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In Kyrgyzstan, the rules for issuing budget loans are changing – details
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In Kyrgyzstan, the rules for issuing budget loans are changing – details

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved a new Regulation regarding the procedure for working with budgetary loans. The decree was signed by the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. The document was developed with the aim of providing state support through the mechanism of budgetary lending. This is necessary to ensure sustainable economic growth, the development of various sectors, the modernization of infrastructure and utility systems, as well as to strengthen the food, energy, and

22.01.2026, 14:14
Banks were offered 10.4 billion soms in budget deposits
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Banks were offered 10.4 billion soms in budget deposits

The Ministry of Finance has announced a new auction for placing temporarily free budget funds in commercial banks. According to the information contained in the official document, the auction is scheduled for January 22, 2026, in accordance with the General Agreement signed on January 14, 2026, under number 10-3/1.

22.01.2026, 14:09
Inappropriate actions via video call concerning a fourth grader. An investigation is underway.
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Inappropriate actions via video call concerning a fourth grader. An investigation is underway.

In the Chuy region, law enforcement agencies have begun an investigation following reports that appeared on social media regarding possible indecent actions towards a fourth-grade student by a resident of the village of Sokuluk. According to the police, on January 22, 2026, during monitoring of the TikTok platform, information was discovered concerning the alleged unlawful actions of a citizen with the initials K.D., who resides in the mentioned village.

22.01.2026, 14:07
The Experience of Portugal and Lithuania Can Be Implemented in the Inclusive Education System of Kyrgyzstan
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The Experience of Portugal and Lithuania Can Be Implemented in the Inclusive Education System of Kyrgyzstan

In the Kyrgyz Republic, the Ministry of Education held a discussion on the implementation of international inclusive education methodologies that are successfully applied in Portugal and Lithuania. These issues were the subject of a working meeting held on January 21, attended by the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva and her deputy Nadira Jusupbekova. As reported by representatives of the Ministry of Education, during the meeting, Saltanat Agzymova, a lecturer at the T. Ermatov Music

22.01.2026, 14:02
The youth national team of Kyrgyzstan in hockey achieved their third victory at the World Championship
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The youth national team of Kyrgyzstan in hockey achieved their third victory at the World Championship

The third division (Group B) World Championship in hockey is taking place in Bishkek, where the youth national team of Kyrgyzstan (U-20) achieved its third victory. According to information from the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, on January 21, within the framework of the third round of the tournament, the Kyrgyz team faced the team from Iran and secured an impressive victory with a crushing score of 15:1. After three matches, the youth team of Kyrgyzstan confidently leads the

22.01.2026, 14:00
A special school in Bishkek received 10 typewriters using the Braille system
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A special school in Bishkek received 10 typewriters using the Braille system

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, handed over 10 Perkins Brailler Classic machines intended for teaching visually impaired children to a Special Boarding School in Bishkek. It is important to note that the need for these typewriters was identified back in September of last year during Kasymaliev's visit to this educational institution. More than 3 million soms were allocated from the reserve fund of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers for the

22.01.2026, 13:55
The level of smog in Bishkek has significantly decreased, says the speaker of the Parliament.
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The level of smog in Bishkek has significantly decreased, says the speaker of the Parliament.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Burun Amanova raised the issue of gasification in residential areas of Bishkek. She reported that the company OsOO "Gazprom" has only managed to gasify 50% of the residential areas. In addition, residents of the Kadamjai district in the Batken region have approached her with complaints about the cessation of gas supply. Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu clarified that gas supplies in Batken are handled not by OsOO "Gazprom," but

22.01.2026, 13:54
Even a Robot Vacuum Cleaner Will Be Able to Testify Against You. Ireland Wants to Legalize Access to Internet of Things Devices
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Even a Robot Vacuum Cleaner Will Be Able to Testify Against You. Ireland Wants to Legalize Access to Internet of Things Devices

According to the new bill, authorities will gain the ability to legally intervene in various types of communications, including email, messaging apps, and Internet of Things devices. The minister noted that the need to update legislation is driven by the rapid development of technology over the past 20 years and the increasing dependence of law enforcement on digital data. According to the European Commission, approximately 85% of investigations are based on electronic evidence, and the number

22.01.2026, 13:54
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In Jalal-Abad Region, 32 State Hospital Buildings Were Illegally Transferred to Private Individuals

In the Jalal-Abad region, facts of unlawful transfer of healthcare facilities into private hands have been discovered, as reported in a press release by the State National Security Committee (GKNB) of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the obtained data, 32 administrative buildings and 5 land plots located on the territory of the regional clinical hospital in Manas, as well as hospitals in Bazar-Korgon and Kochkor-Ata, were illegally transferred. These facilities were used for commercial

22.01.2026, 13:50
How Alimony is Collected in Kyrgyzstan and What Debtors Face
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How Alimony is Collected in Kyrgyzstan and What Debtors Face

Alimony represents financial support for family members who need assistance. Primarily, these are funds that one of the parents transfers for the maintenance of their minor children. Although alimony is most often associated with payments for children, the law also allows parents to demand alimony from their children in cases of incapacity or old age. However, such situations are quite rare.

22.01.2026, 13:48
Unions of Kyrgyzstan Increase Daily Allowances and Help Members Save
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Unions of Kyrgyzstan Increase Daily Allowances and Help Members Save

The Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan (FPUK) has announced the launch of a discount program aimed at supporting its members. This project was presented at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by the chairman of the FPUK, Muradil Jumadilde uulu. According to Jumadilde uulu, union members who have successfully completed electronic registration can now take advantage of discount cards. These cards provide discounts at various establishments across the country. Currently, the

22.01.2026, 13:45
The Jogorku Kenesh approved the amendments to the labor protection bill in the first reading.
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The Jogorku Kenesh approved the amendments to the labor protection bill in the first reading.

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed and adopted the draft law "On Labor Protection" in its first reading. According to Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security and Migration Kamchybek Dosmatov, this initiative is aimed at creating safe and healthy conditions for workers, preventing workplace accidents and occupational diseases, as well as optimizing the labor protection system at both the enterprise and state levels for its further improvement. The draft law

22.01.2026, 13:43
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The Cabinet allocated 3.3 billion soms for preferential lending to small and medium-sized businesses

- On January 14, 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers approved the allocation of 3.3 billion soms for providing preferential loans to small and medium-sized enterprises at an annual interest rate of 6%. According to Nurbek Umetaliev, head of the entrepreneurship development department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, 300 million soms from this amount will be used to subsidize banks' costs. This means that the government will compensate the difference between the actual rate, which can

22.01.2026, 13:43
Torobaev instructed the State Tax Service to review tax assessments for farmers
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Torobaev instructed the State Tax Service to review tax assessments for farmers

As part of a personal reception for farmers that took place today, Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, participated in discussions on important issues regarding the tax burden for agricultural producers. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. In addition to farmers from various regions, the meeting also included deputy ministers

22.01.2026, 13:31
Wild Boars and Roe Deer Filmed in Chon-Kemin Park
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Wild Boars and Roe Deer Filmed in Chon-Kemin Park

In the Chon-Kemin Nature Park, which is managed by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, biotechnical activities aimed at winter feeding of wild animals have been completed. This information was announced by the press service of the ministry.

22.01.2026, 13:03
In Bishkek, a suspect has been detained for committing a series of large-scale frauds.
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In Bishkek, a suspect has been detained for committing a series of large-scale frauds.

In Bishkek, employees of the Main Internal Affairs Department arrested a suspect linked to a series of large-scale frauds, reported the press service of the capital's administration. On January 15, 2026, a representative of a company known as OsOO S.A. filed a complaint with the Sverdlovsk Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek, requesting action against citizen A.A.

22.01.2026, 13:02
FPC trained over 1,700 leaders of primary organizations in a year
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FPC trained over 1,700 leaders of primary organizations in a year

The Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan presented the results of its educational activities and labor monitoring for the year 2025. This was reported by the chairman of the FPK, Muradil Jumadilde uulu, at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency. “Currently, there are about 6000 chairpersons of primary organizations in our country. In 2025, 1754 people completed training at our institute, which is a significant achievement and confirms a systematic approach to improving the

22.01.2026, 12:47
In 2025, 144 bus drivers were dismissed in Bishkek
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In 2025, 144 bus drivers were dismissed in Bishkek

The chief engineer of bus fleet No. 2 of the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport," Artur Omurzakov, shared information about disciplinary measures against drivers and the situation with violations on the air of Birinchi Radio. He noted that for violations of traffic rules and participation in accidents, drivers lose 100% of their bonuses. Two commissions operate within the organization to analyze incidents: a disciplinary commission that assesses driver behavior, and a

22.01.2026, 12:44