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The power structures have been reformed, military salaries have increased by 3–4.5 times – head of the state.
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The power structures have been reformed, military salaries have increased by 3–4.5 times – head of the state.

At the republican meeting held at "Yntymak Ordo," President Sadyr Japarov emphasized the importance of providing adequate support to the defenders of the country. He noted that in recent years, a deep reform had been carried out in the law enforcement agencies. The President explained that the economic success of the state is impossible without internal stability. Over the past five years, unprecedented steps have been taken to reform the law enforcement agencies, improve national

27.02.2026, 13:20
The President urged law enforcement to stop pressuring businesses.
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The President urged law enforcement to stop pressuring businesses.

At a republican meeting, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, noted that the country is open to investments both domestically and internationally. Currently, a moratorium on unjustified inspections of businesses has been established in the republic, administrative procedures have been simplified, and work is underway to improve legislation.

27.02.2026, 13:19
Incidents

In Bishkek, police discovered teenagers having a drunken feast at "Antikino"

On February 26, the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Internal Affairs Department reported on the preventive event "Teenager-Night," organized by the juvenile affairs inspectors of the Sverdlovsk District Police. During the raid at the entertainment establishment "Antikino," teenagers were found engaging in a drunken feast, as well as using hookahs and vapes.

27.02.2026, 13:16
Incidents

In Bishkek, a suspect in a 5.1 million som fraud case has been detained

According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District, a woman was detained on February 27 on suspicion of fraudulent activities. A resident of Bishkek reported to the police on February 22, stating that she had handed over gold jewelry worth a total of 5 million 154 thousand 600 soms for sale, but subsequently became a victim of deception.

27.02.2026, 13:16
Incidents

To make it to the opening ceremony, the guys called the police

A video has appeared on social networks in Kyrgyzstan, showing a group of young people calling the number 102, asking the police to help with traffic jams in the area of the shopping centers "TSUM" and "GUM". The guys expressed concerns that they might be late for the ooz achuu, so they decided to seek help from law enforcement.

27.02.2026, 13:16
Warm weather is expected in Uzbekistan over the weekend, with no precipitation in most regions.
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Warm weather is expected in Uzbekistan over the weekend, with no precipitation in most regions.

Over the weekend, no precipitation is expected in most regions of Uzbekistan. The exception will be certain areas of the Fergana Valley, where rain is possible during the night and morning of February 28, according to Uzhydromet. On Monday, March 1, rain is expected in Karakalpakstan and the Khorezm region, with some areas possibly seeing a transition to snow. In some districts of Bukhara and Navoi regions, light precipitation may also occur in the afternoon. In the remaining areas, the

27.02.2026, 13:15
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for the rape of a 14-year-old schoolgirl.

On November 27, 2025, the Oktyabrsky District Court of Bishkek sentenced a man found guilty under Article 154, Part 3, Clause 2 ("Rape committed against a child aged fourteen to eighteen") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported to the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary" by Kunduz Akunova, the senior assistant prosecutor of the Oktyabrsky District Prosecutor's Office in Bishkek. The incident that led to the criminal case occurred in late June

27.02.2026, 13:15
Incidents

Border guards of Batken detained a resident of the republic while attempting to smuggle 10 calves to a neighboring country.

On February 26, employees of the Batken Border Detachment stopped an attempt to illegally transport livestock across the border. According to the Border Service of Kyrgyzstan, a man born in 1988 was detained in the village of Ak-Tatyr while driving a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. His vehicle contained 10 calves intended for export to the territory of a neighboring state, which was occurring without regard to official border checkpoints.

27.02.2026, 13:13
Incidents

Former GKNB employee nicknamed "Vaseline" suspected of corruption

On February 21, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek decided to place U.U.K., a former employee of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), known by the nickname "Vaseline," in custody. This information was confirmed by the court's press service on February 27 for the editorial office of "AKIpress Summary." U.U.K. is charged under Article 336, Part 1 ("Corruption") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. He is currently being held in the

27.02.2026, 13:10
Digitalization. After the installation of video surveillance, the number of crimes decreased by 73%
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Digitalization. After the installation of video surveillance, the number of crimes decreased by 73%

According to President Sadyr Japarov, the implementation of video surveillance systems has led to a significant reduction in crime by 73%. This became known during a republican meeting held at "Yntymak Ordo". The President emphasized that the Ministry of Internal Affairs has carried out a large-scale digital transformation that has already covered all regions of the country. The installation of modern video surveillance systems with round-the-clock monitoring is ongoing, which,

27.02.2026, 13:08
Incidents

"In detention centers, food is not provided to those held, - deputy"

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 25, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised an important issue regarding the provision of food for individuals held in pre-trial detention centers. She is concerned that detainees are not receiving adequate nutrition. Mavlyanova addressed the First Deputy Chairman of the State Penitentiary Service, Nurlan Sarchayev, with a question about the funding for food for detainees.

27.02.2026, 13:08
Tourism

The first phase of the "Ala-Too Resort" project will be launched in December 2026 in Jyrgalan, - Sadyr Japarov

On February 27, 2026, the large-scale construction of the all-season ski cluster "Ala-Too Resort" in the Issyk-Kul region is scheduled to begin. This was announced by President Sadyr Japarov at a republican meeting. The head of state noted that this project will operate year-round, creating thousands of new jobs and opening new horizons for Kyrgyzstan's tourism industry. This, in turn, should strengthen the country's position on the international stage.

27.02.2026, 13:07
The budget of Kyrgyzstan for 2025 amounted to 1 trillion 101 billion soms
Economy

The budget of Kyrgyzstan for 2025 amounted to 1 trillion 101 billion soms

This budget exceeds last year's figures by 392 billion soms. At a recent meeting attended by the president, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev presented a report on financial and economic indicators. Kasymaliev reported that the budget for 2025 will amount to 1 trillion 101.4 billion soms, which is 392.5 billion soms more than in 2023. The increase in the budget was made possible by the growth of the gross domestic product and improvements in tax administration mechanisms.

27.02.2026, 13:07
Incidents

Drug fighters and the GKNB detained members of an international organized crime group. 8 kg of "meth" seized.

Employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, engaged in the fight against illegal drug trafficking, together with the State National Security Committee and law enforcement agencies of neighboring countries, successfully halted drug trafficking and detained members of a transnational organized crime group. On February 26, the press service of the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that during a special operation conducted in January 2026, 8 kilograms of

27.02.2026, 13:05
A largest medical center in the country will be built in Bishkek
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A largest medical center in the country will be built in Bishkek

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, announced the modernization of numerous medical institutions and the acquisition of modern equipment. This information was presented at a republican meeting. A medical town is being constructed in Bishkek, designed for 5,000 places, which will make it the largest medical center in the country's history. The President emphasized that these measures are aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of medical services for the

27.02.2026, 13:04
Incidents

In the village of Kozhomkul, construction is underway on someone else's agricultural land. A suspect has been detained.

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in illegal seizure and construction on agricultural lands on February 26. The situation began to unfold on January 28, when a resident of the capital, Bishkek, filed a complaint with the Sokuluk District Internal Affairs Department. He stated that his plot of land, measuring 4.05 hectares, located in contour No. 295 of the village of Kozhomkul, had been unlawfully seized and

27.02.2026, 13:04
President: Over the past 5 years, Kumtor has generated more than 440 billion soms in revenue
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President: Over the past 5 years, Kumtor has generated more than 440 billion soms in revenue

At the republican meeting held at "Yntymak Ordo," the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, announced that from 2021 to 2025, revenue from the operation of the Kumtor deposit amounted to 5.115 billion US dollars, which is equivalent to more than 440 billion soms. The President also noted that in the form of taxes and mandatory payments, the state budget received 1.176 billion dollars, which is over 100 billion soms.

27.02.2026, 13:01
Zhapаров: This year, about 20 thousand families will receive mortgage housing
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Zhapаров: This year, about 20 thousand families will receive mortgage housing

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, announced at a meeting taking place in "Yntymak Ordo" that nearly 20,000 keys to mortgage apartments will be handed over by the end of this year. "We strive to ensure that every family in Kyrgyzstan can live in comfortable conditions and look confidently towards the future of their country," he noted in his speech. Additionally, the president stated that $400 million will be allocated this year for the construction of housing

27.02.2026, 12:57
Zhapаров called on officials to work honestly and for the benefit of the people
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Zhapаров called on officials to work honestly and for the benefit of the people

At a meeting held at "Yntymak Ordo," President Sadyr Japarov stated that all employees of government structures, including leaders of the most remote settlements, must adhere to the country's development strategy until 2030. He noted that the primary goal for every government body and its leaders is to serve the people. "No structure should be used for political manipulation or imposing opinions," the president emphasized. Japarov also added that every official, while

27.02.2026, 12:57
Incidents

Police officers found and returned a briefcase to a Bishkek resident, which contained 1 million soms.

On February 26, the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Lenin District reported that police officers helped return a lost wallet to a resident of Bishkek, which contained a significant amount of money. The incident occurred on February 14, when the assistant duty officer of the Special Operations Battalion GOM-1, Bolotbek uulu Elaman, and police lieutenant colonel Toktosun uulu Erkebek began their shift. At the intersection of Moscow and Fuchik streets, they noticed a black wallet

27.02.2026, 12:57
In Kyrgyzstan, over 300 members of organized crime groups have been held accountable, with damages exceeding 38 billion soms compensated.
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In Kyrgyzstan, over 300 members of organized crime groups have been held accountable, with damages exceeding 38 billion soms compensated.

In the Kyrgyz Republic, more than 300 members of organized criminal groups have been held accountable, and the amount of recovered damages has exceeded 38 billion soms. This was reported by the country's president, Sadyr Japarov. He noted: “We have not only dismantled criminal structures but also destroyed the mechanisms that supported their influence for many years. We have restored the rule of law in our state.”

27.02.2026, 12:56
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In 2025, 562 irrigation canals and over 600 hydraulic structures were repaired in Kyrgyzstan, - Ministry of Agriculture

At the republican meeting held on February 27 at "Yntymak Ordo," Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov reported significant achievements in the field of water supply and infrastructure. According to him, in 2025, mechanical cleaning and repair of 562 intra-farm and inter-farm canals were carried out. Work has also been completed on the restoration of 608 hydraulic structures, 174 water measurement posts, 91 pumping

27.02.2026, 12:55
Frosty Weather Will Persist in Kazakhstan Over the Weekend
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Frosty Weather Will Persist in Kazakhstan Over the Weekend

According to "Kazhydromet," frosty weather is expected to prevail during the specified period without significant precipitation. However, starting from March 2, a cyclone will begin to move into the western regions of the country, bringing snow and blizzards. Rain and snow are also predicted in the southern areas. An increase in wind strength and a gradual rise in air temperature are expected as well.

27.02.2026, 12:55
Local news

Zhapаров: By the end of the year, about 20,000 families will receive apartments from the State Investment Company

At the republican meeting on February 27, the president noted that the State Mortgage Company is demonstrating unprecedented growth: 4,600 families have become new homeowners, which accounts for half of the total number of apartments handed over in the last four years. According to Japarov, the majority of housing is being built in Bishkek and the Chui region; however, work is also underway in other regions, including Osh, Jalal-Abad, Talas, Issyk-Kul, and Batken regions. Funding for the State

27.02.2026, 12:55
Local news

About 92 percent of schools in Kyrgyzstan provide hot meals

According to information voiced by the sanitary doctor of the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, Maria Kushubakova, on "Birinchi Radio," about 92% of educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan offer their students hot meals. She noted that in 2005, only 10% of schools in the country had organized school meals.

27.02.2026, 12:48
Uzbekistan Implements Russian Experience in Controlling Blogger Revenues
Economy

Uzbekistan Implements Russian Experience in Controlling Blogger Revenues

Recently, a delegation from the Tax Committee of Uzbekistan traveled to Moscow to familiarize themselves with the methods of the Federal Tax Service of Russia regarding the taxation of virtual entrepreneurs, including bloggers. The purpose of the trip was to implement new services and enhance transparency in the digital sector.

27.02.2026, 12:48
Talant Mamytov: The Appeal "75" Reached the Relevant Committee
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Talant Mamytov: The Appeal "75" Reached the Relevant Committee

"The outcome remains uncertain" A group of 75 people has submitted an appeal for early presidential elections, which has been sent to parliament and is now under consideration by the relevant committee. This was reported by Talant Mamytov, who heads the "Yntymak-Mekenchil" deputy group in the Jogorku Kenesh. "This issue is under consideration by the appropriate committee. The outcome of this appeal remains uncertain. After its submission, the speaker and the committee

27.02.2026, 12:48
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The introduction of new irrigated lands increased 22 times — to 4455 hectares, - Ministry of Agriculture

In 2025, the republic managed to significantly expand the area of irrigated land by 4,455 hectares. This was announced on February 27 at a republican meeting in "Yntymak Ordo," where the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov spoke. According to Akunbekov, this figure is 22 times higher than in 2024. The area irrigated by drip and sprinkler irrigation methods increased to 3,338 hectares, more

27.02.2026, 12:47
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"1.7 billion soms allocated for irrigation development in 2025, - Ministry of Agriculture"

In 2025, the republic allocated 1.7 billion soms for the development of the irrigation system, as reported by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov at a meeting held on February 27 at "Yntymak Ordo". Akunbekov noted that project work is currently underway on 41 facilities, while construction work is being carried out on 33 facilities. "At the moment, we are conducting construction and

27.02.2026, 12:46
News / Education news

The BGK Deputy proposed to include competitions in the games of chukö and lyanga in the school curriculum.

At a meeting of the permanent commission on social issues of the Bishkek City Council, deputy Talaybek Surapbaev ("Jaanı küş – New Force") expressed the need to include competitions in lyan and other national games, such as chükö, in school education on February 27. According to him, modern children are practically unfamiliar with these traditional games. Vice Mayor Viktoria Mozgacheva noted the presence of sports-oriented schools that promote national sports. “Moreover, we have a

27.02.2026, 12:46
Local news

It is prohibited for schoolchildren to fast during Ramadan - sanitary doctor

Observing the Ramadan fast (Orozo) for children who are in their growth stage is unacceptable. This was stated by Maria Kushubakova, a sanitary doctor from the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio." According to the specialist, growing bodies require a variety of microelements and nutrients such as proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

27.02.2026, 12:45
Ecology

In most of the country, rain and snow — weather forecast for February 28

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on February 28. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, during the night, significant parts of Chui and Osh regions, as well as locally in Talas, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, are expected to experience rain and snow. In mountainous areas, snow will fall, while no precipitation is predicted in Batken region.

27.02.2026, 12:40
The GKNB and the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs seized methamphetamine worth 53 million soms
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The GKNB and the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs seized methamphetamine worth 53 million soms

Law enforcement agencies have disrupted the activities of an international criminal group As part of a specialized operation, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and the Drug Control Service (SBON) of the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) successfully carried out actions to dismantle a transnational organized crime group involved in drug trafficking. This information was provided by the press service of SBON. During the operation, 8 kilograms of methamphetamine were

27.02.2026, 12:40
Ecology

In Bishkek, a film by journalists from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan titled "Ala-Too: In Pursuit of Disappearing Glaciers" was presented.

On February 26, the premiere of the documentary film "Ala-Too: In Pursuit of Disappearing Glaciers" took place in Bishkek. The film is the result of collaboration between journalists from two countries, created by Munara Borombaev from Bishkek and Madina Ashilova from Almaty. The directing duo consisted of Borombaev and Ashilova, while the editors were Anarkhan Altymyshova (Kyrgyzstan) and Kalimash Begalieva (Kazakhstan).

27.02.2026, 12:38
Netflix will exit the deal to purchase Warner Bros.
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Netflix will exit the deal to purchase Warner Bros.

In its statement, Netflix indicated that the current offer from Paramount Skydance makes further attempts to acquire Warner Bros. financially impractical. Paramount Skydance offered $31 per share for the purchase of Warner Bros. This offer also includes that Paramount Skydance will take on the payment of a $2.8 billion penalty that Warner Bros. would have to pay to Netflix in the event of a termination of the previous agreement.

27.02.2026, 12:37
Health

In 2025, the budget allocated for healthcare amounted to nearly 52 billion soms, - Deputy Prime Minister

At the republican meeting in "Yntymak Ordo" on February 27, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov reported that the total budget allocated for healthcare in 2025 amounted to nearly 52 billion soms. These funds have doubled compared to 2021, when the funding was 26 billion soms, and this does not include funds for the construction of new medical institutions and facilities that are still under construction.

27.02.2026, 12:36