On February 26, starting at 20:30, temporary restrictions for heavy freight transport have been introduced at the Dolon pass due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Transport, road services are currently engaged in clearing the road and applying a sand-salt mixture.
According to forecasts, global meat prices may rise significantly, and in this regard, agribusinessman Bakytbek Mamytkanov, together with the Agroholding of the Kyrgyz Republic, has initiated the launch of an urgent program to maintain market stability.
On his Facebook page, the president of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, Kanatbek Abdrakhmatov, shared a graph demonstrating the change in the water level of Lake Issyk-Kul. According to his information, the graph illustrates the dynamics of the lake's water level decline since 1926, when regular measurements began.
In Karakol, a hawk (Accipiter gentilis) was delivered to the rehabilitation center of the public foundation "Bugу Ene," found hanging from a tree with its legs tangled in branches. According to information from the foundation's staff, it can be concluded from its appearance that this predator was previously kept in captivity under unsuitable conditions. Improperly fitted leg bands were on its feet, which caused injury to its legs.
How can further destabilizations affect the countries of Central Asia? On the night of February 27, Pakistan conducted airstrikes on various cities in Afghanistan, including the capital Kabul. Pakistan's Defense Minister Khawaja Asif announced on social media platform X that after prolonged armed conflicts, tensions between the two neighboring countries have reached the level of "open war," according to DW. Attaullah Tarar, Pakistan's Information Minister, confirmed on X
An inclusive event dedicated to the International Day of Cochlear Implantation took place in Bishkek. The main goal of this event was to draw the attention of society and government organizations to the issues of supporting children with hearing impairments and their families. The motto of the event was: "You can hear thanks to technology. To be heard - thanks to people."
- A new state program has been initiated in Kyrgyzstan, offering preferential loans for breeding livestock. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the information provided, the annual interest rate on loans is 3%.
In Naryn, throughout its history, there have been 13 mayors, each of whom has made a significant contribution to the socio-economic development of the city by implementing various projects and initiatives. The correspondent of Turmush has prepared a list of these leaders.
Today, February 27, the regional stage of the Republican Olympiad for school students kicks off in Kyrgyzstan. According to the Ministry of Education, 1,606 students who took 1st and 2nd places at the district level are participating in this stage.
On February 26, a meeting took place in London between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Jeenbek Kulubaev and the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland Yvette Cooper. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the negotiations, issues regarding the state and future directions of bilateral and multilateral cooperation were discussed. The ministers confirmed their intention to deepen Kyrgyz-British
At the second ranking tournament of 2026 held in Tirana, the capital of Albania, the Kyrgyzstan national team in freestyle wrestling finished in 7th place. The men's competitions took place on February 25 and 26, during which 10 sets of medals were contested.
As a result of losing control on a slippery road, a truck in Bishkek ended up on the edge of a cliff, threatening to fall into the Big Chui Canal. According to local services, the incident occurred during the day the day before.
On the morning of February 27, the following exchange rates were presented at the exchange points on the Moscow Council:
Today, February 27, a ranking wrestling tournament will take place in Albania, where six sets of medals will be contested. On this day, five athletes from Kyrgyzstan will compete on the mat.
Nurzhamal Torobekova, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, expressed an initiative to introduce mandatory medical examinations for citizens intending to get married. According to the deputy, this measure is aimed at reducing the risk of transmitting infectious diseases between spouses. She highlighted the pressing issue of migration.
In Naryn, the administrative center of the eponymous region and district, the process of infrastructure renewal is actively underway. According to the latest data, the city's population is 42,530 people, and its area is 40.5 square kilometers. The economy of Naryn is currently primarily based on enterprises engaged in the processing of agricultural products, including meat and dairy plants, as well as companies servicing the region's energy networks. Road transport is the main means
Employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" in Bishkek removed a huge volume of garbage from an apartment in a multi-story building, filling an entire KamAZ truck. This information was announced by the city's utility service. Residents of neighboring apartments contacted the service with complaints about an unpleasant odor and unsanitary conditions. An inspection conducted in the apartment revealed a significant accumulation of household waste, packaging, old belongings, and
In Oman, at the Camel Beauty Show 2026 festival, an incident occurred that resulted in the disqualification of 20 camels. The reason for the disqualification was the cosmetic procedures that the animals underwent. According to information provided by the Daily Mail and reported by the Kazinform agency, the contest veterinarians noticed signs of such enhancements, which led to the exclusion of the camels from the competition. The camel beauty contest is an important cultural event in the Gulf
Today, the regional stage of the republican olympiad for school students has started in Kyrgyzstan. According to the Ministry of Education, 1,606 students who took prize-winning places at the district level are participating in this stage.
As part of the project "Development of the Information Technology Sector," a meeting was held organized by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the National Park of Information Technology (NPIT). Key figures from NPIT attended the event, including Zolzayaa Jargalsaihan, the project leader, as well as representatives from the consulting firm "Deloitte Tomatsu": Yamamoto Shosei, the deputy project leader, and advisor Hagiharu Natsuki. The main objective of
At the Too-Ashuu pass, in the area of the 132nd, 133rd, and 136th kilometers, work is currently underway for the controlled release of snow avalanches. The press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications reported that for these purposes, special equipment from the road maintenance enterprise (DMP) No. 9 is being used on-site, and staff are in a state of full readiness to respond quickly to changes in the situation. Since 9:00 AM, a temporary restriction on the movement of trucks
In London, at the VUE Cinema Leicester Square, the world premiere of the documentary project "Dominic West: Kyrgyzstan" (Beyond the Silk Road) took place. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy.
According to information from the National Bank, this was already the third intervention since the beginning of the year. In this operation, $162.55 million was sold with the aim of maintaining the stability of the som's exchange rate. Of this amount, $131.7 million was sold with settlements on the day of the transaction, while the remaining $30.85 million was settled for future dates.
The President of Mongolia, Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh, has presented a bill for discussion in the Great State Khural (parliament) that proposes the possibility of annulling parliamentary mandates. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. During the discussion of the bill's concept, the head of the Presidential Administration, Uylstogoldor Altankhuyag, noted that the President, representing the unity of the Mongolian people, bears an important responsibility for strengthening trust between the
According to MiddleAsianNews, in London, the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources of Mongolia, Damdinnyam Gongor, met with Chris MacDonald, the Minister of Industry of the United Kingdom. During this meeting, a decision was made to establish a joint working group between the ministries of the two countries. This will be part of the implementation of the Memorandum of Understanding signed in 2024, which concerns cooperation in the field of mining between Mongolia and the United Kingdom.
According to the spokesperson for the Taliban movement, Zabihullah Mujahid, this decision was made in response to "provocations and border violations" from Islamabad. On February 21, the Pakistani armed forces conducted airstrikes on the Afghan provinces of Paktia and Nangarhar, claiming that their targets were camps of terrorists linked to the groups "Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan" and "Islamic State." The conflict erupted in the provinces of Nangarhar, Nuristan,
Photo from the internet. The yuan sets records for the third consecutive day The Chinese yuan continues to demonstrate impressive results, reaching an all-time high. At the same time, the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge are showing a decline. The US dollar remains at the same level. This data was published by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and local exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar:
The branch of electric stations in the Batken region plans to install 54,587 "smart" meters (automated commercial accounting systems) in 2026. According to reports, the installation of new meters will be handled by the Batken Electric Networks Enterprise. The installation volumes will be distributed across the districts of the region as follows: • Kyzyl-Kyiyin Electric Networks — 10,150 units • Kadamjay Electric Networks — 14,530 units • Leilek Electric Networks — 14,105 units •
Professor Igor Pershukov conducted an analysis of oncology issues in Kyrgyzstan and compared them with the system of assistance for cancer patients in Russia. Igor Vladimirovich Pershukov – Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), head of the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State University, as well as a fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC) and the American Society of Cardiovascular
At the ministerial meeting in the "C5+UK" format, held on February 26 in London, Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, raised the issue of the impact of British sanctions on cooperation in Central Asia. The discussion also addressed opportunities for deepening trade, economic, and investment ties. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, the dialogue involved the foreign ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan,
On February 26, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, participated in a ministerial-level meeting in London organized in the format of "Central Asia – United Kingdom." This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. Among the participants were the foreign ministers of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan, as well as the UK Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs.
During the discussions at the meeting, emphasis was placed on the cooperation between the two countries in the field of environmental protection and climate change. Participants considered possible directions for supporting and strengthening these relations, as reported by QNA.
The initiators have sent their requests to the president, the head of the GKNB, and the chairman of the Supreme Court A group of independent journalists has appealed to the authorities of Kyrgyzstan with a request to review the criminal cases initiated against their colleagues and civil activists. They announced this on social media.
The government of Kyrgyzstan has approved new rules for notarial activities. Key changes include mandatory payment for notarial services through the Unified Information System of Notaries, clarification of the process for formalizing certain agreements, and the introduction of new requirements for notarial orders, as reported in a press release from the Ministry of Justice. According to the adopted resolution, which will come into effect ten days after its publication on February 19, 2026,
In Shchuchinsk, Kazakhstan, a tragic incident occurred: seven people died in an explosion at the 'Center of Plov' cafe, as reported by the Emergency Situations Department of Akmolinsk region.
At the government meeting held on February 25, a bill was reviewed and approved that amends the Land Code. According to MiddleAsianNews, this law grants livestock breeders the right to 5 hectares of land for growing fodder crops and 1 hectare for winter and spring grazing of livestock. The provision of opportunities for livestock breeders to engage in growing fodder crops is expected to be a step towards better adaptation to climate change and reducing risks associated with natural disasters.
Today, February 27, a republican meeting will take place in "Yntymak Ordo" chaired by the president. As reported by the president's press secretary Askhat Alagozov, members of the government, heads of state bodies, presidential representatives in the regions, as well as the mayors of Bishkek, Osh, and other cities of regional significance will participate in this event. During the meeting, reports on the work accomplished in various sectors for the year 2025 are expected to be
The draw for the Greco-Roman wrestling competitions took place in Albania, where athletes from different countries will compete for prize places. The Kyrgyzstan team, representing the country at this tournament, consists of 13 wrestlers.
On the second day of the ranking wrestling tournament in Albania, athletes from Kyrgyzstan went home without medals. On February 26, matches were held for 6 sets of medals in freestyle wrestling among men and women. Two wrestlers from Kyrgyzstan took to the mat, but they were unable to reach the podium.
The competition for the construction of the first copper smelting plant in Mongolia involves a Chinese consortium made up of several companies and a Swiss firm. This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. A report on the construction of the copper concentrate processing plant was presented by the working group to the government as part of a project to develop an industrial and technological complex being implemented by the state mining corporation "Erdenet". The project was presented to 55
The Ministry of Communications and Informatization of Belarus announced plans to strengthen bilateral dialogue with Kyrgyzstan in the field of information and communication technologies (ICT). This topic was discussed during a meeting between Minister Kirill Zaleski and the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan in Minsk, Erbol Sultanbaev. During the negotiations, the parties considered opportunities for deepening cooperation in the areas of artificial intelligence technologies, the postal sector, and other
The negotiations took place in Geneva on February 26, where the USA was represented by Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, appointed by Donald Trump, while Iran was represented by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The discussions lasted several hours, including morning and evening sessions. At the end of the morning round, an Axios source reported the disappointment of the American delegates. However, after the evening negotiations, one senior American official noted that the discussions were
According to information from sources, the decision is final. In the first days of April, the messenger Telegram will be blocked on the territory of Russia, as RBC reports citing its sources. Two sources with connections to the Kremlin claim that this decision has already been made. The main reason for the blocking is the increasing cases of recruitment, including minors, for committing illegal acts. Earlier, the Minister of Digital Development, Communications, and Mass Media, Maksut Shadayev,
- On February 26, 2026, in London, United Kingdom, the Chairman of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, Melis Turgunbaev, met with Andrew Bailey, the head of the Bank of England. This was reported by the regulator's press service. During the meeting, important aspects of monetary policies being implemented in both the United Kingdom and the Kyrgyz Republic were discussed.
Weekly fairs organized by local producers continue in Bishkek and other regions of the country. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that the schedule for these events is planned until June 2026.
According to the latest report from the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB) for 2025, international cooperation under three key drug control conventions has played a significant role in reducing the harm from illegal drug trafficking and in protecting the health of people worldwide. This information was presented at a recent meeting. Sevil Atasoy, president of the INCB, noted that the effectiveness of the system is largely due to the support of states that have been fighting drug
As part of the celebrations for the 20th anniversary of the Japanese scholarship program JDS, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, participated in a special forum. He emphasized that the development of human capital is an important strategic priority for the government. Kasymaliev expressed interest in expanding the JDS program and creating new opportunities for youth working in government structures.
As part of the cooperation between the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic (KR) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), key aspects related to the development of electromobility were discussed. The meeting, held on February 26, was organized with the participation of Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications B. Mombekov, who met with representatives of the ADB. The focus of the meeting participants was on issues related to the creation of infrastructure for
