The deputy claims that problems with traffic jams and smog in Bishkek have existed for 10 years, said Ulukbek Karybek uulu at a session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5. He noted that these issues did not arise suddenly.
In the Lenin district, residents of Lushchikhina Street are expressing dissatisfaction with the Coca-Cola factory, which, according to them, emits an unpleasant odor in the mornings. This became known thanks to Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva during a session of the Jogorku Kenesh. The deputy emphasized the need for a written response and noted that the factory was built with violations, and sanitary standards were not properly adhered to during its construction.
During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Minister of Natural Resources Meder Mashiev stated that the data regarding Bishkek as one of the most polluted cities in the world is not accurate. Deputy Suyunbek Omurakzov pointed out that the capital has frequently been mentioned in anti-rankings regarding air quality in recent years. He asked how objective these rankings are and what measures the authorities are taking to improve the ecological situation.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet, Daniyar Amangeldiev, confirmed that the waste processing plant in Osh will be completed in 2026. This statement was made in response to a question from Deputy Azamat Isirailov regarding the timeline for the project's implementation. According to Amangeldiev, the plant project in Osh will be similar to the already existing waste processing plant in Bishkek.
On February 4, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Natural Resources between Minister Medera Mashiev and Sameh Naguib Wahba, the Regional Director of the World Bank for Sustainable Development in Europe and Central Asia. The press service of the ministry reported that during the meeting, key aspects of strategic partnership and prospects for deepening cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and the World Bank in the field of sustainable development were discussed.
Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on February 5. According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, rain and snow are expected at night in some areas of Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions, while no precipitation is forecasted in Chui, Talas, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions.
According to information presented by Bakyt Torobaev, the Minister of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, the water level in Lake Issyk-Kul has decreased by almost 14 meters since the mid-19th century, which corresponds to a reduction in the total water volume by 85 billion cubic meters. This statement was made at the "Sustainable Impact Forum" during the World Government Summit held in Dubai, according to the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. The Minister noted that
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, Deputy Cholpon Esenamanova raised the issue of the ecological condition of the landfill in Kara-Balta. The deputy requested information on compliance with environmental standards at this landfill and inquired whether the possibility of creating a waste recycling plant is being considered.
The fight against air pollution requires significant costs, and this step must be taken consciously, noted Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. Umbetaly Kydyraliev, a deputy, reported that information from the Bishkek city hall was presented at the meeting of the relevant committee, which contains a seven-point plan to combat smog. He also inquired whether there are similar initiatives from the Cabinet.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Dastan Bekeshev (district No. 22) stated that if the previously adopted government resolution had been fully implemented, then Bishkek and the entire country could already boast green plantings. He proposed that citizens be given the opportunity to rent or receive land plots from the municipality for greening purposes free of charge. According to him, residents are ready to actively participate in such projects. Bekeshev also added that he himself is
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, highlighted the steps being taken to combat smog. During his speech, he reported that plans of action had been developed in cooperation with parliament and the necessary resources had been identified to tackle this issue. In particular, work on gasification is ongoing, within which citizens are offered preferential loans through two banks for connection to gas supply.
According to information, Lake Issyk-Kul has lost almost 14 meters of its water level since the mid-19th century, which is equivalent to a loss of about 85 billion cubic meters of water. This statement was made by the Minister of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan, Bakyt Torobaev, during the "Forum on Sustainable Impact" taking place at the World Government Summit in Dubai, as reported by the press service of the ministry. Torobaev also noted that the number of rivers flowing into the lake
At the World Government Summit in Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev participated in a ministerial roundtable. In his speech, Torobaev noted that the modern world faces a number of systemic challenges, including climate change, water resource shortages, food security issues, and social difficulties. In such conditions, it is necessary to transition to a more comprehensive and long-term approach to risk management in
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on February 5. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected in the country. Snow drifts and ice may be observed on the roads. The wind will be from the east at a speed of 5-10 m/s, with gusts of up to 15-20 m/s possible in some areas of the Chui region.
In the village of Zhany-Zher in the Batken region, a project has been launched aimed at creating a modern irrigation system and developing intensive horticulture over an area of 200 hectares. According to information from the regional administration, the presidential envoy of Kyrgyzstan in the Batken region, Aibek Shamenov, has familiarized himself with the progress of this project.
Considering the precipitation forecast, from February 5 to 7, there is a risk of avalanches in mountainous areas and on certain highways of the country, as well as the formation of snow drifts, snow cover, and ice. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. Avalanches may occur in the following areas:
In the Moscow district, in the Ak-Su gorge, employees of the Chui regional office of the Ecological Supervision Service under the Ministry of Nature conducted an inspection. According to reports from the agency, during the raid, a Honda Fit vehicle was stopped. Inside the car, two firearms of the PSP model were found, and the driver did not have the necessary documents for their storage and use.
On February 3, a meeting of the interdepartmental commission was held at the Ministry of Nature of Kyrgyzstan, aimed at discussing current issues related to improving air quality. Representatives from more than ten ministries and agencies, as well as deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, participated in the meeting, according to information from the Ministry of Nature's press service. During the discussion, participants reviewed the implementation of an electronic taxi service in Bishkek, as
During the meeting of the factions "Emgek" and "Jany Kych," Deputy Erkinbek Salymbekov raised the issue of the need to simplify the procedure for cutting down dead trees and the fines for illegal logging. Addressing representatives of "Bishkekzelenhoz," Salymbekov inquired about the existing fines for unauthorized logging. In response, a representative of the agency explained that the amount of the fine depends on the species of the tree and its diameter, and the
On February 2, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Nature, where Minister Meder Mashiyev and Deputy Minister Asel Raimkulova discussed an important project with a delegation from the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). According to the press service of the Ministry of Nature, the implementation of an initiative aimed at improving air quality, scheduled for the period from 2026 to 2028 in Bishkek and the Chui region, was discussed.
On February 2, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic between Minister Medera Mashiev and representatives of the Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA). According to the ministry, the negotiations discussed the details of a project aimed at improving air quality in Bishkek and the Chui region from 2026 to 2028.
According to the Agreement on Cargo Traceability, a new rule for labeling goods using navigation seals will come into effect in the EAEU countries starting February 11. This was announced at a press conference held at the "Kabar" agency by Elimbek Kanybek uulu, head of the EAEU Coordination Department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. Elimbek Kanybek uulu noted that the implementation of this system will occur in stages. In the first stage, seals will be
In the village of Chon-Kyzyl-Suu, located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, the festival "Protection of the Snow Leopard–2026" took place on January 31, attended by the special representative of the president for mountain issues, Dinara Kemelova. According to the president's press service, this festival provided an opportunity to unite efforts for the protection of the snow leopard, promote the preservation of the natural and cultural heritage of the region,
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology, and Environmental Protection on February 2, the deputies discussed the situation with air pollution in Bishkek and measures to reduce the level of smog. Deputy Bakyt Tentishev asked about the main causes of air pollution in the capital.