On January 23, 2026, the National Bank updated its official exchange rates against the Kyrgyz som. According to information published by the regulator, the following rates were established:
Today, a meeting lasting 3.5 hours took place in the Kremlin between the President of Russia and a US delegation, which included the special envoy of the US head Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner.
- In Kyrgyzstan, raid activities aimed at monitoring construction sites have intensified. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. As part of these activities, the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the State Architectural and Construction Control conducted an unscheduled inspection.
The Kyrgyzstan U-20 ice hockey team achieved its fourth victory at the third division World Championship (Group B), currently taking place in Bishkek. After the match on January 22, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, met with the players of the national team of Kyrgyzstan.
During the discussion, Deputy Aisarakhan Abdibaeva raised questions about preferences for companies operating in the field of renewable energy sources (RES), as well as the procedure for allocating land plots for the installation of RES facilities and the conditions for implementing projects in this area. Deputy Kunduzbek Sulaymanov pointed out that the proposed changes could help in partially repaying the debts of the energy sector, which currently amounts to 25 billion soms.
An accident has been recorded in Bishkek, resulting in damage to the city's infrastructure, as reported by blogger Aibek Seydaliev. According to his information, the incident occurred on Sadigaliyev Street at the intersection with Leo Tolstoy Street. At the moment the truck was moving, two pedestrians suddenly ran onto the roadway. The driver, trying to avoid tragedy, sharply turned to the side.
During the meeting, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed serious concerns regarding the corruption risks associated with the selection of subcontractors. He emphasized the need for more transparent interaction between state enterprises and the private sector. Also during the discussion, Deputy Suyunbek Omurzakov clarified that according to Article 2, Paragraph 5 of the law on public procurement, changes to this law can be made no more than once a year.
On January 22, a working meeting was held in the Talas region dedicated to issues of preventing traffic accidents and enhancing road safety. The event was attended by the Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Talas region, Maksat Baizhigitov, the Deputy Head of the Talas Region Internal Affairs Department, Police Colonel Asrol Tantieff, as well as the Deputy Head of the Road Safety Department of the Talas Region Internal Affairs Department, Police
On January 23, in the village of Maevka, located in Bishkek, employees of the Public Security Service of the GOM-8 of the First Mai District Police Department conducted an operation aimed at curbing illegal trade in petroleum products (PP). During the raid on Molodaya Gvardiya Street, several trading points were identified. Some of the sellers were selling gasoline from cars in plastic containers.
On the Bishkek - Osh highway, there are heavy snowfalls, fog, and icy conditions, especially in the area of the Too-Ashuu pass. Additionally, on the bypass roads of the Issyk-Ata and Kemin districts, as well as in mountainous areas, there is a deterioration in driving conditions, reports the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region. In this regard, the agency reminds of the importance of adhering to traffic rules before starting a trip.
Nuray Serikbay In Shymkent, a city with a population of one million, a criminal investigation has been initiated against police officers following the murder of Nuray Serikbay, a 21-year-old local resident, as reported by Tengrinews.kz based on information from Sanjar Adilov, the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs. According to Adilov, law enforcement officers are suspected of negligence.
On January 23, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported serious violations of legislation in the Talas region related to the illegal use of forest fund lands. According to the investigative committee, a corruption scheme was organized in 2022–2023 by a group of individuals, including the akim of the Bakai-Ata district A.B.M., who previously held the position of head of the Talas regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and
According to information from the National Center for Cultural Heritage, this memorandum opens up opportunities for the implementation of a joint project focused on the ancient monuments of the Turkic Khaganate in the Tuul River valley. The project will pay special attention to aspects such as ethnoarchaeology, climate change, as well as the preservation and protection of historical and cultural heritage. An important element will be risk management. The project, which is planned to be
Seitek Jumakadyrov uulu, the director of the consular department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with Remy Duflo, the head of the European Union delegation in Kyrgyzstan. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Photo from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Mahabat Mavlyanova, organized a meeting with experts and specialists in the field of organic agriculture. This was reported by the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh. During the event, the current status and possible pathways for the development of organic farming in Kyrgyzstan were discussed, as well as the key challenges faced by farmers.
According to the decree of President Sadyr Japarov, from January 15 of this year, a temporary national campaign will begin in Kyrgyzstan for the free replacement of driver's licenses issued without an expiration date for new samples. This is reported in the materials from the head of state's office. The campaign will operate "until the authorized state body decides to conclude the national campaign," as stated in the document.
International media and agencies have provided updated information on events occurring in Ukraine and beyond, in the context of ongoing conflicts. Here are the key points. A frozen power plant in Ukraine. Photo by Roman Baluk / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. In Kyiv, there is still a shortage of heating following attacks on energy infrastructure by Russia. As of January 22, the city's mayor Vitali Klitschko reported that about 3,000 residential high-rise buildings remain without heat. Emergency
The competition, which took place over two days, gathered more than 120 athletes from various sports committees and clubs in Ulaanbaatar, as well as from the provinces of Orkhon, Darkhan-Uul, Khentii, and Arkhangai. The athletes competed in eight weight categories for both men and women. This was the 72nd championship for men and the 22nd for women, starting with the lightest categories. The championship opened with the competition in the women's weight category up to 48 kg, where nine
The event, which will be held for the 14th time, aims to develop specialized tourism, extend the season, increase the flow of tourists during the winter period, and promote active and healthy leisure. The festival also seeks to popularize the unique traditions and cultural heritage of the country, supporting extreme winter sports and adventure tourism. International and national championships in ice archery are planned, as well as city competitions in snowboarding, paragliding, winter rugby,
As part of the program to expand international cooperation, important agreements have been reached with Uzbekistan, and a trilateral agreement has been signed with China and Russia. Simultaneously, negotiations are underway to conclude three quarantine protocols with China. The Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Light Industry reported on the visit of Deputy Minister Nyamzhav Baasansuren to the Organization, where a request was made for support in implementing the ePhyto electronic
This statement from Trump was part of an event where it was also announced that Mongolia has joined the Council of Peace, which has already been joined by about 20 countries. The information is reported by MiddleAsianNews. “I congratulate Prime Minister Zandanšatar and express gratitude to Mongolia for becoming a founding member of the Council of Peace. Under President Trump's leadership, this historic initiative will finally lead to peace in Gaza,” wrote the U.S. Ambassador to
The price of stallions reaches an average of ₮2.6 million (about $730.34), as reported by MiddleAsianNews. According to information obtained from the National Statistical Office, the average price of horses increased by ₮1.7 million in December 2025 compared to the same month of the previous year, indicating a continuing rise in livestock prices. Last year also saw price increases in various sectors of animal husbandry. For instance, the price of five-year-old stallions (соёолон азрага) was
The World Snow Sculpture Championship took place from January 14 to 17 as part of the World Snow Day 2026! This was reported by MiddleAsianNews. The sculpture created by Mongolian artists reflects the primal spirit and the evolution of bull riding — from the simple lifestyle of herders to one of the most thrilling and dangerous sports in the world. The team "Falcon of Mongolia," led by captain Govisaihan Bayanmunkh, participated in the World Snow Sculpture Championship 2026, held in
The Kyrgyzstan national team in Greco-Roman wrestling is actively preparing for the start of the new season. Currently, the team is conducting training camps at the picturesque Issyk-Kul.
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has issued a decree regarding the organization of a temporary national campaign for the free replacement of driver's licenses. This step is aimed at simplifying administrative procedures for citizens and improving access to government services, based on Article 71 of the country's Constitution. According to the decree, the State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Driver Personnel has been tasked with the following:
The Kyrgyzstan youth hockey team continues to impress: at the World Championship (U-20), the team has already achieved its fourth consecutive victory. Currently, a tournament is taking place in Bishkek among teams in the third division (Group B), featuring six national teams.
In Bishkek, the youth world championship in hockey among Division 3B teams continues, which can be watched on the YouTube channel "NTRK-Sport". In the fourth round, the Kyrgyzstan national team achieved a confident victory over the hockey players from Luxembourg, finishing the match with a score of 5:2.
In these days, snowfall is forecasted in the Chui region, which may worsen visibility and create icy conditions on the roads. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, heavy snowfall, fog, and ice are observed on the Bishkek–Osh highway near the Too-Ashuu pass. Conditions conducive to the formation of ice and difficulties in vehicle movement have also been recorded on the bypass routes of the Issyk-Ata and Kemin districts, as well as in
The Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Asanaliev, made a working trip to the Osh region. According to the press service of the prosecutor's office, an operational meeting was held during the visit with the participation of prosecutors from the Osh region, the city of Osh, and the military prosecutor of the Osh garrison, where issues of oversight of official activities were discussed.
In the Kashkadarya region, a 20-year-old girl sought medical attention complaining of severe pain in the upper abdomen, as well as bloating, nausea, and vomiting. As a result of examinations and surgical intervention, doctors discovered a huge mass of hair in her stomach, weighing 1.4 kilograms, as reported by Podrobno.uz. This girl had previously been under outpatient care and returned to the hospital with similar symptoms. During the operation, the medical team was able to completely remove
As part of a special broadcast on the official YouTube channel of the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, actors Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman announced the nominees for the 2026 Academy Awards. “Best Picture” “Battle After Battle”; “Bugonia”; “Hamnet”; “Sinners”; “Marty the Magnificent”; “Secret Agent”; “Sentimental Value”; “Train Dreams”; “Frankenstein”; “F1”.
Tomorrow and the day after tomorrow, the first trilateral meeting will take place in the United Arab Emirates, with representatives from the USA, Russia, and Ukraine participating. This was announced by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, as reported by the TV channel "Dozhd". According to Zelensky, the American delegates have already flown to Moscow. They were waiting for the conclusion of his meeting with President Trump,
The developer has been fined 200,000 soms In the Jalal-Abad region, construction of a facility has been suspended due to the absence of necessary permits.
In Kyrgyzstan, under the leadership of State Secretary Arslan Koichiev, a republican forum is planned to unite creative unions and the scientific intelligentsia. This information was provided by the Ministry of Culture. The main goal of the forum is to preserve and develop national spiritual values, support creative and scientific initiatives, as well as to unite the intellectual resources of society. In addition, the forum aims to strengthen Kyrgyzstan's position in the international
In Uzgen, an investigation has been initiated regarding the death of a two-month-old infant. This was reported by the Osh Regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to available information, on January 21, the Uzgen District Internal Affairs Department received information from the territorial hospital that the infant, born on November 11, 2025, had died due to anemia. A fact has been registered in this case, and as part of the preliminary investigation, witnesses have been interviewed.
For the first time in its history, the women's volleyball team of Kyrgyzstan will participate in the Nations Cup organized by the Asian Volleyball Confederation. This was announced by the country's volleyball federation. The participation of the national team became possible due to its high ranking on the international stage.
According to information provided by the Main Department of Road Safety (ГУОБДД), the installation of the complexes was carried out as part of the "Safe Country" initiative. These systems are based on software developed by IT specialists from the state institution "Kyzmat," which is under the jurisdiction of the Presidential Administration. Now, Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue is under full surveillance, and complexes have also been installed at the intersections of Akhunbaev and
Snow is expected in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. In the capital, Bishkek, the air temperature will drop to −6 degrees at night, while during the day it will be 0.
Kamchybek Zamirbekov shared photos of the new yurt town with Kaktus.media.
In the village of Dmitrievka, located in the Issyk-Ata district, the issue of renaming it is being discussed. According to local residents, the authorities plan to change the name to Esirkemish. However, the residents are persistently opposing this initiative. "The decision to rename causes us serious dissatisfaction. A survey was conducted in our village chat, and only 15 people supported the renaming, while 140 opposed it. Despite this, our opinion is not taken into account," they
In his opinion, the lack of male teachers affects student discipline At a recent parliamentary meeting in Bishkek, Deputy Tabyldy Muratbekov proposed the idea of attracting more male teachers to educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan.
As part of the World Nomad Games, the cultural project "Caravan of Unity" is being launched, as reported by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. According to the press release, this initiative emphasizes the importance of water as a source of life and its symbolic significance in the philosophy of the nomadic people.
According to information provided by the press service of the Pervomaisky District Internal Affairs Department, a man was detained in Bishkek on January 22 on charges of domestic violence. Neighbors claim that he often abuses alcohol and initiates quarrels. As a result of the investigation, a protection order was issued for his wife.
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, two suspects have been detained for pickpocketing a large sum of money. This information was announced by the press service of the Bishkek City Police Department. On January 8, a local resident reported to the Lenin District Police Department about the theft of her wallet on minibus No. 161, which was traveling along Nekrasov Street, near the intersection with Leo Tolstoy Street. As a result of the crime, the perpetrators seized 595,000 soms, $400, and jewelry
Recently, a meeting was held at the Main Department of Urban Planning and Architecture, where builders and architects discussed the developed master plan for Bishkek. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction. Key figures in the field of urban planning attended the meeting: the director of the department, Daniyar Bapyshov, the head of the Main Department, Mederbek Kydyrmaev, and the deputy mayor, Azamat Kadyrov.
According to World Air Quality, as of 20:40 Bishkek ranks first among the largest cities in the world for air pollution levels. The city has been designated as "hazardous," with an air quality index (AQI) of 267. The data is updated in real time.
As a result of a fire in a car in the Chuy region, which occurred on the outskirts of the village of Spartak, two people died. A criminal case has been initiated regarding this incident, as reported by the press center of the regional police department. It was previously reported that the remains of 25-year-old driver O. E. and 16-year-old schoolgirl T. S., born in 2010, were found in the burned car.
On January 22, in Davos, Switzerland, as part of the World Economic Forum, a ceremony was held to sign the charter of the "Council of Peace". This event was attended by leaders of countries, prime ministers, and foreign ministers from Azerbaijan, Armenia, Argentina, Bahrain, Bulgaria, Hungary, Indonesia, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Morocco, Mongolia, Paraguay, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and many other states.