- At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 5, Deputy Janar Akayev reported that licenses for a number of coal deposits have been issued in the Kok-Suu Valley in the Chon-Alai District. According to the deputy, the activities of coal mining companies are causing negative reactions among local residents.
Lukashenko emphasized that maintaining ties between Belarus and Kazakhstan is extremely important, as no country can develop in complete isolation. He highlighted the similarity of the two countries' views on global development and proposed to actively develop interregional cooperation based on trust and shared experience. Addressing trade issues, the president noted that trade turnover between the states has already exceeded 1 billion dollars, but there are opportunities for further
The new look of the Airbus emphasizes the strategic goals and cultural identity of the country. The state airline Asman Airlines has announced a new livery design for its future fleet of Airbus A321 aircraft. According to representatives of the JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," the updated appearance of the airplanes symbolizes Kyrgyzstan's aspirations to expand its international route network. Created in partnership with the main holding, the design includes elements that reflect
According to the State National Security Committee, participants of the women's cell of the extremist organization 'Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami' were detained in the Nooken District of the Jalal-Abad region. Department specialists noted that the detainees actively used closed Telegram channels to disseminate banned literature and discuss the idea of establishing a caliphate on the territory of Kyrgyzstan.
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has revoked the licenses of seven exchange offices engaged in cash foreign currency operations. The reason for this decision was violations of the current legislation and regulatory acts of the NB KR. The organizations whose activities have been terminated include the following exchange offices:
New measures are being introduced in Kyrgyzstan for drivers who seriously violate traffic rules three times or more within a year. The press service of the Main Department for Road Safety reported that such drivers will be required to retake their exams. Photo from the internet This measure is based on the updated Code of Offenses, which now includes Article 37 (note 1).
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, expressed his dissatisfaction with Kanibek Tumanbaev due to his inappropriate communication with sellers at the Osh market. This was reported by the president's press secretary, Askhat Alagozov. During a meeting with traders, the president's chief of staff, Tumanbaev, used an excessively emotional tone, which led to a stern warning from the head of state.
On February 5, ICE announced the arrest of 30-year-old B.B., a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, who is suspected of causing a fatal accident in Indiana. The arrest took place in the morning of February 5, and B.B. will remain in custody until immigration procedures are completed.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has responded to reports of a traffic accident in Indiana (USA), as a result of which a citizen named B.B. was detained. Currently, Kyrgyz diplomatic institutions in the USA are working to clarify all the details of the incident, including the legal status of the detainee and possible consular assistance measures.
In Uzbekistan, a temporary ban on the import of live animals and birds from India, as well as all types of livestock products originating from the state of West Bengal, came into effect on January 29. This decision was made by the Chief State Veterinary Inspector of the country in response to an outbreak of the Nipah virus (NiV) recorded in this region. According to the document, the import of goods controlled by the veterinary service is prohibited, except for international transit. In light
Nurlan Kydybaev, a 36-year-old craftsman from the village of Maman, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, has been creating clay products for 16 years. In recent years, he has also become interested in collecting historical artifacts. A Turmush correspondent spoke with him. As Nurlan noted, interest in his creations has significantly increased. “I was born and raised in the village of Maman, and after finishing school, I entered the Academy of Arts [National Academy of
According to the press service of the Drug Control Service (DCS) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on February 6, the trafficking of large volumes of drugs of Afghan origin, linked to an organized crime group, was stopped. On January 17, during operational activities, DCS officers conducted a search of a vehicle driven by 35-year-old A.A.K. Inside the car, hashish known as "chars" was discovered. As a result of the operation, two individuals were arrested: 31-year-old T.J.J., who
The breeding of yaks in Kyrgyzstan is gaining increasing significance as an agricultural direction, especially in the context of climate change. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the latest data, the yak population in the country stands at 61,650 heads. The main regions where they inhabit are Naryn, Issyk-Kul, and Osh oblasts, where high-altitude pastures create optimal ecological conditions for their maintenance.
In the Suzak district, a scheme for the illegal sale of land has been uncovered. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to available information, the director of the municipal enterprise "Suzak Tazalyk Koome" M. I. and his partner S. N. used forged documents to sell plots for individual housing construction (IHC) in the village of Blagoveshchenka, selling them for prices ranging from 700,000 to 1.5 million soms.
According to the information from the president's press secretary, Askad Alagozov, the head of state made a remark to Kanibek Tumanbaev, who holds the position of head of the Presidential Administration. This occurred after his visit to the Osh market on February 4, where he interacted with local entrepreneurs. A video surfaced online showing Tumanbaev speaking in a rather harsh manner to one of the meeting participants, which sparked public discontent.
On the website of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft law initiated by Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev has been published, proposing amendments to the Family Code. He emphasizes that the accessibility of medical procedures for gender correction creates a need for public discussion on this topic; however, legislation is lagging behind technological developments, leading to a legal vacuum. According to the deputy, issues related to transgenderism and gender identity often contradict traditional spiritual and
According to information from the website valuta.kg, the foreign currency exchange rates effective on February 6 were published, which apply in commercial banks and exchange offices. Thus, in Bishkek, the currency exchange rates on this date are as follows:
On February 5, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, held a ceremony to hand over five electric cargo vehicles to the municipal enterprise "City Improvement and Greening Combine." The mayor's office noted that this event was the result of a promise made by the mayor to the workers during one of the meetings. The transferred equipment is intended to simplify the work of employees and speed up the completion of tasks.
In Indiana, Bekzhan Beishekeev, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan, has been arrested on suspicion of involvement in a traffic accident that claimed the lives of four people. The incident occurred on February 3, when the truck driven by Beishekeev crossed into oncoming traffic and collided with a van, according to a police report. This was reported by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). As a result of this tragedy, the Aiker family perished: 50-year-old Henry, 25-year-old Menno,
The project is being implemented on the instruction of the president An ambitious project aimed at constructing a rehabilitation town based on the already existing "Maksat" center is starting in the Kyrgyz Republic. This new complex will become a key element in the treatment of children with conditions such as cerebral palsy, autism, and Down syndrome, combining medical, educational, and scientific functions. During the preparation for the implementation of this project, the Minister
The Talas City Court issued a verdict according to which the vice-president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan was fined 100,000 soms for abuse of power related to work in commercial and other organizations. This decision was announced on December 16, 2025. On November 5, the State Committee for National Security reported the detention in Talas of several high-profile officials, including the vice-president of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry N.N.E., the head of the
In Bishkek, the activities of an organized crime group involved in the sale of drugs produced in Afghanistan have been halted. This was reported by the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to information from law enforcement agencies, on January 17, as a result of operational actions during a search of the vehicle of citizen A.A.K., born in 1988, narcotic substances were found — hashish (chars) of Afghan origin.
At a meeting with traders at the Osh market, the head of the president's office, Kanbek Tumanbaev, received a stern reprimand from President Sadyr Japarov for his emotional behavior during the conversation. This was reported by the press secretary of the head of state, Askhat Alagozov, on social media, referencing his posts. President Japarov emphasized the importance of maintaining a polite and cultured approach when communicating with citizens, highlighting the need for restraint. He
In addition, the individuals in question used the procedures of state commissions on disputed issues of land amnesty to legalize illegally sold plots. Within the framework of the initiated criminal case, "M.I." and "N.S." were detained and placed in custody in the GKNB KR detention center. Currently, investigative actions are ongoing to establish all the facts of criminal activity, identify the amount of illegally obtained funds, and other possible accomplices.
Significant support measures for private preschool education have been announced in Uzbekistan. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev stated that entrepreneurs who open kindergartens on the premises of educational institutions and government agencies will be exempt from rent for a period of 30 years. This measure will be implemented in regions where there is a low level of preschool education coverage among children.
Yaks graze freely in high-altitude pastures and demonstrate excellent resilience to extreme conditions. They are capable of surviving and producing in conditions at altitudes ranging from 2000 to 4500 meters, where conventional livestock cannot exist. Given climate change and pasture degradation, the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture considers yak husbandry a promising direction. Yaks can adapt to harsh conditions, including cold, drought, and poor feed, making them particularly
Recently, residents of Bishkek have noticed problems with the road surface on the section from Almatinskaya Street to Baytik Baatyr Street, which was recently repaired. According to them, the new asphalt began to deteriorate immediately after the snow melted, with cracks, unevenness, and depressions appearing on the surface. A video capturing the condition of the road is actively circulating on social media. Residents are demanding to find out which company was responsible for laying the
On February 6, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the discovery of a scheme for the illegal sale of land in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region. According to the investigation, the director of the municipal enterprise "Suzak Tazalyk Komu," M.I., together with S.N., used forged decisions from the local government to deceitfully sell plots of land for individual housing construction in the village of Blagoveshchenka. The prices for
On February 5, 2026, during a working visit to Bahrain, the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Saudi Arabia, Ulukbek Maripov, met with the Minister of Industry and Commerce of Bahrain, Abdallah bin Adel Fakhro. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting, the possibilities for deepening economic and investment cooperation between the two countries were discussed, as well as ways to increase mutual trade turnover. In particular, the organization of a
Important statements by Xi Jinping regarding the requirements for a "strong currency" and its financial foundation have become extremely relevant against the backdrop of global changes. Xi Jinping stated that the yuan should become a global reserve currency, which is critically important for strengthening China's financial power. The question of whether China can reduce its dependence on the US dollar has been analyzed by the publication "TRT in Russian." The need for
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev held a telephone conversation with Mbaye Mohamed, head of the foreign policy agency of the Union of the Comoros. During the discussion, the ministers addressed issues related to plans for organizing high-level bilateral visits, as well as cooperation on multilateral platforms.
At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, the director of the Department of Transport and Development of Road Transport Infrastructure, Ulanbek Beishenbaev, reported that the "Tulpar" discount cards will be confiscated if they are transferred for use by third parties. During the discussion, deputy Emir Marlisbekov raised the question of how the authorities are combating fare evaders in public transport.
left: Yasmin Fouad and Batbaatar Bat The slogan for the upcoming 17th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (COP17), which will take place in Mongolia, has been officially approved. It reads: "Restoring our land, restoring our hope," which translates to "Restoration of land. Restoration of hope." This session of COP17 of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification will be held in the capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar, from
Illustrative photo The negotiations held in the capital of the UAE were organized with the participation of General Alexus Grinkevich, the commander of the US European Command, who reached an agreement to restore contacts with high-ranking representatives of Russia and Ukraine. It is worth noting that this military channel was suspended in the fall of 2021, shortly before the start of the full-scale war between Russia and Ukraine.
According to the investigation, the activists of the cell lured young women by offering them training in tailoring and sewing, during which they subtly instilled the ideology of this extremist organization. The leaders of the group actively used closed Telegram channels to disseminate banned literature and discuss the idea of creating a caliphate on the territory of Kyrgyzstan.
International media and news agencies have provided information about events in Ukraine and around the world occurring against the backdrop of the current military actions. Key points from the past day. Without electricity in Belgorod. Photo Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. The second stage of trilateral negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the USA has concluded in Abu Dhabi. An important outcome was the agreement on a prisoner exchange under the "157 for 157" scheme, marking the first
In the Jalal-Abad region, in the Nooken district, employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) detained members of the women's cell of the extremist organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami." It has been reported that during counter-terrorism operations, active members of the women's wing of this organization were identified, who, under the pretext of teaching sewing and tailoring, were attracting young girls. In the course of their activities, they attempted to
The "Horeca Club" Association, representing the interests of the restaurant and hotel sector, explained how the cost price and price of dishes in public catering are formed. According to their information, the 15% service charge was not part of the establishment's profit. This money was used to create a payroll fund and support high service standards.
The EEC Council has decided to introduce tariff benefits aimed at supporting meat processors. According to the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan, until the end of 2026, up to 5,000 tons of meat can be imported under special conditions within the EAEU. These new rules apply to fresh, chilled, and frozen beef. However, to take advantage of the "zero" tariff or reduced rates, importers must meet several strict conditions.
On February 4, 2026, during his working visit to Bahrain, the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Saudi Arabia, Ulukbek Maripov, met with the Minister of Finance and National Economy of Bahrain, Sheikh Salman bin Khalifa Al-Khalifa. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, the meeting focused on issues of deepening and expanding trade, economic, and investment cooperation between the two countries. During the conversation, the ambassador emphasized the need to
html In the morning of February 6 of this year, the exchange rates in the Moscow City Council look as follows: Euro 102.5-103.2 103.5-104.0 Ruble 1.13-1.14 1.14-1.15 Tenge 0.16-0.17 0.17 The dollar rate remains stable, it can be bought for 87.5 soms and sold for 87.75 soms. The cost of the euro has slightly decreased: it can be purchased at a price of 102.5-103.2 soms, and sold for 103.5-104 soms. As for the ruble, its rate has remained unchanged: purchase at 1.13-1.14 soms, sale at 1.14-1.15
Image from the internet. After the decline, the ruble shows growth As of February 6, there is an increase in the exchange rates of the Kazakh tenge and the Russian ruble, while the value of the euro and the Chinese yuan has decreased. The US dollar remains stable, according to information from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US dollar exchange rate:
As a result of investigative and operational activities, it was established that the director of the municipal enterprise "Suzak Tazalyk Koome" M.I. in collusion with S.N. under the guise of assisting in the allocation of land plots for individual housing construction (IHC) in the village of Blagoveshchenka in the Suzak district, used fake resolutions of the ayil okmotu to sell the plots. Prices ranged from 700,000 to 1.5 million soms per plot. In addition, to legalize these illegal
The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan has announced a competition for conducting engineering and geological surveys on the territory of the Kambarata HPP-1. This information was stated in the official release of the agency. The procurement will be implemented as part of the project "Technical Assistance for the Kambarata HPP-1 Project" and will be conducted using an unrestricted method with a two-package approach.
According to analysts from Stifel, the price of Bitcoin may drop to $38,000. The price dynamics of this cryptocurrency have been compared to the plot of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." In October 2022, the price of Bitcoin reached a record high of $126,000, but then fell to $67,000, which corresponds to levels recorded in November 2024.
In the Jalal-Abad region, in the Nooken district, activists of the women's wing of the religious extremist group "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami" have been identified, reports the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). The investigation established that the girls were invited to sewing training, during which the ideas of this organization were subtly instilled in them. According to information from the GKNB, the group's leaders actively participated in
Gates expressed regret over the time spent with Epstein, denying allegations that emerged following the release of new documents from the U.S. Department of Justice. These materials, published last week, included drafts of emails that raised doubts about his reputation. “I regret every minute spent with him, and I apologize,” Gates said in an interview with Australian broadcaster 9News, which aired on Wednesday.
At the same time, money transfers from Russia to other countries in the region have returned to the levels of 2021. After a significant increase in 2022, caused by the mass exodus of Russians, activity in 2023 has decreased due to the "adaptation effect" and difficulties with international transfers. For example, in Armenia, the volume of transfers decreased by 59 percent to 1.3 billion dollars, while the previous year it exceeded 4 billion. Transfers to Georgia dropped by 13.6
