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At the Ministry of Natural Resources, the development of adaptive landscapes and pastures was discussed

The Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Almaz Musaev, met with a mission from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), a specialized agency of the UN, led by Country Director Laura Mattioli. This meeting took place on February 3, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. During the meeting, Mattioli emphasized the importance of cooperation with the Kyrgyz side and expressed gratitude for the support, as well as positively assessing the reforms

03.02.2026, 10:10
Ecology

The Minister of Ecology spoke about the causes of air pollution in Bishkek

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agrarian Policy and Ecology, the issue of why smog continues to persist in Bishkek was raised, despite a number of measures that have been taken. Deputy Azizbek Tursunbaev noted that the results of the measures taken are not yet satisfactory. Although steps such as improving public transport and gasification are considered positive, the problem of smog remains relevant, indicating that the underlying causes of pollution have not been addressed.

02.02.2026, 20:54
Ecology

Deputy Criticizes Improper Tree Pruning in Bishkek

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy and Ecology, Deputy Azizbek Tursunbaev raised the issue of the condition of urban trees, especially those that have been improperly pruned or completely damaged. According to him, many old trees in Bishkek have lost their ability to perform protective functions — they do not trap dust, do not provide shade, and do not protect residents from heat and wind.

02.02.2026, 15:05
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Since the beginning of the year, Lake Issyk-Kul has been cleared of 3,100 meters of fishing nets.

On February 1, employees of the Issyk-Kul Regional Office of the Environmental Supervision Service conducted a raid, during which 500 meters of old synthetic fishing nets were removed from Lake Issyk-Kul. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, since the beginning of 2026, the total length of illegally installed nets removed has reached 3100 meters.

02.02.2026, 13:53
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In Kyrgyzstan, Rain and Snow in Some Areas — Weather Forecast for February 3

Weather forecast for February 3 in Kyrgyzstan. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, on the night of February 3, rain and snow are expected in the Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions, with snow in the mountainous areas. The remaining territories will be precipitation-free. During the day, rain and snow are also possible in places, especially in the mountains. Snow drifts and ice are expected on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

02.02.2026, 13:52
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In Kyrgyzstan, the number of illegal landfills has decreased from 411 to 290

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy, Ecology, and Regional Development, deputies discussed the issue of organizing waste landfills in the regions. Deputy Erkayim Seytkazieva emphasized the need for regulations regarding the placement of landfills and the accounting of illegal dumps. She stressed that local authorities require practical and methodological support for the effective organization of these facilities.

02.02.2026, 13:04
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Deputy: The Impact of Smog on Public Health Remains Underestimated

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Nilufar Alimjanova emphasized the need to study more deeply the impact of air pollution and smog on the health of citizens. In her speech, she noted that the existing reports lack sufficient information about the negative consequences of smog, pointing out the increase in cases of diseases such as asthma and allergies, especially among children and the elderly. Alimjanova also raised the question of what measures have been taken by

02.02.2026, 12:46
Ecology

Air quality monitoring is conducted in 4 cities and 3 regions, - EMERCOM

The Deputy Head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, Ernest Zhusupov, reported on February 2 at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy and Ecology that air quality monitoring is being conducted in four cities: Bishkek, Osh, Kara-Balta, and Cholpon-Ata. He noted that currently there are 14 stationary posts and 1 automatic station for data collection in operation.

02.02.2026, 12:10
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Over 8.2 million trees and shrubs planted across the country in 2025, - Ministry of Natural Resources

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agrarian Policy and Ecology, held on February 2, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev shared information about the progress of work on expanding green zones in the republic. He noted that various activities aimed at greening are being carried out as part of the implementation of the national program "Zhasyl Muras." In 2025, 8 million 233 thousand trees and shrubs were planted across the country.

02.02.2026, 12:04
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In Bishkek, 25 km of new irrigation systems have been installed, - Ministry of Natural Resources

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agricultural Policy and Ecology, held on February 2, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev reported on the completion of work to improve the irrigation system in Bishkek. He noted that in 2025, 5,000 meters of regulating ditches were installed in the capital, and new irrigation systems with a length of 25,000 meters were mounted. According to the minister, the modernization of the irrigation infrastructure will significantly

02.02.2026, 11:34
Ecology

Smog in Bishkek: "Kyrgyzhydromet" records a decrease in gas emissions

At a recent meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Nilufar Alimjanova emphasized the importance of assessing the effectiveness of measures aimed at reducing air pollution and smog in Bishkek. She raised questions about how realistically the level of smog has decreased, what specific actions have been taken by the city administration and relevant ministries, and how much funding from the budget has been allocated for the corresponding projects.

02.02.2026, 11:27
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Ministry of Natural Resources: Over 130,000 Trees and Shrubs Planted in Osh

As part of the "Zhasyl Muras" program, activities for landscaping and increasing green plantings were implemented in Osh in 2025. At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Agrarian Policy and Ecology, held on February 2, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev reported that 27,000 seedlings of both coniferous and deciduous trees, as well as 107,000 shrubs, have been planted in the southern capital.

02.02.2026, 10:27
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Warm up to +13 degrees — weather forecast for February 2

Weather forecast for February 2. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, there will be no precipitation during the night. In the daytime, snow is possible in the mountains of the Jalal-Abad region, while agricultural areas and other regions will remain dry. There will be a snow cover and ice on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s.

01.02.2026, 13:50
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Clear Day - Weather Forecast for February 1

Weather forecast for February 1 in Kyrgyzstan. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected at night in the mountains of the Osh and Jalal-Abad regions, while no precipitation is anticipated in the agricultural areas of these regions and the rest of the country. Dry weather will also persist during the day, but fog may occur in some areas at night.

31.01.2026, 14:32
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In Bishkek, no precipitation, daytime temperatures up to +7 — weather forecast for January 31

According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in the mountainous areas of the Jalal-Abad and Batken regions on the night of January 31, while no precipitation is anticipated in the agricultural zones of these regions and the rest of the territory. During the day, snow may also occur in the Batken region and in the mountainous areas of the Chui and Jalal-Abad regions, while there will be no precipitation in the agricultural zones of the Chui and Jalal-Abad regions and in other

30.01.2026, 13:49
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Storm Warning: Snow Avalanches Expected on the Bishkek—Osh Highway from January 31 to February 2

From January 31 to February 2, 2026, snow avalanches are forecasted in the mountainous areas of Kyrgyzstan, as well as on the Bishkek—Osh highway (from 198 to 255 km, including the Ala-Bel pass and the Chychkan gorge). In addition, snow drifts, ice, and snow cover are expected. This information was provided by Kyrgyzhydromet. Drivers are advised to maintain a distance of 500 meters when passing through potentially hazardous areas.

30.01.2026, 13:00
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In 2026, Kyrgyzstan may face a water shortage, - Ministry of Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, there may be a problem with water shortages in 2026 due to low snow cover levels. This was reported by the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, at a meeting of the "Mekenchil" parliamentary group on January 30. Deputy Aisarakan Abdibaeva raised the issue of a possible drought in 2026 and inquired about the measures that would be taken to maintain the water balance. In response, Kerimaliev spoke about the

30.01.2026, 12:21
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The Ministry of Emergency Situations has launched a project to enhance readiness for recovery after natural disasters

A meeting was held at the Ministry of Emergency Situations, attended by the head of the International Cooperation Department of the Ministry, Kanat Karybai uulu, and the head of the Asian Development Bank mission, Steven Goldfinch. The ministry's press service reported this on January 29. During the meeting, a regional technical assistance project of the ADB was officially initiated, aimed at "Enhancing the readiness of countries in the Asia-Pacific region for sustainable recovery

29.01.2026, 17:03
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Snow and Fog in Places — Weather Forecast for January 30

According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas of the Issyk-Kul and Naryn regions on the night of January 30, while no precipitation is anticipated in other areas. During the day, snow may fall in the Naryn region, as well as in the foothills and mountains of the Jalal-Abad region, while there will be no precipitation in the valley zone of Jalal-Abad, as well as in the Chui, Talas, Osh, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. Fog is also expected in some places. There

29.01.2026, 14:37
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In 2025, fishing tickets and cards worth 13.5 million soms were sold, - Ministry of Agriculture

In 2025, revenues of 13 million 573 thousand 419 soms were recorded from the sale of fishing tickets and cards. For comparison, in 2024 this figure was 3 million 146 thousand 149 soms. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture shared this information. The department emphasized that such significant growth was made possible by the implementation of online sales of fishing tickets.

29.01.2026, 13:49
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The Minister of Natural Resources and the Head of the World Bank Office Discussed the Implementation of a $50 Million Project

The Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev, held a meeting with Hugh Riddle, the head of the World Bank office in Kyrgyzstan. Also present at the meeting were: the World Bank's practice manager for ecology in Europe and Central Asia, Gayane Minasyan; the lead ecological specialist and project team leader for AQIP, Frank van Vörden; and the co-leader of the same team, leading ecological specialist Aydai Bayalieva.

29.01.2026, 10:16
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A man spilled paint on the carpet and washed it in river water. The Ministry of Natural Resources fined him 10,000 soms.

An operational check initiated by employees of the Osh Regional Department of the Environmental Protection Service was conducted in response to a video on social media, where a man pours paint on a carpet and washes it in river water. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. During the inspection, it was established that the video was filmed by a citizen B.u.B. for advertising purposes, showcasing carpets in the high-altitude pasture of Sary-Oy in

28.01.2026, 16:03
In the Osh Region, a local resident was found with a Red Book golden eagle.
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In the Osh Region, a local resident was found with a Red Book golden eagle.

In the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region, a case of illegal possession of a golden eagle, which is protected by the Red Book of the Kyrgyz Republic, was recorded. This was reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. Employees of the Osh Regional Department of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, in cooperation with representatives of the NABU organization and the "Bars-2" group, conducted the necessary

28.01.2026, 12:42
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In most of Kyrgyzstan, snow - weather forecast for January 28

Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on January 28. According to the Kyrgyz Hydrometeorological Agency, snow will be observed in most areas of the Jalal-Abad region during the night of January 28, as well as in parts of the Chui, Talas, Osh, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. Precipitation will continue during the day, especially in the Talas and Batken regions, as well as in certain areas of the Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions. Snow drifts and icy conditions are expected on

27.01.2026, 14:46
Ecology

Winter count of waterfowl conducted at Issyk-Kul and Orto-Tokoy Reservoir

In the biosphere zone "Issyk-Kul," a winter monitoring of waterfowl and aquatic birds took place, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Ecology on January 27. This work was organized by the management of the biosphere territory in collaboration with scientists from the Institute of Biology of the National Academy of Sciences and covered both Lake Issyk-Kul and the Orto-Tokoy Reservoir.

27.01.2026, 13:45
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Storm Warning: Snow Avalanches May Occur on the Ala-Bel and Chon-Ashuu Passes from January 27 to 29

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, precipitation is expected in the mountainous regions of the country and on certain sections of the highways from January 27 to 29, which may lead to snow avalanches, the formation of snow drifts, snow accumulation, and ice. Avalanches may occur on sections of the Bishkek—Osh highway (198-255 km, Ala-Bel Pass, Chychkan Gorge) and the Karakol—Enilchek road (45-90 km, Chong-Ashuu Pass).

27.01.2026, 12:53
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Fishing nets retrieved from the bottom of Issyk-Kul are being disposed of at a new waste processing plant in Bishkek

Since the beginning of 2023, efforts to clean the lake from debris have intensified. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, divers have surveyed over one million hectares of the lake's bottom. By 2025, it is planned to extract about 43 tons of garbage and over 400 kilometers of fishing nets, which were previously handed over to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.

27.01.2026, 09:27
Winter Bird Count Conducted at Lake Issyk-Kul and Orto-Tokoy Reservoir (Photo Report)
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Winter Bird Count Conducted at Lake Issyk-Kul and Orto-Tokoy Reservoir (Photo Report)

During the winter period, a count of waterfowl and wetland birds took place at Lake Issyk-Kul and the Ortok-Tokoy reservoir, organized by the Directorate of the Biosphere Territory "Issyk-Kul" in collaboration with the Institute of Biology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic. The monitoring of bird populations and their habitats at Issyk-Kul is conducted annually — in winter, spring,

27.01.2026, 09:09
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Bears, Mountain Goats, Wild Boars, and Wolves in the Khan-Teniri Nature Park

New photos of wild animals taken with the help of camera traps by the Ilbirs Foundation within the AMIK project have been published in the Khan-Teniri Nature Park. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources reported that these photographs capture unique representatives of high-altitude fauna and their existence in changing climate conditions. The camera traps captured a bear, a pack of wolves, wild boars, and mountain goats.

26.01.2026, 18:41
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In the Kemin District, a man was fined for illegal hunting

On January 23–24, a raid was conducted in the territory of the Kemin district, organized by the Chuy Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service in collaboration with the environmental protection group "Bars" of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, this event was initiated in connection with the end of the 2025–2026 hunting season. During the raid, the hunting permits of

26.01.2026, 17:10