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Society

In Kyrgyzstan, the progress of the administrative-territorial reform will be analyzed

In Kyrgyzstan, the process of studying the progress of the administrative-territorial reform has begun. Esenbek Togonbaev, the head of the State Agency for State Service and Local Self-Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, shared this information on the air of "Birinchi Radio." As Togonbaev noted, the main goal of the reform is to improve the living conditions of citizens and the quality of services provided at the local level. It is also intended to optimize management, consolidate

04.02.2026, 11:50
Deputy Sulaymanov responded to accusations of populism over driver's licenses
Society

Deputy Sulaymanov responded to accusations of populism over driver's licenses

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the parliamentarian linked criticism on social media to the actions of the executive branch Kunduzbek Su laymanov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, responded to criticism on social media, where he is accused of populism due to his statements against extending the training period for obtaining a driver's license to 10 months.

04.02.2026, 11:45
Economy

The State "Aiyl Bank" Will Change Its Name

As a result of an extraordinary shareholders' meeting held on February 2, OJSC "Aiyl Bank" decided to update its name to "ABank". Information about this came from the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. The main aspect of the meeting was the approval of a new version of the charter in connection with the upcoming renaming of the bank.

04.02.2026, 11:45
Exclusive

Indira Sharshenova appointed director of the State Enterprise "Single Window Center" in foreign trade, replacing Tilek Asanov

- Indira Sharshenova has been appointed as the director of the state enterprise "Single Window Center" in the field of foreign trade, which is under the jurisdiction of the State Customs Service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. This decision was made by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev.

04.02.2026, 11:43
Attention! Avalanche danger expected at Ala-Bel Pass and in Chychkan Gorge
Incidents

Attention! Avalanche danger expected at Ala-Bel Pass and in Chychkan Gorge

Due to the avalanche hazard situation in Kyrgyzstan, on February 4, snow avalanches and snow drifts are forecasted in mountainous areas. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the most hazardous area is the Bishkek-Osh highway (198–255 km), including the Ala-Bel pass and the Chychkan gorge. Additionally, ice and snow accumulation on the roads is expected.

04.02.2026, 11:40
Incidents

A Fight Occurred in the Park in Kara-Suu

An incident occurred in the Kara-Sui district, during which a group of young people engaged in a fight in one of the parks. According to information provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region, three people have already filed statements regarding this incident. Information about the event has been registered at the Kara-Sui district internal affairs department, and a preliminary investigation has now been initiated. The results of the investigation will

04.02.2026, 11:38
Netflix and Warner Bros. are struggling to defend their merger
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Netflix and Warner Bros. are struggling to defend their merger

At a meeting on Tuesday, members of the U.S. Senate antitrust subcommittee from both parties expressed their concerns about potential decreases in competition, rising prices, and negative impacts on theaters if the merger is approved. The current deal under review by the U.S. Department of Justice would give Netflix control over Warner Bros. studios and the HBO Max streaming service.

04.02.2026, 11:38
Exclusive

More than 50 American companies participate in the B5+1 business forum in Bishkek (list)

- On February 4, a two-day business forum B5+1 began in Bishkek, bringing together representatives from the governments of five Central Asian countries, a delegation from the USA, as well as leading international companies, financial institutions, and experts. The main topics of discussion focus on improving the business climate and investment attractiveness of the region. The agenda of the forum includes agriculture, transport and logistics, the tourism sector, the financial sector, e-commerce

04.02.2026, 11:36
Exclusive

The deputy reported on the issues of gasification in Osh

- At the plenary session, Bekmurza Ergeshov reported on the gas supply situation in some areas of Osh on February 4, 2026. Residents of several streets have independently laid gas pipelines to their homes; however, despite this, gas is not being supplied to their residences, and they are forced to continue using coal for heating. Furthermore, according to the deputy, the issues with gasification also affect residents of neighboring microdistricts.

04.02.2026, 11:34
The export potential of the Altai Republic was presented in Kyrgyzstan
Politics

The export potential of the Altai Republic was presented in Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan and the Altai Republic have begun a new chapter in their trade and economic relations. This week, Vladimir Poletaev, Deputy Chairman of the Government of the Altai Republic and the authorized representative of the region in Moscow, arrived in Kyrgyzstan on a working visit. The main goal of his visit was to strengthen foreign economic ties and facilitate the promotion of Altai producers' products in the Kyrgyz market.

04.02.2026, 11:32
Society

Deputy: 17 families left without housing due to prolonged construction of the Ministry of Internal Affairs building

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, a deputy reported that she had been approached by pensioners of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, widows of deceased employees, as well as those who had been dismissed due to health reasons. She noted that the construction of a house for the ministry's employees began in 2016 and was supposed to be completed in 2020; however, it was actually commissioned only in the summer of 2023, when many of those who had appealed were no longer in

04.02.2026, 11:31
A patient died due to abuse at a rehabilitation center - a deputy
Society

A patient died due to abuse at a rehabilitation center - a deputy

This case concerns the private narcological institution "Path to Life". At a parliamentary session, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Suyunbek Omurzakov reported on a tragic incident at the rehabilitation center "Path to Life," which had previously been mentioned in materials from the State Committee for National Security. According to him, one of the patients died as a result of abuse in this institution.

04.02.2026, 11:31
Society

The deputy proposes to inspect all rehabilitation centers

Suyunbek Omurzakov requested a check of all rehabilitation centers in the country. At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, he noted that the GKNB uncovered a scheme where, under the guise of treatment for alcohol and drug addiction, violence was actually being used, and each patient brought the center 80,000 soms a month.

04.02.2026, 11:30
Bishkek Schoolchildren Competed in Toguz Korgool
Sports

Bishkek Schoolchildren Competed in Toguz Korgool

From January 26 to 31, Bishkek hosted the city stage of the school league competitions in toguz korgool, which included the winners of the district tournaments. According to information provided by the city administration, 16 schoolchildren who placed in the top three from four districts of the capital participated in this stage.

04.02.2026, 11:25
Transfer of the special school for the blind. Officials promise to consider parents' suggestions.
Society

Transfer of the special school for the blind. Officials promise to consider parents' suggestions.

Recently, a meeting dedicated to the project of a new boarding school for children with visual impairments was attended by high-ranking officials, including the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, her First Deputy Mukhtarbek Baymurzaev, as well as the Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture and Housing and Communal Services Bakay Turdugulov and the Deputy Mayor of Bishkek Victoria Mozgacheva. The discussion focused on the planned construction in the village of Tash-Dobo. Bakay

04.02.2026, 11:24
Incidents

Suspects in Major Fraud Detained

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of suspects involved in fraud that caused significant damage. On June 21, 2025, a resident of the village of Luxembourg filed a complaint with the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata District. He reported that at the end of January 2025, a citizen I.A. along with accomplices deceitfully took possession of his apartment. They subsequently registered the property in their name and resold

04.02.2026, 11:18
Exclusive

The deputy requests to repair the road in Talas

On February 4, 2026, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov expressed concern about the consequences of the reconstruction of the Suusamyr — Talas — Taraz highway during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to him, the modernization of this route has negatively affected the condition of local roads in the surrounding settlements. In particular, he pointed out the road connecting the village of Ak-Dobo in the Bakai-Ata district of the Talas region. This road had previously been repaired with the

04.02.2026, 11:15
Ecology

The Ministry of Natural Resources and KOICA Discussed a $10 Million Project to Improve Air Quality

On February 2, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Nature, attended by Minister Meder Mashiev and Deputy Minister Asel Raimkulova, as well as representatives of the delegation from the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, the project aimed at improving air quality was discussed, which will be implemented in 2026–2028 in the territory of Bishkek and the Chui region.

04.02.2026, 11:15
Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh urged not to criticize deputies for their expressed opinions
Society

Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh urged not to criticize deputies for their expressed opinions

The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh emphasized that deputies represent the interests of their constituents In the context of discussing the initiative to extend the training period for obtaining a driver's license to 10 months, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, defended the deputies. He noted that criticism from the executive branch towards parliamentarians is unacceptable, as deputies represent the people and convey the opinions of their constituents. “Deputies

04.02.2026, 11:13
The GNS has launched a campaign for tax declaration submission
Economy

The GNS has launched a campaign for tax declaration submission

According to the press service of the GNS, the campaign for submitting declarations will take place in two stages. The first stage will end on April 1, when legal entities, as well as state and municipal employees, must submit their declarations. The second stage will last until May 1, during which individuals and individual entrepreneurs are required to submit their declarations.

04.02.2026, 11:11
Exclusive

The Jogorku Kenesh has completed the ratification of the OPEC loan for water supply

- During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 4, a bill concerning the ratification of a loan agreement with the OPEC Fund for International Development was adopted. This document is related to the program "Universal Access to Water Supply and Sanitation (Phase 1)," which was signed in Bishkek on September 23, 2025. The initiator of this bill was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.

04.02.2026, 11:08
In Chui Region, suspects in fraud have been detained
Incidents

In Chui Region, suspects in fraud have been detained

On June 21, 2025, a citizen, Sh. V., born in 1981, residing in the village of Luxembourg, approached the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district. He submitted a written statement requesting measures to be taken against citizen I. A. and her unidentified accomplices, who, according to him, in late January 2025, acted with selfish intentions and deceitfully took possession of his apartment. This was reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chuy

04.02.2026, 11:06
How and When to Submit the Unified Tax Declaration for 2025
Economy

How and When to Submit the Unified Tax Declaration for 2025

The State Tax Service has announced the start of the campaign for the collection of the unified tax declaration for 2025. According to information from the agency, the process of submitting declarations 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.

04.02.2026, 11:04
World

Aliyev and Pashinyan met in Abu Dhabi

Ilham Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan, and Nikol Pashinyan, the Prime Minister of Armenia, held a meeting in Abu Dhabi. The expanded list of participants is confirmed by a report from the state agency AZERTADJ. No information has yet been received regarding the topics of discussion or other details of the meeting.

04.02.2026, 11:02
Alexander Ovechkin surpassed Sergei Fedorov in the number of assists in the NHL
Sports

Alexander Ovechkin surpassed Sergei Fedorov in the number of assists in the NHL

In a recent NHL regular season game against the New York Islanders, held at Capital One Arena in Washington, Alexander Ovechkin made an assist, bringing his total number of assists to 821, including playoffs. This achievement allowed him to surpass Sergei Fedorov, who ended his career with 820 assists, and secure the 50th place on the list of the best assist leaders in league history.

04.02.2026, 11:01
Society

WHO: Up to 40 percent of cancer cases can be prevented

According to a recent global study conducted by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer, 40% of cancer cases can be prevented. This analysis covers data from 185 countries and 36 types of cancer. The study examined 30 avoidable risk factors, such as smoking, excessive alcohol consumption, high body mass index, low physical activity, as well as exposure to polluted air and ultraviolet radiation.

04.02.2026, 11:00
KOICA to Allocate Up to $10 Million for Air Quality Improvement in Kyrgyzstan
Society

KOICA to Allocate Up to $10 Million for Air Quality Improvement in Kyrgyzstan

In the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, a discussion was held on an initiative aimed at improving air quality. This project, which will be implemented from 2026 to 2028 in Bishkek and the Chui region, will receive grant financial support from the government of the Republic of Korea amounting to up to $10 million, as reported by the ministry's press service.

04.02.2026, 10:59
Natural Resources - to the People of Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Natural Resources - to the People of Kyrgyzstan

Recently, a round table was held in Bishkek on the topic "Global Trends in Central Asia: From Security Provision to the Extraction of Critical Minerals." The event was organized by the Expert Initiatives Center "Oiy Ordo" in collaboration with the Council for Sustainable Development in the Context of Climate Change under the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic.

04.02.2026, 10:58
Ecology

Deputy of the Bishkek City Council proposes to simplify the procedure for cutting down dead trees in Bishkek

At a joint meeting of the factions "Emgek" and "Zhańy Kүch," Deputy Erkinbek Salymbekov raised issues related to the cutting down of dry trees and the fines for illegal logging. The deputy addressed a representative of "Bishkekzelenhoz" to find out what the fines are for unauthorized logging. In response, the representative of the agency noted that the amount of the fine depends on the species of the tree and its diameter, and calculations are made using a special

04.02.2026, 10:55