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Tobacco Law in the Kyrgyz Republic to Be Tightened: Hookah Can Only Be Smoked with a License

In Kyrgyzstan, a draft law is being discussed concerning changes to the legislation regulating public health protection and the licensing system. It proposes the introduction of new rules for the use of hookahs. According to amendments to the law "On Protecting Citizens' Health from the Consequences of Tobacco and Nicotine Consumption," a complete ban on the use of hookahs, shishas, and narghiles in public places is planned. They will only be allowed in specially equipped

06.02.2026, 17:55
The President called the "Unaa" reform one of the most important for the country.
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The President called the "Unaa" reform one of the most important for the country.

In light of the fact that over a thousand people become victims of road traffic accidents every year, reforming the driver training system becomes extremely important. President Sadyr Japarov characterized this reform as strategically necessary for the country in an interview with the Kabar agency and urged the population to accept it with understanding. - Hello, Sadyr Nurgoyevich! Discussions regarding the replacement of driver's licenses and driver training continue in society.

06.02.2026, 17:42
The preferential card "Tulpar" may be revoked
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The preferential card "Tulpar" may be revoked

According to the official, there are situations where one card is used by several relatives, for example, a 70-year-old daughter and her 90-year-old mother. At the meeting of the BGK, Ulanbek Beishenbaev, the director of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure, reported on the possibility of revoking the preferential card "Tulpar," which is intended for travel on public transport. He noted: "We encounter cases where, for example, a

06.02.2026, 17:36
Between Sanctions and Corridor: How Financial Decisions in Central Asia Become Geopolitics
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Between Sanctions and Corridor: How Financial Decisions in Central Asia Become Geopolitics

The agenda raises the question of which future model to choose: logistics between China and Europe or participation in circumventing sanctions. The increasing sanctions pressure on Russia's financial system, combined with the development of the Middle Corridor, fundamentally changes the economic architecture of the continent. For Central Asian countries, the issue is no longer limited to diplomatic maneuvering but becomes a choice between integration into transparent logistics chains

06.02.2026, 17:34
Exclusive

In Jeti-Oguz, a driver who fled the scene of an accident was detained

Yesterday, February 5, at 17:15 in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, near the Gaprov School, an accident occurred involving an unknown vehicle and a "Mazda Demio," after which the perpetrator fled the scene. According to the traffic control service of the Issyk-Kul region, as a result of operational-search activities, officers from the road safety department of the Jet-Oguz District Internal Affairs Department managed to detain a "Daewoo Nexia" suspected of being involved in this

06.02.2026, 17:31
In Talas, a man doused his wife with gasoline and set her on fire. Caution, photo
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In Talas, a man doused his wife with gasoline and set her on fire. Caution, photo

A 32-year-old resident of the Bakai-Ata district in the Talas region set his wife on fire by dousing her with gasoline. The victim was only able to recount what happened two months later. According to information provided by the police, the woman filed a report on February 5, stating that the incident occurred on October 15 of last year. The husband first beat her and then doused her with gasoline and set her on fire. Initial data from law enforcement indicated that both spouses sustained

06.02.2026, 17:27
News / Education news

In 2026, 30 interactive panels will be purchased for schools in Bishkek

In Bishkek, the purchase of 30 interactive panels for schools is planned for 2026. This became known on February 6 during a meeting of the permanent commission on economy, budget, finance, and investments of the Bishkek City Council, as reported by the Director of the Department of Education, Rakhmat Musaev. During this meeting, deputy Emir Marlisbekov from the "Emgek" party pointed out the discrepancy between the budget request and the approved project. He reported that the requested

06.02.2026, 17:24
News / Education news

Tablets may be purchased for high school students in Bishkek schools

In the schools of Bishkek, the purchase of tablets for high school students may take place. On February 6, during a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, which deals with issues of economy, budget, finance, and investments, deputy Tatiana Kuznetsova from the "Zhanı-Kuch" party raised a question about the availability of computers in educational institutions of the capital.

06.02.2026, 17:22
Kyrgyzstan and France Strengthen Partnership in the Field of Ecology and Technical Supervision
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Kyrgyzstan and France Strengthen Partnership in the Field of Ecology and Technical Supervision

On February 6, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, Almaz Musaev, and the Ambassador of France to the Republic, Nicolas Fay. During the meeting, representatives of the French side confirmed their readiness to support Kyrgyzstan's participation in the COP21 conference, scheduled for 2026 in Yerevan, and offered assistance in organizing side events related to biodiversity issues.

06.02.2026, 17:19
In Kyrgyzstan, a new type of state price regulation is planned to be introduced - on revenue volume
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, a new type of state price regulation is planned to be introduced - on revenue volume

The bill will determine the maximum level of profitability A new approach to state price regulation for goods and services is planned in Kyrgyzstan, which will limit profitability to 25% of the cost price. This innovation may also affect the taxi sector. The bill proposed by the Cabinet of Ministers regarding the establishment of a maximum level of profitability is currently being discussed in the Jogorku Kenesh. The current legislation does not allow for measures aimed at curbing the rise in

06.02.2026, 17:18
Local news

Kyrgyzstan Changes Rules for Incarceration and Strengthens Control

The draft law presented for public discussion, titled "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic," addresses important aspects of the Criminal Executive Code, as well as laws related to the penitentiary system and law enforcement agencies. These changes aim to significantly revise the norms concerning the conditions of detention for convicts, the organization of their labor, the rules for transferring between different regimes, the powers of penitentiary

06.02.2026, 17:17
Local news / Exclusive

Threat to 2,547 Homes and Cliffs up to 8 Meters High — Uncontrolled Extraction of Sand and Gravel Has Altered the Riverbeds of Kok-Art and Kara-Darya

In order to combat illegal extraction of inert materials in the Kök-Art and Kara-Darya rivers in the Jalal-Abad region, additional measures are being taken. Recently, a meeting was held chaired by Nurlan Ermatov, the first deputy representative of the president in the region, where issues regarding the cessation of extraction in the riverbeds and the possibility of opening alternative quarries were discussed.

06.02.2026, 17:17
The Road Safety Forum Took Place in Bishkek
Local news / Exclusive

The Road Safety Forum Took Place in Bishkek

A forum focused on road safety issues and finding methods to reduce the number of traffic accidents took place in Bishkek. Participants discussed current problems on the roads of the capital and the country, as well as developed specific steps to improve the situation. Among the participants were high-ranking officials such as the head of the Main Department for Road Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Azhenbek Kozukeev, the head of the Bishkek City Police Department, Azamat

06.02.2026, 17:16
Economy

The National Bank introduces new requirements for exchange offices

The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NB KR) has presented changes to the existing requirements for exchange offices and opened them for discussion. NB KR ProposalsStarting from March 31, 2026, the following minimum requirements for working capital will apply to new exchange points, additional locations, and seasonal offices:

06.02.2026, 17:13
The volume of money transfers from Russia to Kyrgyzstan amounted to about $3 billion
Economy / Exclusive

The volume of money transfers from Russia to Kyrgyzstan amounted to about $3 billion

According to preliminary results for 2025, the volume of money transfers from Russia to Kyrgyzstan may even exceed $3 billion. This data was provided by the RBC publication, which presented statistics for the 11 months of the previous year. At that time, the amount of remittances from Russia was $2.99 billion. Experts suggest that this important milestone was likely surpassed in December. RBC refers to an analysis of the statistics from the central banks of neighboring countries, which

06.02.2026, 17:12
Economy

Authorities promise road repairs to the new Osh market and Ala-Archa reservoir

The Ministry of Transport and Communications presented the results of its work for the past year and outlined plans for the current one. Unfortunately, there is no relief in sight for drivers in the near future, as new road sections will be added to the ongoing reconstructions. Achievements of 2025In 2025, the construction and repair of roads with a total length of 1,606 km were completed, of which 1,545 km received asphalt surfacing. Additionally, 11 new bridges were constructed and put into

06.02.2026, 17:11
More than 36,000 children received assistance in short-term care facilities in 2025
Health / Exclusive

More than 36,000 children received assistance in short-term care facilities in 2025

In 2025, 36,299 children underwent examination and treatment in the short-term care units of the republic's hospitals, both on a planned and emergency basis. According to the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund, this format of assistance has become particularly sought after among parents of young children: 64% of all patients were children under six years old, including 11% infants under one year. The infrastructure of these units allows doctors to immediately begin diagnosis and therapy upon

06.02.2026, 17:11
The doctor explained how to lose weight by summer
Health / Exclusive

The doctor explained how to lose weight by summer

To achieve an optimal weight by summer, it is necessary to follow a specific strategy, where the key steps are eliminating chronic stress, adjusting nutrition, and incorporating physical activity. This was stated by Andrey Martyushev-Poklad, a leading specialist at the NTI "Healthnet" and the "Health of the Healthy" union, in an interview with RIA Novosti. “First and foremost, it is important to get rid of factors that cause chronic stress. Such factors include, for

06.02.2026, 17:10
Incidents

10 hectares of land in Jalal-Abad transferred to state ownership

According to information from the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic, the prosecutor's office of the Jalal-Abad region conducted an inspection, which revealed that a plot of land measuring 10 hectares had been illegally transferred into private ownership. In 1999, in violation of land legislation, officials from the Suzak district state administration made a decision to transfer this plot, which belongs to the state land fund, to the private

06.02.2026, 17:06
Exclusive

The Story of One Family: Surabubu Malabekova was taken as a bride to Kemin while she was a student, where she bought a color television for an outrageous amount of money.

Surabubu Sadikovna Malabekova, residing in the village of Beysheke in the Kemin district of Chuy region, has mastered many professions throughout her life. She was born on January 10, 1956, in the village of Pioneer, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of Naryn region. In her family, she raised five children: four sons and one daughter, and she takes pride in having 12 grandchildren.

06.02.2026, 17:05
In Nookat, farmers were trained in modern tobacco cultivation technologies
Economy / Exclusive

In Nookat, farmers were trained in modern tobacco cultivation technologies

The Department of Agricultural Crop and Horticulture Expertise held a training seminar on tobacco cultivation for farmers and dehkan farms in the Nookat district of the Osh region. According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry, participants in the seminar were provided with comprehensive information on tobacco cultivation technologies, the conditions necessary for new varieties, and their agronomic characteristics.

06.02.2026, 17:03
In Bishkek, new methods for combating corruption risks were discussed
Local news / Exclusive

In Bishkek, new methods for combating corruption risks were discussed

On February 6, a meeting took place at the Law Academy of the General Prosecutor's Office, where new methods of managing corruption risks in state and local government bodies were discussed. The press service of the General Prosecutor's Office reported that representatives of the Jogorku Kenesh, the General Prosecutor's Office, as well as experts and scholars participated in the event. This event was made possible through cooperation with Transparency International and with the

06.02.2026, 17:02
In Talas, a raid was conducted against illegal fuel sales
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In Talas, a raid was conducted against illegal fuel sales

Today, a raid aimed at combating illegal fuel sales took place in Talas. This was reported by the city administration. Representatives from several agencies participated in the operation, including the tax service, the internal affairs department, and emergency services. During the raid, illegal fuel trading was identified, which resulted in a fine being imposed on one of the offenders. Specialists are also conducting educational work with the violators.

06.02.2026, 17:02
A Giant Jellyfish the Size of a Bus Filmed Off the Coast of Argentina
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A Giant Jellyfish the Size of a Bus Filmed Off the Coast of Argentina

On the coast of Argentina, scientists made an astonishing discovery: an underwater camera captured a giant jellyfish known as Stygiomedusa gigantea, whose size is comparable to that of a bus. The footage was taken aboard the research vessel Falkor, which was submerged at a depth of about 250 meters during its journey from Buenos Aires to Tierra del Fuego. According to specialists from the Schmidt Ocean Institute, the tentacles of this jellyfish can reach lengths of up to ten meters, making it

06.02.2026, 16:59
Incidents

A woman reported to the police that her husband tried to burn her.

According to information provided by the Talas region police department, the suspect, D. Zh., born in 1994, has been accused of attempting to set his wife on fire. It is noted that on February 5, M. T., born in 1998, reported domestic violence to the Lenin District Police Department in Bishkek. She stated that on October 15 of last year, her husband brutally beat her and expelled her from their home in the Bakai-Ata district, after dousing her with gasoline and setting her on fire.

06.02.2026, 16:58
Incidents

The police announced the detention of a criminal group consisting of driving school directors.

According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, law enforcement agencies have identified an organized criminal group that included directors of several driving schools. Three main suspects have been detained. The investigation has established that the criminal group was engaged in the production of fake documents confirming the completion of driving courses. Among the suspects were M. A., the director of the driving school "Zh.

06.02.2026, 16:56
The police detained a suspect in a driver database fraud case.
Incidents

The police detained a suspect in a driver database fraud case.

The police in the Chuy region have detained a man suspected of fraudulent activities related to the issuance of driver's licenses. According to the press service of the regional police department, the detention occurred after a local resident approached law enforcement. It became known that on January 22, 2026, a citizen reported to the police department of the Jayil district about his acquaintance with the suspect I.R. in November 2025. This man worked at one of the lyceums in the city

06.02.2026, 16:56
It has been announced how many athletes will participate in the VI WIC and what the prize fund will be.
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It has been announced how many athletes will participate in the VI WIC and what the prize fund will be.

In 2026, the World Nomad Games will take place in the Kyrgyz Republic, with the participation of athletes and guests expected from at least 100 different countries. Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, announced this at an off-site meeting held at the racetrack in Cholpon-Ata, Issyk-Kul region, dedicated to the preparations for this event. During the meeting, participants discussed key aspects of the

06.02.2026, 16:56
Agricultural fairs were held in the Manas and Toktogul districts
Local news / Exclusive

Agricultural fairs were held in the Manas and Toktogul districts

In the Manas and Toktogul districts, a new fair was held where local residents could purchase agricultural products. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, the event was organized in collaboration with local authorities for agrarian development and the rural administration. The fair featured a variety of products, including meat products, fresh vegetables and fruits, as well as flour, vegetable oil, and sugar, offered at affordable prices. The main goal of this initiative

06.02.2026, 16:54
Sports

Iler Bakhtiyar Uulu will fight at a tournament in the USA

Kyrgyz fighter Iler Bakhtiyar uulu (10-3) will compete at a mixed martial arts tournament in the USA. In San Antonio, Texas, on February 7, a new tournament of the Fury Fighting Championship league will take place in the early morning hours.

06.02.2026, 16:48
Shykmamatov announced a change in the philosophy of relations between the state and the taxpayer
Economy / Exclusive

Shykmamatov announced a change in the philosophy of relations between the state and the taxpayer

During the meeting of the Board of the State Tax Service, Chairman Almambet Shykmamatov shared important achievements that can be discussed at the end of 2025. He noted that the results obtained are not a consequence of a favorable economic situation or isolated actions. According to Shykmamatov, this is the fruit of a thoughtful and consistent state policy initiated by the president and the government, as well as the result of the responsible and professional work of the entire tax service

06.02.2026, 16:47
Orozo in Kyrgyzstan: DUMK has approved the date
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Orozo in Kyrgyzstan: DUMK has approved the date

The beginning of the month of Ramadan is scheduled for February 19 The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) has announced that the month of Ramadan will begin on February 19. The corresponding decision was made and announced at the administration. This decision was the result of the work of the fatwa council of the participating countries of the TMA, which took place in Samarkand (Uzbekistan). The prayer that traditionally precedes the holy month will be held in all mosques

06.02.2026, 16:45
Exclusive

The National Bank issued a license to JSC "Asman Bank" for conducting banking operations

- In accordance with the established norms of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the regulatory acts of the National Bank, a license was issued to JSC "Asman Bank" for the right to conduct banking activities. With the receipt of the license, JSC "Asman Bank" will be able to commence its operations, including attracting deposits, providing loans, cash settlement services, and other types of operations defined by banking legislation.

06.02.2026, 16:43
News / Education news

In 2026, the budget of the Bishkek Department of Education will nearly double.

On February 6, at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economic issues, budget, finance, and investments, Rakhmat Musaev, head of the Department of Education of the city administration, announced the budget plans of the department for 2026. According to Musaev, in 2026, the department's budget will amount to 851 million 566.9 thousand soms, which significantly exceeds the budget of the previous year, which was 437 million 588.2 thousand soms. This means that

06.02.2026, 16:41
Economy

The Head of the State Tax Service believes that 2025 was a turning point for the tax system of Kyrgyzstan

At the annual meeting of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, held on February 6, Almambet Shykmamatov, the head of the STS, designated 2025 as a period of systemic changes and a transition to a new approach in tax policy. The agency emphasizes the shift from fiscal pressure and manual control to a service-oriented approach, digitalization, and the establishment of partnership relations with taxpayers. According to Shykmamatov, during the reporting period, tax and payment revenues

06.02.2026, 16:40
Health

In 2025, over 36,000 children in Kyrgyzstan underwent examination and treatment in short-term care units.

According to the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund, in 2025, 36,299 children underwent examination and treatment in short-term (daytime) care departments in hospitals across the country. These activities were conducted both on a planned and emergency basis as part of the state guarantee program. Of the total number of patients, 64% were children under 6 years old, among whom 11% were infants under one year.

06.02.2026, 16:38
After renovation, the children's assistance center has reopened in Bishkek
Local news

After renovation, the children's assistance center has reopened in Bishkek

Photo courtesy of the Bishkek City Hall press service After the completion of major renovations, the children's assistance center, which suffered from violence and abuse, has reopened its doors. Bishkek Deputy Mayor Victoria Mozgacheva visited the facility to familiarize herself with its updates. According to information from the City Hall press service, this center has been providing free services in social, psychological, and legal areas for children in difficult situations, including

06.02.2026, 16:35
In Bishkek, the use of the state language in the service and advertising sectors was discussed
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In Bishkek, the use of the state language in the service and advertising sectors was discussed

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a meeting was held dedicated to the issues of using the state language in the service and advertising sectors. This information was provided by representatives of the city administration. At the meeting, which took place on February 5, 2026, in the Sverdlovsk district, leaders and officials from various organizations gathered, including public service centers, civil registry offices, major retail chains, entertainment and leisure establishments, as well

06.02.2026, 16:22
Kazakhstan's Rare Earth Raw Materials Integrated into the U.S. Processing Chain
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Kazakhstan's Rare Earth Raw Materials Integrated into the U.S. Processing Chain

Kazakhstan's AltynGroup and the North American company REAlloys have entered into a strategic partnership. Under this agreement, rare earth resources from Kazakhstan will be integrated into the manufacturing chain of the United States, as reported by Exclusive.kz. According to information from FBRC, this agreement includes a 10-year framework model for the supply of rare earth materials, as well as a non-binding intention to invest in the expansion of the production of metals and alloys

06.02.2026, 16:21
It will get warmer again in Uzbekistan over the weekend.
In the world

It will get warmer again in Uzbekistan over the weekend.

On the same day, Friday, precipitation (rain, snow) is expected in most of Uzbekistan, except for the northern regions where there will be no rain. During the day, the temperature will not exceed +1…+6 degrees Celsius, while it will be colder in the north — −2…−7 degrees. Starting Saturday, no precipitation is forecasted, except for the Fergana Valley, where rain and snow are possible. At night, the temperature will range from −2 to +3 degrees, and during the day it will rise to +7…+12 degrees.

06.02.2026, 16:18
In the village of Toru-Ayghyr, a water supply system has been launched for 62 million soms
Economy

In the village of Toru-Ayghyr, a water supply system has been launched for 62 million soms

On February 6, an official ceremony was held in the village of Toru-Ayghyr in the Issyk-Kul region to inaugurate a new water supply system. The event was attended by Bakyt Torobaev, the presidential envoy in the region Bakytbek Zhetigenov, head of the district administration Japarbek Ormonov, and local residents. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and

06.02.2026, 16:16
News / Education news

In the national budget for this year, 5.9 billion soms have been allocated for the salaries of teachers in Bishkek.

In the republican budget for 2023, 5.9 billion soms are allocated for the salaries of teachers in Bishkek. This information was announced at a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, finance, investments, and budget. City council deputy from the "Emgek" faction, Mirgul Rasul kyzy, noted that last year there was a discussion about the possibility of transferring the funding for education in the capital from the local budget to the republican

06.02.2026, 16:16