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In Osh, drug enforcement officers detained previously convicted individuals during the sale of hashish

According to the Drug Control Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, on January 13, four individuals suspected of selling hashish were detained in Osh. The operation to apprehend them was carried out at the moment the accused attempted to sell the narcotic substance. A criminal case has been initiated under Article 282 ("Illegal production of narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, and their analogs for the purpose of sale") of the Criminal Code of Kyrgyzstan.

13.01.2026, 11:51
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For the elections in district No. 13, the Central Election Commission has designated banks for opening electoral funds.

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the selection of banks that will be responsible for opening specialized accounts for the electoral funds of candidates and political parties. This is related to the upcoming repeat elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the № 13 multi-mandate district. According to the decision of the CEC, "Eldik Bank" and "Aiyl Bank" have been chosen to open these accounts. These financial

13.01.2026, 11:39
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Candidates for deputies proposed not to fine for children at election meetings

At a meeting of the parliamentary committee on constitutional legislation, state structure, and local self-government, member of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev expressed the opinion that candidates for elections in Kyrgyzstan should not be held responsible if minors are present during their campaign meetings with voters. Dastan Bekeshev noted that in the past, candidates were often fined for the presence of children at their meetings, with the fine amounting to 7,500 soms.

13.01.2026, 11:15
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The Central Election Commission prematurely terminated the powers of a number of deputies of local councils. The names of the new ones

The Central Election Commission confirmed the decisions of the territorial election commissions of the Panfilov, Nookat, Alay, Toktogul, and Jeti-Oguz districts regarding the early termination of the powers of a number of local council deputies at a meeting on January 12. Among these decisions was the exclusion of some registered candidates from the lists, as well as the transfer of vacant mandates to the next candidates on the list.

13.01.2026, 11:11
Solovyov allowed for military operations in Russia's spheres of influence
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Solovyov allowed for military operations in Russia's spheres of influence

In his recent broadcast, Vladimir Solovyov emphasized Russia's foreign policy priorities, comparing them to Donald Trump's straightforward strategy. He mentioned the American president's statements regarding claims on Greenland and Venezuela, stressing that Russia should demonstrate the same determination in defending its interests.

13.01.2026, 10:57
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Cutting Officials - Paying Bonuses: How Saved Money Will Be Redistributed

President Sadyr Japarov has signed a new decree regarding the redistribution of finances released during the debureaucratization of the civil service. The aim of the document is to ensure more effective use of the budget, which is formed as a result of staff reductions in government agencies, as well as their reorganization or liquidation. First and foremost, the allocated funds will go towards compensations for dismissed employees in accordance with labor legislation, as well as covering

13.01.2026, 10:40
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Where the Money from "Beautiful" License Plates Will Go: The Cabinet is Changing the Rules

The government of the country has updated the regulation concerning the procedure for using funds received by budgetary institutions in special and deposit accounts within the framework of the Unified Treasury Account. As a result of the new decisions, the list of sources of income and directions for their use has been expanded. In particular, an item has been added to the appendix of the document that describes the allocation of funds for the development of civil aviation. Furthermore, the

13.01.2026, 10:32
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The law on amendments to taxes, social insurance, and non-tax revenues has been adopted. What will change?

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a law concerning changes in the areas of taxation, social insurance, and non-tax revenues. The new document amends several codes and introduces changes to the administration mechanisms of certain payments and measures of liability for violations. Among the key changes is the repeal of part 3 of Article 15 in the Administrative Procedure Code. The Code on Non-Tax Revenues clarifies the functions of tax authorities, including fees

13.01.2026, 10:30
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The President Introduced Temporary Regulation of Vehicle Inspections and Frozen Prices

Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, signed a decree regarding urgent measures aimed at improving the organization of vehicle technical inspections. This document is intended to enhance road safety, improve the quality of services, and stabilize prices in the field of technical inspections. According to this decree, from January 1 to December 31, 2026, temporary legal regulations will be introduced in the republic, which include the centralization of state control in the area of

13.01.2026, 09:59
The Cabinet clarified the safety rules for the operation of attractions
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The Cabinet clarified the safety rules for the operation of attractions

The Cabinet of Ministers approved updates to its resolution from April 12, 2024, No. 171, regarding the rules for the safe operation of attractions. These changes were made to align regulatory acts with current legislation. Photo from the internet In the updated document, some formulations and norms have been removed, including references to the law on industrial safety of hazardous production facilities, and the word "production" has been removed from several points. Paragraph 245

13.01.2026, 09:56
An expert spoke about the superweapon that "disabled" Maduro's security.
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An expert spoke about the superweapon that "disabled" Maduro's security.

Maduro's guard reported to the media that during the detention of the President of Venezuela, a secret weapon capable of generating powerful sound waves was used. According to him, this led to nosebleeds and vomiting among the guards, who felt as if their "heads were exploding from the inside" and were unable to move.

13.01.2026, 09:39
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Armenian Foreign Ministry handed a note of protest to the Russian ambassador over the words of host Solovyov

Russian Ambassador Sergey Kopyrkin was summoned to the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he was handed a note of protest. This step was taken in response to statements made by television host Vladimir Solovyov, who declared the necessity for Russia to conduct military operations in the near abroad to ensure national security. Armenian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ani Badalyan reported on this incident. In the note of protest, deep outrage is expressed regarding Solovyov's words

13.01.2026, 09:15
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The Ministry of Health removed the heads of two cardiology centers

In Kyrgyzstan, at the Ministry of Health, as a result of an on-site inspection and amid rising mortality from cardiovascular diseases, two key leaders of cardiology centers were relieved of their duties. The meeting, chaired by Health Minister Kanbek Dosmambetov, took place on January 12, where the results of the inspection of the National Center for Cardiology and Therapy named after M. Mirrakhimov (NCKiT) and the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation (NIIHSiTO) were

12.01.2026, 22:15
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The Central Election Commission accredited 16 media outlets to participate in the campaigning for the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 13.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on January 12, during which the issue of accrediting media outlets and online publications for participation in the election campaign related to the repeat elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for constituency No. 13 was discussed. These elections are scheduled for March 1, 2026. As a result of the work of the working group, which proposed a number of recommendations on the rules for conducting the campaign, the CEC issued accreditation to

12.01.2026, 20:53
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The Ministry of Construction has put forward for discussion a draft regulation on the design of court buildings.

A draft order developed by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services has been put forward for public discussion, concerning the approval of the Code of Rules "Design of Service Premises for the Courts of the Kyrgyz Republic." The project provides for the establishment of unified mandatory standards for the design of service premises for the courts, aimed at creating comfortable conditions for justice, improving the functioning of judicial bodies, as

12.01.2026, 20:32
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The Central Election Commission accredited 16 media outlets for campaigning in the repeat elections for the Housing Council in District No. 13.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic announced that 16 media outlets have been accredited to participate in the pre-election campaigning for the repeat elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh in the multi-mandate district No. 13. Among the accredited resources are one print publication, nine television channels, three radio stations, and three online publications.

12.01.2026, 19:07
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Over $30 Million for Pandemic Protection and Strengthening Food Security

Kyrgyzstan will receive more than 30 million dollars as part of the "Phase 1 for Kyrgyzstan" project under the "One Health" Program. This information was announced at a meeting of the parliamentary committee that deals with issues of agricultural policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection. First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Zhanibek Kerimaliev emphasized that this project is part of a global

12.01.2026, 15:59
The State Has Become Stronger: Imankulov on the Fight Against Corruption, Defense, and the Budget
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The State Has Become Stronger: Imankulov on the Fight Against Corruption, Defense, and the Budget

In an interview with Birinchi Radio, former State Secretary of Kyrgyzstan Marat Imankulov summarized the achievements of the current government and discussed significant changes in the areas of security, economy, and public administration. Imankulov noted that in recent years, the results of the government's work have been actively discussed in society, and he himself conducted a thorough analysis of the analytical data for this period. According to him, over the five-year term, they

12.01.2026, 15:45
Sadyr Japarov commented on the prices of mortgage apartments
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Sadyr Japarov commented on the prices of mortgage apartments

At the event, the president congratulated the new homeowners and expressed hope that the coming year would be a time of prosperity and sustainable development for the entire country. He emphasized the importance of fulfilling the set tasks aimed at improving the lives of citizens. Providing affordable housing remains a key direction of state policy. The "Muras" complex consists of 39 blocks, 19 of which have already been built. During the current phase, keys to 1,080 apartments were

12.01.2026, 14:53
Marat Imankulov: In five years, more has been done in the country than in decades before
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Marat Imankulov: In five years, more has been done in the country than in decades before

In an interview with "Birinchi Radio," Marat Imankulov, who held the position of State Secretary of Kyrgyzstan, summarized the work of the current government, discussing important changes in the areas of security, economy, and public administration. As the former State Secretary noted, the results of the government's work over the past years are actively discussed in society. He thoroughly reviewed the main achievements during this period and emphasized that a significant number

12.01.2026, 13:49
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In the Kyrgyz Republic, the list of categories of workers with special working conditions and their working hours has been approved.

The government of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a list of categories of workers who carry out their activities under special working conditions, as well as established the duration of their working hours. This decision was signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, as reported by the government press service. The main goal of this resolution is to create a legal framework for regulating working hours for certain categories of workers engaged in specific working conditions, which aligns

12.01.2026, 13:40
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In Kyrgyzstan, over a hundred professions will receive a special work schedule

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to introduce a special work schedule for certain categories of specialists. The corresponding resolution was signed by the head of the government, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The document is intended for the legal regulation of working hours for those engaged in work under special conditions, in accordance with the requirements of the Labor Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the same time, specific working conditions and the level of professional workload are taken

12.01.2026, 13:24
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The project for the expansion of the wastewater treatment facilities in the city of Osh will begin in two months.

In Osh, the implementation of a project to expand the sewage treatment facilities will begin in two months. This became known at a meeting of the parliamentary committee on international affairs, defense, security, and migration, where Azamat Shadmanov, the director of the State Institution "Development of Drinking Water Supply and Wastewater Disposal" under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, spoke. Shadmanov reported that within the framework of

12.01.2026, 13:23
New York Post: The USA Used Directed Energy Weapons in the Capture of Maduro
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New York Post: The USA Used Directed Energy Weapons in the Capture of Maduro

According to the New York Post, during the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro, the commandos involved used a powerful secret weapon that caused his guards and military personnel to "fall to their knees." This became known through an interview with one of the soldiers guarding Maduro, published on X by representatives of the White House.

12.01.2026, 12:03
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Business Support: Taxes Reduced and Certain Licenses Abolished

President Sadyr Japarov has approved a draft law that amends various legislative acts related to taxation and social insurance. This was reported by the Tax Service. According to the agency's information, the aim of the new law is to support both individuals and legal entities, and its adoption is part of the implementation of the Decree dated December 5, 2025, aimed at improving the economic situation in the country.

12.01.2026, 11:57
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Vladimir Putin submitted laws on the collection of alimony in the CIS countries to the State Duma

The President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, presented a number of bills to the State Duma concerning the ratification of protocols on the collection of alimony for CIS countries. Information about the documents is available in the electronic database of the State Duma. The protocols, signed on May 13, 2025, on behalf of the Russian Federation, amend the conventions signed on January 22, 1993, and October 7, 2002, which relate to legal assistance and legal relations in the fields of civil, family,

12.01.2026, 11:52
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A free hotel for pilgrims from Kyrgyzstan has begun construction in Mecca

Construction has begun on a hotel in Mecca that will provide free accommodation for citizens of Kyrgyzstan, including pilgrims and students. This was reported by Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy service at the presidential administration. According to Orunbekov, the project is being implemented with the support of President Sadyr Japarov. The new hotel is intended for Kyrgyz citizens who come to Saudi Arabia for Hajj or studies.

12.01.2026, 10:51
The Mayor of Osh proposed to name a street in honor of Bayaman Erkinbaev
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The Mayor of Osh proposed to name a street in honor of Bayaman Erkinbaev

The possibility of naming one of the streets in Osh in honor of Bayaman Erkinbaev, a former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, is being discussed at the level of the city administration. The initiative was proposed by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev during his recent trip around the city. He noted that the issue of commemorating Erkinbaev will be considered according to established procedures, and there is also a possibility of installing a monument.

12.01.2026, 10:28
Citizens of Kazakhstan Became "Violators" in Kyrgyzstan Due to System Failure
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Citizens of Kazakhstan Became "Violators" in Kyrgyzstan Due to System Failure

Bakhaidir Buakhanovich Khasanbaev, head of the Uzbek Ethnocultural Association in the Merken District of the Zhambyl Region of the Republic of Kazakhstan, shared with VB.KG information about the problems related to the new rules for the stay of citizens of Kazakhstan in the Kyrgyz Republic, which came into effect on September 1, 2025. According to him, he receives numerous appeals from citizens, and he believes it is important to draw the attention of government agencies, such as the Ministry

12.01.2026, 09:42
Donald Trump "proclaimed" himself acting president of Venezuela
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Donald Trump "proclaimed" himself acting president of Venezuela

In his post on the Truth Social platform, Donald Trump stated that he holds the position of acting president of Venezuela. He accompanied this statement with a screenshot that allegedly came from "Wikipedia" and indicates his supposed role in the government of the Bolivarian Republic starting from January 2026.

12.01.2026, 09:22
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How much will be spent on organizing the World Nomad Games, an official reported

From September 1 to 6, the VI World Nomad Games (WNG) will take place at the new "Bishkek-Arena" stadium. This was announced by the Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev. According to him, President Sadyr Japarov is personally overseeing the preparations for the Games, and the organizing committee is led by the head of the president's office, Kanibek Tumanbaev.

12.01.2026, 07:37
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Trump banned any operations with income from Venezuelan oil without permission

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order that prohibits any activities related to revenues from Venezuelan oil without special permission. Revenues from sales are kept in accounts of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, as well as in the Central Bank of Venezuela and the state oil company Petroleos de Venezuela. The document notes that these funds belong to Venezuela, and the United States acts as custodians.

11.01.2026, 21:41
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Europe discusses the deployment of NATO troops in Greenland against the backdrop of Trump's statements

In light of recent statements by U.S. President Donald Trump, several European countries are actively discussing the possibility of deploying NATO military forces on the territory of Greenland. This decision could demonstrate a unified position of the alliance and possibly convince Trump to abandon the idea of annexing the island, reports The Telegraph. According to the publication, the United Kingdom is consulting with allies regarding the potential deployment of NATO forces on this

11.01.2026, 17:23
Tokaev and Trump Will Meet Again, U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Reports
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Tokaev and Trump Will Meet Again, U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan Reports

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the President of Kazakhstan, and Donald Trump, the President of the United States, continue to maintain an active and trusting dialogue. In the near future, they will meet again, as reported by Julie Stufft, the new U.S. Ambassador to Kazakhstan, during her recent meeting with Tokayev. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Donald Trump are preparing for a new meeting

11.01.2026, 10:15
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The authorities allocated over 100 million soms for Naryn to survive the abnormal frosts.

Due to the abnormally low temperatures, the authorities have allocated over 100 million soms to help Naryn cope with harsh winter conditions. This was reported by the chairwoman of the Energy Committee of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan, Kundus Kyrbashova, on her social media page =AZZdI8yMx27PNbI7JrUzIhkXdv9qDfxIVGF94PB3SOwk3tuOemT2IgyJXCdnvz9Zk4qbWAose4_uD-k5LUz8OOzfWDjeabwM9iUBvpJ8xO2DR0BSjj8-Hx9ZtJLF8sK_uY49wDbRB5UsAHM5U0Xc97Ms&__tn__=%2CO%2CP-R]. Kyrbashova

10.01.2026, 20:52
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Donald Trump Ready to Sell Venezuelan Oil to Russia and China

At a meeting with representatives of major energy companies such as Chevron, Shell, and Exxon, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed his readiness to sell Venezuelan oil to China and Russia. "We are open for business. The People's Republic of China can purchase any amount of oil from us, both on its territory and in the United States. Russia will also be able to receive all the necessary volumes from us," Trump noted, as reported by DW. During the same meeting, Trump explained

10.01.2026, 16:09
Europe needs to start talking to Russia - Prime Minister of Italy
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Europe needs to start talking to Russia - Prime Minister of Italy

According to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, it is time for Europe to start a dialogue with Russia. She emphasized that it is important for European leaders to develop a coordinated position and negotiate with both Kyiv and Moscow, as reported by Il Secolo d’Italia. Photo Il Secolo d’Italia

10.01.2026, 14:38