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Trump announced plans to start selling American-made defense equipment to Azerbaijan

President Trump emphasized that the region is now on the path to peace and prosperity. He also announced the upcoming visit of U.S. Vice President Vance to Azerbaijan and Armenia in February, aimed at facilitating the peace process and promoting the "Trump Route" initiative for global peace and prosperity. Additionally, Trump announced plans to strengthen strategic partnership with Azerbaijan, including signing an agreement on peaceful nuclear cooperation with Armenia and supporting

25.01.2026, 11:33

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In Bishkek, construction of facilities without a single passport was revealed

As a result of inspections, construction sites were found that lack a unified passport, which is a violation of legislation. In particular, such sites are located at the following addresses: - Ankara St., 1/7

25.01.2026, 11:16

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Court in the UAE Sentences Eight Uzbeks to Life Imprisonment

The fight took place in April 2025 at a gas station in Dubai, where citizens of Uzbekistan clashed. According to the UAE law enforcement agencies, two Uzbeks died as a result of the incident: one was killed on the spot from a stab wound, while the other fell into a coma and later died in the hospital. The Dubai Prosecutor's Office clarified that the conflict between the two groups arose against the backdrop of a long-standing personal dispute. All participants in the fight were identified

25.01.2026, 11:12

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Bazar-Korgon Farmers Improved Their Knowledge in Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine

In the Jalal-Abad region, in the Bazar-Korgon district, a seminar was held as part of the "AgroZooVet–2026" project. This event was organized with the aim of enhancing knowledge among farmers and specialists in the agricultural sector. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, the seminar focused on the implementation of modern agro-technologies and informing about key issues in agricultural development.

25.01.2026, 10:27

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The National Bank revoked the license of the exchange office "BNB Finance Plus" in Bishkek

- As of January 15, 2026, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to revoke license No. 7013, issued on December 26, 2024, for LLC "BNB Finance Plus." This was reported by the press service of the NBKR. The location of the exchange office: Bishkek, Fuchik St., 3a.

25.01.2026, 09:53

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Growth of developed economies will be 1.8% in 2026 compared to 1.7% in 2025, - IMF

- According to the latest IMF report, World Economic Outlook, GDP growth in developed countries is expected to increase by 1.8% in 2026. For 2025, the fund forecasts a growth rate of 1.7%.

24.01.2026, 20:51

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In 2025, agreements were signed with companies for the construction of 5 solar power plants and 1 wind power plant with a total capacity of 3150 MW, - Ministry of Energy

At the meeting of the Ministry of Energy's board, the results for 2025 were summarized, where the development of renewable energy sources (RES) was discussed. According to the information from the department, there are currently solar power plants operating in the country with a total installed capacity of 101.95 MW.

24.01.2026, 20:30

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The draft intergovernmental agreement on the Kambar-Ata HPP-1 was sent on September 30, 2025, to the ministries of energy of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan.

- On September 30, 2025, a draft intergovernmental agreement on the Kambar-Ata HPP-1 was sent to the ministries of energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Republic of Uzbekistan. This information was announced at the board meeting of the Ministry of Energy, summarizing the results of 2025. It is reported that, at the moment, comments and suggestions have been received from both countries, and preparations for expert negotiations within the framework of the interagency working group of

24.01.2026, 19:25

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Russia reduced imports of clothing, footwear, fabrics, and threads from Kyrgyzstan by 78% over 11 months of 2025.

- According to information provided by the National Statistics Committee, during the 11 months of 2025, Russia reduced the volume of imports of clothing, footwear, fabrics, and threads from Kyrgyzstan by 77.9%. The full version of the publication is available by subscription.

24.01.2026, 19:11

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IMF Raises China's Economic Growth Forecast to 4.5% in 2026

According to the January report of the World Economic Outlook, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has improved its forecasts for China's economic growth, expecting an increase of 4.5% by 2026. In the IMF's statement, it is noted that the new estimate is 0.3 percentage points higher than the previous one. This change is attributed to the reduction of U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods due to a trade truce reached in November, as well as to economic stimulus measures that will be

24.01.2026, 18:39

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In 2025, 8 small hydropower plants with a total capacity of 44.59 MW were put into operation.

- In 2025, eight small hydroelectric power stations with a total capacity of 44.59 MW were commissioned. The data was presented at the final meeting of the Ministry of Energy's board for 2025. The list of small hydroelectric power stations that started operation in 2025:

24.01.2026, 18:05

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In the USA, a car crashed into the airport entrance

On Friday evening, an incident occurred at Detroit airport: a car crashed into the gates, damaging the ticket office and injuring six people. This was reported by the agency Lenta.ru, citing information from the Associated Press. According to sources, the driver of the vehicle was detained, but the reasons for the incident have not yet been established. An investigation is currently underway.

24.01.2026, 17:23

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The Cabinet approved the procedure for distributing tariff benefits for electric vehicles

- At the meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, Resolution No. 21, dated January 22, 2026, was adopted, concerning the procedure for distributing tariff benefits for motor vehicles with electric engines. This decision is the result of implementing the norms of the Treaty on the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and in accordance with the Decision of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission, adopted on December 5, 2025, under No. 111.

24.01.2026, 17:02

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Members of the Cabinet and the Presidential Office made a mountain hike in the Ala-Archa Park

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, along with government members and representatives of the Presidential Administration, went on a hiking trip in the Ala-Archa State Natural Park. According to information provided by the Cabinet of Ministers, this event was organized to promote a healthy lifestyle, strengthen team spirit among civil service employees, and raise awareness about ecological protection issues and the development of domestic tourism.

24.01.2026, 16:32

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About 9 billion soms will be allocated for the development of new districts in Bishkek by 2030

In the recently opened secondary school No. 43, located in the Ak-Bata residential area, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev held a meeting with local residents from territories that were recently annexed to Bishkek. According to information from the mayor's office, residents from the MTF-2, Nur-Kojo, Ak-Bata, Ak-Zhar, Lebedinovka, Alamudun, Lower Ala-Archa, and 305-MAB areas, which are now part of the Sverdlovsk administrative district as part of the administrative-territorial reform, participated

24.01.2026, 16:21

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The National Bank suspended the license of the exchange office "Ikhsan LTD" in Bishkek

- From January 23 to January 25, 2026, the National Bank decided to suspend the license No. 6549, which was issued on July 14, 2023, for conducting cash foreign currency operations by LLC "Ikhsan LTD". This was reported by the NBKR. This exchange office is located at: Bishkek, Abdrahmanov Street, 119, Apartment 19/2.

24.01.2026, 15:51

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The maximum interest rate in pawnshops is unified — 30% per annum, - Ministry of Economy

- In his speech, he noted that since 2018, the current moratorium on inspections of entrepreneurs has been introduced to support the small and medium-sized business sector, including pawnshops. Suyorkul Ashimzhan uulu emphasized that even under the moratorium, there were mechanisms to protect citizens. In case of complaints about violations, authorized bodies had the opportunity to conduct unscheduled inspections to address specific issues.

24.01.2026, 15:33

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In Naryn, the program for supporting SMEs until 2030 was discussed

- An expert meeting was held in Naryn dedicated to the project of the Support and Development Program for Small and Medium Enterprises of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030 (SME-2030). This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy. Representatives of local businesses, industry associations, and government authorities of the Naryn region participated in the discussion.

24.01.2026, 15:33

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Coffee lovers have been told the safe daily dose of the drink for health.

In St. Petersburg, gastroenterologist Sergey Lopatkin from "SM-Clinic" announced the safe daily norm of coffee that can be consumed for health. This was reported by Lenta.ru. According to the specialist's opinion, an adult is allowed to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day. This amount corresponds to approximately six espressos or two to three large cups of Americano or cappuccino. This recommendation is supported by both international and Russian medical

24.01.2026, 14:47

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Kyrgyzstan and the USA to Strengthen Cooperation in Healthcare

A recent meeting between the Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Kanbek Dosmambetov, and the U.S. Ambassador, Leslie Viguerie, took place in an atmosphere of cooperation and mutual understanding. According to the Ministry of Health, the main topics of discussion included the exchange of experiences in disease prevention, public health, training specialists, and the implementation of new medical technologies. The Minister emphasized that there is significant potential for deepening relations

24.01.2026, 14:34

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85% of water in Central Asia is used for irrigation in Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Kazakhstan, - EDB

- According to the EDB report, the Aral Sea basin in Central Asia faces two main problems: a lack of investment in water and energy infrastructure, as well as the absence of effective cooperation at the regional level. These circumstances significantly reduce the efficiency of water and energy resource use, making food security particularly vulnerable and leading to substantial economic losses.

24.01.2026, 14:09

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In Iran, a serious response to any attack has been warned.

In Iran, protests began against the backdrop of a sharp devaluation of the rial, which affected prices in both wholesale and retail trade, and also caused instability in the exchange rate. Since January 8, the protests have taken on a more serious scale, spurred by a call from Reza Pahlavi, the heir to the overthrown Shah of 1979, for strikes and the seizure of key streets and facilities. He also appealed to Donald Trump to intervene in the situation. In several cities, the protests escalated

24.01.2026, 13:52

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Reducing Production Costs is the Key to the Competitiveness of Kyrgyzstan's Textile Industry, - Entrepreneur

To enhance the competitiveness of Kyrgyzstan's light industry, it is critically important to reduce production costs. This was stated by Bermet Tursunakunova, an entrepreneur in this field, in an interview on the radio. She noted that even with funding, the establishment of laboratories, and the resolution of border issues, high production costs remain a significant barrier to competitiveness compared to neighboring countries such as China and Uzbekistan.

24.01.2026, 13:16

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The Ministry of Economic Development is developing measures to promote the textile industry

- In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, together with the relevant state bodies, is actively working on initiatives aimed at developing the textile industry. This was reported by the ministry's press service. President Sadyr Japarov held an extended meeting that included entrepreneurs, wool processors, representatives of logistics and marketplaces, as well as heads of relevant government structures.

24.01.2026, 13:15