The order of appointment was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev.
Lukashenko noted that Belarus recognizes its capabilities and sees cooperation with the Council of Peace as an opportunity to discuss and promote peaceful initiatives regarding Ukraine. "I hope that we can influence the Ukrainian leadership and contribute to peace," he added. Additionally, the president refuted information about the need for an initial contribution of $1 billion to participate in the Council. He emphasized that according to the charter, the first three years of
The reason was the consequences of the scandalous interview with Zhapikeev Ernis Kyazov, a journalist, reported being summoned for a conversation at the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) following his interview with the former head of the State Service for Combating Economic Crimes (SSCEC) Syimyk Zhapikeev.
The event included a variety of activities such as Turkic Film Days, a photo exhibition titled "The Turkic World on the Silk Road," a round table discussion on "From the Silk Road to the Middle Corridor: Promoting Connectivity through Transport Development and Simplifying Trade Procedures," as well as a gala concert. All these cultural and business events showcased the multifaceted activities of the OTS.
As a result of a car fire in the Chui region, two people died: the driver and his passenger. According to information provided by the regional police department, the incident occurred on January 20, 2026, at 09:53. The duty unit of the Moscow district police received a report of a fire on the eastern outskirts of the village of Spartak, where a Volkswagen Golf-3 station wagon burned in a vacant lot near a lake.
The Deputy Minister of Economy previously reported the suspension of the license In the company OsOO "Rikha," it was stated that the information from the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Sultan Akhmatov regarding the suspension of their license is false. The company itself informed about this.
Recently, a meeting took place to discuss cooperation issues between the CSTO and the CIS. The Secretary General of the CSTO, Taalatbek Masadykov, met with Sergey Lebedev, the Secretary General of the CIS, as reported by the press service of the organization. During the discussion, the participants exchanged views on the current international and regional situation, as well as shared their organizations' experiences on key areas. In particular, the topic of implementing the roadmap for
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the activities of a transnational network of webcam studios that operated in both Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan were halted. This was reported by the State Committee for National Security. According to the committee's information, in cooperation with the police, four citizens of Kyrgyzstan, who were part of an organized group, were detained. These individuals organized internet broadcasts of an erotic nature and managed studios operating in both
A unique pilot project was presented in Bishkek, which includes a solar photovoltaic installation with a battery energy storage system (BESS). This project, developed with the support of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, has become one of the first successful examples of integrating renewable energy sources and battery storage in the commercial sector of the country.
In the Enver Gareev Botanical Garden, the construction of a mini-football field is planned. This area has long been considered unsuitable for botanical needs, as reported by Deputy Director Nurlan Albanov in an interview with "Birinchi Radio." According to Albanov, the project has received approval from the president and the leadership of the National Academy of Sciences, and capital construction on the territory of the garden is not planned.
In Tokmok, a kidnapping of a 17-year-old girl was reported on January 18, 2026, at the city police department. A woman named S.A., born in 1986, filed a statement indicating that her daughter I.T., born in 2008, was kidnapped on January 17, 2026, around 9:00 PM near the "Atake" store. According to her, two unfamiliar men, E. and A., forcibly put the girl into a white Hyundai Grandeur. According to the applicant's account, the kidnappers not only held the girl against her will
Jens-Frederik Nielsen The Prime Minister of Greenland, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, commenting on the threats made by U.S. President Donald Trump, called on residents and local authorities to prepare for a possible military invasion, although such a scenario seems unlikely. At a press conference in Nuuk, he emphasized: “Although the use of force is unlikely to occur, it cannot be completely ruled out. This has been clearly indicated by the other side.” His words were reflected in materials from
The Eurasian Economic Commission has announced the development of an agreement that will allow brokers and dealers from one EAEU member country to participate in organized trading on the exchanges of other Union states. According to the commission's information, the new provision will enable national exchanges to recognize the licenses of brokers and dealers, providing them with direct access to trading for executing transactions with securities and derivative instruments.
According to a study conducted by scientists from the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna, Veronica demonstrated the ability to use tools, a trait previously observed only in chimpanzees. In the course of 70 experiments, the cow successfully completed tasks, including using a long-handled brush to scratch her back. Alisa Auer-Sperg, co-author of the study, noted: “We have absolutely no evidence that cows are stupid animals. Although Veronica is not the Einstein of cattle, it should be
According to information provided by the president's office, Bektur Aliyev has been relieved of his duties as Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic based on his personal statement. This decision is in accordance with the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic and the law "On the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic". As the new Deputy Chairman of the NB KR, President Sadyr Japarov appointed Medet Tairov.
On Tuesday, January 20, a sharp increase in the price of silver was observed during trading, which is linked to the rise in gold prices. Data provided by Comex (a division of the New York Mercantile Exchange) confirms this trend. By 12:10 Moscow time, the price of silver exceeded $95 per troy ounce for the first time in history, reaching $95.2. At that moment, the increase compared to the closing of the previous trading session was 7.52 percent.
In the Moscow district, in a wasteland near the village of Spartak, a burned foreign car was found with the bodies of two people inside. The report of the incident was received by the police on January 20, according to the press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region. Photo from social media The investigative and operational group promptly arrived at the scene. Upon inspecting the vehicle, two bodies were found: one in the driver's seat and the other in the
In Kyrgyzstan, three coaches in rhythmic gymnastics have been awarded the title of "Honored Coach." This information was announced by the press service of the State Agency for Youth Affairs, Physical Culture, and Sports. The award ceremony took place with the participation of Kazybek Moldazhiyev, the head of the agency. Photo by the State Agency for Youth Affairs, Physical Culture, and Sports The honored coaches are Gulnar Mamyrkulova, Zhanil Kaimazarova, and Sabina Ibraimova.
According to the Xinhua agency, citing information from the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, in 2025, the trade volume between China and the Central Asian states increased by 12 percent. Trade and economic relations between China and this region demonstrate significant progress: the total trade volume reached 106.3 billion dollars, which is a 12 percent increase compared to 2024.
On the morning of January 21, the exchange rates in the currency exchange offices at Moskovsky Soviet are presented below: US Dollar 87.50 87.85 Euro 101.5-102.4 102.3-103.2 Ruble 1.11-1.12 1.12-1.13 Tenge 0.16-0.17 0.17 The dollar rate remains at: purchase - 87.5 soms, sale - 87.85.
The midfielder of the national team of Kyrgyzstan, Gulzhigit Alikulov, will once again compete in the Belarusian championship. The 25-year-old footballer signed a contract with Minsk's Dynamo, which the club officially announced on January 20.
In the Issyk-Kul region, law enforcement officers involved in the fight against illegal drug trafficking detained a group of suspects who, according to preliminary data, were selling a large batch of drugs. According to law enforcement agencies, the group of detainees includes four men who previously had legal issues. The investigation suggests that they were manufacturing and distributing prohibited substances. During searches of their homes, drugs and equipment used for their production were
According to recent data, from January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 22,800 heads of cattle (Cattle). These figures were published in a report by the National Statistical Committee. The import of cattle increased by 22.9% compared to the same period in 2024.
On January 19, an exhibition titled "From Mongolia to the Baroque World" (Della Mongolia al Barocco Globale) opened in the Borghese Gallery in the Italian capital, dedicated to the 390th anniversary of the birth of the famous Chinggisid Öndör-Gegëen Zanabazar. This information is provided by MiddleAsianNews. The exhibition opening was attended by the Ambassador of Mongolia to Italy Naranthungalag Tserendorj, the Director of the National Museum "Chinggis Khan" Chulun