. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting, the heads of the foreign policy agencies emphasized their intention to deepen cooperation between the two countries based on the principles of mutual respect and
The president of the country informed about the corresponding decision. The document states: “To submit the draft of the new Constitution of Kazakhstan to a republican referendum with the following wording of the question: ‘Do you accept the new Constitution of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the draft of which was published in the media on February 12?’
The situation related to the recent resignation of the head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) has sparked discussions in the media and public circles. The press center of the agency stated that there are attempts by certain groups to discredit the work of national security bodies. According to the press service, the current statements and their interpretations are one-sided and aimed at undermining public trust in state institutions. GKNB employees operate under the guidance of
The exchange rates of major currencies, including the yuan, tenge, and euro, have shown an increase again. While the Russian ruble has slightly decreased in value, the US dollar has remained unchanged. This data was provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange offices in Bishkek. US Dollar:
As of February 12 of this year, snowfall is observed in most regions of the country due to changing weather conditions. The Ministry of Transport and Communications reports that road surface cleaning work is being carried out without interruption. According to the ministry's information, road service specialists are fully monitoring their sections.
According to information received from Kazakhstan, comedian Nurlan Saburov may become the subject of an investigation under the article "Mercenarism" of the Criminal Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Deputy Attorney General Galymzhan Koigeldiev confirmed this information, noting that the National Security Committee intends to clarify the circumstances related to the accusations against him regarding assistance to Russian military personnel. Koigeldiev specified that the question of
As part of the Department of Agricultural Crop and Horticulture Expertise, a new automated information system has been implemented, named "Unified System for Providing State Subsidies to Seed Production Enterprises of the Kyrgyz Republic," or AIS "Subsidy." The system was developed by the State Institution "AgroSmart" under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. AIS "Subsidy" is designed to simplify and automate the process
According to data from the National Bank, the total volume of money transfers to Kyrgyzstan in December 2025 reached $267.6 million. The largest portion of these funds — $245.5 million — came from CIS countries, while $22.1 million came from far abroad.
As reported by the UN News Service, the level of fraud in the fishing industry is significantly higher than in sectors such as meat, fruits, and vegetables, reaching almost 20%. According to a new report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), fraudulent activities in the fishing sector encompass several categories, such as:
On February 17, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, the supply of drinking water to residential houses, educational institutions, medical facilities, and other social infrastructure objects in the "Zhenish" residential area will be stopped. According to the press service of the mayor's office, this shutdown is related to emergency repair work at the "Zhenish" water intake. Photo by the press service of the mayor's office The municipal enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal"
In light of the recent resignation of the chairman of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, there have been attempts by certain interested groups to undermine the reputation of the country's national security agencies in the information space. This was reported in the official statement of the agency. The State National Security Committee emphasized that the interpretations and statements being disseminated are one-sided and aimed at reducing the level of public
In Karakol, at the ski base, the republican competitions among young skiers took place on February 10. The tournament was dedicated to the memory of Ella Maiyar — a world-class traveler and representative of cultural heritage, who made a significant contribution to the development of alpine skiing.
Since February 12, eight Kyrgyz companies have received permission to export their products to China. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Management, Agriculture, and Food Processing. This step is the result of thorough work carried out by the veterinary service, as well as the services for the development of livestock, pastures, and feed, which operate under the ministry.
Traffic is completely stopped on the Aral–Kazar man section On February 12, an avalanche occurred on the alternative North-South highway, in the area between Aral and Kazarman (section 243–296 km), as reported by the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result of this incident, vehicle movement in both directions has been temporarily suspended. The size of the avalanche is currently being assessed. Clearing operations are being carried out by the road
Agriculture worldwide is a subsidized sector and is considered an important social industry. This was stated on February 11 by the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mirbek Duyyshev. According to him, almost every country supports its agriculture in various ways, such as preferential loans, tax exemptions, and other preferences. Even in highly developed countries, Europe faces challenges in this area, which is related to the
At a recent press conference following the meeting of the speakers of the parliaments of Turkey and Kyrgyzstan, Numan Kurtulmuş and Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, it was announced that Turkey proposes to increase the volume of bilateral trade turnover with Kyrgyzstan to $5 billion. This was reported by Anadolu. Numan Kurtulmuş emphasized that the development of relations between the two countries is based on bilateral agreements reached during the official visit of Turkish President Recep Tayyip
