The youth hockey team from Hong Kong has landed in Kyrgyzstan to participate in the World Championship (U-20). The competitions in Division ZV will take place on the ice of "Bishkek Arena" from January 18 to 24.
During a morning inspection conducted by the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, along with employees of the relevant services, the boundaries of the water protection zone of the "Zhekelik" canal, which runs through the territory of the "Manas-Ata" management, were examined. According to the mayor's office, during the inspection, the mayor drew attention to the café "Eurasia," located on A. Navoi Street, which has not been operational for many years. Part of
According to the latest data, from January to November 2025, casinos transferred 404 million 659.4 thousand soms to the budget of Kyrgyzstan, which is equivalent to approximately $4.6 million. These figures were obtained as a result of an analysis by the Ministry of Finance. Compared to the same period in 2024, when revenues amounted to 258 million 341.8 thousand soms, this figure increased by 146 million 317.6 thousand soms, representing a growth of 56.6%.
In Kyrgyzstan, by 2025, the sowing of winter crops has reached almost 65% of the planned areas. This was announced on the radio by Turat Idirisov, head of the department for crop production, horticulture, and cooperation at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry. According to Idirisov, out of the planned 250,000 hectares, approximately 163,000 hectares have actually been sown. This result exceeds the similar figure from last year by about 20,000 hectares.
A farewell ceremony was held in Manas in honor of Samidin Rayymbekov, who was 78 years old. According to his colleague, Nazira Zhakypova, head of the city department of labor, social protection, and migration, Rayymbekov dedicated many years of his life to work in the field of social protection.
In the Talas district, in the village of Chon-Tokoy, during an inspection of the construction project for the water supply system, serious violations were discovered. According to information provided by the Ministry of Construction, it was found that during the design and construction of the facility, the current building codes, technical regulations, and other related laws were not followed.
On the topic of acne and its treatment, Irina Martynenko, a dermatologist from the Republican Center for Dermatovenereology, spoke on "Birinchi Radio." She emphasized that acne remains an important and widely discussed topic among professionals and in society. Information about this condition is actively discussed at conferences, seminars, and online. The specialist noted that acne ranks second in frequency among dermatological issues. The condition can manifest at any age, but it is
At a recent meeting of the "Ala-Too" parliamentary group, entrepreneur Asel Atabekova presented alarming data about the sewing industry in Kyrgyzstan: 72% of enterprises use illegal labor and foreign workers. According to her, this information is based on unofficial statistics.
The initiative of Deputy Mamataliyev to introduce fines for driving a car without a catalyst has been published for public discussion on the website of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to the deputy, the deterioration of the ecology has become one of the serious problems threatening public health. The quality of air, water, and soil, as well as climate change and issues with biodiversity, significantly impact the health of citizens and their living conditions.
In Kyrgyzstan, the conditions for the construction of a large logistics center for the marketplace Wildberries are actively being discussed. This was reported by Bakyt Sydykov, the Minister of Economy and Commerce, during a meeting of the parliamentary group "Ala-Too," where current issues of the textile industry were addressed. In response to questions from parliamentarians about resolving the problems faced by garment workers regarding the import of goods into Russia, the minister
In his social media, Orunbekov explained that the exchange of old driver's licenses is currently being conducted for free. According to him, one month has been allocated for this, and if someone does not manage to do it in time, an additional period will be provided.
In the Kyrgyz Republic, there is an annual decline in water resources, which makes the issue of preserving soil moisture during the autumn period relevant. This was stated on the radio by Turat Idirisov, head of the department for crop production, horticulture, and cooperation of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. "To prevent water shortages in early spring, it is essential to retain as much moisture in the soil as possible in the fall. An effective
Yoon Suk-yeol The court proceedings concerned the actions of Yoon Suk-yeol, who attempted to declare martial law in the country in early December 2024. He justified this decision by the need to combat "anti-state forces supporting North Korea." However, the state of martial law lasted only a few hours before being revoked by parliament, which soon voted for the impeachment of the president. Yoon Suk-yeol was removed from office and subsequently arrested. The court also found Yoon
In Kyrgyzstan, a reform in the field of state print media is being launched. The decree of President Sadyr Japarov emphasizes the need for the development of information policy, strengthening the printing base, and ensuring the stable operation of state mass media. An important task is also the optimization of budget expenditures. As part of this reform, the publishing house "Kyrgyz Tusu" has been established, which includes the newspapers "Kyrgyz Tusu" and "Slovo
At the meeting, Daniyar Amangeldiev emphasized that a significant amount of work has been done since the first meeting of the working group. Specialists conducted a detailed analysis of the financial indicators of leading state companies, investigated their prospects, and assessed their readiness to enter international markets. Many companies have already prepared specific proposals and presentations, which is an important step towards strengthening the country's investment image and
On January 15, 2026, in Paris, at the main office of UNESCO, the first meeting took place between the new Director-General Khaled Al-Anani and the Permanent Representative of the Kyrgyz Republic to UNESCO, Sadik Sher-Niyaz. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. During the conversation, it was emphasized that Kyrgyzstan intends to continue its cooperation with UNESCO, especially in the field of cultural and historical heritage preservation. Kyrgyzstan also
In the morning, a fire occurred in a dormitory on Kivinskaya Street in the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek, leading to the initiation of a preliminary investigation involving the police. This information was received from the press service of the district internal affairs department. The signal about the fire was registered on line 102 at 9:20 AM. An investigative operational group was dispatched to the specified address, where they discovered the body of a 19-year-old foreign national named Y.A.
The first meeting of the Permanent Representative of Kyrgyzstan to UNESCO, Sadik Sher-Niyaz, with the new Director-General of the organization, Khaled Al-Anani, took place in Paris. During the meeting, the parties confirmed their desire to deepen cooperation and increase Kyrgyzstan's participation in UNESCO activities. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
According to the new update, the system automatically checks registration and sends reports only to the corresponding district, which increases the accuracy of tax accounting. If the taxpayer does not have registration in the district to which they are trying to submit a report, the document will not be saved or sent. This innovation is aimed at preventing errors in report submission and eliminates the need for further clarification of information.
The water supply shutdown will affect: The list of microdistricts where water will be shut off:
The football club "Toktogul," a newly minted participant in the Kyrgyzstan Premier League, held a presentation of its new players on January 14 in Bishkek.
Due to the worsening situation in Iran, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan urges its citizens not to travel to this country. The main factors for this decision are the suspension of international flights and restrictions on land borders.
- According to official statistics, as of the end of 2024, there are 36,600 people employed in the textile industry of Kyrgyzstan. This information was announced on January 16, 2026, by the Minister of Economy Bakyt Sydykov during a meeting of the parliamentary group "Ala-Too". The minister noted that if related sectors such as logistics are taken into account, the total number of employees and entrepreneurs in this field significantly increases. "If we include workers from
According to information announced on January 14 by the Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan, the country plans to eliminate its status as an energy-deficient nation in the first quarter of 2027. Currently, the ministry is actively working on 81 projects with a total capacity of 15.3 GW, for which investments amounting to $25 billion will be required. Some of these projects are being financed through private investments, using the electricity market mechanism.
In Bishkek, inspections of prices for meat products and other essential goods continue, as reported by the local mayor's office. The administrations of Sverdlovsk, Pervomaisky, Oktyabrsky, and Lenin districts, together with representatives of the antimonopoly service, veterinary service, and tax authorities, regularly conduct monitoring and raids at markets and stores in the city.
In Kyrgyzstan, measures have been taken to increase responsibility for the illegal import of goods and vehicles across the borders of the countries that are part of the Eurasian Economic Union. This was reported by the press service of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. Changes have been made to the Code of Offenses in accordance with the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic, which came into force on December 31, 2025, and pertains to changes in the areas of taxation, social insurance, and
Questions about saving electricity remain important not only for the family budget but also for protecting nature. Reducing energy consumption helps decrease greenhouse gas emissions and lessen the burden on the country's energy infrastructure. Conscious Energy Use.
On January 16, the parliamentary group "Ala-Too" held a meeting to discuss the situation in the garment industry, employment, and the economy as a whole. Members of the group, as well as representatives from the garment sector and relevant government structures, participated in the meeting. Participants emphasized that the garment sector is currently facing serious difficulties, particularly due to limited access to the Russian market and issues in interacting with the Wildberries
Based on data provided by the National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, the average subsistence minimum per capita for the year 2025 amounted to 8,697.32 soms. Main indicators by population groups
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic warns citizens currently in Iran. At this time, most international airlines have suspended flights to Iran or reduced their frequency, which may lead to frequent changes in the schedule. If you are unable to depart, there is an option to leave by land through neighboring countries.
Dayirbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy department of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, commented on important changes regarding the replacement of old-style driver's licenses. Photo from the internet Currently, the exchange of old licenses is being carried out free of charge within one month. If not all citizens manage to complete the process within the established timeframe, they will have the opportunity to extend it.
The changes made concern Article 311 of the KR Code on Offenses, according to which the fines for illegal movement of goods have been increased: for individuals — from 10,000 to 20,000 soms, for legal entities — from 28,000 to 65,000 soms. In the case of repeated offenses within a year, the fines are also increased: for individuals — from 20,000 to 40,000 soms, for legal entities — from 65,000 to 100,000 soms. Additionally, confiscation of goods is provided for.
Support for wintering white swans has been organized in the Issyk-Kul region, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information from the department, inspectors from the ecological and technical service of the Issyk-Kul region conducted a feeding campaign for swans along the shores of Issyk-Kul to protect wildlife and its inhabitants.
The municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" shared information that the last few years, particularly 2025-2026, have been especially difficult for the team due to tragic incidents that claimed the lives and harmed the health of several employees. The company's management noted that these losses left an indelible mark on the souls of all colleagues. In memory of the deceased and in prayers for the safety of the current employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk," a tüloo
The bill published in the electronic database of the State Duma proposes to shorten the period for migrants to undergo medical examinations from 90 to 30 days after entering the country. This was reported by "Kommersant". The initiators are a group of deputies led by the Vice-Speaker of the State Duma Irina Yarovaya and the leaders of the Duma factions. The proposed changes concern the Law "On the Legal Status of Foreign Citizens in the Russian Federation." According to the
Kalybay Saralaev, a resident of the village of Don-Alysh in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region, is passionate about breeding Arashan sheep. Kalybay, born on January 11, 1972, into a teacher's family, has raised three children with his wife Rima. He has two daughters: the elder, Roza, is in Moscow, while the younger, Malina, works at the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razzakov. His son Emir studies at the history faculty of the Kyrgyz State University named after I.
Employees of the police in the Oktobrskiy district of Bishkek stopped the illegal sale of potent medications. The check was initiated based on information received from the Drug Control Service of the capital's police department, which reported about a woman identified as N., who was engaged in the sale of banned drugs in the area. Based on this fact, the investigative department of the district police initiated a criminal case under Article 282 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz
In Bishkek, there is ongoing monitoring of prices for essential food products, including beef and lamb, according to information provided by the press service of the city administration. “This monitoring is conducted in accordance with the order of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, dated August 7, 2025, under number 140, which introduces temporary state regulation of prices for meat products (beef and lamb, excluding boneless meat),” the statement notes.
On January 15, the "Agro Caravan - 2026" fair took place at the Babur State Academic Musical and Drama Theater in Osh. According to the regional representative office, this event was organized to support agriculture and enhance the qualifications of farmers. This became possible thanks to the "Partnership in Irrigation in the Fergana Valley" (FVIPP) project.
The reforms in the field of state print media in Kyrgyzstan have begun, initiated by a presidential decree. The Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Marat Tagaev, shared details about the implementation of this initiative. According to Tagaev, until now, publications such as the newspapers "Kyrgyz Tuu" and "Slovo Kyrgyzstana," as well as the magazines "Baichchekey," "Kyrchin," and "Zhetkinchek,"
The Central District Court of Seoul has sentenced former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol to five years in prison for obstructing an arrest related to the declaration of martial law in December 2024, as reported by Yonhap. This is the first conviction in the proceedings against the former president. The Korea Herald reports that the prosecution sought a total of ten years of imprisonment: five years for obstructing the arrest, two years for the illegal revision of the martial law decree,
At the Kyrgyz-Uzbek border in Osh, at the veterinary border control point "Dostuk," a shipment containing 22 tons of salt for livestock arriving from Uzbekistan was detained. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. During the inspection conducted by veterinary inspectors, it was found that the shipment did not comply with the veterinary and sanitary requirements established by the Eurasian Economic Union. In particular, the veterinary documents
The complete renovation of the Arstanbap—Bazar-Korgon road will become a reality. This was announced by the head of the state enterprise "Kyrgyzavtozhol-Yug," Tamerlan Osmonov. According to him, the length of the road is 39 kilometers, of which 7 kilometers were repaired last year. "In recent years, we have been actively working on improving the road infrastructure in tourist-popular regions. In 2025, we repaired 7 kilometers of this highway, and we plan to update the remaining
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic (KR) has expressed concern about the potential shortage of water resources and has called on farmers to transition to water-saving methods. “Given the climate changes and the decrease in precipitation during the 2026 growing season, there is a risk of water scarcity. This may lead to restrictions on irrigation water volumes and shortages in several regions,” the ministry noted.
Purchases have also been made in South Korea, with plans for Austria The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, announced that the agency has acquired 10 apartments in the United States for its diplomatic staff.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has issued a statement warning its citizens against traveling to Iran and providing information on exit options for those already in the country. According to the information, most international airlines have suspended or significantly reduced their flights to and from Iran, leading to frequent changes in flight schedules. In case air travel is not possible, Kyrgyz citizens may consider land exit options through neighboring
Specialists from the Karatash-Japyrik Nature Reserve, located in the Naryn region, conducted winter feeding activities for wild ungulates. The press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources reported that these actions took place on January 13 and 14, 2026, in the territory of Karatash, aimed at supporting animals in conditions of natural food scarcity. During the activities, reserve staff placed pre-prepared natural feeds, including hay, branch feed, and salt. These measures are aimed at