Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, signed decrees on appointments in the government. Erlis Akunbekov has taken the position of Deputy Prime Minister, where he will be responsible for water resources, agriculture, and the processing industry. Damirbek Osmonov has been appointed Minister of Health.
In Tashkent, it is planned to create new public parks in nine locations, covering an area of 134 hectares. With this, the area of green spaces in the city and its surroundings will be tripled, reaching 25,000 hectares. This will increase the provision of green spaces to 6 square meters per person, which is double the current level of 3 square meters. These initiatives were presented to the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, during a meeting dedicated to the development of the urban
Employees of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic detained a man born in 1978, known as D.R.E. He was caught red-handed while handing over two gold bars, weighing a total of 200 grams. According to preliminary data, these bars were intended as a bribe to obtain a favorable decision regarding a criminal case currently under investigation. At the moment, the suspect is in the temporary detention facility of the GKNB KR.
Indian athlete Sufiya Sufi is now the holder of a Guinness World Record after she managed to set a new world record for women on the high-altitude Manali - Leh route.
In Almaty, the police have proposed tightening the requirements for couriers and delivery aggregators. This statement was made during a meeting involving representatives from major services, the city prosecutor's office, and the public, as reported by Informburo.kz. The reason for this meeting was the detention of a courier that occurred on February 14, 2024. The man, who delivered flowers, began to harass a girl and was ultimately arrested for seven days.
During his working trip to Osh, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, checked on the progress of the construction of the new terminal complex at the international airport "Osh." This information was provided by the ministry's press service. According to their data, the area of the new terminal is 26,000 square meters and includes six blocks. Construction work started on April 25, 2025.
The meeting held on February 25 was organized by the Bishkek City Hall as part of traditional meetings with the parent community. It took place at the Main Department of Internal Affairs and gathered parents and school directors from the Lenin and Oktyabrsky districts. Vice Mayor of the capital, Victoria Mozgacheva, the Director of the Department of Education, Rakhmat Musaev, as well as representatives from the prosecutor's office and the Drug Control Service participated in the event.
According to information from the Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, strong winds are forecasted in Bishkek and the Chui region on February 26 for the next three hours. According to the press service of the agency, the wind will blow from the west at a speed of 15–20 meters per second.
In Germany, McDonald’s has decided to refrain from displaying images of food on its billboards during the Muslim fasting period. Advertising materials will only appear after dark.
At the ranking tournament in freestyle wrestling in Albania, Ernazar Akmataliyev won gold, competing in the 70 kg weight category on February 25. In his first match at this tournament, he defeated Ibrahim Ibrahimov, the reigning European champion in the 65 kg weight class.
The state institution "Salyk Service" has developed a tax calendar for the residents of Kyrgyzstan, aimed at simplifying the understanding of tax obligations. This tool will help citizens know which taxes they need to pay and by when, as well as under what circumstances they may be exempt from payment. As noted by the institution's press service, "even with general information, it is not always easy to determine which specific tax obligations apply to a particular
Earlier, Dastan Bekeshev, a deputy, proposed to soften the requirements for school uniforms. According to the government decree, in Kyrgyzstan, school uniforms must adhere to a classic style. This was reported by the Ministry of Education.
A tragedy occurred at Issyk-Kul – a woman died after committing self-immolation. According to information from the press service of the Issyk-Kul region, the incident took place on February 25, 2026. The Ak-Suu District Police Department received information that the 17-year-old daughter of a resident of the village of Ak-Suu, born in 2009, was 16 weeks pregnant. Her mother, M.A., born in 1985, was informed about the situation. The investigative authorities conducted an interrogation of the
At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 26, 2026, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova proposed an initiative for the active development of organic agriculture in Kyrgyzstan. She noted that uncontrolled use of agrochemicals and mineral fertilizers could lead to soil degradation, which in turn threatens to turn fertile agricultural lands into barren territories. According to Mavlyanova, the transition to organic farming can not only improve the export of environmentally friendly
The main task of the Council is to actively engage youth in the political, social, and economic life of the country. At today's meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov announced the news about the creation of a Youth Council under the Speaker of Parliament.
Recent drone footage taken over Mount Boz Boltok, located on the southern outskirts of Bishkek, has raised concerns about the destructive consequences of quarry mining. From above, one can see how huge excavations cut into the slope, while machines work around, creating piles of clay and sand. Social media users express their worries, claiming that "the mountain is almost destroyed," and wonder how much time it has left. Mount Boz Boltok is one of the iconic mountain ranges located
The population of the Caucasus and Central Asia is facing a threat from locust invasions, prompting the countries in the region to unite efforts to improve early warning systems and implement effective measures to combat this pest. Among the species of locusts that pose the greatest danger are the Italian locust (Calliptamus italicus), the Moroccan locust (Dociostaurus maroccanus), and the Asian migratory locust (Locusta migratoria migratoria). These insects can form massive swarms, traveling
The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic continues to recruit applicants for training at the Academy of the State Committee for National Security named after Lieutenant General A. K. Bakaev and the Academy of the FSB of Russia. The press center of the state committee reported that the deadline for submitting documents has been extended to March 13, 2026. In an official statement, it is emphasized that this is done to create conditions for a more complete and competitive
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- On February 25, the fourth meeting of the Kyrgyz-British Business Council (KBBC) took place in London, attended by about 60 participants representing government bodies, businesses, and international organizations. The event was timed to coincide with the Foreign Ministers' Summit of the "Central Asia - United Kingdom" format (C5+1). From the Kyrgyz side, high-ranking officials participated in the meeting, including Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev, Chairman of the National
Photo 24.kg. Begaiym with her younger son Beknur Begaiym is a mother of three children whose life changed with the birth of her youngest son Beknur, who suffers from microcephaly and epilepsy. Instead of asking for help, she decided to develop an online business to provide for her family alongside her husband. Every purchase of her products is not only support for her efforts but also an investment in her children's future. Pregnancy and Early Challenges
He offered 100-gram bars of precious metal A man was detained in Kyrgyzstan for attempting to bribe an employee of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) by offering him gold. This was reported by the press service of the agency.
On February 25, a serious violation of maritime borders occurred: an American boat registered in Florida entered Cuban territorial waters and opened fire on border guards, according to the Cuban Ministry of the Interior. The incident took place near the El Pino Canal, located in the Villa Clara province. The crew of the boat began shooting when Cuban border guards approached the vessel. As a result of the clash, four people from the American boat were killed, and six others were injured. The
The wrestler from Kyrgyzstan, Orozobek Toktomambetov, became the silver medalist of the international tournament MUHAMET MALO-2026, which is taking place in the Albanian capital, Tirana, in the category up to 74 kg. According to the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, his performance began in the 1/8 finals, where he won against the Azerbaijani wrestler Kanan Heybatov with a score of 3:1.
A man has been detained in Kyrgyzstan for attempting to bribe an employee of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) by offering him two gold bars weighing 200 grams. This information was announced by the press service of the State National Security Committee. It has been revealed that the bribe was offered in order to obtain a favorable decision regarding a criminal case that is currently under investigation.
Despite the progress made in the area of land rights protection, over a billion people – nearly 25% of all adults – express concerns that they may lose their plots or homes within the next five years. This is stated in a report prepared with the support of the UN. Researchers emphasize that a more inclusive land rights policy is needed. Over the past 20 years, governments have developed both national and international frameworks regarding land policy, particularly in Africa and land tenure
These days, an international ranking tournament in freestyle wrestling is taking place in Albania. At the international freestyle wrestling tournament in Albania, athletes from Kyrgyzstan showcased excellent results, winning several medals, according to data published by United World Wrestling (UWW).
A draft of a new law titled "On Commodity Exchanges" has been presented to the Jogorku Kenesh, which is intended to replace the existing legislation on exchange trading that has been in effect since 1992. It outlines the basic rules for the operation of commodity exchanges, the procedure for participation in trading, and the system of state control. According to the proposed document, commodity exchanges will be established exclusively in the form of joint-stock companies and may
As of today, the drug tracking system in Kyrgyzstan covers 289 medical organizations and 1,965 pharmacies. The Department of Medicines and Medical Devices reported this data. As of January 30, 2026, the system has included 2,072 drug names. A total of 80,459,621 packages have been put into circulation, of which 25,023,558 packages have already been withdrawn from circulation.
Image from the internet. The ruble and yuan have set new price records As of February 26, the official exchange rate of the Chinese yuan has reached a new historical maximum. At the same time, the Russian ruble is confidently rising, updating its records since the beginning of 2026. The euro has slightly strengthened, while the Kazakh tenge has shown a decline. The exchange rate of the US dollar remains stable. This data was provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points. US
On February 25, 2026, in London, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, participated in a meeting of the Kyrgyz-British Business Council. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. Representatives from the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the Ministry of Finance, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, as well as participants from state and private
Today at the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the need to provide food for detainees held in temporary detention facilities (IVS). According to the parliamentarian, families of the detainees have approached her, expressing dissatisfaction that their loved ones are not receiving adequate nutrition in the IVS.
At the international ranking tournament MUHAMET MALO-2026 held in Tirana, Ernazar Akmataliev became the gold medalist in the weight category up to 70 kg. According to information provided by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Akmataliev began his path to victory from the 1/8 finals, where he achieved a tough victory over the Russian Ibrahim Ibrahimov, the reigning European champion, with a score of 4:3.
The General Prosecutor's Office reported the return of an illegally seized land plot in the Bazar-Korgon district to municipal ownership. During an inspection conducted by the district prosecutor's office, it was revealed that in 2006, a 9.2-hectare agricultural land plot located in the village of 1 Maya of the Kenesh rural administration was transferred into private hands in violation of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The resolution is timed to the fourth anniversary of the conflict The UN General Assembly marked the fourth anniversary of the start of hostilities in Ukraine by adopting a resolution aimed at supporting peace. This was reported by sources in the UN. 107 countries expressed support for the document, while 12 countries voted against it, and 51, including Kyrgyzstan, the USA, and China, chose to abstain from voting. The adopted resolution emphasizes the need to respect the independence,
The Cuban Coast Guard ship. Archive photo by Yamil Lage / AFP. According to information provided by the Cuban Ministry of the Interior, the incident occurred when a speedboat flying the flag of the U.S. state of Florida entered Cuban territorial waters. Border forces that arrived at the vessel for inspection came under fire from those on board, resulting in the commander of the Cuban boat being injured. In response, they opened fire. Events near CubaCuban authorities reported that the boat was
The National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan (NESC) has launched a tender for the purchase of gas-insulated switchgear designed for operation at voltages of 110 and 220 kilovolts. The total cost of the procurement will amount to 112 million soms. The company emphasized that these devices are necessary to enhance the reliability of high-voltage substations, as well as to strengthen the resilience of the energy system to potential emergency outages. Modernization of key nodes in the trunk networks
In the next three hours, as well as throughout the day on February 26, unstable weather is forecasted in Bishkek and the Chui region. According to information provided by the Hydrometeorology Service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic, wind speeds coming from the west may reach 15-20 meters per second.
Control over the activities of international and foreign non-governmental organizations in Mongolia is carried out by the country's Immigration Agency. This information was published in MiddleAsianNews. In accordance with its powers, the Agency revoked the licenses of six NGOs operating in Mongolia, which was done in accordance with the Regulation on the issuance, renewal, and revocation of permits, as well as oversight of the activities of branches of international and foreign
- According to the data, the manufacturing sector accounted for 79.7% of the total industrial production, with its output for 2025 amounting to 637.6 billion soms. The physical volume index increased compared to 2024 and reached 109.8%.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has updated the resolution regarding the establishment of the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Oil Company," which is under the management of the State Property Fund. These changes were recorded in a document dated February 10, 2026, under number 76. According to the new provisions, the following amendments have been made to the company's charter:
President Khurelsukh Ukhna sent his sincere congratulations to the Emir of Kuwait Mishaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah on the occasion of the country's National Day. In his address, the President of Mongolia also wished Sheikh Mishaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah health and happiness, and the people of Kuwait peace, prosperity, and further development.
A working meeting organized by Deputy Minister of Health Bakytbek Kadyraliev gathered representatives from the state corporation "Rosatom" and the National Center for Oncology and Hematology to discuss issues related to nuclear medicine. During the meeting, the current status of the project for establishing a Nuclear Medicine Center was reviewed, and the next steps were identified to help accelerate its implementation.
In the Itikawa Zoo, located in Chiba Prefecture, a baby Japanese macaque named Panch was born, but his mother rejected him immediately after birth. The zoo staff took on the responsibility of raising him, and to compensate for the lack of maternal care, they gifted him a soft toy - a plush orangutan, which became his faithful companion. From Loneliness to FriendshipAt first, Panch had difficulty communicating with other monkeys and often stayed on the sidelines. However, a video recently went
During the operation, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) of Kyrgyzstan detained D.R.E., born in 1978. This was reported by the press service of the agency. It has been established that the detainee intended to bribe a national security employee in order to influence the course of the criminal investigation. As a bribe, he offered two gold bars, weighing a total of 200 grams.
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh denies rumors about resigning his mandate Chyngyz Ajibayev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, denied reports that he intends to resign his mandate.
A draft resolution was presented in the Jogorku Kenesh proposing the establishment of a state educational benefit for the children of women awarded the "Batyr Ene" order. According to this document, students belonging to this category will be able to receive a 50% discount on tuition fees for contract-based education in higher educational institutions of Kyrgyzstan, regardless of their status or departmental affiliation. The benefit will apply to those pursuing their first higher
As of February 26, at 09:15, traffic on all mountain passes in the country has become possible, and the roads are open for vehicles. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, road enterprises under the ministry's jurisdiction are actively engaged in spreading inert materials on the roads and clearing them. All work is being carried out as usual.