In Karakol, work has begun on the demolition of the old building of the Issyk-Kul Regional Musical and Drama Theater, named after Kasymaly Zhantushev. On its site, a modern multifunctional congress hall is planned to be created.
In the city hall of Osh, a meeting took place between Janarbek Akayev, the mayor of the city, and Mukhtar Akhat, the Consul General of Kazakhstan. During the discussion, key areas for further development of bilateral relations were considered. In particular, the participants proposed new ways to strengthen cooperation within the framework of sister city agreements between Osh and Kazakh cities such as Shymkent and Taraz.
Yesterday, March 4, a meeting took place in the new residential area of Tynchtyk, located in Talas, where local residents met with representatives of the city administration. The main topic of discussion was the installation of sewage systems in this area. Meeting participants reported that the laying of a 200 mm diameter pipe is currently underway, but residents expressed serious concerns about the possibility of connecting their homes to this system.
- On March 5, 2026, in the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Umbetaly Kydyraiev drew attention to the functioning of the border crossing points between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. During the meeting, he asked the First Deputy Chairman of the Border Service Marat Maralbaev about the number of operational checkpoints in this section of the border. Maralbaev replied that there are six checkpoints operating on the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border: “Karkyra,” “Chon-Kapka,” “Chaldybar,” “Ak-Zhol,” “Ak-Tilek,” and “Tokmok.”
A celebration of the Ak Kalpak took place at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, led by the First Deputy Minister Jenish Seydaliev. According to the ministry's press service, participants of the event discussed the historical significance of the Ak Kalpak, its value, and its role as an important national symbol. Employees representing the older generation shared their memories of the origin of this holiday and recounted fascinating facts.
In her letter dated February 18, 2026, Mahabat Tajibek kyzy expressed gratitude to everyone who supports her during this difficult time. Lawyer Asel Argymbaeva visited her on March 4 and, with the journalist's permission, made the contents of the letter public. The lawyer noted that Mahabat receives numerous letters of support from various corners of the world. Many of the authors of these letters have never met her but find it important to express their solidarity. All letters reach
On March 5, avalanches, snow drifts, slippery sections, and ice are predicted in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan. According to Kyrgyzhydromet, avalanche-prone areas will be on the following roads:
In Kyrgyzstan, an operational headquarters has been established within the Ministry of Economy and Commerce (MEC) to assist local entrepreneurs facing difficulties in processing export documents. This was stated at a press conference at the IA "Kabar" by Urmat Takirov, director of the Center for Development and Promotion of Exports "Kyrgyz Export" under the MEC. He noted that the initiative to create the headquarters arose in response to the introduction of new mobile
In the context of the crisis in the garment industry, the operational headquarters organized by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce continues its work, focusing on assisting local clothing manufacturers. This was reported by Urmat Takirov, the director of the "Kyrgyz Export" center, at a recent press conference. According to him, the situation with exports remains complicated, leading to a constant interest from garment enterprises in receiving informational and consulting support.
On March 5, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of the State Flag and the Day of the Ak Kalpak took place in the Alaï district, reports our correspondent. The event was held at the Kurmanjan Datka Historical and Ethnographic Museum.
This is the second instance of conflict between deputies this week During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies Mederbek Aliyev and Ulukbek Karybek uulu engaged in a heated exchange. Aliyev, thanking his colleagues for their support after being appointed as vice-speaker, noted that patience and experience in public service are necessary for this position, rather than "running around maternity hospitals," which was perceived as a hint at Karybek uulu. Karybek uulu responded,
A meeting was held at the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic dedicated to analyzing the work of the perinatal service in 2025 and determining key areas for its development up to 2030. The event was led by the Minister of Health, Damirbek Osmonov. The discussion focused on issues related to improving the quality of medical care for mothers and newborns, as well as strategies to reduce maternal and infant mortality.
The request made by the Central Command indicates that the Pentagon is already beginning to reallocate financial resources for operations that may last significantly longer than the initially planned four weeks, as stated by Donald Trump, reports Politico. Moreover, the Pentagon intends to send more air defense resources to the region, particularly small and cost-effective systems to combat drones that have been developed in recent years, according to one American official.
At a press conference, the director of the "Kyrgyzexport" Center under the Ministry of Economy and Trade, Urmat Takirov, stated that owners of sewing workshops need to hire an accountant capable of working with electronic systems for document and certificate processing. According to him, for effective interaction with digital services, it is not necessary to have an accountant on staff — one can use the services of a specialist on a part-time or remote basis.
Material prepared by K-News. Permission from the editorial office of K-News is required for copying or partial use. For the first time, Iranian authorities have commented on the United States' attack on a military ship off the coast of Sri Lanka.
The client did not wait for his Mercedes-Benz G 500 A suspect in fraud has been detained in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, as reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District. According to law enforcement agencies, on February 5, a citizen named M.N. reported a crime to them. He stated that on January 7, a certain I.M. promised to sell him a Mercedes-Benz G 500 SUV and took 23.5 thousand dollars from him, but did not fulfill his obligations and did not contact him again.
In honor of International Women's Day, celebrated on March 8, the President of the UN General Assembly, Annalena Baerbock, will present the new project #LikeAWoman. According to the UN News Service, the aim of the campaign is to highlight women's achievements in all areas of life on a global scale. As noted in the announcement, for many years the phrases "like a woman" and "like a girl" have been used in a derogatory manner. This implies weakness or certain social
Citizens who returned from Jeddah shared their experiences Recently, a flight from Jeddah landed at Manas International Airport, bringing home 90 citizens of Kyrgyzstan. Additionally, about 120 compatriots arrived in Osh. According to those who arrived in Bishkek, their stay in Saudi Arabia coincided with the beginning of military actions between Iran, Israel, and the USA. Ramis, one of the passengers, said: "Although we were not allowed to return home, thanks to the support of the
The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovation of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on 24. kg regarding the dissatisfaction of citizens related to the competitive selection for education in Hungarian universities under the Stipendium Hungaricum program for the 2026-2027 academic year. According to information from the press service, verification of all submitted data is currently underway to form ranking indicators.
A sports event dedicated to International Women's Day on March 8 took place in Gülchö. The local mayor's office announced the organization of the Mayor's Cup. Nursultan Tajibaev, the mayor of Gülchö, extended his congratulations to all women on the upcoming holiday and officially opened the sports competitions.
It is important to note that this resolution was developed with the participation of Democratic Senator Tim Kaine and Republican Rand Paul. It aims to end U.S. military operations against Iran that have not received Congressional approval, as reported by CBS News. This is already the second time Senator Kaine has attempted to limit the president's military powers, and, as CBS News emphasizes, his previous attempt failed in June 2025 after U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 5, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev urged the Presidential Administration to reconsider the necessity of obtaining permission for children to travel when one of the parents is not involved in their lives. Bekeshev emphasized that some children face difficulties when traveling abroad. He cited the example of a woman living in Europe with her child, who has been unable to return to Kyrgyzstan for seven years due to blackmail from her ex-husband: he threatens to
Author of the material: K-News. Use of the text is only possible with the permission of the K-News editorial office. At the video summit dedicated to the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and five Central Asian countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping announced China's intention to open its vast markets to the countries of the region. He emphasized that China plans to increase imports of high-quality products and agricultural goods from Central Asia while continuing to
The material is prepared by K-News. The use of the text is only possible with the permission of the editorial office. Successes in the field of export and international cooperation in the agricultural sector of Kyrgyzstan have become the subject of a report from the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry.
This agreement aims to establish a legal framework for attracting foreign investments. Today, during a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed the bill "On the Ratification of the Agreement between Kyrgyzstan and Italy on the Encouragement and Protection of Investments," which was signed on May 30, 2025, in Astana. This bill was adopted in the third reading. The main objective of the agreement is to create a legal basis for attracting foreign direct investments. In
In Kyrgyzstan, a new draft resolution developed by the Cabinet of Ministers regarding the revision of the procedure for paying funeral benefits is being discussed. A specialist from the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, Nurgul Usenova, commented on the changes proposed in the draft in an interview for 24.kg.
Deputies noted that exporters do not know where to turn when problems arise Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the difficulties faced by Kyrgyz exporters at the border with Kazakhstan during a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. As an example, she cited cases involving carriers of seedlings. According to her, upon entering the territory of Kazakhstan, these entrepreneurs are forced to unload their goods and then reload each plant again. This leads to additional costs for the
Grossi expressed concern about the restrictions faced by international inspectors at Iranian nuclear facilities. He noted that while there are currently no clear signs of nuclear bomb development, Tehran has nonetheless accumulated significant amounts of uranium, with enrichment levels close to weapon-grade standards. This, combined with insufficient access for inspectors to certain sites, prevents the agency from guaranteeing the exclusively peaceful nature of Iran's nuclear program.
Urmатбек Shamyrkanov, head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, deeply expresses his condolences to all who have lost loved ones as a result of the fire that claimed the lives of children. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. The minister emphasized that the tragedy that occurred in the Uzgen district has been a heavy blow to society as a whole.
At the Memorial House-Museum of M.V. Frunze, an exhibition dedicated to Urkuya Salieva will be opened, which will be a significant event for all those interested in the history of Kyrgyzstan. Urkuya Salieva was one of the most prominent figures of her time, actively participating in the social transformations of the country. According to information from the Ministry of Culture, the exhibition will allow visitors to learn more about her life, public activities, and the context of historical
In recent years, Kyrgyzstan has achieved significant results in agriculture, particularly in the field of exports. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information provided, in 2025, the republic exported the following types of agricultural products:
A temporary ban on the export of all types of food products and agricultural goods has been introduced in Iran. This decision has come into effect and will remain in place until further notice from the government. In Tajikistan, which relies on Iranian food supplies, concerns have already been expressed regarding this issue. The authorities in Tehran link this decision to the need to prevent a possible shortage and rising prices for essential consumer goods amid the conflict with the USA and
Today, March 5, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh celebrated the Day of the Ak Kalpak by appearing at the session in traditional Kyrgyz headwear. The Speaker of the Parliament, Marlen Mamataliyev, congratulated the citizens of Kyrgyzstan on this special day, emphasizing the importance of the ak kalpak for the culture and history of the people.
A tragic incident occurred in the Uzgen district when a fire claimed the lives of four children. A local resident reported to the publication 24.kg that the fire started due to a faulty refrigerator. According to the eyewitness, at the time of the fire, she was in the house with her five grandchildren. The woman was planning to perform her prayers when she noticed that the refrigerator was smoking and then caught fire. Together with her eldest granddaughter, who is in the 9th-10th grade, she
According to an internal Pentagon document published by Politico, the U.S. military leadership expects the operation against Iran to last at least 100 days, until September. The Central Command of the U.S. Armed Forces (CENTCOM) has requested additional military intelligence personnel to support these actions. Moreover, the publication reports that the State Department is allocating additional resources for the evacuation of Americans in the Middle East region, while the Pentagon is increasing
On March 4, the Ministry of Natural Resources conducted a working trip to the Kyzyl-Suu gorge, located in the Taarilgan-Koktu area, near the village of On Bir-Zhilga in the Chui region. According to the information from the department's press service, scientific and sanitary-biotechnical activities were carried out during this trip aimed at protecting the chukar and pheasant. In the course of scientific parasitological research, sanitary removal of these bird species was conducted.
On March 5, the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in fraud. On August 26, 2025, a statement was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Alamudun District from a resident of the village of Lenin. The man reported that on July 25, two acquaintances came to him asking for $12,000 for a joint venture in transporting goods. However, they did not fulfill their promises and did not return the money.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on March 5, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev proposed that the state cover the costs of the Unified Republican Testing (ORT). According to him, the price for taking the test has increased from 200 to 470 soms per subject, which is a significant amount for low-income families. He emphasized that many parents are forced to send their children to paid courses to prepare them for the testing, which causes additional stress and financial burden.
Exporters of plant products from Kyrgyzstan risk facing a ban on the export of their goods for up to 60 days in the event of repeated violations of phytosanitary standards. This was announced at a press conference by Urmat Takirov, head of the "Kyrgyzexport" Center, which operates under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. He noted that issues related to increasing phytosanitary control were discussed in 2025 at a special meeting. As a result, stricter requirements are imposed on
At the livestock market of the rural district of Sary-Özön, located in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, an astonishing trade deal took place. A sheep was resold four times without leaving its spot, resulting in nearly a twofold increase in its value. According to information provided to Turmush by local traders and witnesses, the resale process unfolded as follows:
- We view energy as a strategically important sector, not just as a business. The demand for electricity has significantly increased in recent years, highlighting the need to diversify energy sources to avoid relying solely on hydropower. The development of alternative sources is one of the main pathways to ensuring energy security. The choice of a wind power plant is due to the fact that this direction has been virtually unused in our country before. Becoming pioneers in this field has proven
Photo of Erbol Zheentaev The life of Erbol Zheentaev, an energetic and optimistic young man, changed dramatically in 2014. At a wedding, due to a misunderstanding, a conflict arose that escalated into a fight, resulting in a serious traumatic brain injury. As a result, Erbol ended up in a hospital bed. Three months in a coma: the aftermath of the wedding At first, no one realized the seriousness of the injury, even overlooking the hematoma on his head. However, in the hospital, he suffered
Gulya Kozhokulova, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, called for a change in state policy regarding stray animals. She believes that instead of cruelly eliminating the "consequences," it is necessary to focus on addressing the "causes" of the problem. This requires the implementation of mandatory pet registration, sterilization programs, and increasing personal responsibility among citizens. This statement was made at a round table dedicated to the systemic issue of stray
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Ernazar Akmataliev, took 2nd place in the updated world ranking compiled by United World Wrestling (UWW). This ranking was updated after the tournament held in Albania.
Entrepreneurs from Kyrgyzstan have gained the opportunity to supply light industry goods to Russian marketplaces without hindrance. This was announced at a press conference by Urmat Takirov, director of the "Kyrgyz Export" Center under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. All previously existing administrative barriers have been removed. According to Takirov, supplies can now be made in a free mode, provided that the rules for document processing are followed. Earlier, the Kyrgyz
In the Kara-Unkur gorge, on the 304th kilometer of the Bishkek — Naryn — Torugart highway, a snow avalanche occurred. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. As a result of the incident, traffic on this section was temporarily halted. Road services have already dispatched special equipment to clear the road, and work to restore passage is ongoing around the clock.
During his working visit to China, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Edil Baisalov, held a meeting with Cui Zhichen, the General Director of the Chinese state corporation China General Technology (Group) Holding Co., Ltd. (Genertec). According to the press service of the Cabinet, the main subject of discussion was the possibilities for cooperation in the development of Kyrgyzstan's industrial potential, as well as issues related to the creation of
During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies considered a draft law concerning the ratification of the Temporary Trade Agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union and its member states on one side and Mongolia on the other. The agreement, signed on June 27, 2025, in Minsk, Republic of Belarus, was discussed in the second reading. The initiative for the draft law was put forward by the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.
