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The FOMS is considering the introduction of new types of health insurance policies.

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has initiated changes to the Law "On Medical Insurance for Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic." At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Health, Labor, and Social Issues on January 27, Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov emphasized that citizens have the right to free medical services in state institutions. This also applies to preferential services funded by the state under the program of state guarantees.

27.01.2026, 14:30
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The Ministry of Health intends to optimize the work of state laboratories

At a meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues of the Jogorku Kenesh, the intention of the Ministry of Health to optimize the work of state laboratories was announced. Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov reported this during the discussion of the draft law "On Medical Insurance for Citizens in the Kyrgyz Republic." In response to questions from deputies about the creation of accessible state laboratories with prices for services and

27.01.2026, 14:28
In Bishkek, the development of youth sports was discussed
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In Bishkek, the development of youth sports was discussed

A working meeting took place in Bishkek, attended by the directors of specialized children's and youth Olympic reserve schools (SDYUSHOR). The event was led by Kanibek Zholchubekov, the director of the Department of Physical Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Youth Affairs of the city administration.

27.01.2026, 14:24
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2,882 civil servants fined 13.7 million soms for incorrectly submitted declarations

In 2025, the Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted an inspection of compliance with the rules for submitting a unified tax declaration on income, expenses, obligations, and property concerning state and municipal officials. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. During the inspection, it was revealed that 3,472 officials either did not submit a declaration for 2024 or did so with violations of deadlines or with inaccurate data.

27.01.2026, 14:09
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260 children attend the most unusual kindergarten on Issyk-Kul

The building is one-story and consists of 24 rooms. The roof and windows are made of special wood and are designed in a style characteristic of the city during that period. Altynkul Tyumenbaeva, the head of the kindergarten, previously noted that the building, located in the city center, impresses with its architecture. Many tourists show interest in its history; however, written sources confirming the facts are absent. The history has been passed down orally from generation to generation, and

27.01.2026, 14:07
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#Useful. How can an heir claim a portion of the pension of a citizen who died before reaching retirement age?

The question of why the pension savings of citizens who do not live to retirement age are forfeited, while outstanding loans are passed on to heirs, concerns many readers of Kaktus.media. According to clarifications from the Social Fund, pension savings do not disappear upon the death of the insured person. If there are funds in the individual pension account, they can be paid out to the heirs in accordance with the legislation of Kyrgyzstan. For this, confirmation of the right to inheritance

27.01.2026, 13:41
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Domestic Violence. Eight People Completed the Correctional Program

In the past year, eight individuals successfully completed a correctional program aimed at changing the behavior of those who have committed domestic violence. This was reported during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio." The program was implemented as part of the probation authorities' efforts to create a safe environment and foster respectful behavior, as well as to reduce the likelihood of repeat incidents of domestic violence.

27.01.2026, 13:39
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Proposed to Abolish the Council of Lawyers
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Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Proposed to Abolish the Council of Lawyers

The Council of Lawyers is planned to be reduced to nine members. At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dealing with constitutional legislation, state structure, local self-government, and regulations, Meil Begilerova, the chairperson of the Bar Association of the Kyrgyz Republic, presented information on the reduction in the number of lawyers in the country. In 2024, their number was 3,600, while currently, only 2,223 remain.

27.01.2026, 13:38
A new substation has been commissioned in the Nookat district
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A new substation has been commissioned in the Nookat district

The Minister of Energy, Talaybek Ibraev, opened the new 35/10 kV substation "T. Kulatov" and the 35 kV overhead power line "Abshyr - T. Kulatov," located in the village of Kozho-Aryk in the Kulatov rural council, under the jurisdiction of the Osh Electric Networks enterprise. According to the ministry, this project aims to provide electricity to 1,820 subscribers out of 3,626 connected to 97 transformer substations of the 10 kV "Abshyr" feeder, which stretches 55

27.01.2026, 13:37
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The Secretary of State visited the National Academy of Arts and discussed the renovation of the dormitory.

On January 26, a visit by State Secretary Arslan Koichiev took place at the National Academy of Arts named after Academician T. Sadykov. The press service of the President's Administration disseminated information about this event. During his visit, the state secretary addressed issues concerning the state of the academy, the educational process, and the directions for the future development of visual arts in the country.

27.01.2026, 13:31
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"The Current Anthem is Very Good." A Member of the Commission, Umetalieva, Expressed Her Position on the Options for a New Anthem

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with constitutional legislation, local self-government, and regulations, commission member Chynar Umetalieva expressed her opinion on the creation of a new national anthem. She noted that this process requires special skills and talent, and not everyone can write an anthem. During the discussion of the draft of the new text and music for the anthem, Umetalieva expressed surprise that the Jogorku Kenesh had tasked the people with

27.01.2026, 13:30
KRSU Plans to Radically Reduce Academic Programs
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KRSU Plans to Radically Reduce Academic Programs

The Minister of Science held a meeting with the university administration At the Kyrgyz State Technical University (KRSU), a radical reduction of educational programs is planned. This information became known after the meeting of Gulzat Isamatova, the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations, with the university administration. As reported by KRSU Rector Sergey Volkov, the university's development strategy has been revised, covering many aspects, including the construction

27.01.2026, 13:15
Erzhan Tokotaev returned to "Alga"
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Erzhan Tokotaev returned to "Alga"

The club "Alga" officially confirmed that 25-year-old goalkeeper Erzhan Tokotaev has signed a new contract with the team. Last season, he defended the goal for the Uzbek club "Andijan," where he gained valuable international experience playing in the Super League.

27.01.2026, 13:14
At Issyk-Kul, poacher nets continue to be detected and disposed of
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At Issyk-Kul, poacher nets continue to be detected and disposed of

A raid aimed at combating poaching took place in the Issyk-Kul region. Specialists from the Issyk-Kul Regional Department of Environmental and Technical Supervision, operating under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, confiscated illegal fishing nets and organized their disposal, as reported by the agency's press service.

27.01.2026, 13:06
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Deputy: The decision of the constitutional committee of the Housing and Utilities Sector to reject the versions of the anthem will be brought to the parliament meeting.

None of the proposed options for the new national anthem of Kyrgyzstan received approval, said Kurmankul Zulushiev, chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Constitutional Legislation, commenting on the decision to reject the anthem options. According to Zulushiev, the deputies reviewed three versions of the anthem, evaluating both the text and the musical accompaniment. However, none of the presented projects were deemed sufficient, and the committee decided to reject them, setting a

27.01.2026, 12:54
The Ministry of Justice spoke about the punishment for lawyers
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The Ministry of Justice spoke about the punishment for lawyers

Citizens can report their complaints to the Ministry of Justice At a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to constitutional legislation and regulations, Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov shared information about the measures of accountability concerning lawyers working at the state's expense.

27.01.2026, 12:33
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The musicologist explained why no version is suitable for the national anthem.

Chynar Umetalieva, a cultural expert and musicologist, expresses the opinion that the anthem of Kyrgyzstan is an outstanding work that fully meets the requirements of this musical genre. She participated in the commission of the Ministry of Culture, which evaluated the works submitted for the competition to create a new anthem. According to Umetalieva, only experienced composers can create an anthem, as writing music of this level can be a challenging task even for talented musicians. The music

27.01.2026, 12:33
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"The national anthem should awaken the spirit of the people," - commission member Syrtbay Musaev

Syrtbai Musaev, former chairman of the National Commission for the State Language and a member of the commission working on the new version of the text and music of the national anthem, shared his thoughts on the anthem. Recently, the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and the Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh reviewed three versions of the anthem, but all were rejected.

27.01.2026, 12:31
Secretary of State: The Formation of a Culture of Celebrating Events is Part of the National Quest
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Secretary of State: The Formation of a Culture of Celebrating Events is Part of the National Quest

The formation of a culture for both celebrations and memorials in Kyrgyzstan has become an important aspect of public and national discourse. This was reported by Arslan Koichiev, the state secretary, during the broadcast of the program "Elden Sobol" on the "Kabar" agency. Koichiev emphasized that Kyrgyz society is closely tied to traditions and customs, making it impossible to abandon them rapidly.

27.01.2026, 12:22
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In Naryn, camels are bred: up to 400 kilograms of meat can be obtained from one individual

Boto Kuronkee from the village of Togolok, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, is actively engaged in camel breeding, which has become increasingly rare in Kyrgyzstan in recent years. This is reported by the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. According to the ministry, the tradition of camel breeding has been passed down in Boto's family from generation to generation. His father started this business back in the 1980s, and now his son continues the work.

27.01.2026, 12:07
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The deputy criticized the proposed options for the anthem of Kyrgyzstan

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Constitutional Legislation, Deputy Kurmankul Zulushov stated that the proposed options for the national anthem do not meet the necessary quality standards in both music and lyrics. He emphasized that during the discussion, all three options were carefully considered; however, none of them demonstrated significant advantages sufficient for approval as the anthem.

27.01.2026, 12:07
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Graduates of the MKhAT School-Studio Oppose the Appointment of Bogomolov as Rector

Actress Marianna Spivak published this letter on her Instagram, representing the opinion of alumni. Similar appeals were also posted on social media by Yulia Menshova and actor Anton Shagin, RBC reports. The author of the letter emphasizes that in the school-studio, the rector was traditionally chosen "by the entire MKhAT community," which helps maintain continuity. The decision by the Ministry of Culture to appoint Bogomolov, in the opinion of the authors, violates these traditions

27.01.2026, 11:58
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Ministry of Justice: In Kyrgyzstan, there is one lawyer for every 21,000 people

In Kyrgyzstan, there is an average of 21,000 people per lawyer, as stated by Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Constitutional Legislation on January 27. In comparison, in the United States, this figure is approximately 300 people per lawyer, while in European countries it ranges from 500 to 2,000 people. Sydykov noted that the shortage of lawyers is particularly acute in remote and densely populated areas, where there is often a lack of

27.01.2026, 11:53
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Lawyers of the state legal aid system do not work for free; their fees are paid by the government, - Ministry of Justice

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Constitutional Legislation on January 27, Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov explained that lawyers providing services under the state legal aid program do not work for free. Their remuneration is financed from the state budget. Sydykov noted that there is often confusion in society due to the term "free lawyer." "Legal aid indeed does not require payment from citizens; however, lawyers receive payment according to

27.01.2026, 11:49
Kyrgyz Medics Abroad Ready to Help Domestic Doctors, and Even Return
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Kyrgyz Medics Abroad Ready to Help Domestic Doctors, and Even Return

A virtual conference on experience exchange was held at the ministry The online meeting, organized by the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, brought together Kyrgyz doctors working in various countries, including Germany, the USA, the UK, Russia, and Middle Eastern states. The event was led by Deputy Ministers Bakytbek Kadyraliev and Temirbek Erkinov, as reported by the ministry's press service.

27.01.2026, 11:48
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Every day, 70-100 homeless people use the services of "Kolomto"

The municipal institution "Kolomto" carries out activities for the social protection and rehabilitation of citizens without permanent housing. This center, located in the Pervomaisky district, has a capacity for 70 people, but daily assistance is provided to between 70 and 100 homeless individuals. This information was presented in the Program for the Development of Social Protection of the Population of the capital, Bishkek, for the period 2026-2028. Funding for "Kolomto"

27.01.2026, 11:48
Camels Return to the Mountains. A Farmer from Naryn Revives a Forgotten Craft
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Camels Return to the Mountains. A Farmer from Naryn Revives a Forgotten Craft

In the Naryn region, in the high-altitude village of Togolok, farmer Boto Kuroonkeev is reviving an old tradition — camel breeding. This information was announced by the Ministry of Agriculture. The agency emphasized that camel husbandry in Kyrgyzstan is gradually fading into the past, but the Kuroonkeev family has managed to preserve and develop this tradition.

27.01.2026, 11:41
Attention! Avalanche Risk on the Mountain Roads of Kyrgyzstan
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Attention! Avalanche Risk on the Mountain Roads of Kyrgyzstan

According to a statement from the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, heavy precipitation is expected in Kyrgyzstan from January 27 to 29, which may lead to avalanches in mountainous areas. According to the agency's information, the most dangerous sections are located on the Bishkek-Osh highway (from 198 to 255 km, including the Ala-Bel pass and the Chychkan gorge) and the Karakol-Enilchek road (from 45 to 90 km, Chon-Ashuu pass). Snow drifts and icy conditions may

27.01.2026, 11:38
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The Ministry of Culture presented three options for the new anthem of Kyrgyzstan.

On January 27, a meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation of the Jogorku Kenesh took place, dedicated to discussing new versions of the national anthem of Kyrgyzstan. The Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliev, reported that from February 7 to March 20, about 700 proposals were received. However, the commission, after evaluating all the submitted works, concluded that none of them met the established requirements, which led to the cancellation of the competition. It was

27.01.2026, 11:36
In Kyrgyzstan, there is one public defender for every 21,000 people
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In Kyrgyzstan, there is one public defender for every 21,000 people

In some regions, lawyers are completely absent During a meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation, state structure, and local self-government, Deputy Minister of Justice Orzbek Sydykov reported that in Kyrgyzstan, there is one lawyer for every 21,000 people, while the services of lawyers are funded by the state.

27.01.2026, 11:27
Working Abroad: How to Earn 300,000 Soms and Avoid Becoming a Victim of Fraudsters
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Working Abroad: How to Earn 300,000 Soms and Avoid Becoming a Victim of Fraudsters

Photo from the internet. Baktybek Kudayberdiev In recent years, there has been an increase in the number of citizens of Kyrgyzstan traveling abroad for legal employment. The Director of the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad at the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration, Baktybek Kudayberdiev, spoke to 24.kg about current directions, the selection process, challenges faced by labor migrants, and how to avoid fraudsters. — Which countries are currently open to Kyrgyz citizens

27.01.2026, 11:14
India will transfer a linear accelerator to Kyrgyzstan
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India will transfer a linear accelerator to Kyrgyzstan

Photo 24.kg At a ceremonial reception organized by the Indian Embassy in Bishkek in honor of the 77th anniversary of Republic Day, the transfer of modern medical equipment to Kyrgyzstan for the fight against cancer was announced. Diplomats, representatives of government structures, as well as prominent figures in culture and art attended the event.

27.01.2026, 11:14
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In the KR, it is proposed to introduce the institution of legal representatives for participation in courts

The Ministry of Justice has presented amendments to the Law "On Advocacy and Advocacy Activities," which introduce a new institution of legal representatives. Deputy Minister of Justice Orozbek Sydykov shared the new initiatives at a meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation. According to him, legal representatives will be able to represent the interests of citizens in civil and administrative courts, acting on the basis of a power of attorney, just like lawyers.

27.01.2026, 11:07
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A meeting of the working group on preparations for the World Nomad Games was held at the Ministry of Culture

On January 26, a meeting of the working group dedicated to the preparation for the World Nomad Games, scheduled for September of this year, was held at the Ministry of Culture under the leadership of Minister Mirbek Mambetaliev. According to the ministry's press service, the event was attended by deputy ministers, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, as well as Nursultan Adenov, the head of the International Secretariat of the World Nomad

27.01.2026, 11:01