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Prime Minister of Canada: The old world order will not return, "middle powers" need to stick together
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Prime Minister of Canada: The old world order will not return, "middle powers" need to stick together

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Mark Carney, the Prime Minister of Canada, stated that the world will not return to old orders and called on 'middle powers' to unite to protect their interests in the face of more powerful countries. “Middle powers must act together, otherwise we will find ourselves on the sidelines,” Carney added on Tuesday, noting that strong countries resort to economic pressure to achieve their goals.

21.01.2026, 12:07
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources is testing the "Digital Waste Registry," "Subsoil," and "Environmental Monitoring" accounting systems in "Tunduk."

On January 20, an extended meeting was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources, where the process of digitizing the agency was discussed. Under the leadership of Minister Meder Mashiev, representatives from structural and subordinate departments, as well as regional authorities, JSC "Tündük," and CJSC "Alpha Telecom" participated in the event. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Minister Mashiev and the chairwoman of JSC "Tündük,"

21.01.2026, 12:06
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Real estate market prices have stabilized at $1,400 per sq. m, - expert

- The leading specialist of the State Agency for Land Resources, Aidar Sukenbaev, stated in an interview with state media that since September 2025, there has been a slowdown in the real estate market, and the average price per square meter has reached $1,400. Sukenbaev noted that the real estate market is cyclical, with phases of growth and decline repeating approximately every six years. He cited 2001, 2007, and 2013–2019 as examples.

21.01.2026, 12:05
Local news

How many flights were delayed due to morning fog at "Manas" airport

Today, January 21, several flight delays occurred at Manas International Airport due to fog. This was reported by the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". According to the company, a flight from Kazan was delayed due to the actions of the airline itself, as well as delays for flights from Sharm El Sheikh and Chengdu.

21.01.2026, 12:03
The deputy asks the government to help farmers affected by the natural disaster in the Talas region.
Economy

The deputy asks the government to help farmers affected by the natural disaster in the Talas region.

The damage from the mudflows exceeded 55 million soms, yet assistance has not been provided. At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov urged the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, to take personal control of the situation regarding assistance to farmers from the Aitmatov district of the Talas region who were affected by the natural disaster. As Jumabekov noted, on July 28, 2025, mudflows struck the Shekersky ayil okmotu, destroying crops in the

21.01.2026, 12:02
Health

The deputy proposed to open a prosthetic and orthopedic facility in Manas.

Deputy Venera Salyamova, representing district No. 11, initiated the establishment of a Republican institution for prosthetic and orthopedic products in the city of Manas. This proposal was presented on January 21 during a parliamentary meeting. She noted that similar institutions are already operating in Bishkek and Osh.

21.01.2026, 11:58
Local news

The deputy proposes to build a new philharmonic building

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 21, deputy Baktyyar Kalpaev expressed his opinion on the necessity of constructing a new philharmonic building. He emphasized that in recent years, many facilities have been built, including a stadium and the presidential administration building. However, in his opinion, the importance of cultural institutions should not be overlooked.

21.01.2026, 11:57
The deputy proposed to implement smokeless stoves to reduce smog in Kyrgyzstan
Local news / Exclusive

The deputy proposed to implement smokeless stoves to reduce smog in Kyrgyzstan

At a recent parliamentary meeting, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Mahabat Mavlyanova proposed the implementation of smokeless stoves in Kyrgyzstan. She emphasized that about 70% of households in the country use coal for heating, which leads to the emission of harmful substances into the atmosphere. The deputy noted: “According to the National Sustainable Development Strategy, by 2040 Kyrgyzstan should become one of the most environmentally friendly countries. To achieve this goal, it is

21.01.2026, 11:56
Aibek Junushaliev: The cost of parking in the center of Bishkek needs to be increased
Local news

Aibek Junushaliev: The cost of parking in the center of Bishkek needs to be increased

“The choice in favor of public transport should be automatic” In an interview, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, noted that after the completion of road repairs and the construction of interchanges in the city center, an increase in parking fees is planned. According to him, “we are expanding the roads in accordance with the master plan, not to increase the number of cars. Many roads are already built up with houses that are beyond the red lines. In the future, it will be necessary to

21.01.2026, 11:55
Deputy: Residents of Leilek complain about weak mobile signal
Local news / Exclusive

Deputy: Residents of Leilek complain about weak mobile signal

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Chyngyz Ajibaev raised several issues concerning the residents of the Leilek district in the Batken region. In particular, he highlighted the problem of mobile communication in the village of Zhany-Zher, where local residents expressed dissatisfaction with the performance of the operator "Megacom," noting that the signal is often replaced by communication from neighboring countries. Furthermore, in the village of Alga in the Ak-Suu

21.01.2026, 11:51
Grandchildren Bring Completely Different Feelings: Aibek Junushaliev Talks About Family and Rare Leisure Time
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Grandchildren Bring Completely Different Feelings: Aibek Junushaliev Talks About Family and Rare Leisure Time

In a recent podcast organized by the "Kabar" agency, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, opened up to listeners, sharing his family moments and how he uses rare free hours to connect with his loved ones. He has four children — two daughters and two sons. Aibek's daughters are in the 7th and 9th grades. The mayor noted that his busy work schedule does not always allow him to give them enough attention, and he tries to seize every opportunity to spend time with them.

21.01.2026, 11:50
Modern Content for Kindergartens. The Ministry of Education and D Billions Have Outlined Cooperation
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Modern Content for Kindergartens. The Ministry of Education and D Billions Have Outlined Cooperation

Last Friday, January 20, the Deputy Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nadira Jusupbekova, met with a representative of D Billions, a company known for its educational content for children under six years old. This was reported by the Ministry of Education. During this meeting, various opportunities for collaboration in the field of preschool education in the country were discussed. The participants emphasized the importance of implementing modern educational materials and media

21.01.2026, 11:50
Talassians Want to Export Beans to India
Economy

Talassians Want to Export Beans to India

The deputy is seeking support from government agencies to resolve supply issues At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov raised the pressing issue of the possibility of exporting beans grown in the Talas region to India. He appealed to the representative of the president and the cabinet of ministers in parliament, Almasbek Abytov, for assistance. According to Jumabekov, local farmers are facing financial losses due to stable prices for beans within the country. At the same

21.01.2026, 11:48
The Ombudsman secured the payment of benefits for a girl from an orphanage — she will receive 518,000 soms.
Local news

The Ombudsman secured the payment of benefits for a girl from an orphanage — she will receive 518,000 soms.

Due to a bureaucratic error, a child with a disability was unable to receive the necessary support for eight years The Ombudsman's Institute restored the rights of a girl living in an orphanage in the Chui region, who had not had access to state disability benefits for eight years. According to the press service of the ombudsman, this violation was identified in 2025 during monitoring of children's institutions in the Chui region. Institute staff checked the living conditions and

21.01.2026, 11:46
Exclusive

The deputy proposes to consider India as a new market for bean sales.

- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, 2026, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov voiced the problems faced by farmers from the Talas region who were affected by natural disasters. According to him, the consequences of the disasters impacted about 800 hectares of fields where beans and wheat are grown, with total damages amounting to 55 million soms.

21.01.2026, 11:43
In Bishkek, a police officer and an accomplice were detained for extortion.
Incidents

In Bishkek, a police officer and an accomplice were detained for extortion.

In Bishkek, citizen T.A. and police officer A.E.B. from the Department of Internal Affairs of the October District were arrested. They were caught red-handed while receiving 350,000 soms from citizen Ch.M., according to a statement from the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). According to the information, the extortion was carried out under the pretext of accusing Ch.M. of a crime allegedly related to the rape of T.A. As a result, T.A. and police officer A.E.B.

21.01.2026, 11:41
Exclusive

Academician of the National Academy of Sciences: Kyrgyzstan loses up to 30% of its harvest due to insufficient processing

Every year, up to 30% of agricultural products are lost in Kyrgyzstan due to insufficient processing, as reported on the radio by Doctor of Agricultural Sciences and Academician of the National Academy of Sciences Jamins Akimaliev. According to the expert, the main goal of processing is not only to preserve the harvest but also to increase its profitability and create opportunities for export. “On a global level, losses amount to about 50%. If we manage to preserve 95% of the products through

21.01.2026, 11:40
Exclusive

Appointed Director of the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Resortology

Daniyar Mambetalievich Kaskeev has been appointed as the new director of the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Resortology and Rehabilitation, which operates under the auspices of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. This appointment has been confirmed by an order signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev.

21.01.2026, 11:40
Sports

KFS will submit an application to host three tournaments in Kyrgyzstan

The Kyrgyz Football Union intends to apply to host three significant tournaments in Kyrgyzstan. According to information received from the KFU press service, the republic plans to hold qualifying tournaments for three Asian Cups — for boys and girls U-17, as well as the men's category U-20.

21.01.2026, 11:39
Local news / Exclusive

Preferential loan helped a farmer from At-Bashi develop livestock farming in the region

A farmer from the village of Kyzyl-Tuu in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region is actively engaged in breeding Aberdeen-Angus cattle, having taken advantage of a preferential loan. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. The farmer received a loan at an annual interest rate of 3%, which was arranged through OJSC "Ayil Bank." With this funding, he was able to import breeding cows of this breed from Russia. To date, the number of

21.01.2026, 11:39
The exchange price of gold has reached a new record.
Economy / Exclusive

The exchange price of gold has reached a new record.

The gold trading has set a new record, rising above 4,800 dollars per troy ounce, according to trading platform data. As of 7:14 AM Moscow time, the price of the February gold futures on the New York Comex exchange increased by 80.86 dollars compared to the previous close, marking a 1.7% rise, reaching 4,847.8 dollars per troy ounce. During trading, the price peaked at a record 4,852.06 dollars.

21.01.2026, 11:37
The deputy raised issues regarding school construction and the status of the village in the Osh region.
Local news / Exclusive

The deputy raised issues regarding school construction and the status of the village in the Osh region.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Nurjamal Torobekova raised important issues regarding the status of the village of Ojor, located in the Mady Kara-Suu district of the Osh region. She emphasized that approximately 500 families live in this settlement, primarily ethnic Kyrgyz and young families. The deputy reported that in 2003, a plot was allocated for the construction of a medical and obstetric point, a kindergarten, and a school; however, work on the construction of these facilities

21.01.2026, 11:37
At the GNS, issues and prospects for the development of cashless payments were discussed
Economy / Exclusive

At the GNS, issues and prospects for the development of cashless payments were discussed

The State Tax Service held a working meeting dedicated to current issues of cashless payments for businesses. Among the participants were the Deputy Chairmen of the STS — Azat Almanbetov and Kubanychbek Isabekov, as well as representatives from the National Bank, the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, the Interbank Processing Center, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, and the Union of Banks of Kyrgyzstan.

21.01.2026, 11:36
News / Education news

On the basis of which regulatory acts do universities devise earnings for themselves? - Deputy

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed concern about the financial initiatives of universities, which he believes may negatively impact the higher education system. He noted that a business related to class attendance was recently shut down, but there is now a sharp increase in prices for contract-based education. Additionally, educational institutions have started charging fees for each credit. “What are the regulatory acts under which universities

21.01.2026, 11:35
"Setup" with Rape: Suspects Detained in Bishkek
Incidents

"Setup" with Rape: Suspects Detained in Bishkek

The amount of extortion was 350,000 soms In Bishkek, GKNB employees detained suspects in extortion. This information was received from the committee's press service. According to information obtained on January 17, 2026, during operational-search activities conducted jointly with the SVR of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, citizen T.A. and police lieutenant A.E.B., who works in the Oktyabrsky district, were detained. These individuals are suspected of receiving 350,000 soms from Ch.M.,

21.01.2026, 11:35
"AgroZooVet-2026" trained farmers in the Chon-Alai district in new technologies
Economy

"AgroZooVet-2026" trained farmers in the Chon-Alai district in new technologies

In the Chon-Alai district, in the village of Daroot-Korgon, a large training seminar was held as part of the "AgroZooVet–2026" project, organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main objective of this event was to enhance the qualifications of agrarians and introduce modern technologies in agriculture in remote areas of the country.

21.01.2026, 11:33
Local news

The salary of Ministry of Construction specialists can reach 500,000 soms. Oruntaev explained why.

Nurdin Oruntaev, head of the Ministry of Construction, explained the reasons why the average salary of his employees is 150,000 soms. In a recent interview with NTRK, the minister stated that employees of the department earn on average from 150,000 to 160,000 soms, and taking into account bonuses and quarterly payments, in some cases their incomes can reach 200,000 soms. In certain departments, salaries can rise to 500,000 soms. This information sparked active discussions on social media, and

21.01.2026, 11:32
The Association of Agricultural Producers of Kyrgyzstan clarified the situation regarding LLC "Rikha"
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The Association of Agricultural Producers of Kyrgyzstan clarified the situation regarding LLC "Rikha"

The Association for the Development of the Agricultural Sector of Kyrgyzstan has issued a statement to citizens, representatives of government structures, and the media in light of recent rumors about the company LLC 'Rikha'. At the meeting of the Budget, Economy, and Entrepreneurship Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic on January 19, 2026, claims were made that LLC 'Rikha' allegedly had its "license revoked," "accreditation improperly

21.01.2026, 11:31
The "Uzbekistan – 2030" Strategy Adapts to New Global Challenges and
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The "Uzbekistan – 2030" Strategy Adapts to New Global Challenges and

Eldor Tulyakov, head of the "Development Strategy" Center, explained why it is necessary to update the "Uzbekistan – 2030" strategy. He noted that rapid changes on the global stage and technological innovations require a revision of the country's main program document. The new version of the strategy is based on the principle that "government bodies must serve the people." This implies the implementation of specific mechanisms that will make reforms more

21.01.2026, 11:29
Health

The Osh Oncology Center Needs a New Building, Says Deputy

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bekmurza Ergeshov, representing district No. 6, raised the issue of the necessity of constructing a new building for the Osh Interregional Oncology Center. Currently, the institution is located in a kindergarten and lacks modern medical equipment. He noted that approximately 6,400 new cases of cancer are recorded in the country each year, of which about 2,000 cases are registered in the south. The building where the oncology service is currently

21.01.2026, 11:28
Appointed Head of the Department of Urban Development and Architecture at the Ministry of Construction
Economy

Appointed Head of the Department of Urban Development and Architecture at the Ministry of Construction

Daniyar Bapyshov has been appointed as the director of the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. This information was disseminated by the information support department of the Cabinet of Ministers. Daniyar Bapyshov. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Construction. The appointment order was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev.

21.01.2026, 11:25
Local news

The deputy asks to increase the payment for personal assistants: How to survive on 7,000 soms?

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 21, Marlen Mamataliyev addressed the members of the cabinet of ministers with a request to increase the salaries of assistants caring for people with disabilities. He emphasized that although benefits for citizens with disabilities are reviewed annually, the salaries of assistants remain unchanged. Mamataliyev noted: "If there is someone nearby who can help, that’s one thing. But how can they survive if they live together and only on this

21.01.2026, 11:25
News / Education news

In the Suzak District, the building of Lyceum No. 36 is in terrible condition, - deputy

Deputy Altynbek Kilychbaev (district No. 11) raised the issue of the poor condition of Lyceum No. 36 in the Suzak district at a recent parliamentary meeting. According to him, this educational institution, built in 1976, is in need of major repairs. In addition, Kilychbaev mentioned other educational institutions in the region. In particular, he noted the Bokonbaev school, which was built in 1974 as an orphanage but is now in an emergency state and requires repairs.

21.01.2026, 11:24
In case of necessity, during harsh winter conditions, humanitarian aid will be strengthened.
In the world

In case of necessity, during harsh winter conditions, humanitarian aid will be strengthened.

Participants of the meeting of the "Humanitarian Group," held under the leadership of the Secretary of the State Emergency Commission and the UN Resident Coordinator, discussed the current winter conditions, weather forecasts, and potential risks of dzud due to difficulties in winter and spring. The UN Resident Coordinator emphasized the importance of accurate and timely data for effective humanitarian assistance. He also noted that since last autumn, the government and the

21.01.2026, 11:21