The list of participants in the slalom at the Winter Olympic Games in Italy has been announced. Today, February 16, the competition will take place, during which medals will be awarded in this discipline. A total of 96 athletes will participate in the slalom, including Kyrgyzstan's Timur Shakirov.
A serious fire occurred at a public catering facility in the Osh region. According to information from the regional Emergency Situations Ministry, the incident happened on Sunday, February 15, 2026. The flames engulfed a Finnish building located on Lenin Street in Kara-Suu, completely destroying it. The total area of the structure was 295 square meters.
On February 16, a hearing will take place in the Administrative Court of Bishkek regarding the lawsuit concerning the decision of the Central Election Commission to hold repeat elections in district No. 13, which was canceled on February 13. This information was provided by Kaktus.media. The CEC did not disclose who specifically initiated the lawsuit; however, it is known that it was filed by one of the 23 participants in the repeat electoral process.
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Erlan Sherov, has significantly improved his results in the world ranking according to the International Judo Federation (IJF). At the European Open Cup held in Slovenia on February 14-15, the Kyrgyzstani won a gold medal in the under 90 kg weight category, taking first place.
In the city of Osh, a man was detained who, under the pretext of working in the police, extorted money from citizens. This was reported by the press service of the local internal affairs department. According to investigative authorities, officers from the criminal investigation department of the Osh city police conducted a series of operational activities, as a result of which they identified and detained the suspect. He posed as a police officer and threatened residents with arrest,
According to the Interior Ministry of the Chuy Region, three men kidnapped a 20-year-old resident of Tokmok and took him to a village where he was subjected to physical violence. The incident occurred on February 13, 2026. N. I., born in 2006, reported to the Interior Ministry of the Chuy District, stating that at 4:00 PM, he was forcibly taken from the home of T. D. and several other men. They took him to the village of Ak-Beshim, where he became a victim of violence.
The importance of the new draft Constitution lies in its appropriate adaptation to the traditions of nomadic civilization and modern realities. In the history of Kazakhstan, before the formation of the USSR, documents such as the Great Yassa of Genghis Khan and the constitutions of Khans Kasym, Yesim, and Tauke were in effect. During the Soviet and post-Soviet periods of our statehood, important constitutions were also adopted in 1978, 1993, and the current Constitution of 1995. According to
Important personnel changes have occurred in the Ministry of Transport, the Ministry of Emergency Situations, and the Ministry of Natural Resources. All three ministers submitted their resignations voluntarily, after which acting officials were appointed in their places. Here is a list of the recent changes:
According to preliminary data, the gross domestic product of Kyrgyzstan in January 2026 amounted to 125 billion 718.1 million soms. This is 9 percent more than in the same month of 2025, as reported by the National Statistical Committee. At the same time, in 2025, GDP growth was 11.1 percent.
On February 13, in Balakchy, during an operational preventive operation called "Bandit," four individuals registered as members of an organized crime group were taken into custody by the police. This information was provided by law enforcement agencies. As part of the criminal case opened under Article 205 of the Criminal Code, operational and investigative actions were also conducted. Based on the collected operational information, police officers carried out searches in the homes
At the international wushu kung fu tournament held as part of the third Martial Arts Games "Piki Tianshanya" in Almaty, the Kyrgyzstan team delivered an outstanding performance.
The official application from the Kyrgyz Football Union to host the final stage of the Asian Cup (U-23) in 2028 has been submitted to the Asian Football Confederation. Sixteen teams will participate in the competition, which will go through qualifying matches.
At the meeting of the Committee on International Affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh, taking place today, February 16, Deputy Shairbek Tashiev made a statement. The agenda includes discussions on amendments to the Code on Non-Tax Revenues concerning the increase in fees for alternative service.
Today, February 16, during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, the issue of appointing Jumgalbek Shabdanbekov as the chairman of the State Committee for National Security was discussed. The candidacy of Shabdanbekov was presented by the authorized representative of the president and the cabinet of ministers in the Jogorku Kenesh, Bektur Zulpiyev.
At the international wrestling tournament in Bishkek, which took place on February 13 at the "Zhashtyk Arena," Kyrgyzstani Orozobek Toktomambetov won a bronze medal, taking third place. Toktomambetov competed in the weight category up to 74 kg, where only four athletes participated.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has presented a draft law that introduces a fine of 200 calculation indicators (20,000 soms) for involving vulnerable groups in begging, such as the elderly, pregnant women, individuals with disabilities, and those with mental disorders. The new law highlights begging as a separate offense, for which strict penalties are provided. At a meeting of the committee on international affairs, defense, security, and migration, Deputy Minister of Internal
- During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development, held on February 16, 2026, Dastan Bekeshev expressed interest in the current size of Kyrgyzstan's external debt. In response to his question, Deputy Minister of Finance Nurbek Akzholov reported that the total state debt of the country amounts to 8 billion 850 million dollars. Of this amount, 5.2 billion dollars is external debt, while the internal debt stands at
President Sadyr Japarov stated that the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev will not have a negative impact on the fight against organized crime. He noted that at the moment, organized crime is absent in Kyrgyzstan, as it was before. However, according to him, crimes still occur, and it is impossible to completely eradicate them, as in all countries.
President Sadyr Japarov, during a conversation with the Kabar agency, touched upon the topic of the "Akyilman" lyceum, which was established with the aim of uniting children from different regions of Kyrgyzstan. “We opened the 'Akyilman' lyceum two to three years ago, gathering the most talented and successful students from the northern and southern regions. The educational institution operates in a boarding school format in Cholpon-Ata. In the next 2-3 years, we plan to
In Balakchy, Issyk-Kul region, on February 13, large-scale operational and preventive measures were held, named "Bandit." According to information from the regional Internal Affairs Department, the main goal of the raid was to curb the activities of individuals registered as members of organized criminal groups (OCGs). As a result of the operation, four citizens were brought to the Balakchy Internal Affairs Department for verification of their possible involvement in offenses.
The head of Kyrgyzstan stated in an interview with "Kabar" that there are no conditions in the country that would contribute to destabilization or attempts to seize power.
The State Insurance Organization provided insurance for 38 participants of the press tour "Naryn - Winter Fairy Tale" for a total amount of 3,800,000 soms.
Shaiyrbek Tashiev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, refuted rumors about the initiation of a criminal case against him and his detention, which he stated in an interview with "Azattyk". Photo from the internet. Shaiyrbek Tashiev According to the deputy, reports of his arrest and criminal prosecution have no basis. He also commented on the public reaction to his income and property declaration for 2024, in which the amount of 12 billion 637 million soms was indicated.
The Cabinet of Ministers has initiated the allocation of funds, which is currently being reviewed by the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh responsible for finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development. According to Zhibek Duyisheva, Deputy Minister of Finance, 1 billion 90 million soms is allocated for the Talas city administration.
On February 16, 2026, during a radio broadcast, the former Minister of Transport and expert Jamshitbek Kalilov raised the issue of the quality of roads and the need for systematic checks of completed work. In response to this comment, the First Deputy Minister of Transport Beknazar Bazaraliyev emphasized that quality control is a crucial aspect of the road construction process.
On February 14, 2026, an attempt to illegally export livestock was prevented at the Kyrgyz-Tajik border. According to the Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, the incident occurred in the Leilek district, near the area known as "Tajik Nasos," close to the state border. The detained individual was identified as N.E.M., born in 1988. He attempted to transport 10 cows from Kyrgyzstan to Tajikistan, bypassing official border crossings.
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development on February 16, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev raised the issue of the "Sanarip Ordo" project, which, as it became known, is planned to be financed with $50 million from the International Development Association of Debt Instruments. Zamir Kozhomuratov noted that "Sanarip Ordo" is a continuation of the state platform "Government Cloud - G-Cloud," the
The Government of India has announced the creation of the first set of rules regarding the management of risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI). Official information about this was published in The Times of India. The aim of this guidance is to develop a code that supports a high level of innovation in the field of AI. According to the new rules, measures are provided to minimize bias, abuse, and opaque use of AI technologies. It is important to note that the guidance does not
In the Chuy region, a court sentenced a man who unlawfully mowed clover on rented plots and threatened their owners. This information was posted on the "Digital Justice" portal. Names have been changed.
As part of his working trip to Germany, the First Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Daniyar Amangeldiev, participated in the 62nd Munich Security Conference. During this event, he held several bilateral meetings with representatives from various countries, including:
In the Jogorku Kenesh, an initiative aimed at attracting more citizens to military service is being discussed. During a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh that deals with international affairs, defense, security, and migration, a draft law is being considered that proposes increasing contributions for alternative service and expanding the mobilization reserve.
Today, February 16, the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers announced the dismissal of Bolot Dzhusupbekov from the position of First Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. It is also worth noting that a decree was recently signed by President Sadyr Japarov, according to which Meder Mashiyev was relieved of his duties as Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, and Akyl Toktobaev was temporarily appointed
Akyil Toktobaev has been appointed as the acting Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, reports the press service of the President's Administration. His candidacy will be submitted for approval to the Jogorku Kenesh for appointment to the ministerial position.
Weather overview for Kyrgyzstan on February 17. According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, rain and snow are expected in a significant part of the territory of Chui, Talas, Jalal-Abad, and Naryn regions during the night of February 17, while precipitation will be localized in the Issyk-Kul region. Snow is predicted in the mountains, and the weather in Osh and Batken regions will remain dry. During the day, isolated areas of Chui, Talas, Jalal-Abad, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions may also see
At the meeting held on February 16, dedicated to finance, budget, and entrepreneurship, Nurbek Akzholov presented a draft agreement with the International Development Association. Under this agreement, it is planned to allocate $1 billion 26 million 760 thousand to Kyrgyzstan from 2026 to 2028. Of this amount, as clarified by the Deputy Minister, $32.7 million will be provided as a grant, and $994 million will be in the form of a loan for 25 years with an interest rate of 1.5% and a grace
- In 2025, the volume of remittances to the Kyrgyz Republic amounted to $3.5 billion, according to information provided by the EDB. It is estimated that this is equivalent to 15.4% of the country's gross domestic product.
The measures will also affect those who disguise themselves as advertisements or charitable initiatives The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has proposed to prohibit access to websites and social media accounts that organize prize draws, cash giveaways, or real estate lotteries. This draft law is currently being discussed on public platforms.
In 2025, hospitals in Kyrgyzstan that operate under contracts with the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) registered 1,165,676 cases of inpatient treatment. This information was announced by representatives of the MHIF. Of the total number of hospitalizations, 36% are children under 18 years old, which corresponds to approximately 419 thousand cases.
On the morning of February 16, a car accident occurred in Bishkek, resulting in the death of a young woman. The driver of a KIA K5, while making a left turn, struck a pedestrian who, unfortunately, died at the scene from the injuries sustained.
Today at 13:14 local time, an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.5 on the MSK-64 scale occurred, according to information provided by the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences. According to preliminary data, the epicenter was located in China, 34 kilometers south of the village of Bedel and 140 kilometers from the city of Karakol.
In Bishkek, at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCMCH), specialists successfully completed the task of extracting a foreign object from the airways of a young patient. According to information from medical staff, a one-year-old child choked on a toy during play. As a result, he experienced severe coughing and lip cyanosis. Hearing a "strange wheeze," the mother immediately sought medical help, and doctors quickly referred the child to NCMCH.
- On Wednesday, February 18, the Jogorku Kenesh will discuss a draft law that allows farmers to grow medicinal plants on agricultural land. This information is included in the agenda of the meeting posted on the parliament's website. The initiator of this regulatory act is the Ministry of Agriculture. The amendments were submitted to the parliament on January 22.
As reported by Tengrinews.kz, the National Security Committee has begun an investigation regarding possible violations of criminal legislation, including Article 170 of the Criminal Code, concerning Saburov. In recent days, recordings have been actively circulated on the internet, claiming that Nurlan Saburov provided financial assistance to Russian servicemen.
According to information obtained from media sources, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, who previously held the position of speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, may announce his intention to refuse his deputy mandate. Photo from the internet It is reported that the parliamentarian intends to submit the relevant statement to the Central Election Commission (CEC).
In an interview with the "Kabar" agency, President Sadyr Japarov discussed the current state of the political situation following the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev. According to him, he will not allow society to be divided into north and south.
During the third reading, the Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the bill concerning the ratification of the Extradition Treaty between Kyrgyzstan and Mongolia, which was signed on July 21, 2025, in Bishkek. This agreement establishes the legal framework for the extradition of wanted persons for the purpose of criminal prosecution or the enforcement of judicial decisions. After ratification, the countries will be able to
The Cabinet plans to revise outdated amounts considering the growth of salaries and inflation As part of a new draft law currently undergoing its second reading in the Jogorku Kenesh, the government proposes to amend the procedure for payment of alternative service and mobilization reserve fees.
As a result of an inspection, three rehabilitation centers in Bishkek have been closed: "Idalgo," "Resolution," and "Bishkek-Mayak." During the investigation, gross violations of patients' rights were discovered, leading to the detention of seven individuals, including the directors and staff of these centers. By court order, all detainees have been placed in custody. Two cases of patient deaths have also been recorded at the "Bishkek-Mayak" center.