Kyrgyzstan Identified Water Security as a Key Global Issue at the World Government Summit

At the World Government Summit in Dubai, Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, spoke at a ministerial roundtable. In his speech, Torobaev noted that humanity is facing numerous challenges related to climate, water resources, food, and the social sphere. In such conditions, it is necessary to transition to comprehensive and long-term risk management to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.

Re-export of new passenger cars from Kyrgyzstan to Russia has sharply decreased

According to an analysis conducted by the Russian analytical agency "Autostat," 23.9 thousand new passenger cars were imported into Russia in January of this year. The share of Kyrgyzstan in the total volume of new passenger car imports to Russia decreased from 18.5% in December to 13.1% in January 2023.

Imandos Bektenov won a silver medal at the Asian Shooting Championship

At the Asian Shooting Championship, which is taking place in New Delhi from February 2 to 14, Kyrgyzstani Imandos Bektenov won a silver medal. According to the Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, 385 athletes from 19 countries are participating in the competition, competing in three age categories. Kyrgyzstan is represented by 16 athletes and 3 coaches.

Kasymaliev proposed that the UAE sovereign fund invest in Kyrgyzstan

The discussion focused on logistics, energy, raw materials, and digital infrastructure The head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaiev, addressed the UAE sovereign investment fund, Emirates Investment Authority, with a proposal for potential investment in the country's economy.

At the GU "Kyzmat," they explained how to change your full name online

The State Institution "Kyzmat" informs about the possibility of online submission of an application for changing surname, first name, and patronymic. To submit an application, it is necessary to provide the following information:

An interuniversity exhibition of designers' works will be held in Bishkek.

On February 6, the V Republican Inter-University Exhibition of Designers' Works will take place in Bishkek, organized by the Public Association "Union of Designers of the Kyrgyz Republic" with the support of the Ministry of Culture. This was reported by the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. Photo of the Fine Arts Museum

Investors Show Interest in Solar Panel Projects in Kyrgyzstan – Ministry of Energy

During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, plans for launching solar panel production in Kyrgyzstan were discussed. During the discussion, Deputy Altynbek Kylchbaev asked about the current status of work on establishing such enterprises in the country. Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov responded that there are currently no solar panel manufacturing plants in the republic, but work in this area has already begun.

The Union of Journalists GAP awarded the Secretary General of the OTG Omuraliyev

Omuraliyev expressed gratitude for this high recognition, noting in his message: “I sincerely thank them for this significant acknowledgment of our joint efforts to strengthen unity, cooperation, and development of the Turkic world” on social network X.

Imported case of chikungunya fever identified in Russia

According to Rospotrebnadzor, a woman with a confirmed diagnosis returned to Moscow after a vacation in the Seychelles. This information was reported by the TASS agency. After arriving in the country, she was hospitalized, and tests confirmed the presence of the chikungunya virus.

The GNS has launched a campaign for tax declaration submission. It will take place in two stages.

A new campaign for the submission of the unified tax declaration for the year 2025 has been launched in Kyrgyzstan, organized by the State Tax Service. The campaign will take place in two stages: legal entities, as well as state and municipal employees, must submit their declarations by April 1, while individuals and individual entrepreneurs have until May 1.

Import of raw cane sugar into Kyrgyzstan is exempt from customs duties

The exemption for the import of raw cane sugar will be in effect until December 31, 2026, allowing the import of up to 20,000 tons of the product without paying duties. To take advantage of this customs exemption, a document confirming the industrial purpose of the raw sugar must be provided. It should specify both the importers and the processing enterprises using this product.

The Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan discussed investment cooperation with the Emirates Investment Authority

- During the meeting held at the World Government Summit, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the head of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Mohammed Hamad Al-Mehair, the Executive Director of the Emirates Investment Authority, discussed the prospects for bilateral investment cooperation, as reported by the government press service. The Kyrgyz side confirmed its readiness to provide the fund with information on key projects in areas such as transport and logistics infrastructure, energy,

"Breaking It Down - No Brains Needed": Residents Ask Not to Demolish the History of the Osh Market

The city hall published a list of those eligible for land amnesty in the Lenin District

The implementation of the land amnesty continues in Bishkek, based on the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers dated May 31, 2022, No. 291, which defines the procedure for conducting this amnesty. According to the information provided by the city hall, the formation of lists of property owners who can take advantage of the land amnesty in the Lenin district has now been completed.

Free or Paid? What Kanaybek Tumanbayev Answered to the Traders of the Osh Market

Today, a meeting took place at the Osh market with the participation of entrepreneurs and representatives of the authorities On February 4, a meeting was held at the Osh market, attended by Kanibek Tumanbaev, head of the presidential administration. During the discussion, important issues regarding the relocation of the Osh market to a new site were raised. One of the key points was the discussion of the necessity of purchasing trading spaces at the new market.

In the State Duma, the bill "On Breeding in Animal Husbandry" was adopted in the second reading

- At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh today, February 4, deputies reviewed the draft Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Breeding in Animal Husbandry of the Kyrgyz Republic" in its second reading. The presentation of the draft law was conducted by the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliyev.

Kamchybek Tashiev handed the keys to the house to the village mullah

On February 4, the press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR) reported that Kamchybek Tashiev handed over the keys to a new house to Turdubai Kozhoshev, who has served as a mullah in one of the villages of Kyrgyzstan for 17 years. Kozhoshev began constructing his home, but due to financial difficulties, his project was halted. As a result, local residents turned to the head of the GKNB, who took the situation under personal control and decided to

Cryptocurrencies Lost $467 Billion Worldwide in a Week

Bitcoin alone lost more than 2.5 billion dollars.

"«The Role of Kyrgyzstan is Growing Above All». Analysts Assess the Investment Attractiveness of Central Asia for China"

- The analysis of the investment climate in Central Asia shows that Kyrgyzstan is becoming increasingly important for China, according to the latest report from the EDB (2026). In the first half of 2025, China initiated 25 new investment projects in the Eurasian region, with a total value of nearly $900 million. As of mid-2025, the total number of projects increased from 171 in 2023 to 213.

Elon Musk Sets Historic Record: Net Worth Exceeds $850 Billion

Photo from the internet. Elon Musk Elon Musk, founder of SpaceX and xAI, has become the first person in history whose net worth exceeded $800 billion, according to Forbes. As of February 4, 2026, the entrepreneur's wealth was estimated at $852.5 billion according to Forbes Real-Time Billionaires.

The Deputy Head of the Cabinet answered why the USA and Central Asia need the "V5+1" format.

At the business forum "B5 +1" in Bishkek, the First Deputy Prime Minister, Daniyar Amangeldiev, emphasized that the "B5+1" format will facilitate the implementation of agreements reached at the summit of Central Asian leaders and the USA in 2025. He noted that specific projects and partnerships will be implemented to achieve the set goals.

Kyrgyz Horses to be Registered and Export Ban Imposed

The draft law on state control in the field of breeding livestock is being discussed in the Jogorku Kenesh During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh, the second reading of the draft law aimed at strengthening state control over breeding livestock, including the export of animals, is taking place.

Violations Detected at Construction Sites of Schools and Kindergartens in Osh Region

Violations were identified at the construction sites of schools and kindergartens in the Osh region. This information was provided by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. Specialists conducted inspections of the following facilities:

The film "Kurak" won three awards at the film festival in France

At the XXXII International Festival of Asian Cinema held in Vesoul, the film "Kurak" was awarded three prizes, as reported by the Film Development Fund. According to information from the organizers, the film won the Grand Prix of the international jury, as well as awards from critics and the jury of the Lyceen higher school.

Kyrgyzstanis flew to South Korea for work

They were employed under the EPS program As part of the intergovernmental employment permit system (EPS), the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration of Kyrgyzstan announced the departure of a new group of workers to South Korea.

Chuy PES invested 657 million soms in the repair and reconstruction of networks in 2025

- In 2025, the Chui Electric Networks Enterprise successfully carried out major and current repairs, as well as the reconstruction of energy networks, reported Maksat Duyshykeev, head of the production and technical department. The enterprise is responsible for:

A 16-Year-Old Girl Has Gone Missing in the Issyk-Ata District

Photo of relatives Ulyana Grishchenko, a 16-year-old girl, has gone missing in the Issyk-Ata district. According to the local police department, she left her home on February 3 and has not returned since. According to information from relatives, Ulyana left her residence at the following address: Kant city, Dachnaya Street, 14. It is important to note that she did not take her phone with her — it was left at home. She was last seen near the "Alamedin" market.

Elon Musk became the first person in history whose net worth exceeded $800 billion

Before the merger, Musk owned approximately 42% of SpaceX shares, which were valued at $336 billion, based on a recent tender offer that set the company's value at $800 billion. Additionally, he held about 49% of xAI shares, valued at $122 billion, according to a recent funding round that valued the company at $250 billion. After the merger, which valued SpaceX at $1 trillion and xAI at $250 billion, Forbes reports that Musk now owns 43% of the new company, which is valued at $542

The Jogorku Kenesh approved a $20 million loan for clean water

Previously, the republic received $180 million as part of the water supply program. At the conclusion of the discussion process, the Jogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan approved the loan agreement with the OPEC Fund for International Development in the third and final reading.

Casino Only for Foreigners: Kazakhstan Tries to Repeat the Singapore Trick

Kazakhstan is striving to replicate Singapore's successful experience in creating gambling zones, but risks facing a failure similar to that of Macau, as noted by the publication "Vremya". Cautious Investment Attraction The Ministry of Tourism and Sports of Kazakhstan is actively discussing the creation of new gambling zones, which local residents will not be able to enter. The aim of this step is to attract foreign investments while minimizing the risks associated with gambling

Meteorologists promise a week of rain and cold. Weather forecast for Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan

Weather in Bishkek February 5, Thursday The temperature at night will range from 0 to +2 °C, with cloudy weather.

The situation with the oncology service remains critical, - deputy

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulnara Baatyrova reported on the serious situation in the field of oncology services. On February 4, the world observes World Cancer Day. As part of the preparations for this event, a meeting was held on February 3 at the Oncology Center, dedicated to analyzing the problems and current state of the service.

In the city of Karakol, L. Tolstoy Street has been renamed in honor of a former parliament deputy.

In Karakol, the street named after Leo Tolstoy has been renamed to honor Abdysh Moldakunov. This decision was made at the XVI session of the city council. Abdysh Moldakunov's son, Ermek Abdyshov, reported that his father, born in 1941, raised four children. He began his career in 1963 after graduating from the Frunze Polytechnic Institute and held various leadership positions in the transportation sector in the Issyk-Kul and Talas regions for many years.

In Talas, a driver without a license was fined 30,000 soms

In the Talas region, a driver was fined for operating a vehicle without having a driver's license. According to information provided by the Traffic Police Department of the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, the absence of a driver's license while operating a vehicle violates the law and poses a serious danger to road safety. This can lead to accidents and harm both drivers and pedestrians.

GNS: Until March 1, 2026, it is possible to legalize jewelry made of precious metals without primary documents

According to the new initiative, during the legalization period, reduced rates of assay fees for testing and hallmarking of the items to be legalized are provided: – for gold, platinum, and palladium jewelry, both domestic and foreign production (including used items) — 10 soms for each item;

A High-Ranking Trump Associate, Originally from the USSR, Arrives in Bishkek

A business forum "B5+1" is taking place in Bishkek, where representatives of the political and business elite of the USA and Central Asia have gathered. As part of this forum, Sergio Gor, the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, arrived in Kyrgyzstan. He held a meeting with the country's president, Sadyr Japarov, and gave a press conference for local media.

The deputy proposed to expand free health insurance for students until they graduate from university.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova proposed the initiative to extend free medical insurance to all students enrolled in full-time education until the completion of their studies at universities. Currently, such insurance is provided only to students under 21 years old who are studying in a full-time program.

A new round of trilateral negotiations between Russia, Ukraine, and the USA has begun in Abu Dhabi.

Umerov reported that "the negotiation process has begun in a trilateral format — Ukraine, the USA, and Russia. After this, work is planned in specialized groups, and then a repeated joint synchronization of positions will be conducted." This information was also confirmed by a source from the Russian state agency TASS.

TO THE ORT - through a smartphone. The Ministry of Education launches a free app for students.

The Ministry of Education has announced the creation of a free application that will help students prepare for the nationwide testing. Today, February 4, a discussion of this project took place at the ministry, with the aim of providing equal access to test materials for all students in the country.

Deputy on the introduction of arrest for alimony debtors: Will half of the men in Kyrgyzstan be detained?

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, Deputy Kubanychbek Samakov expressed the opinion that if arrests of alimony debtors begin, there will not be enough places in temporary detention facilities in the country. Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva noted that the draft law implies punishment for evading alimony payments based on a court decision if the debt exceeds three consecutive months or one year. In this case, an arrest for three days is provided.

Taxes, Sanctions, and Refineries: What Will Happen to Gas Prices in Russia in 2026

At the beginning of February this year, wholesale fuel prices decreased by more than 1.5%. This occurred against the backdrop of the authorities' decision to extend the partial ban on the export of petroleum products, which, according to experts, helps to retain additional volumes of fuel in the country and reduces the risks of shortages during periods of high demand. Previously, fuel shortages had caused sharp price increases. Forecasts for price changes in 2026 are currently diverging.

Tumanbaev: A park will be established at the site of the Osh market

On February 4, the head of the President's Office of Kyrgyzstan, Kanbek Tumanbaev, met with entrepreneurs from the Osh market, where he detailed the upcoming relocation and the future of the freed-up space. He noted that a modern park will be created on the territory of one of the largest bazaars in the country, and a new medical facility is planned to be built at the site of the "Kiyal" market.

The Kyrgyzstan national team will compete at the Asian Games in Japan

The Olympic football team of Kyrgyzstan (U-23) will participate in the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. The Summer Asian Games are scheduled to take place from September 19 to October 4 in Nagoya and Aichi Prefecture.

Central Asia as a Unified Region Has Significant Natural and Infrastructure Resources, - Head of the State Committee for Investments of Tajikistan

- The head of the State Committee for Investments and State Property Management of Tajikistan noted that Central Asia is a self-sufficient region with great opportunities for economic partnership with the United States. This statement was made on February 4 at a press conference in Bishkek as part of the B5+1 business forum. Rahimzoda Sultan Nurmakhmadpur emphasized that the region possesses not only natural resources but also developed infrastructure. According to him, interaction in the

Meirim Kavazova is of Turkish nationality, raised in Kyrgyzstan, and fluent in the Kyrgyz language.

22-year-old Meerim Kavazova, a representative of the Turkish nationality, is fluent in the Kyrgyz language and has achieved success in language competitions. A Turmush correspondent conducted an interview with her.

Cattle Prices Rise in Batken: A Bull Brought to the Market for 280,000 Som

In recent days, prices for cattle in the Batken region have increased by 10–15 thousand soms. This data was obtained during a price monitoring conducted by a Turmush correspondent. Additionally, livestock breeders report that the prices for sheep and goats have risen by an average of 3–4 thousand soms. The prices for livestock depend on the age, breed, and condition of the animals.

"At Least 40 Thousand". Why Rental Prices in Bishkek Have Detached from Reality

It's difficult to find an apartment in Bishkek that can be rented for less than 40,000 soms per month. With an average salary of 55,000 soms (according to the National Statistics Committee), it turns out that a significant portion of citizens' income goes solely towards housing costs. There is less and less money left for living expenses, including food and transportation. Current Rental PricesThe rental market in Bishkek, according to realtors, is most active in the segment of

Jewelry without primary documents in the Kyrgyz Republic can still be legalized (deadlines, nuances)

Legalization of jewelry that was imported or produced earlier and lacks primary documents can be done until March 1, 2026. The press service of the State Tax Service (STS) of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that until this date, entrepreneurs can also obtain exemption from liability and become tax agents. This initiative aims to improve the management of the turnover of jewelry, create more transparent conditions for doing business, and reduce the administrative burden on conscientious taxpayers.