Global oil prices have started to show an increase amid the weakening of the US dollar. Data from the ICE trading platform in London confirms this trend. At the time of writing this analysis, March futures for Brent crude oil have risen by more than 0.5 percent, reaching $64.49 per barrel. During trading, the price peaked at $64.52, while the minimum price was $63.30.
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Marlen Mamataliyev, at a recent parliamentary meeting, called for a more attentive approach to issues concerning people with disabilities. He emphasized that one of the main tasks is to improve the existing system of benefits. “Disability assistants receive only 7,000 soms. These 7-8 thousand soms are insufficient. Family situations vary: some have many relatives, others do not. If there is one person with a disability in the family and another is a caregiver, and
Kazakhstan has previously refused the position of vice president due to clear political circumstances. Now Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposes to restore this institution in a different format. However, as the first vice president claims, 25 years ago he explained why such an idea turned out to be unsuitable for the developing power system, as noted in the article exclusive.kz. The position of vice president was created in Kazakhstan in the early 1990s, when a new power was being formed. In 1990,
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Zhanibek Amatov expressed concern about the use of the internet and online games by children. He noted that schoolchildren often gather in groups to play Roblox and Minecraft right in educational institutions. Amatov emphasized that these games can have various users, with whom children exchange comments. This creates a risk of encountering individuals with criminal intentions, including pedophiles. Additionally, the deputy pointed out cases where
On January 21, a meeting of the organizing committee dedicated to the preparation of the anniversary Issyk-Kul International Forum was held in Bishkek under the leadership of the State Secretary of Kyrgyzstan, Arslan Koichiev. The history of the Issyk-Kul Forum began in 1986 when the first meeting of creative figures from around the world took place at the initiative of the famous writer Chinghiz Aitmatov.
Trade relations between China and Kyrgyzstan have reached a new historical high of 27.2 billion dollars. This was reported by the Chinese ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jiangping, noting the rapid development of commercial ties between the two countries. According to him, Kyrgyzstan ranks second among China's largest trading partners in Central Asia, with the total trade volume accounting for about 25% of China's total trade with the countries of the region. In 2025, trade volume
Deputy Nurbek Sydygaliev raised the issue of high air ticket prices for residents of the village of Kazarman at a recent session of the Jogorku Kenesh, who are asking to lower the fares for the Bishkek-Kazarman route. According to him, the current ticket price on the Bishkek-Naryn route is 2100 soms. “Local residents are asking to reduce the cost from 3100 soms to 2100 soms. It is necessary to instruct the Ministry of Transport to conduct calculations based on the distance,” the deputy added.
The Ministry of Culture and Information of Kazakhstan has initiated the development of draft laws aimed at restricting access for children and adolescents to social networks, as reported by the press service of the government of the republic on Wednesday. The document mentions plans to prohibit registration in social networks for users under the age of 16. This decision is related to the need to regulate the activities of online platforms and media, as emphasized in a publication on the
A new educational center for learning English has been opened in Balykchy thanks to the initiative of a local entrepreneur. Information about this came from the Tourism Development Fund of the Issyk-Kul region. According to their reports, to implement this project, the businessman sought support from the Issyk-Kul Development Fund. After consideration, the supervisory board approved the proposal and allocated an interest-free loan of 2 million soms. “These funds were used to construct a
- According to statistical data, the volume of textile production and related industries in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 25.12 billion soms at current prices in 2025. This is 9.6% higher compared to 2024, when output reached 20.22 billion soms. In December 2025, enterprises in this sector produced goods worth 2.49 billion soms, which is also higher than the figure for December 2024, which was 2.31 billion soms. The physical volume index in December 2025 was 106.2%, indicating an annual growth in
- The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to appoint the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision as responsible for the safe storage and disposal of outdated pesticides, as well as other hazardous waste containing toxic substances, including persistent organic pollutants, mercury, and lead. This decree was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev.
In the Tyup district, in the village of Min-Bulak, work on the repair and reinforcement of the roof of the new school, which could not withstand the heavy snowfall, was successfully completed. This information was provided by the district akim, Timur Madyarov, in an interview with the "Kabar" agency. According to him, after more than one meter of snow fell in the region, the roof of the educational institution collapsed in three places. The construction of this facility was completed
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with representatives of the light industry on January 21. The event, organized with the support of the press service of the head of state, was attended by participants from the sewing industry, marketplaces, logistics companies, as well as representatives of state and commercial banks and relevant government agencies. During the meeting, pressing issues faced by the industry were discussed, and solutions were proposed.
At a recent meeting in the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova emphasized the critical situation related to the illegal drug trade. She noted that law enforcement agencies are taking certain steps to combat this problem, but the prosecutor's office must also actively participate in these efforts. “Minors under the age of 16 are becoming involved in the distribution of synthetic drugs, which poses a serious threat. Urgent measures are needed from the government, efforts must be
According to the National Statistics Committee, from January to September 2023, the expenses of citizens of Kyrgyzstan on vacations abroad amounted to 423.3 million US dollars. This figure shows a decrease of 1% compared to the same period in 2022. Experts in the tourism industry note that Kyrgyz citizens have started to choose new destinations for their vacations. One of the major travel companies previously reported that families with children are now more frequently traveling to Egypt and
. The meeting discussed the prospects of joint work in the leather and footwear industry. Participants considered issues related to the supply of raw and semi-processed hides from Kyrgyzstan to the Uzbek market. The Association "Uzcharmsanoat" confirmed its interest in promoting raw materials from Kyrgyzstan and expressed its readiness for practical cooperation. The topic of creating joint ventures in the territory of the Kyrgyz Republic was also raised.
In 2025, specialists from the Akýkatçy Institute conducted a monitoring of conditions in children's institutions in the Chui region, checking how the rights of their wards are being upheld. As a result of the inspection, violations were identified, leading to recommendations for their elimination. During the inspection, it was found that some orphans were not receiving the state benefits they were entitled to. For example, a girl named M.B., born in 2008, has been living in a
A meeting dedicated to the digitalization of the geological sector was held in Bishkek, chaired by the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev. The meeting discussed preparations for the implementation of the information system "Nedra" in test mode. According to the department, as part of the digitalization initiative, a geological information system "Nedra" is being developed at the Kyrgyz Geological Service. The project encompasses
Deputy Bolot Borbiev reported at a session of the Jogorku Kenesh about numerous appeals from citizens in different regions of the country who are facing difficulties in obtaining child benefits for children under three years old. He emphasized that in the past, many names of settlements were incorrectly translated from Kyrgyz to Russian. “In the ‘Tunduk’ system, some names are missing. I ask that the Cabinet of Ministers correct these errors as soon as possible,” the deputy added. In addition,
Scientists from Australia have presented compelling data that heart muscle cells can regenerate after a heart attack, refuting previous beliefs about the irreversibility of damage. The death of heart muscle cells is considered the main reason for the decreased functionality of this organ, which begins to supply internal organs with blood less effectively after a heart attack. New research has confirmed that although the heart does indeed form scars after a heart attack, this does not prevent
According to the criminal case, extortion was carried out under the pretext of accusing Ch.M. of allegedly committing a crime related to the rape of T.A. As a result, T.A. and police officer E.A. agreed on extorting the specified amount of money to resolve the issue in favor of Ch.M. By the decision of the Leninsky District Court of Bishkek, E.A. and T.A. were placed in the detention center of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The new director of the Department of Urban Development and Architecture is Daniyar Bapyshov. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic. The appointment order was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev.
A working meeting was held at the State Tax Service dedicated to issues related to cashless payments in business. During the meeting, participants included the deputies of the chairman of the STS, Azat Almanbetov and Kubanychbek Isabekov, as well as representatives from various organizations, including the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, the Interbank Processing Center, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, and the Union of Banks of Kyrgyzstan.
In the village of Voenno-Antonovka, an incident occurred in which a man, under the pretext of horse trading, deceived a local resident and took over 7 million soms. According to information provided by the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, on November 21, 2025, a citizen identified as A.Z., born in 1971, filed an official complaint about fraud. The complainant reported that on September 30, 2025, a certain M., while near the car market "RIOM" in the mentioned