Health / Exclusive

Cancer often doesn't hurt. What early signals should not be ignored

Cancerous diseases usually develop slowly and may not show external symptoms in the early stages, which often leads to late diagnosis of cancer. Experts from the RCUZ and MК emphasize that regular medical examinations, tests, and screenings play a key role in the timely detection of diseases when treatment is most effective, which can lead to complete recovery and improved quality of life.

04.02.2026, 15:26

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The Atlantic Council named price as a key factor in the development of the Trans-Caspian Corridor

- The formation of price competitiveness and cost is a crucial condition for improving logistics and promoting the Trans-Caspian Corridor. This statement was made on February 4 by Andrew D'Aniere, director of the Eurasian Center at the Atlantic Council, during the panel discussion "B5+1 Dialogue on Critical Minerals," held as part of the B5+1 business forum. D'Aniere noted that the Trans-Caspian Corridor represents the "elephant in the room" — a large-scale

04.02.2026, 15:26

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Sadyr Japarov met with the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor.

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with Sergio Gor, the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia. During the meeting, important aspects of Kyrgyz-American cooperation in the political and economic spheres were discussed, as well as issues related to transportation, digitalization, financial technologies, healthcare, and artificial intelligence. Japarov emphasized that Kyrgyzstan is ready to develop both bilateral and multilateral relations with the U.S. based on mutual

04.02.2026, 15:19

Economy / Exclusive

Tourism can become a driver of integration in Central Asia — Kasymov

At the B5+1 business forum "CA - USA," Erdenet Kasymov, Director of the Tourism Department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, expressed the opinion that the tourism sector can become an important catalyst for the integration of Central Asian countries. He noted that for international tourists, Central Asia appears as a whole, which opens up new opportunities for joint development.

04.02.2026, 15:19

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President Japarov received U.S. Special Envoy Sergio Gore.

- On February 4, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, held a meeting with the U.S. Ambassador for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor. This information was provided by the press service of the head of state. During the discussion, the focus was on Kyrgyz-American political and economic ties, as well as on joint work in areas such as transportation, digitalization, financial technologies, artificial intelligence, and healthcare.

04.02.2026, 15:16

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Sadyr Japarov: Kyrgyzstan is Ready to Become a Reliable Partner for U.S. Business

On February 4 in Bishkek, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, held a meeting with the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Ambassador Sergio Gore, as well as representatives of the American business community at "Yntymak Ordo." During the meeting, the president emphasized that Kyrgyzstan adheres to a multi-vector foreign policy and places great importance on partnership with the United States. “We are open to all foreign businessmen and investors,

04.02.2026, 15:13

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The Cabinet of Ministers plans to start preparatory work for the construction of the Kazarman Cascade of Hydroelectric Power Stations with a capacity of 912 MW by December 1, 2026.

- In accordance with the approved plan of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2026, within the framework of the National Development Program until 2030, the main works on the construction of the Kazarman Hydropower Cascade will be carried out. The document stipulates that by December 1, 2026, the technical and economic justification (TEO) of the project will be completed, the construction of the workers' town will be finished, and preparatory activities for the construction

04.02.2026, 15:12

Incidents / Exclusive

Violations Found in the Operation of Pawnshops in Karakol

In Karakol, according to information from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, an inspection of local pawnshops was conducted. This initiative was the result of an order issued by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the GKNB, Kamchybek Tashiev.

04.02.2026, 14:53

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Sadyr Japarov met with U.S. Special Envoy Sergio Gore.

Today, February 4, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, met with Sergio Gore, the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia. During the meeting, issues related to political and economic cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the United States were discussed, as well as collaboration in areas such as transportation, digitalization, healthcare, artificial intelligence, and financial technologies. President Japarov expressed the country's readiness to develop both bilateral and

04.02.2026, 14:50

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Kazakhstan Strengthens Support for Investors in Critical Minerals, - Deputy Head of the Committee for Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan

- In his speech, Olzhas Alibekov announced that by 2026, Kazakhstan plans to complete the development of a strategy for critical minerals, which will define the main directions for the development of this sector and the country's investment priorities. This statement was made on February 4 during the panel discussion "B5+1 Dialogue on Critical Minerals" as part of the B5+1 business forum. He noted that since 2018, the country has been operating a Subsoil Code, which works on the

04.02.2026, 14:50

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The Director of the Green Energy Fund Orozbaev held a meeting with the Ambassador of the United Kingdom

- A meeting took place recently between Emilbek Orozbaev, the director of the Green Energy Fund, and Nicholas Boulter, the Ambassador of the United Kingdom to the Kyrgyz Republic, according to information provided by the Fund's press service. During the discussion, the parties addressed key issues related to the development of renewable energy sources, as well as the possibility of implementing sustainable energy solutions. Special attention was given to the prospects for cooperation

04.02.2026, 14:44

Economy / Exclusive

Turkish agro-companies intend to invest in Kyrgyzstan's agriculture

At the Kyrgyz Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, a meeting was held with a delegation of agricultural companies from Turkey, which expressed interest in investment projects in the agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. The organization of the meeting was made possible with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the General Consulate of Kyrgyzstan in Antalya.

04.02.2026, 14:42

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The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved the ratification of the loan agreement with the OPEC Fund for International Development for water supply.

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft law concerning the ratification of a loan agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and OPEC for international development was reviewed and approved. This document, signed on September 23, 2025, in Bishkek, pertains to the "Universal Access to Water Supply and Sanitation (Phase 1)" program and was adopted in the third reading. The initiator of this draft law was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. Details of the project were

04.02.2026, 14:39

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Central Asia as a Unified Region Has Significant Natural and Infrastructure Resources, - Head of the State Committee for Investments of Tajikistan

- According to the head of the State Committee for Investments of Tajikistan, Central Asia is a self-sufficient and promising region for economic interaction with the United States. He stated this on February 4 at a press conference organized as part of the B5+1 business forum held in Bishkek. “If we consider the region as a whole, rather than individual countries, it has significant natural and infrastructure resources. The format of interaction between Central Asia and the USA provides

04.02.2026, 14:39

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The new Deputy Minister was introduced to the Ministry of Transport team

Today, the introduction of the new Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic took place. This information was announced at the ministry. The Deputy Minister appointed is Talgat Zholchubekovich Umetaliev. The corresponding decree was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Head of the President's Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev.

04.02.2026, 14:32

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The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan sealed 16 pawnshops in Karakol

As a result of the conducted activities, 16 pawnshops were sealed, while inspections continue regarding other organizations. To prevent the inflation of interest rates (which should not exceed 30%) and to comply with the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Limitation of Usurious Activities" No. 163 dated July 24, 2013, the State Committee for National Security held explanatory talks with the owners and employees of the pawnshops.

04.02.2026, 14:28

Society / Exclusive

Kamchybek Tashiev helped complete the house for the village mullah in Suzak

In Suzak, in the Jalal-Abad region, the head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, handed over the keys to a new house to local resident Turdubai Kojoev, who has served as a mullah in his village of Barpy for 17 years. Turdubai began constructing his home on his personal land plot but faced financial difficulties that prevented him from completing the house.

04.02.2026, 14:25

Education / Exclusive

Students are being provided with a free mobile assistant for preparation for the OGE.

The Ministry of Education is working on creating a mobile application designed for school students preparing for the nationwide testing (ORT). According to information from the department, this project aims to ensure equal opportunities in accessing test materials, as well as to create uniform conditions for the preparation of all applicants across the country. The application is planned to include tasks for all subjects included in the ORT. The questions will be developed based on tests from

04.02.2026, 14:24

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Between Reforms and Reality: What Has Changed in Pediatric Oncology After the Visit of the Health Minister?

— We discussed a number of studies, in particular, those concerning C-reactive protein and procalcitonin. Previously, these tests were conducted only occasionally, and their funding often depended on sponsorship. After the visit of the Minister of Health, the situation has drastically changed: now the tests are conducted regularly and completely free of charge for all children. — How is the issue of delivering blood components being resolved?

04.02.2026, 14:20

Society / Exclusive

On the Bishkek - Osh highway, forced avalanche descents have begun

From February 4 to 8, artillery work will be conducted on the Bishkek - Osh road section, including the Ala-Bel pass, Chychkan gorge, and Otmok, to safely trigger snow avalanches. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations, a special rapid response group has been dispatched to the specified areas. Their main goal is to ensure the safety of citizens, prevent potential material losses, and avoid delays in traffic flows. In this regard, the Ministry of Emergency Situations strongly

04.02.2026, 14:19

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In the USA, a prototype of a rapid vaccine against HIV has been developed

Red ribbon - a symbol of the fight against AIDS. This vaccine, named WIN332, allows the immune system to start fighting the virus immediately after the first injection, significantly reducing the number of required shots — previously, seven to ten were needed for a noticeable effect. This achievement was made possible by a new approach to the vaccine's structure. Researchers focused their efforts on studying the viral envelope and the antibodies produced in people who successfully cope

04.02.2026, 14:18

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The Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan discussed investment cooperation with the Emirates Investment Authority

- At the World Government Summit, Adylbek Kasymaliev, head of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, met with Mohammed Hamad Al-Mehairi, the Executive Director of the Emirates Investment Authority, as reported by the government press service. During the discussion, the participants reviewed various directions for bilateral investment cooperation. The Kyrgyz side confirmed its readiness to provide the fund with information on major projects in areas such as telecommunications, digital

04.02.2026, 14:13

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Energy, Logistics, and Agribusiness: Kasymaliyev Proposed Priority Projects to the UAE

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, held a meeting during the World Government Summit with Mohammed Hamad Al-Mehair, Executive Director of the Emirates Investment Authority sovereign wealth fund. According to the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers, the meeting discussed opportunities for further cooperation between the two parties. Kasymaliev emphasized that the Kyrgyz Republic is interested in partnering with the fund and is ready to provide

04.02.2026, 14:10

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Forced the victim to sell her apartment: Suspects detained in Bishkek in a case of large-scale telephone fraud

The criminals misled the citizen, claiming that money had been transferred in her name to terrorist groups, which could lead to criminal liability. Under the pretext of preventing such consequences and ensuring the safety of her funds, they exerted psychological pressure on the victim, forcing her to make money transfers. As a result of these actions, the woman was forced to sell her apartment and transfer a sum of 10,600,000 soms (ten million six hundred thousand) to the fraudsters. It later

04.02.2026, 14:10