The administration of U.S. President Donald Trump is actively considering the option of imposing a naval blockade on Cuba in order to stop oil supplies to the island. This is reported by Meduza. As of now, a final decision has not yet been made, as there are both supporters and opponents of this measure within the administration.
The National Kurultai of Kazakhstan, held on January 20, initiated a discussion on the introduction of the vice-presidency. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev expressed his position, emphasizing the need to simplify the hierarchy of power to ensure stability in governance. In Kyrgyzstan, a similar position existed in the early 1990s but lasted for a short time. The editorial team of Kaktus.media recalls the events that led to its abolition and subsequent attempts to revive this institution.
Photo of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Volker Frobarth (left) and Meder Abakirov Feridun Sinirlioğlu, the Secretary General of the OSCE, is set to visit the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek. This information emerged during a meeting between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Meder Abakirov, and the head of the OSCE Program Office in the country, Volker Frobarth. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, issues of cooperation between the republic and
Today, January 23, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan between Deputy Foreign Minister Meder Abakirov and Volker Frobarth, head of the OSCE Program Office in Bishkek. This information was published by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting, various aspects of Kyrgyzstan's interaction with the OSCE were discussed, as well as key directions for 2026. One of the main topics was the upcoming high-profile
From January 15 to 21, 2026, a total of 78,959 applications were recorded as part of the program for exchanging indefinite driver's licenses for new samples. This information was provided on January 23 after an inspection of the work of the Department of the State Agency "Unaa," which is responsible for the replacement process. Applications were submitted in two formats:
During a meeting chaired by President Sadyr Japarov, current issues in the construction sector were discussed. The event was attended by leaders of major construction companies, representatives of government agencies, and the mayor of Bishkek. The format of the meeting allowed for active interaction with participants, enabling a detailed examination of pressing issues, as reported by the president's press service.
Kanibek Tumanbaev, the Chief of Staff of the President, initiated an unscheduled inspection at the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing. This was reported by the press service of the agency. During the visit, the official familiarized himself with the process of serving citizens and assessed compliance with safety standards.
Donald Trump, the President of the United States, announced through his profile on Truth that he is rescinding the invitation for Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to join the Council of Peace. He noted: "This message confirms that the Council of Peace is withdrawing its invitation to you regarding Canada's participation in the most respected council of leaders ever created. Thank you for your attention to this matter!"
A recent meeting between the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Department of Technical Regulation and Metrology, and the State Institution "Center for the Development of the Halal Industry" was held at the initiative of the company "Rikha". It is worth reminding that on January 19, 2026, at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic on Economy, Entrepreneurship, and Budget, accusations were made against the company
On the portal of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft law "On Amendments to the Law 'On Culture'" has been presented for public discussion. The aim of the document is to modernize the legal framework in the field of culture and to strengthen state support measures for publishing, the arts, and international cultural interaction. The draft includes several key changes.
The deputy explained his initiative to cancel additional payments Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev shared his thoughts in an interview with the publication "24.kg" regarding his initiative to cancel additional payments for night shifts.
A draft law has been presented to the Jogorku Kenesh that proposes changing the status of ten settlements in the Batken, Osh, and Talas regions to "ayil." This bill aims to alter the administrative status of several villages. According to the proposal, the following settlements may be classified as "ayil":
According to a statement from the Department of Health and Human Services, the United States has completed its withdrawal from the World Health Organization (WHO) without paying its debts. Bloomberg reports that the American debt to the WHO amounts to about $260 million. At the same time, according to the Associated Press, this amount may exceed $130 million.
At the meeting of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, where the results of the work for 2025 were summarized, the Chairman of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev, emphasized the importance of citizen safety as the main priority. The Minister of Internal Affairs, Ulan Niyazbekov, also participated in this event, presenting a comprehensive report on the current state of crime fighting, the implementation of digital technologies in police work, and measures to ensure public safety. Kasymaliev expressed
The keys to a new two-room apartment were handed over by the Chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, to a family that welcomed triplets last year, the press service of the agency reports. Young parents sought support in solving their housing problem, as their financial situation was difficult. Since their marriage in November 2024, they had been living in a rented apartment. The head of the family works in the construction sector.
Photo DER SPIEGEL The crisis related to the potential annexation of Greenland has revealed the vulnerability of the European Union under the pressure of Donald Trump's administration. Despite its economic and political power, the EU has shown an inability to take decisive action in recent years, which, according to Der Spiegel, is actively exploited by the White House. As events have shown, the behavior of European leaders—from attempts to get closer to Trump to unilateral concessions—has
In the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, a draft law concerning changes in the field of medical insurance was approved in the third reading. Deputy Marlen Mamataliyev shared how this will affect citizens and when they can expect to see the results of these changes.
Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev and Head of the Cabinet Adylbek Kasymaliev The Head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, handed over the keys to a new batch of special vehicles acquired as part of the energy sector modernization program. According to information from the Ministry of Energy, within the framework of the capital construction and technical renewal plan of JSC "NESC", 17 JAC–T8 vehicles
In Kyrgyzstan, the Cabinet of Ministers has initiated a public discussion regarding a new draft resolution that proposes changes to the existing rules for the valuation of state property. These changes are aimed at improving the practice of valuation activities and are related to the implementation of modern approaches to the alienation of state property in the context of investment agreements, which are concluded through direct negotiations. According to information from the government, the
On January 22, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, organized a traditional New Year reception for heads of diplomatic missions and international organizations. He emphasized that in 2026, the main task will be Kyrgyzstan's chairmanship in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the hosting of the anniversary summit in Bishkek. The republic will also host the VI World Nomad Games and the Issyk-Kul International Forum named after Ch. Aitmatov.
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Marlen Mamataliev shared with 24.kg what he meant by his proposal to revise the law regulating payment for night work at double rates. According to him, the main idea is to allow city services to perform their tasks at night without interfering with other road users during the day, thereby avoiding traffic jams.
According to Keegan, by 2026, Donald Trump will be able to completely dismantle the liberal world order that the United States has built over the past eighty years. He claims that American influence was based not only on military power but also on a "great deal," which involved Washington providing security to its allies in exchange for their loyalty and absence of aggressive intentions. However, this era has come to an end. Trump has decided to abandon the role of global arbiter,
At the New Year's reception for heads of diplomatic missions and international organizations, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, presented the main achievements of the country's foreign policy activities for 2025 and outlined key directions for 2026. In his speech to the diplomatic corps, the minister noted that last year Kyrgyzstan actively developed its foreign policy. During this period, 190 meetings at high and top levels were held, and 633
The epic "Manas" embodies the centuries-old aspirations of the Kyrgyz for a wise and just leader who can create a new state based not on oligarchy, but on other values. Currently, Sadyr Zaparov and Kamchybek Tashiev are on the path to realizing this dream.
On January 22, a traditional annual reception for representatives of the diplomatic corps was held in Bishkek, organized by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the event was attended by heads of diplomatic missions and international organizations accredited in the republic.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced the achievement of a "conceptual deal" with NATO regarding Greenland. In his post on the social network Truth Social, Trump noted: "After a productive meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, we have laid the groundwork for a future agreement concerning Greenland and the entire Arctic region. If realized, this will bring significant benefits to the U.S. and all NATO countries."
The updated rules for the distribution of tariff quotas for the import of various types of meat have been approved by the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan. This decision is aimed at aligning national legislation with the requirements of the Eurasian Economic Union and improving transparency in procedures. The introduced norms detail the procedure for distributing quotas, take into account import volumes, and establish priorities for local processing enterprises. The basis for this document
On January 23, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the detention of a police officer suspected of committing an official crime. According to the investigation, police lieutenant U.O.Sh., who works in the Department of Internal Affairs of Osh (GOM-3), exerted pressure on foreign citizens working in the city. Aware that these individuals did not have the necessary permits, he extorted monthly payments ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 soms for protection.
The honored architect of the Kyrgyz SSR and candidate of architecture Ishenbay Kadyrbekov recently shared his thoughts in an interview about the alarming situation concerning the historical and architectural heritage of Bishkek, as well as assessed the legality of excluding key objects from the list of cultural monuments.
At the forum in Davos, the first participants of the Gaza initiative were announced U.S. President Donald Trump announced the first members of his new initiative called the "Council of Peace" during the forum in Davos.
According to the new law adopted on January 21, strict administrative measures have been introduced for unauthorized processing and publication of citizens' personal information using AI technologies on the internet or in the media. Fines for such violations can range from 50 to 100 basic calculation units, which is equivalent to amounts from 20.6 to 41.2 million sums (approximately from 1.7 to 3.4 thousand US dollars).
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.
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
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,
On January 22, Adylbek Kasymaliev conducted an introductory tour of the M. Adyshev Institute of Geology, which is part of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the government press service. During the visit, Kasymaliev was presented with the main areas of scientific work and projects of the institute, as well as information about the contributions of scientists to the study of mineral resources and the development of geological research in the country.
According to information published in the British newspaper Daily Mail, U.S. President Donald Trump is considering offering residents of Greenland a payment of $1 million each if they decide to support the idea of the island joining the United States. The publication specifies that the population of Greenland is approximately 57,000 people, making this initiative financially feasible for the U.S. budget.
Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, signed a decree titled "On the Conduct of a Temporary National Campaign for the Free Replacement of Driver's Licenses." The launch of the campaign is scheduled for January 15, 2026, and will continue until the authorized state body decides to conclude it.
The Government of Kyrgyzstan is launching a new mechanism to protect victims of domestic violence, which includes protective orders with electronic monitoring. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Justice. As part of the pilot project, which is being implemented under the guidance of the government with the participation of the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Prosecutor General's Office, the Supreme Court, and the Department of Probation,
Photo from the internet. U.S. President Donald Trump Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan have decided to join an international organization known as the "Council of Peace." On January 22 in Davos, U.S. President Donald Trump signed the charter of this structure and announced his intention to lead it. According to Trump, once the organization is fully formed, it will have the ability to make a wide range of decisions. "When the 'Council of Peace' is fully ready, we will be able
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a new regulation regarding the management of budgetary loans. This order was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, as reported by the government press service. The regulation was developed in response to the need for state support through budgetary lending, which is necessary for sustainable economic growth, promoting the development of various sectors, improving life support infrastructure and public services, as well as ensuring national,
On January 22, a significant moment took place for the Special Boarding School for Children with Visual Impairments in Bishkek: Adylbek Kasymaliev handed over 10 Perkins Brailler Classic typewriters to the institution. This information was announced by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. More than 3 million soms were allocated from the reserve fund of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers for the purchase of 20 such typewriters. 10 units arrived in Bishkek, while the remaining 10
The special boarding school for visually impaired children in Bishkek received a donation of 10 Perkins Brailler Classic typewriters. This event was marked by the visit of Adylbek Kasymaliev, who took this important step to support the educational process, as reported by the government press service.
Photo of the cabinet. Adylbek Kasymaliev at the Institute of Geology The visit to the M. Adyshev Institute of Geology of the National Academy of Sciences took place under the leadership of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The scientists of the institute presented the current areas of work, projects, and contributions to the study of the mineral resource potential of Kyrgyzstan.
From January 1, 2026, a new allowance for families with children under three years old living in high-altitude and remote areas, as well as in certain border territories, has been introduced in Kyrgyzstan. This allowance is called "assistance for residents of high mountainous areas." On January 22, the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration held an informational meeting dedicated to the specifics of this social payment. Who can receive the allowance?Residents of
On January 21 and 22, 2026, events organized by the embassies of France and Germany took place in Bishkek, dedicated to the 63rd anniversary of the Élysée Treaty and the 7th anniversary of the Aachen Treaty. These agreements laid the foundation for a historic reconciliation between countries that were once enemies and now represent one of the strongest alliances in Europe.
The deputy proposed to carry out garbage collection and road repair work at night During a parliamentary session, deputy Marlen Mamataliyev stated that work related to road repairs and garbage collection should be carried out at night.
He will now represent the country in Mongolia According to information received from the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Aibek Moldogaziev has been relieved of his position as Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador to the USA.
According to the data from the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography of Kyrgyzstan, Kaktus.media has found out how many real estate properties are owned by foreign citizens. Since 1992, records have been kept, and to date, the largest number of properties belongs to citizens of Russia, Kazakhstan, and China. Generally, these properties were inherited by former citizens of Kyrgyzstan and their relatives.