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Rector Kudaiberdi Kozhobekov: OshSU - the flagship of higher education in Kyrgyzstan
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Rector Kudaiberdi Kozhobekov: OshSU - the flagship of higher education in Kyrgyzstan

In this interview with the rector of Osh State University, Kudayberdi Kozhobekov, we discuss key aspects of the Kyrgyz higher education system. The focus is on the peculiarities of our education, ranging from comparisons with the systems of neighboring countries such as Uzbekistan and China, to issues of reforms, credit models, and the significance of diplomas for graduates. Special attention is given to the development of the university: autonomy, scientific activity, partnerships with

02.02.2026, 18:44
Incidents

The Bailiff Service Collected Over One Million Som in Favor of the State Tax Service

The enforcement service operating under the General Prosecutor's Office successfully completed the process of collecting an amount exceeding one million soms in favor of the Tax Service. This was reported by the press service of the supervisory authority. The work on collecting the debt was carried out by the Suzak district department of the service, which concluded the enforcement proceedings against the LLC "Jasur-Komur" in the interests of the State Tax Service.

02.02.2026, 18:35
GKNB KR: Illegal missionary activities of a non-traditional religious movement have been suppressed in the territory of the city of Manas
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GKNB KR: Illegal missionary activities of a non-traditional religious movement have been suppressed in the territory of the city of Manas

Representatives of the organization "Furkan" planned to create one of the possible cells of an undesirable religious association in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. Thanks to the timely actions of the GKNB, this threat was successfully neutralized. The organizers and participants of the illegal missionary activity faced administrative fines, and measures are being taken to ensure compliance with the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Freedom of Conscience and Religious

02.02.2026, 18:34
Kyrgyzstan Initiated Consultations with the EU Against the Backdrop of Reports on Possible Sanctions
Politics

Kyrgyzstan Initiated Consultations with the EU Against the Backdrop of Reports on Possible Sanctions

Photo from the internet. Daniyar Amangeldiev The authorities of Kyrgyzstan announced the start of negotiations with the European Union following reports of possible sanctions against the country due to its support for Russia. First Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev stated in an interview with "Azattyk" that an online meeting with David O’Sullivan, the EU Commissioner for Sanctions, is expected in the coming days.

02.02.2026, 18:33
Society

The UN warns of the growing threats of AI to children

In recent years, there has been a sharp increase in dangerous content created using artificial intelligence on the internet. In light of this issue, UN structures have expressed an urgent need for measures to protect children from violence, exploitation, and psychological trauma. Cosmas Zavazava, Director of the Telecommunication Development Bureau of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), shared information about the multitude of threats facing children.

02.02.2026, 18:31
GDP is Growing, but Food Prices are Hitting the Wallet
Politics

GDP is Growing, but Food Prices are Hitting the Wallet

During the discussion at the meeting of the budget and finance committee of the parliament, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev proposed that the authorities reconsider the timeline for increasing contributions for alternative service. He suggested introducing a one-year moratorium on new tariffs, pointing out that the current inflation creates an unbearable financial burden for the population. Bekeshev noted that the sharp rise in the standard of living has already caused social tension, and now is not

02.02.2026, 18:30
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The Housing Committee approved the investment protection agreement with Italy in the first reading.

- On February 2, 2026, during a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration, there was a discussion and preliminary approval of the draft law "On the Ratification of the Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Italian Republic on the Promotion and Protection of Investments," which was signed on May 30, 2025, in Astana. The draft law was presented by Damirbek Bikulov, Deputy Director of the National Investment Agency

02.02.2026, 18:29
Society

The fate of the Kyrgyz woman detained in Iraq has become known

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has informed about the situation with A. B. Jenaliev, who was detained in Iraq, causing significant public interest. After information about her detention appeared on social media on November 7, 2025, the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kuwait promptly began to clarify the details of the case and provide consular and legal assistance.

02.02.2026, 18:23
Economy

Ministry of Agriculture: Suusamyr Pastures are Experiencing Overgrazing Due to Pressure from Several Regions

- The Suusamyr Valley, which serves as an important summer pasture, is experiencing high pressure on its territories due to its use by several regions of the country. This was reported on the radio by Natalia Kilyazova, head of the pasture and feed department of the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Animal Husbandry and Pastures under the Ministry of Agriculture. According to Kilyazova, Suusamyr is an important pasture for regions such as Chui, Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Naryn.

02.02.2026, 18:19
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In Manas, illegal missionary activities of a religious movement were suppressed

According to the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), this activity was organized by supporters of the "Furkan" movement, which criticizes the secular policies of states and actively supports Sharia. The agency established that this group planned to use the Jalal-Abad region as a testing ground for spreading its ideology and creating new cells in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan. Important measures taken by law enforcement agencies have allowed for the prevention of the

02.02.2026, 18:18
Society

"After all, there are those like me." The deputy criticized the consul general in Antalya for not knowing the state language.

Criticism from Bakasov was voiced during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on International Affairs, where the report of Koshonov on the work of the General Consulate was discussed. Deputy Burun Amanova noted that the video report of the consulate resembled a product created by the artificial intelligence ChatGPT. At the same time, Deputy Yrysbek Atazhanov praised the work of the consulate, pointing out the creation of good conditions for Kyrgyz citizens in Turkey and the successful

02.02.2026, 18:15
Incidents

In the Uzgen District, over half a million soms in alimony were collected

The Enforcement Service operating under the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan successfully collected 550,000 soms that were owed in the form of alimony. According to information provided by the Uzgen District Department of Enforcement Officers, the enforcement proceedings against K. Sh. G., a resident of the Ayil Okmotu Iiri-Suu, have been completed. He is obligated to pay alimony to K. K. I. for the support of his minor children, which amounts to one third of his income.

02.02.2026, 18:11
Incidents

Citizen of Kyrgyzstan detained in Iraq has returned to her homeland - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on the situation with citizen A.B. Jenalieva, who was detained in Iraq. This news has generated significant interest and discussion on social media. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, information about Jenalieva's detention became known on November 7, 2025, when details of the incident began to spread actively on the internet. In response, the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kuwait began to provide consular support and

02.02.2026, 18:10
Economy

The scientist believes that the spread of caragana is complex and requires a deep analysis of the causes of pasture degradation.

- The problem of the growth of the shrub Caragana in the pastures of Kyrgyzstan is complex and cannot be assessed merely as a negative phenomenon. This point of view was expressed by Dmitry Milko, a senior researcher at the Institute of Biology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic. In his opinion, the term "harm of talypozy" lacks clear biological boundaries and requires a deeper analysis of the ongoing changes.

02.02.2026, 18:10
Economy

Where did Kyrgyzstan allocate nearly 2.8 billion soms in 2025? — Membership fees to international organizations

- In accordance with order No. 1177-t, signed on December 31, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan updated the list of international organizations and integration associations to which the republic will make membership and contribution payments in 2025. The total amount of contributions provided for in the budget is 2 billion 747.4 million soms. The new list replaces the previous version approved in April 2025 and aims to simplify issues related to financing the country's

02.02.2026, 18:09
Incidents

The State Committee for National Security suppressed the illegal missionary activities of the "Furkan" movement in Manas.

In the Jalal-Abad region, in the city of Manas, the State National Security Committee (GKNB) thwarted illegal activities of followers of the religious movement "Furkan." This became known through a statement from the agency's press center. According to the provided information, a group of adherents of this movement was engaged in dawa, actively spreading ideas that contradict the principles of a secular state and openly support Sharia law. As a result of the operation, 20 people

02.02.2026, 18:08
Three People Detained in a Case of Extortion of 7 Million Som
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Three People Detained in a Case of Extortion of 7 Million Som

Law enforcement officers managed to stop a group of individuals engaged in large-scale extortion. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. It became known that a citizen named J.Z. approached the police with a written statement. He reported that two unknown individuals, introducing themselves as Hamza and Ali, demanded 7 million soms from him under the pretext of debts allegedly left by his deceased son, threatening violence in case of refusal.

02.02.2026, 18:05
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Reconstruction Work Continues on the Lebedinovka—GES-5 Highway

- The reconstruction work on the Lebedinovka — HES-5 road is ongoing, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. The project includes the creation of sidewalks, installation of lighting, as well as the expansion of the existing large bridge, and the construction of a pedestrian bridge.

02.02.2026, 18:02
The Housing Committee supported the bill to increase the contribution for alternative service.
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The Housing Committee supported the bill to increase the contribution for alternative service.

The bill "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic" was considered in the first reading by the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development. This project affects the Code on Non-Tax Revenues, the Code on Offenses, and the Law on Military Duty and Alternative Service. Talibek Sharshiev, the First Deputy Minister of Defense, explained that the purpose of the bill is to establish a fixed amount of contributions

02.02.2026, 18:02
Almost 10,000 capsules of psychotropic substances attempted to be imported from Kyrgyzstan to Uzbekistan
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Almost 10,000 capsules of psychotropic substances attempted to be imported from Kyrgyzstan to Uzbekistan

In the Uchkurpik district, officers of the State Security Service (SSS) detained a man who was attempting to illegally transport psychotropic drugs to Uzbekistan, with a total value of about 1 billion 320 million soms (over 7 million soms). The detention occurred immediately after he crossed the state border, reports Podrobno.uz. The incident took place in the Rishtan area when the man, having left Kyrgyzstan, was transporting a large batch of dangerous medications.

02.02.2026, 18:01
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Identified deficiencies on the Naryn–Oruktam highway will be addressed at the expense of the contracting company

- Defects have been identified on the Naryn–Oroktam highway, which will be corrected at the expense of the contracting organization. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to the agency, defects were discovered during construction work on the section from the 20th to the 23rd km of the Naryn–Oroktam road, and therefore the project has not been accepted by the ministry to date.

02.02.2026, 17:55
Documents in the Epstein Case Caused a Resonance in World Politics
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Documents in the Epstein Case Caused a Resonance in World Politics

Documents reveal Epstein's connections with world leaders. The disclosure of nearly three million documents related to the case of American financier Jeffrey Epstein has become an event that has attracted global attention. According to the contents of the documents, Epstein was allegedly part of a global blackmail scheme that involved political and business structures from various countries. Some authors of the publications suggest that Epstein may have had connections with foreign

02.02.2026, 17:50
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The Housing Committee approved in the first reading the temporary trade agreement of the EAEU with Mongolia

- On February 2, 2026, a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, during which the draft law "On the Ratification of the Temporary Trade Agreement between the Eurasian Economic Union and its Member States and Mongolia" was adopted in the first reading. This document was signed on June 27, 2025, in Minsk, Republic of Belarus. The purpose of this temporary trade agreement is to create conditions that promote mutual trade, as well as to reduce tariff and non-tariff

02.02.2026, 17:43
Society

Innovators of the SCO. Young Kyrgyzstanis are invited to the competition

In Kyrgyzstan, the selection of participants for the International Festival "100 Future Innovators of the SCO" has begun, which is scheduled for April 2026 in Tashkent (Uzbekistan). This was announced by the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to reports, the festival aims to support and develop innovative activities, as well as to identify and promote talented youth. It is designed to stimulate the scientific, technical, and

02.02.2026, 17:41
A round table titled "100 Years of the Kyrgyz ASSR: Experience and Prospects" was held in Bishkek.
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A round table titled "100 Years of the Kyrgyz ASSR: Experience and Prospects" was held in Bishkek.

At the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, at the Institute of History, Archaeology, and Ethnology named after B. Jamgerchinov, a scientific round table was held on the topic "100 Years of the Kyrgyz ASSR: Experience and Prospects." According to the press service of the president's administration, the event was chaired by the State Secretary of Kyrgyzstan, Arslan Koichiev.

02.02.2026, 17:39
A resident of Uzgen District paid alimony of half a million soms
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A resident of Uzgen District paid alimony of half a million soms

The General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that the bailiff service has successfully completed the process of collecting alimony in the amount of 550,000 soms. According to information from the department's press service, the enforcement proceedings for the collection of alimony from citizen K.Sh. G., residing in the rural municipality of Iiri-Suu, have been concluded in the Uzgen district. Payments were made in favor of K.k. I. to ensure the maintenance of the

02.02.2026, 17:37
Society

The Ministry of Economic Development does not plan to return payment for service in cafes and restaurants

During a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competitiveness, parliamentarians discussed the consequences of abolishing the additional service charge of 10-15% in restaurants and cafes. This decision has led to a rise in prices at establishments. Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Benazir Nurlanova reported on a recent meeting with the HoReCa association, emphasizing that establishment owners will provide

02.02.2026, 17:33
Health

All district and territorial hospitals will be standardized, - Minister of Health

The Minister of Health, Kanibek Dosmambetov, stated the need for the unification of all district and territorial hospitals while commenting on the situation during the handover of vehicles in the Naryn region for medical institutions organized by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). On February 2, Kamchybek Tashiev, the head of GKNB, handed over 20 vehicles to improve the transportation base of hospitals in the region, which will help eliminate the shortage of service vehicles.

02.02.2026, 17:30
Incidents

The Bishkek police explained why one of the owners of private driving schools was detained.

According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, the detention of one of the owners of a private driving school is related to an investigation aimed at identifying facts that contribute to the destabilization of the socio-political situation in the country. On January 27, during monitoring of social networks and internet platforms, a user with the nickname meder.tagaibekovich was discovered, who had publications aimed at discrediting the authorities of the

02.02.2026, 17:21
Xi Jinping proposes to make the yuan an international currency
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Xi Jinping proposes to make the yuan an international currency

Xi Jinping emphasized the need for a "powerful central bank" that could control monetary policy, as well as the creation of competitive financial institutions capable of attracting international capital and influencing global prices. As noted by the FT, the Chinese leader's words came against the backdrop of growing uncertainty in global financial markets. The weakening of the dollar's position, possible changes in the leadership of the U.S. Federal Reserve, and

02.02.2026, 17:11
Kamchybek Tashiev handed over 20 vehicles to medical workers in the Naryn region.
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Kamchybek Tashiev handed over 20 vehicles to medical workers in the Naryn region.

The transfer of vehicles is part of a program to improve the local healthcare system Kamchybek Tashiev, who holds the position of Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee, provided 20 modern service vehicles for medical workers in the Naryn region. This was reported by the press center of the State National Security Committee.

02.02.2026, 17:09
In Bishkek, the head of a driving school was detained for calls on social media.
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In Bishkek, the head of a driving school was detained for calls on social media.

A case of the dissemination of materials contributing to the destabilization of the social and political situation has been recorded in Bishkek. This was reported by the Main Internal Affairs Department of the capital. According to the information provided, on January 27, 2026, during the monitoring of internet resources and social networks, publications aimed at undermining the authority of the state bodies of the Kyrgyz Republic and exacerbating the socio-political situation in the country

02.02.2026, 17:05
Economy

The Head of the IMF Named 4 Factors of Global Economic Resilience

- According to Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), several key factors influence the resilience of the global economy, including private sector activity, the restrained impact of trade tensions, the growing significance of artificial intelligence, and government support measures for businesses and households. She expressed these thoughts during an interview at the World Economic Forum, where she also announced that the IMF has updated its

02.02.2026, 16:50
Bailiffs recovered over one million soms from LLC in favor of the State Tax Service
Economy

Bailiffs recovered over one million soms from LLC in favor of the State Tax Service

As a result of the work of the bailiff service under the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic, an amount of 1,035,694 soms was recovered in favor of the State Tax Service. This information was announced by representatives of the service. According to available data, the Suzak District Department completed the enforcement proceedings in the case of LLC "Jasur-Komur" based on the decision of the Suzak District Court issued on September 24, 2025. The amount to be

02.02.2026, 16:47
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan detained the head of a private driving school on suspicion of inciting "mass riots"
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan detained the head of a private driving school on suspicion of inciting "mass riots"

Medербек Tagaybek uulu, the head of the driving school "Driver Training Center," was detained and is now in custody for a month. This became known from sources in the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek, where a hearing on the case took place on January 30. Against Tagaybek uulu, the Investigative Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs opened a criminal case under part 3 of Article 278 of the Criminal Code, concerning active disobedience to lawful demands of authorities and

02.02.2026, 16:47
Society

The opening of the cable car in "Ala-Archa" is planned for mid-February.

The test operation of the new cable car in Ala-Archa National Park has begun. This was reported by the Kabar agency, citing the presidential administration. Currently, engineers from Doppelmayr, a recognized world leader in the design and maintenance of cable lifts, are conducting technical tests as part of the commissioning work. Final adjustments to the safety systems are being completed, and preparations for load testing are underway. At the same time, training is being provided for the

02.02.2026, 16:46
Society

Americans Increasingly Disapprove of Trump's Course - Survey Data

According to data published by the British publication The Economist, Donald Trump's approval rating during his second presidential term has fallen to a record low. This data was obtained from a survey conducted by YouGov at the link. In the survey, only 38 percent of respondents expressed a positive opinion about the president's performance, while 56 percent expressed dissatisfaction.

02.02.2026, 16:41