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Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Approved a Roadmap for Cooperation and Trade Agreements

Today, February 13, the first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council took place in Bishkek, chaired by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, and Kohir Rasulzoda, the head of the government of Tajikistan. The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers reported on the results of the meeting. During the discussions, Adylbek Kasymaliev noted that Kyrgyzstan is ready to increase the volumes of supplies of meat and dairy products, textile industry goods, coal, as well as

13.02.2026, 15:36

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Charging stations for electric vehicles are being installed near power lines and roads, - JSC "Chakan HPP"

- In an interview with the radio station, Kanat Askeev, Deputy General Director of OJSC "Chakan HPP," spoke about how the selection of sites for the installation of charging stations for electric vehicles is carried out. “The main factors in choosing locations were the proximity of power lines, closeness to transformers, and access to roads. We preferred sites that ensure minimal connection costs and convenient access for drivers,” Askeev noted.

13.02.2026, 15:32

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Futsal Referees Awarded FIFA Licenses

An important event took place in the world of futsal in Kyrgyzstan: the General Secretary of the Kyrgyz Football Union, Mederbek Sydykov, awarded international FIFA licenses for 2026 to two referees — Talant Raimberdiev and Nurbek Arstanbek uulu. The press service of the KFU reported that the FIFA license for Timur Toktobaev will be awarded in the coming days, as he is currently in Osh.

13.02.2026, 15:32

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Kyrgyzstan in 2025 was visited by 86,000 tourists from Tajikistan

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan saw a significant increase in the number of tourists from Tajikistan, reaching 86,000 people, which is 12 times more compared to the previous year. This was reported by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and head of the President's Administration. This data was announced at the first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik intergovernmental council, which took place in Bishkek. During the meeting, held by Kasymaliev and the Prime

13.02.2026, 15:30

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Edil Baisalov: The Economic Power of the Country is Rooted in the Industrial Development of Naryn

The final board meeting organized by the office of the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic took place in the Naryn region. The Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov attended the event, as reported by the country's government. At the meeting, the results of the socio-economic development of the region were summarized, noting that by 2025, the volume of industrial production in the region will increase by 2.5 times. The launch of a new enterprise at the

13.02.2026, 15:29

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In 2026, 119 km of roads will be built and reconstructed in Bishkek - Mayor

At the meeting of the collegium, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, shared ambitious plans for improving the road and transport infrastructure. According to him, in 2026, the capital will see the construction and reconstruction of 119 kilometers of roads and bridges, which includes: 19 kilometers of new road surfaces; 100 kilometers of existing roads that will be updated; 6 new bridges; 1 road interchange funded from the local budget. Additionally, plans include the construction of 28

13.02.2026, 15:26

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The new presidential representative in parliament is Bektur Zulpiev.

Bektur Rysbaevich Zulpiyev has been appointed as the authorized representative of the president and the cabinet of ministers in the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic. The signature on the corresponding decree belongs to the chairman of the cabinet of ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev.

13.02.2026, 15:24

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Felix Kulov: The President was obliged to respond to the situation that could have caused a rift

Public and political figure, as well as former Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan Felix Kulov commented on recent political events that have caused a wide resonance in an interview with the IA "Kabar." He noted that the head of state should have intervened in a situation that threatened the unity of society and could have led to instability. Kulov expressed his firm position against the idea of holding early elections, considering it a mistaken step from both a legal and political

13.02.2026, 15:24

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The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Border Projects and the Issyk-Kul – Almaty Road

On February 13, 2026, a meeting took place in Bishkek between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and his Kazakh counterpart, Ermek Kosherbaev, who arrived on an official visit. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the negotiations, the key aspects of bilateral cooperation were discussed, including political, economic, water-energy, and cultural areas. In particular, emphasis was

13.02.2026, 15:18

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City Hall: Major Repairs of Sidewalks Completed on 25 Streets with a Total Length of 28.2 km

During the meeting held by the city hall, results were summarized regarding the construction and improvement of road infrastructure for the year 2025. According to information from the department, the reconstruction of the "Alga" sports complex has been successfully completed, significantly improving the conditions for training and holding sports events. A small arena accommodating 5,000 spectators ("Zhashtyk") has also been built at the D. Omurzakov stadium, the pedestal

13.02.2026, 15:13

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Pavel Durov explained to Roskomnadzor how the Chinese internet actually works

According to Durov, WeChat became the leader in the messenger market in the early 2010s due to real competitive struggles with other services, including international ones like WhatsApp, which operated without restrictions at that time. Only after WeChat gained a wide audience did the government begin to integrate its services into this messenger. Durov also draws parallels with the situation in other countries, such as South Korea and Japan, where the messengers KakaoTalk and LINE took

13.02.2026, 14:59

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In 2026, a new master plan for Bishkek will be officially approved

On February 12, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, announced the development of a new general plan for the capital, covering the period until 2050. According to him, the final approval of the document is scheduled for 2026. The goal of the general plan is to organize the city's development, implement modern urban planning solutions, create safe and comfortable living conditions, and improve the quality of life for its residents. “Last year, extensive research was conducted on

13.02.2026, 14:59

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The Development Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic will allocate 50 million dollars for "green" loans for businesses.

On February 12, an agreement was signed in Bishkek between the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, under which a concessional loan of 50 million US dollars was allocated for the State Development Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Ministry of Finance reported that the funds received will be used to support micro, small, and medium enterprises engaged in the implementation of "green" and resource-saving initiatives aimed at:

13.02.2026, 14:59

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The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan Discussed Current Issues of Bilateral Cooperation

During the meeting, the ministers discussed the implementation of several significant projects, such as the construction of an industrial trade and logistics complex at the border, the establishment of a wholesale distribution center in the Almaty region for the storage of vegetables and fruits, the alternative highway from Issyk-Kul to Almaty, as well as the modernization of border crossing points and bridges on the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the

13.02.2026, 14:55

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Former priest of the Russian Orthodox Church, Iakov Vorontsov, detained in Almaty — he is charged with "organizing a brothel"

During the detention, according to law enforcement information, a man born in 1986 was identified. During the search, powdery substances were discovered, and a medical examination confirmed his drug use. The police confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, and all circumstances and individuals involved in this activity are currently being clarified. Iakov Vorontsov previously held the position of hieromonk in the Astana and Almaty dioceses of the Russian Orthodox Church. His name became

13.02.2026, 14:50

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Kazakhstan Plans to Triple the Total Installed Capacity of Hydroelectric Power Plants by the End of 2030

- By the end of 2030, Kazakhstan intends to triple the installed capacity of hydroelectric power plants, according to information from the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan. On February 13, the ministry reported that there are currently 43 hydroelectric facilities operating in the country with a total installed capacity of 313 MW.

13.02.2026, 14:41

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The Internal Audit Department of the Bishkek City Hall has identified violations of financial discipline at the Sports School for Children and Youth "Dolphin"

As a result of this audit, it was also established that 414.5 thousand soms were restored to the city budget. The audit materials have been forwarded to the Bishkek city prosecutor's office for further legal analysis and assessment of the situation.

13.02.2026, 14:34

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The first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council took place

In Bishkek, the first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council took place, attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda. This was reported in an official statement from the government of Kyrgyzstan. Adylbek Kasymaliev emphasized that the upcoming year 2025 will be significant for the relations between the two countries, which reflects the high level of political dialogue and the desire

13.02.2026, 14:30

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In Bishkek, 2078 light points were installed in 2025 for 48.8 million soms

In Bishkek, under the leadership of Mayor Adylbek Kasymaliev, a board meeting was held to summarize the results of the city's socio-economic development for 2025 and to determine tasks for 2026. According to the city hall, the first deputy mayor, Mirlanbek Baigonchokov, reported on the completed work within the framework of the reform of administrative-territorial structure and digitalization.

13.02.2026, 14:22

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Pet burials alongside their owners allowed in São Paulo, Brazil

In the most populous state of Brazil, São Paulo, a law has been passed allowing the burial of pets in the same grave as their owners. This was reported by Kazinform, citing the BBC. The legislation establishes the need to comply with sanitary norms, which will be determined by local funeral services. It is important to note that the document also emphasizes the "emotional bond between people and their pets." The new law has received the unofficial name "Bob the

13.02.2026, 14:17

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Who Will Compete for the Super 4 Wrestling Championship Title – List

In Bishkek, on January 12, a press conference was held dedicated to the international tournament Super 4 Wrestling (S4W), according to the city hall's information. At the event, athletes underwent official weigh-ins corresponding to their weight categories and conducted traditional "stare-downs" before the upcoming matches. Among the participants of the press conference were the General Director of USP and the initiator of the Super 4 Wrestling project, Kazimir Bayramukov, the

13.02.2026, 14:08

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In a new video, the CIA convinces Chinese officers to work for the U.S. amid purges of Chinese generals.

On Thursday, the CIA released a new video in Chinese aimed at recruiting spies from among Chinese military personnel dissatisfied with corruption in their government and the purges of high-ranking generals being carried out by Xi Jinping. According to a CIA representative, the video features a fictional officer faced with a difficult choice: to remain true to his principles and secure a better future for his family by contacting the agency. The video includes a narrator's voice: “Anyone

13.02.2026, 14:08

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A Huge Anomaly in the Shape of a "Smile" Detected on the Sun

According to information from RIA Novosti, citing the Telegram channel of the Solar Astronomy Laboratory at the Institute of Space Research of the Russian Academy of Sciences, a shape resembling a smile has appeared on the Sun. The publication reports that this "smiley" is impressively large—about 1.5 million kilometers.

13.02.2026, 14:03

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Sadyr Japarov met with the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda

During a working visit to Kyrgyzstan, the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, was received by President Sadyr Japarov. According to the press service of the President of Kyrgyzstan, the meeting focused on deepening bilateral relations.

13.02.2026, 14:02