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Economy

The population holds a money supply of 200-300 billion soms.

Today, at a press conference held at the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange, the Chairman of the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service, Marat Pirnazarov, announced that the population holds a money supply estimated at 200-300 billion soms. In his opinion, this amount is significant and raises concerns in the context of inflationary processes.

23.01.2026, 16:10
Trump withdrew the invitation for Canada to join the "Council of Peace"
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Trump withdrew the invitation for Canada to join the "Council of Peace"

Illustrative photo In his message on the Truth Social platform, Trump noted that Canada would not be able to become part of "the most prestigious Council of Leaders ever created." A week earlier, representatives from Carney's office confirmed receipt of the invitation and expressed their intention to accept it. Established to ensure peace in the Gaza sector, the "Council of Peace" received approval from the UN Security Council. Later, Trump announced an expansion of

23.01.2026, 16:08
Fourth train accident in a week in Spain: train collided with a crane
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Fourth train accident in a week in Spain: train collided with a crane

As a result of the collision that occurred near the port city of Cartagena in Murcia, four people sustained minor injuries, according to local emergency services. A representative of the regional emergency services stated, “the train did not derail and remained on the tracks.” Following the incident, train services between Cartagena and Los Nietos were temporarily halted.

23.01.2026, 16:08
Economy

The specialist answered how the construction of GIK houses affected the real estate market.

According to Aman Kebekov, the chief specialist of the cadastral valuation sector of the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography, the construction of multi-story buildings by the State Mortgage Company has contributed to slowing down the growth of apartment prices in the country. He shared this information in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." Kebekov also noted that although apartment prices continue to rise, the pace of this growth is no longer as

23.01.2026, 16:07
Doctors in Bishkek Remind About the Importance of Influenza Vaccination
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Doctors in Bishkek Remind About the Importance of Influenza Vaccination

Vaccination is still considered one of the most effective methods of combating influenza. According to specialists from the Bishkek Health Strengthening Center, safe and tested vaccinations have been successfully used in the healthcare system for over six decades. According to their data, injectable inactivated influenza vaccines are the most common worldwide. In healthy adults, such vaccination provides reliable protection even when circulating viruses do not match the strains used in the

23.01.2026, 16:06
Local news

Kamchybek Tashiev personally handed the keys to a two-room apartment to the parents of the triplets.

Today, January 23, Kamchybek Tashiev visited the Syrgabaev family and handed them the keys to a new two-room apartment. This event was made possible thanks to the attention to their situation from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). The parents of the triplets reached out to the public for help through the media on January 21. They live in the Talas region and faced difficulties in obtaining housing. Previously, in July 2025, they had attempted to contact

23.01.2026, 16:02
Local news

The BGC inquired why the new fire station in the Ak-Orgo new development has not been put into operation.

At the meeting of the permanent commission on social issues on January 23, deputy of the Bishkek city council Erjan Nasiraliyev ("Adilet") raised the issue of the fire station located on Ashar Street in the new Ak-Orgo development. Despite the opening having taken place, the facility has not yet been put into operation. What is the matter? Colonel Cholponbaev from the Ministry of Emergency Situations explained that although the fire station was officially put into operation, the

23.01.2026, 16:02
Adylbek Kasymaliev transferred about 40 units of special vehicles to the Ministry of Energy
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Adylbek Kasymaliev transferred about 40 units of special vehicles to the Ministry of Energy

Adylbek Kasymaliev, who holds the position of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, handed over the keys to new specialized vehicles to the Ministry of Energy of the country. According to the Ministry of Energy, as part of the capital construction and modernization plan for the facilities of OJSC "Kyrgyzstan National Electric Network," 17 JAC-T8 crew vehicles and 8 SHANMON-388H backhoe loaders were purchased. Additionally, within the framework of the project

23.01.2026, 15:57
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The company "Engineering Protection" won a tender for 266 million soms and was supposed to lay 5.6 km of pipes to the irrigated lands — farmers raised questions.

In the Aksy district of the Jalal-Abad region, there is a threat that about 3,000 hectares of arable land may remain uncultivated if iron pipes do not arrive from Russia. The situation was reported by farmers from the rural district of Uch-Korgon. It became known that in August 2025, work began on the replacement of old pipes at the Zhel-Tiybes site; however, new pipes have not yet been delivered in the required quantity, which has slowed down the replacement process. Farmers are concerned, as

23.01.2026, 15:47
Incidents / Exclusive

The Ministry of Emergency Situations named a possible cause of the fire in the SEZ "Bishkek"

At the meeting of the commission on social issues of the Bishkek City Council, which took place on January 23, an official representative of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reported that the cause of the fire could have been the use of a heater. According to him, "the room where the victim was located had no heating. Most likely, he turned on the heater to avoid freezing in the severe cold. Everything points to this version. Currently, the Ministry of Internal Affairs is continuing

23.01.2026, 15:46
Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to a two-room apartment to the family that welcomed triplets.
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Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to a two-room apartment to the family that welcomed triplets.

In Bishkek, the chairman of the State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan, Kamchybek Tashiev, handed over the keys to a new two-room apartment to a young family, R. Syrgabaev and M. Kalieva, who recently became parents of triplets. On January 21, 2026, the media published an appeal from a family in the Talas region, which reported the birth of triplets and requested assistance with housing due to their difficult financial situation. Earlier, on July 5, 2025, the Syrgabaevs had

23.01.2026, 15:45
The USA withdrew from WHO without paying the debt
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The USA withdrew from WHO without paying the debt

Explaining its withdrawal from the WHO, the American administration pointed to the "insufficient response of the organization to the COVID-19 pandemic that began in Wuhan, as well as its inability to implement necessary reforms and maintain independence from political pressure from member states." According to Reuters, the US was the largest donor to the WHO, contributing about 18% of the organization's total budget. Due to the plans to withdraw from the WHO, the organization

23.01.2026, 15:44
The leaders of the two National Cardiology Centers were introduced to the team.
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The leaders of the two National Cardiology Centers were introduced to the team.

The staff of the two National Cardiology Centers met the new leaders, introduced by the First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov and Deputy Minister Bakytbek Kadyraliev. According to the decree of the Cabinet of Ministers, Talant Eraliyev became the new head of the National Center for Cardiology and Therapy named after M. Mirrakhimov, while Jalil Sheishenov was appointed as the head of the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation.

23.01.2026, 15:41
The State Agency for Personal Data Protection reported on fake mailings
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The State Agency for Personal Data Protection reported on fake mailings

The State Agency for Personal Data Protection, operating under the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, has issued a statement regarding the emergence of fake messages being sent via WhatsApp in the name of its employees. The agency emphasizes that these mailings have no relation to their official activities and are likely attempts at fraud by third parties. Furthermore, the Agency stresses that it does not conduct official correspondence and does not send official notifications via WhatsApp or

23.01.2026, 15:36
In Kyrgyzstan, the tax rate on transactions through foreign banks has been reduced
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In Kyrgyzstan, the tax rate on transactions through foreign banks has been reduced

The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan reports a reduction in the tax rate on transactions through foreign banks from 0.2% to 0.1%. These changes have been incorporated into the Tax Code of the Kyrgyz Republic according to the Law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Field of Taxation, Social Insurance, and Non-Tax Revenues" dated December 31, 2025.

23.01.2026, 15:34
Economy

The specialist urged not to expect a "drop in housing prices" in 2026.

In an interview on "Birinchi Radio," Aman Kebekov, a specialist in cadastral valuation from the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography, noted that "it is still early to talk about specific changes in prices in 2026." He also added that the rise in real estate prices will largely depend on the increase in the prices of construction materials.

23.01.2026, 15:34
The Prime Minister of Japan Dissolved the Lower House of Parliament
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The Prime Minister of Japan Dissolved the Lower House of Parliament

The decision to dissolve was announced on January 19. The Prime Minister hopes to regain the lost positions of her Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), which were lost in the elections on October 27, 2024. The next elections were not scheduled to take place until 2028. Since October 2025, the LDP, which holds a minority in the upper house of parliament, has maintained control over the government thanks to a coalition with the right-wing Japan Innovation Party.

23.01.2026, 15:32
Kamchybek Tashiev gifted a 2-room apartment to the family where triplets were born
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Kamchybek Tashiev gifted a 2-room apartment to the family where triplets were born

The family reached out for help through social media Kamchybek Tashiev, the chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), initiated a gift for the family that welcomed triplets by presenting them with a two-room apartment. This was reported by representatives of the SCNS. The couple had previously reached out to the government via social media, requesting assistance in improving their living conditions, as they were living in a rented apartment. They noted that the expenses of

23.01.2026, 15:32
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The Prosecutor's Office of the Sokuluk District Discovered Violations in the Declarations of Officials

The Prosecutor's Office of the Sokuluk District conducted an inspection to ensure compliance with the rules for submitting declarations of income, property, and obligations by state and municipal officials. During the inspections, cases were found where declarations were not submitted within the established deadlines, as well as instances of submitting documents with incomplete or distorted information.

23.01.2026, 15:31
Illegal tobacco products worth over 700,000 soms discovered at the market in Manas
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Illegal tobacco products worth over 700,000 soms discovered at the market in Manas

During a raid conducted by the employees of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, illegal tobacco products were discovered in Manas. This information was received from the press service of the agency. At the central market of Manas, in one of the hidden premises, 6,012 packs of cigarettes were found. The preliminary assessment of the seized goods amounted to 721,440 soms.

23.01.2026, 15:28
Incidents

The State Agency for Data Protection announced the distribution of false messages in its name

The state agency responsible for personal data protection has reported instances of false messages being sent in their name. Malefactors are using messengers such as WhatsApp to impersonate the agency's leaders and employees. In an official statement, the agency emphasized that these messages have no relation to its activities. Their distribution is carried out by third parties with the aim of committing fraud.

23.01.2026, 15:28
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A family from Talas, who welcomed triplets, was gifted a 2-room apartment in the center of Bishkek.

A family from Talas, who welcomed triplets, was handed the keys to a two-room apartment in the center of Bishkek, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported on January 23. Previously, the publication "Turmush" released an appeal from Ryskul Syrgabaev and Medina Kalieva. They requested assistance in resolving their housing and documentation issues. Since November 2024, the young family had been living in a rented apartment in the capital, with Syrgabaev working as a

23.01.2026, 15:26
By Sunday, it will warm up in Uzbekistan
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By Sunday, it will warm up in Uzbekistan

On Saturday, a cold anticyclone will begin to leave the territory of Uzbekistan, which will lead to a weakening of the influence of the cold mass. During the day, the temperature will rise to 0…+3 degrees. With the arrival of Sunday, a noticeable increase in temperature is expected. Night frosts will decrease to the range of −3…+2, while during the day the air will warm up to +5…+8 degrees.

23.01.2026, 15:24
News / Education news

As a result of the snowfall, part of the roof of the new school in Tyup collapsed: The contractor was fined 200,000 soms

The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services commented on the incident involving the roof collapse of a new school built by the "As-Salam" foundation in the village of Min-Bulak in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region. On the night of January 18, due to heavy snowfall, a partial collapse of the roof of the educational institution occurred.

23.01.2026, 15:24
Local news / Exclusive

Gulzat Abylova Appointed Head of the Labor, Social Security, and Migration Department of the At-Bashinsky District

Gulzat Sardarbekovna Abylova has been appointed as the head of the Department of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of the At-Bashinsky District. The corresponding order from the At-Bashinsky District State Administration was signed on January 19, 2026. Previously, this position was held by Sultangazy uulu Tilek, who has been transferred to another job.

23.01.2026, 15:20
The Ministry of Energy received about 40 units of special equipment worth 145.8 million soms
Economy

The Ministry of Energy received about 40 units of special equipment worth 145.8 million soms

The new equipment will be used for the maintenance and modernization of energy networks in the country. Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, handed over the keys to 37 units of special vehicles to the Ministry of Energy, which will serve the energy sector. As part of the technical base upgrade of the OJSC "Kyrgyzstan National Electric Network," the following were purchased: 17 JAC-T8 vehicles, 10 JAC-N56 vehicles, 8 SHANMON-388H backhoe loaders, and 2 aerial

23.01.2026, 15:16
Kyrgyz Producers Invited to Presentation of Program for Entering the Chinese Market
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Kyrgyz Producers Invited to Presentation of Program for Entering the Chinese Market

The Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan has announced a presentation of the international export program NACOFEC, which is designed to assist local producers in entering the Chinese market. According to information from the Chamber of Commerce, within the framework of the NACOFEC agreements with the All-China Federation of Supply and Marketing Cooperatives (ACFSMC) and the China Co-op network, which has over 341,000 stores across the country, a special "Shelf of Organic

23.01.2026, 15:15
Marlen Mamataliyev: There are people who want to work at night
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Marlen Mamataliyev: There are people who want to work at night

The deputy explained his initiative to cancel the night shift bonus In an interview with the publication "24.kg," Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev clarified his position regarding the cancellation of bonuses for night work. According to him, this proposal concerns city services, as their activities during the day create inconveniences for residents. "I am not against increasing the rates for night shifts. My proposal is to create separate night shifts, allowing these workers to perform

23.01.2026, 15:10
Unrequited Love: The Ballet "The Fountain of Bakhchisarai" to be Shown in Bishkek
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Unrequited Love: The Ballet "The Fountain of Bakhchisarai" to be Shown in Bishkek

On February 7 at 17:00, audiences in Bishkek will be able to enjoy the ballet "The Fountain of Bakhchisarai," which will be presented on the stage of the A. Maldybaev Kyrgyz National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet. The plot of this ballet is based on the poem of the same name by Alexander Pushkin, inspired by the legend of the unrequited love of Khan Girey for the Polish girl Maria, which took place during the time of the Crimean Khanate. The water flowing from the fountain of

23.01.2026, 15:08
The Ministry of Energy transferred 37 units of special equipment worth 145.8 million soms.
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The Ministry of Energy transferred 37 units of special equipment worth 145.8 million soms.

During the ceremonial event, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, handed over the keys to 37 units of specialized vehicles to the Ministry of Energy. This information was announced by the press service of the government of the country. In accordance with the capital construction and modernization program of the OJSC "Kyrgyzstan National Electric Network," 17 JAC-T8 crew vehicles, 8 SHANMON-388H backhoe loaders, as well as 2 45-meter high-lift

23.01.2026, 15:08
A New Prosecutor's Office Building Opened in the Alai District
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A New Prosecutor's Office Building Opened in the Alai District

In the Alai district of the Osh region, a new administrative building of the prosecutor's office has been opened, with the participation of the Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Asanaliev, in the solemn ceremony. Maksat Asanaliev noted that the creation of the new office will significantly improve the working conditions for the employees of the prosecutor's office, which, in turn, will enhance the effectiveness of their work in the field of protecting citizens'

23.01.2026, 15:06
In the center of Bishkek, an electric bus collided with a car
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In the center of Bishkek, an electric bus collided with a car

At the intersection of Tynystanova and Moskovskaya streets in Bishkek, a collision occurred between an electric bus and a passenger car. According to preliminary data, no one was injured as a result of the incident. Currently, law enforcement officers and city services are working at the scene of the incident. The circumstances of the incident and the causes of the collision are being established.

23.01.2026, 15:06
Economy

Kyrgyz Stock Exchange Demonstrated Historic Record in 2025

The Kyrgyz Stock Exchange (KSE) held a final press conference where it announced the results of its activities for the year 2025. This year was significant for the exchange as a number of historical records were set: the total trading volume amounted to 219.7 billion soms, which is double the level of 2024 when it was 109.7 billion soms. Positive dynamics were observed in all major segments in 2025:

23.01.2026, 15:02
Economy

The purchase of real estate by foreigners does not affect prices in Kyrgyzstan

According to Aman Kebekov, the chief specialist of the State Agency for Land Resources, the purchase of housing by foreigners does not affect real estate prices in Kyrgyzstan. This statement was made on the air of "Birinchi Radio". Kebekov noted that there are concerns in society about a possible rise in housing prices due to transactions with foreign buyers. However, the analysis conducted showed that the share of such transactions accounts for less than 1% of the total volume of

23.01.2026, 15:01
The Ministry of Energy transferred a batch of special equipment worth nearly 146 million soms.
Economy

The Ministry of Energy transferred a batch of special equipment worth nearly 146 million soms.

On January 23, as part of the transfer of special equipment, Adylbek Kasymaliev handed over the keys to representatives of the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic, according to information from the government press service. The new vehicle fleet includes: 17 JAC–T8 crew vehicles; eight SHANMON–388H backhoe loaders; two 45-meter aerial lifts based on KamAZ-43118; ten JAC–N56 crew vehicles. Photo from the website of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo from the website of

23.01.2026, 15:01
Local news / Exclusive

In the Talas Region, activities continue to reduce the population of jackals

With the arrival of winter, predatory animals such as jackals become more active and start approaching populated areas, which poses a threat to local residents. Furthermore, their reproduction negatively impacts the population of rare birds and wild animals in mountainous forest areas. To address this issue, hunting activities aimed at reducing the number of jackals are ongoing. During these operations, 4 jackals were eliminated in the Aitmatov district, 4 in the Manas district, and 7 in the

23.01.2026, 15:00