On the night of February 7, a ceremonial opening of the Winter Olympic Games took place in Italy. Kyrgyzstan will be represented by two athletes at these competitions.
Why is Vladimir Kim in a hurry to sell Bank RBK? What is the reason that writers are no longer considered the "cream of society"? Who is using the opinion of poet Mukhtar Shakhanov in support of the new Constitution? What are the consequences of the "imposition" of the Kazakh language and what awaits Kazakhstan with the rising oil prices? Answers to these questions can be found in the new review of Kazakh-language media by Nazira Darimbet. "One should not impose
Kyrgyzstan sets an ambitious goal — to increase the freight turnover of railways to 15 million tons per year by 2030. This became known at the business forum "B5+1," where Urmat Takhirov, the director of the relevant center of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, spoke. Takhirov noted that the National Economic Development Program includes clear parameters for increasing the capacity of railway transport.
From February 12 to 18, a musical will be held at the Philharmonic Hall of the city, telling the story of the life of the famous actor and People's Artist of the USSR Suymenkul Chokmorov. The Ministry of Culture announced this event. The support for the production of the musical has been provided by the ministry.
Hockey players from the village of Ak-Tyuz, located in the Kemin district of the Chui region, participated in various sports competitions, including republican championships, during the Soviet era. Local residents shared this information with a Turmush correspondent.
In the budget for 2026, 12.3 billion soms have been allocated for the repair of irrigation facilities. The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev shared this information during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with agricultural policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection. As Torobaev reported, the plans include the restoration and cleaning of 776
In a podcast on the YouTube channel of American blogger Dharkesh Patel, Elon Musk expressed the opinion that without significant innovations, the United States will not be able to compete with China in the field of high technology.
During the investigation, it was found that on February 8, 2026, a citizen T.A., born in 2006, arrived at the ski resort with friends for active recreation. After obtaining ski passes, they began skiing, and due to high speed, T.A. hit the rope barrier located at the edge and fell into the ravine. The injured girl was taken to the intensive care unit of the trauma department of the National Hospital in Bishkek with serious injuries. A preliminary medical examination showed that she was
An employee of the Ak-Suu Electric Distribution Network has been detained in the Issyk-Kul region, suspected of extorting a bribe, according to information provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. The calculation engineer, known as K.M.A., was detained on January 29 during an investigation related to corruption in the energy sector of the region.
On February 8, in the Uzgen district, during traditional horse competitions known as alaman ulaq, two accidents occurred. This was reported in a statement published by the mayor's office of the city of Manas. According to the provided information, one of the incidents involved a 25-year-old resident of the Suzak district who arrived at the event in his car. He decided to climb a hill for a better view, but due to carelessness, the vehicle rolled off the elevation and fell onto the road.
From February 2 to February 8, 25,638 traffic violations were registered in Kyrgyzstan. According to the press service of the State Traffic Safety Department, among them:
A missing child was found at the livestock market in the village of Chym-Korgon in the Kemin district. According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, on February 8, 2026, officers of the patrol and post service discovered the minor and returned him to his parent.
At the 'Kashka-Kulak' ski base, located in Baytik of the Alamudun district, a serious accident occurred. A group of young people’s vacation turned into a tragedy when one of the girls ended up in the hospital.
At the B5+1 forum, the most important aspects of economic cooperation between Central Asian countries were discussed. Uluk Kydyrbaev, Secretary of the Investment Council, noted in an interview with VB.KG that this is not just about trade, but about comprehensive interaction that can elevate the region to a new level.
Last year, women's entrepreneurship received significant support from the Guarantee Fund of Kyrgyzstan. This measure greatly increased women's access to bank loans and contributed to business expansion in the regions. According to data for 2025, women accounted for 40% of the total number of guarantees issued. Over the past 12 months, 658 guarantees were issued, with a total amount exceeding 586.2 million soms. This, in turn, led to the attraction of more than 2.5 billion soms in the
Photo from the internet. The Kazakh tenge is currently demonstrating the most stable and rapid growth According to data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, the exchange rates of the Kazakh tenge and the Chinese yuan have increased, while the euro and the Russian ruble have shown a decline. The exchange rate of the US dollar remained unchanged. US Dollar:
Last weekend, agricultural fairs were organized in the Moscow district of Chui region and the Aitmatov district of Talas region, where residents could purchase a variety of food products. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, together with local agricultural administrations and village councils, conducted this event.
According to the "Russian Service of the BBC," on the second day of the Olympic Games in Italy, eight sets of medals were contested. The first gold medal for the USA was won by skier Breezy Johnson, who triumphed in the downhill event. The Americans also secured victory in the team figure skating competition. Breezy Johnson brought the first gold to the USA. Photo by Reuters. The competitions in Cortina d'Ampezzo began with the women's downhill, where Breezy Johnson took
The history of Kyrgyz statehood is filled not only with important dates but also with the fates of people who gave real significance to these events. Among the "founding fathers" of Kyrgyzstan, Dali Myrza Zulfi Baev holds a special place. He, a representative of the old aristocracy who became a people's commissar, demonstrated that true nobility is measured not by lineage but by what benefits the people.
On February 6, a concert was held at the Orozaly Tekeiev Secondary School in the village of Bukara, located in the Panfilov District of the Chuy Region, organized by soloists of the Kyrgyz National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater named after A. Maldybaev. This was reported in a press release received by the editorial office. Director of the theater Nailya Rakhmadieva noted that the event aimed to introduce schoolchildren to classical art. Local residents eagerly awaited the artists, and many
From February 9 to 11, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turghunbek uulu, will travel to Turkey at the invitation of Numan Kurtulmuş, the Chairman of the Grand National Assembly of that country. The information was provided by the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh. This will be Turghunbek uulu's first official visit as Speaker following his re-election, during which he will hold several high-level meetings.
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted its second intervention in 2026, selling dollars on the currency market. This information was announced by the financial regulator. According to the report, on February 6, $109.95 million was sold on the interbank market. Of this amount, $65.5 million consisted of transactions settled on the same day, while $44.45 million were transactions settled at a later date.
During his working trip to Russia, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanibek Dosmambetov, held a meeting with Kyrgyz doctors working in Moscow. According to information from the ministry's press service, the event took place at the Kyrgyz Embassy and gathered about 60 doctors who work in the city's healthcare system.
At Fashion Week in Seoul, she showcased national style Shadia Isaeva, a model from Kyrgyzstan, found herself on the pages of the world-renowned magazine Vogue after Fashion Week held in Seoul. Her look was captured in the article The Best Street Style Photos From the Fall 2026 Shows in Seoul, where she appeared in a traditional Kyrgyz chapan and scarf. According to Shadia, this clothing belonged to her grandparents. She decided to wear it in memory of her relatives, aiming to convey the
The issue concerns the leak of confidential information Morgan McSweeney, who headed the administration of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has resigned. The reason for his decision was a scandal involving Peter Mandelson, as reported by The Guardian and Sky News. The situation escalated after the U.S. Department of Justice released new documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case, which mentioned Mandelson's name. Sky News notes that it concerns a possible transfer of confidential
On the evening of February 8, around 21:40, a report of an accident at the "Kashka-Kulak" base was received by the duty station of the Alamedin District Department of Internal Affairs. According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, a young skier fell into a gorge. According to preliminary investigation data, 17-year-old T.A. arrived at the base with friends to engage in skiing. After obtaining ski passes, the group
The head of the NSA prohibited sharing intercepted data Last year, the U.S. National Security Agency recorded an unusual phone call involving representatives of foreign intelligence and a person from President Donald Trump's inner circle. This information was disclosed by the Guardian newspaper, citing a lawyer for a source familiar with the intelligence data. These details are extremely sensitive and have sparked significant discussion in Washington over the past week. The information
The fight ended in a record 37 seconds as Magomedov defeated Colton England, allowing him to set an impressive record of 10-0. Fans noted that his style resembles Khabib's classic techniques, which generated a lot of excitement.
The Karakol "Bars", the current champion of Kyrgyzstan, has successfully started its overseas training camp in Turkey. The team is preparing for the new season of the Higher League.
At the ski resort "Kash-Kulak" in the Alamidin district of the Chui region, a girl fell into a ravine while skiing. According to eyewitnesses, the accident occurred last weekend. The girl was skiing down the slope and, losing control, fell into the ravine.
As reported by the chief physician of the dental clinic "All Yours," Victoria Karataeva, the risk of cardiovascular diseases may depend on unexpected factors. This statement was made in an interview with the Lenta.ru agency. According to the expert, patients suffering from chronic gum diseases, such as gingivitis and periodontitis, are at risk of atherosclerosis, stroke, and heart attack. Chronic inflammation, accompanied by bleeding, allows pathogenic bacteria to penetrate the blood
The LDP secured 316 mandates out of 465 possible, as reported by the Japanese public broadcaster NHK. Before the elections, the party held 198 seats in the lower house of parliament. The LDP's coalition partner, the Innovation Party, won 36 mandates.
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan Nursultan Keneshbekov added another medal to his collection at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships taking place in China. The 1500 meters race began on February 6, with two representatives from the Kyrgyzstan team at the start.
Current foreign exchange rates, effective at exchange offices and commercial banks, have been published on the website valuta.kg. As of February 9, the exchange rates in Bishkek are as follows:
According to the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Nursultan Keneshbekov won a silver medal at the Asian Championship held from February 6 to 8 in Tianjin, China. At this competition, athletes from Kyrgyzstan demonstrated impressive results. On the first day of the tournament, Iskender Chokaev finished the 800 meters with a time of 1 minute 56.83 seconds, placing 10th. Ruslan Litovsky recorded a time of 49.57 seconds in the 400 meters, which earned him 14th place.
The visit of the delegation began with a meeting with the leadership and coaches of the academy, where important issues regarding the development of young football players were raised. The participants exchanged views on modern approaches to athlete training and discussed key aspects of working with young talents.
In the 74th minute of the match, the home team took the lead thanks to a precise penalty kick by Dominik Szoboszlai. However, in the closing minutes of the game, Bernardo Silva equalized, and Erling Haaland, converting a penalty, brought victory to his team.
Currently, a preliminary investigation is underway, and an examination has been appointed. It has also become known about a traffic accident that occurred during the mentioned game. There are reports of an incident where a passenger car flew off a hill at high speed and landed on the roadway. According to eyewitnesses, the driver was heading to visit someone.
On the Bishkek—Osh highway, a driver was fined for violating traffic rules Turmush — On February 26, 2026, a driver who entered the oncoming lane on the Bishkek—Osh highway was found in the Jayil district and was issued a fine. According to the press service of the Traffic Police Department of the Chui region, on February 7, 2026, a video featuring the driver of a "Honda Stepwgn" appeared on social media. The footage shows him violating traffic rules by driving in the oncoming lane,
According to the press service of the city hall, the individual accused of setting his wife on fire is not a current employee of the city administration. The official statement clarifies that he worked at the municipal enterprise "Talas Zhashyl Charba" from July to December 2025, but as of today, his employment relationship with the municipality has ended.
The elections became a significant milestone for the LDPR, as the party gained the opportunity to implement necessary reforms, holding a constitutional majority.
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan carried out its second currency intervention in 2026. On February 6 of this year, the regulator conducted a sale of foreign currency on the interbank market amounting to $109.95 million. Of this amount, $65.5 million were transactions settled on the same day, while $44.45 million were operations settled at a later date.
The morning exchange rates at the currency exchange offices on Moskovsky Soviet on February 9 are as follows:
The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nurlanbek Turdunbek uulu, is planning to officially visit Turkey from February 9 to 11 at the invitation of Numan Kurtulmuş, the Chairman of the Grand National Assembly of Turkey. This will be Nurlanbek Turdunbek uulu's first official visit after being re-elected as Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, starting with the Republic of Turkey, where he is set to hold several high-level meetings. During the visit, he is expected to discuss
The Special Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan for Mountain Development, Dinara Kemelova, held a series of meetings with representatives of the UN system and the Secretariat of the Mountain Partnership, including the UN Resident Coordinator Antje Grawe and the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Kyrgyzstan, Kim Kwang-dzhe. According to the President's press service, Kemelova presented key priorities for Kyrgyzstan within the framework of the Decade of Action for Mountain
This week we observe the waning of the moon, leading to the conclusion of the current lunar cycle. The most significant event of February – the beginning of the Year of the Red Fire Horse – is scheduled for the 17th. On this day, a Solar Eclipse and a New Moon will also occur. The week is expected to be rich and dynamic, providing opportunities for resolving complex situations and implementing plans. However, be careful with documents: there may be pitfalls, mistakes, and typos that could
The State Service for Financial Supervision has granted licenses to six companies, allowing them to conduct virtual asset exchanges. This information has been published in the register of the Service for Regulation and Supervision of the Financial Market of Kyrgyzstan. Now these organizations can operate as virtual asset exchange operators, having obtained the necessary licenses to work within the country.
Kutpidin Shakirov has decided to resign from his position as the akim of the Kemin district, which is located in the Chui region. This information was confirmed by representatives of the district's state administration. On February 6, 2026, Shakirov submitted his resignation letter.
