Singapore has announced the establishment of the National Space Agency (NSAS) aimed at strengthening its position in the global space market, which is projected to grow to $1.8 trillion by 2035, reports Kazinform, citing SCMP. This was announced by Minister of Energy and Science Tan See Leng at the first-ever space summit.
In Kyrgyzstan, the activities of a group engaged in activating accounts in popular messengers "WhatsApp," "Telegram," and "Lalafo" have been disrupted. Members of this group also recruited citizens to sell their bank cards, acting as so-called "drop points." This information was provided by the State National Security Committee (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic. Accounts and bank cards obtained in this manner were sold to international fraudsters via the
According to information disseminated by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan, the land of the Osh Passenger Automobile Transport Enterprise (PATP-1) has been returned to state ownership. Photo GKNB During the analysis of the situation, it was revealed that in the early 2000s, a significant plot of land belonging to PATP-1 was illegally privatized. The former director of the enterprise registered this territory in his name and then divided it into
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development, Deputy Zhanibek Abirov expressed concern about the rising prices of dishes in cafes and restaurants. He emphasized that previously the service charge in catering establishments was 10%-15% of the total bill, with 7%-8% of that amount going to tips for the waitstaff, while the remainder stayed with the owners of the establishments.
Bill Clinton, the former President of the United States, and his wife Hillary, who previously served as Secretary of State, have agreed to testify before the House Oversight Committee. This committee, operating at the initiative of Republicans, is investigating the connections of convicted financier Jeffrey Epstein with influential figures, as reported by the BBC. In extensive documentation provided by the U.S. Department of Justice regarding the Epstein case, the names of the Clintons are
The Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov announced the intention to create a new department dedicated to digital transformation during a board meeting focused on the results of 2025. He noted that the new division will employ at least 10 staff members who will focus on the implementation and development of digital technologies in the healthcare sector.
The decree on the establishment of a consortium aimed at supporting small and medium-sized enterprises was signed by President Sadyr Japarov. This new body will bring together government institutions, financial organizations, educational institutions, and international partners, which should contribute to increasing transparency and efficiency in policy in this area.
Important alpine skiing competitions were held at the "Kashkulak" base in Kyrgyzstan, which included two stages of the Central Asia Cup, the National Championship, as well as a junior championship and an international event under the auspices of FIS.
A tragedy occurred in the Sokuluk district: three children drowned, reports the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. According to information from the police, on February 2, a report was received at the Sokuluk district police department that three young children had fallen into a canal located in the village of Maiskaya in the Zhany-Pakhtinsky ayil okmotu.
By the decree of President Sadyr Japarov, the transition of the "Muras" historical and cultural heritage fund to the management of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan has been implemented. Now, the fund, which was previously under the purview of presidential structures, will operate as part of the Institute of History, Archaeology, and Ethnology named after B. Jamgerchinov at the NAS KR. This decision aims to enhance the research capabilities of the institute and develop
The Bishkek City Hall has announced an auction featuring 77 vehicles from municipal ownership. The bidding is scheduled for March 13 at 10:00 at the following address: Bishkek, Chokmorov Street, 246. Participants can register until March 9, 17:00.
At the last meeting of the Eurasian Economic Commission Council, several decisions were made aimed at supporting the agro-industrial sector of Kyrgyzstan. According to the new documents, the Republic will receive tariff benefits exempting it from paying import customs duties on a number of key goods imported for domestic consumption and processing. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources. According to the information, benefits will be provided for the following
In the Issyk-Kul region, an investigation has been initiated regarding the possible illness of pheasants. Recently, information was received that sick pheasants, which began to die, were spotted in Dolinka of the Issyk-Kul district.
The Secretary-General of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), Nurlan Ermekbaev, shared his opinion on the possibility of introducing a unified currency for the member states. His comments were published by RIA Novosti. Ermekbaev noted that currently, the issue of creating a unified currency is not on the SCO agenda. The main focus is on developing a flexible and diverse payment system that will take into account the needs of the member states and promote the development of trade and
The executions were carried out following a verdict from the court in the city of Shenzhen in Guangdong province. The Supreme People's Court of China sanctioned this measure in response to a "series of crimes," including intentional murder, telecommunications fraud, and drug trafficking. The sentence was handed down back in November 2025. An important point: on January 29, Chinese media reported the execution of 11 members of another criminal family, the Ming, also linked to
In Karakol, a 34-year-old woman died at the local hospital after being brought in with signs of poisoning. Her relatives suspect her ex-husband. According to law enforcement information, on January 31, 2026, the Karakol City Police Department received a report from an ambulance that a resident of the city, born in 1992, had been hospitalized in serious condition and placed in intensive care. Despite all efforts by the doctors, the woman did not survive.
On February 3, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported that a channel facilitating the activities of telephone scammers had been shut down. The investigation established that a group of droppers, operating in Kyrgyzstan, was involved in activating accounts in mobile messengers such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Lalafo through the country's mobile operators. They also sought citizens whom they persuaded to sell their bank cards.
On February 4 and 5, the second business forum "B5+1" will take place in Bishkek, as reported by the information support department of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the statement, this high-level forum is organized in collaboration with the government of the Kyrgyz Republic and will provide a platform for dialogue between business representatives and authorities from Central Asia and the United States. The main goal of the event is to develop regional
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The Kyrgyzstan team showcased their sports and ceremonial gear for participation in the Winter Olympic Games, which will be held in Italy. The Winter Olympics will take place from February 6 to 22 in the cities of Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo. The national team consists of two athletes.
According to information from the press center of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), GKNB employees stopped the criminal activities of a group whose members were allegedly located in Kyrgyzstan and were creating accounts in the messaging apps WhatsApp, Telegram, and Lalafo using numbers from local telecommunications operators. They were also engaged in so-called "drop servicing," convincing citizens to sell their bank cards. The obtained cards and accounts were sold to
Aibiyke Nurlanova, a 19-year-old dancer from Bishkek, began practicing competitive ballroom dancing in her childhood. Over the years of active performances, she has managed to win numerous medals and trophies, become a winner of international tournaments, and reach the finals of the world championship. She is also a prize winner of the championships of Kyrgyzstan and currently holds the title of candidate for master of sports with representation for master of sports. Dancing remains an
At this meeting, a number of decisions were made aimed at strengthening the economic and food security of the member countries of the Union. One of the key points was the provision of a tariff benefit to Kyrgyzstan for the import of raw cane sugar. In 2026, the republic will be exempt from paying import customs duties on 20,000 tons, which will be an important support for local processing enterprises and help stabilize prices in the domestic sugar market.
Xi Jinping, the Chairman of the People's Republic of China, has proposed the initiative for the yuan to become a global reserve currency, as reported by the Financial Times. In his opinion, the country needs to create a "strong currency" that can be effectively used in international trade, as well as in investment and currency markets.
In Kara-Balta, the results of the athletes from the "Manas" sports complex at the Kyrgyzstan Jiu-Jitsu Championship were summarized, reported Turmush correspondent. The Kyrgyzstan Jiu-Jitsu Championship took place on January 24-25 in Bishkek at the "Gazprom" sports and health complex. The tournament was organized by the National Jiu-Jitsu Federation to form the national team of the country. About 300 athletes from various regions of Kyrgyzstan, as well as veterans,
Illustrative photo The spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, Esmail Baghaei, noted that measures that the Islamic Republic of Iran will take in response to the "illegal, unfounded, and extremely erroneous step by the EU" will be determined in the coming days. He also added that various action options have been developed and sent to the relevant authorities. The summoning of diplomats began on Sunday and is ongoing at the moment.
The criminals used a cunning scheme: they accused people of supporting terrorism The special services of Kyrgyzstan have completed an operation to stop the activities of a criminal group that was creating technical infrastructure for international cybercriminals. The detained individuals were involved in mass activation of accounts in messengers such as WhatsApp, Telegram, and Lalafo, using the services of local telecommunications operators, as well as supplying bank cards registered under
Trump noted that during their meeting, issues of trade and the resolution of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine were also discussed. He stated that Modi agreed to stop purchasing oil from Russia and to increase imports from the U.S., as well as possibly from Venezuela, which, according to him, would contribute to ending the war in Ukraine, as he indicated in his post on Truth Social. Additionally, Trump announced a new trade agreement between the two countries that takes effect
In the ACA (Absolute Championship Akhmat) league, the results for 2025 have been summarized, and the best athletes were awarded. On the night of December 6, Kyrgyzstani fighter Jakshylyk Myrzabekov entered the ring in Moscow, where his opponent was Russian Uzair Abdurakhov. At the beginning of the fight, Jakshylyk successfully attacked his opponent and then took him to the ground, where he applied a chokehold.
On February 2, a terrible tragedy occurred in the Chui region, in the Sokuluk district — three four-year-old children drowned in the village of Zhany-Pakhta. This information was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as informed by 24.kg. According to preliminary data, the children fell through the ice near a local water body. Local residents were able to retrieve the bodies of the children and hand them over to the law enforcement authorities.
- The National Bank imposed a fine on two payment companies in Bishkek, the total amount of which is 165,000 soms. The fine was imposed due to violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and relevant regulatory acts.
According to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, the ban on Russian teams participating in international tournaments has not only failed to yield results but has also increased disappointment and hatred. He expressed this position in an interview with Sky.
Starting from January 30, 2026, public discussions will begin in Kyrgyzstan on the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic." This project was initiated by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Marlen Mamataliyev.
At the meeting of the Committee on International Affairs of the Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic, Consul General Rustam Koshonov informed about the fate of compatriots sentenced in Antalya, Turkey. Deputy Ulan Bakasov asked a question about the situation of Kyrgyz citizens in that country. The Consul General replied that at the moment there are five citizens of Kyrgyzstan serving sentences in Antalya, and another four are under investigation.
The Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) has announced the final list of participants for the 2026 Asian Cup. The women's competition will take place from June 6 to June 14 in the Philippines and will feature 12 teams.
Photo from the internet. In recent days, the Russian ruble has shown instability, fluctuating between growth and decline. According to information provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, the official exchange rates for the euro, Russian ruble, Kazakh tenge, and Chinese yuan have decreased, while the dollar has remained at the same level. US Dollar:
The visit of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, to the United Arab Emirates is taking place at the invitation of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who holds the position of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, as well as being the ruler of Dubai. During his visit, Kasymaliev plans to participate in the World Government Summit, as well as hold meetings with high-ranking officials of the UAE and leaders of several ministries and sovereign
In Kyrgyzstan, the activities of a significant channel that facilitated international phone scammers have been terminated. This was reported by the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB). According to available information, the group was engaged in the mass activation of accounts in the messaging apps WhatsApp, Telegram, and on the Lalafo platform, using SIM cards provided by local operators. They also organized the purchase of bank cards from citizens through so-called
In the Issyk-Kul region, a pensioner found himself at the center of a court case regarding fraud related to the illegal acquisition of financial resources. However, due to the expiration of the statute of limitations, he was released from criminal liability. Official information about this decision was published on the "Digital Justice" portal. Names have been changed.
A draft resolution concerning the budget of Bishkek for 2026 and the planned period of 2027-2028 has been put up for public discussion. The full text of the document is available here. According to information from the city hall, the revenue part of the capital's budget for the upcoming year is expected to amount to 32 billion 873 million 616.8 thousand soms, including targeted transfers from the republican budget.
In the Chui region of Chui Oblast, a food fair was held, organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan as part of the fight against high prices. At this event, local residents had the opportunity to purchase products directly from producers, which helps avoid markups associated with intermediaries. Thus, the price of onions was only 16 soms, potatoes were sold for 37 soms, and fresh meat could be bought starting at 680 soms per kilogram.
On the morning of February 3, the exchange rates at the Moskovsky Soviet are presented as follows:
The ak-kalpak will become an important visual symbol of the country The official presentation of the national team’s equipment for the XXV Winter Olympic Games, which will take place in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, was held at the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports. The uniform for the athletes combines modern international technologies with bright national traditions. The ceremonial outfit is made in pure white and includes the ak-kalpak—a traditional headdress that will become
Digital data will become official evidence The Government of Kyrgyzstan has launched a project that entails significant changes to the country's criminal code, aimed at effectively combating cybercrime. As part of the new bill, which is currently undergoing public discussions, mechanisms for the seizure, storage, and confiscation of cryptocurrency are being introduced for the first time. According to the proposed document, digital data, including internet traffic logs and messaging
As of February 3, 2026, the National Bank has established official exchange rates against the Kyrgyz som. Comparing with the rates that were in effect on January 31, 2026, the following changes can be noted:
A deputy called on the EU to stop its pressure policy Thierry Mariani, a Member of the European Parliament from France, addressed the European Union with a call to stop pressuring Kyrgyzstan and to start a productive dialogue. In his speech, he emphasized that Bishkek demonstrates stability in a challenging situation and remains open to international observation. Mariani noted that the level of trust enjoyed by President Sadyr Japarov may provoke envy among European leaders. He also pointed
In the past 24 hours, foreign media have published data on events occurring in Ukraine and around the world against the backdrop of the ongoing conflict. Here are the key points. Druzhkovka in the Kramatorsk district of Donetsk region, 30 km from the front line. Photo by Serhii Korovainyi / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that a new round of trilateral negotiations involving representatives from Ukraine, Russia, and
As of January 31, 73% of the territory of Mongolia is covered with snow, according to field measurements by the Meteorological Organization, which are conducted every ten days. In some aimags, such as Uvs (including Khovd, Malchin, Khargaas, Baruunturuun, Tsagaanhairkhan), Khovd (Uench, Altai), Zavkhan (Tsetsen-Uul, Bayantes, Numrug, Tes, Asgat, Bayankhairkhan), Gobi-Altai (southern Tonkhila), Khövsgöl (Tsetsereg, Ulaan-Uul, Renchinlkhumbe, Alag-Erdene), Bulgan (Gurvanbulag, Dashinchilen), and
