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Health

In 2025, the budget allocated for healthcare amounted to nearly 52 billion soms, - Deputy Prime Minister

At the republican meeting held on February 27 at "Yntymak Ordo," Edil Baisalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, announced that by 2025, the total budget allocated for healthcare will reach nearly 52 billion soms. He noted that this amount has doubled compared to 2021, when the budget was 26 billion soms. It is important to mention that this sum does not include expenses for the construction of new medical facilities that are currently being implemented. “We are actively

27.02.2026, 12:09
Education

In 2025, 76 new schools will be built in Kyrgyzstan

At the republican meeting held on February 27 at "Yntymak Ordo," Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov reported that there are 2,394 schools in Kyrgyzstan, where 1.5 million children study. He noted that by 2025, 76 new schools will be built in the country, and major repairs will be carried out in 41 educational institutions.

27.02.2026, 12:09
Centrum Air launches regular flights on the Tashkent – Osh route
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Centrum Air launches regular flights on the Tashkent – Osh route

OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" announces the launch of a new regular flight by the Uzbek airline Centrum Air, which will operate between Tashkent and Osh. Flights are expected to begin on April 1. The flights will be conducted twice a week - on Wednesdays and Saturdays, using modern Airbus A320 aircraft. The travel time will be approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. The minimum ticket price will be 1.5 million soms (124 USD) for both directions, excluding baggage. Tickets can be

27.02.2026, 12:08
President: Over the past five years, 936 social facilities have been built in Kyrgyzstan
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President: Over the past five years, 936 social facilities have been built in Kyrgyzstan

During a national meeting, President Sadyr Japarov reported that over the past five years, 936 social facilities have been built in Kyrgyzstan, along with major repairs conducted on many others. Among the new facilities are schools, kindergartens, sports complexes, hospitals, and cultural institutions. Previously, the opening of each of these facilities was perceived as a significant event for the entire country. However, according to the president, the pace of construction has become so high

27.02.2026, 12:07
"Altyn Alliance" Became the Title Partner of the FinOlimp Winter Olympics
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"Altyn Alliance" Became the Title Partner of the FinOlimp Winter Olympics

The FinOlimp winter olympiad 2025–2026, held at the end of January, was supported by the company «Alliance Altyn», which acted as the title partner of the event. Students from different corners of the country participated in the olympiad. As a result of the qualifying rounds, 12 teams reached the finals, presenting their solutions in areas such as finance, marketing, auditing, and IT (Data Science).

27.02.2026, 12:03
Society

In 2025, 291 new social facilities were put into operation.

At the republican meeting, Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture Erlis Akunbekov reported that in 2025, 291 new social institutions were put into operation. He noted that compared to the previous year, there is a growth of 26 percent, which corresponds to the addition of 61 new facilities.

27.02.2026, 12:03
Minister: Last year, farmers were issued more than 2,000 units of agricultural machinery
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Minister: Last year, farmers were issued more than 2,000 units of agricultural machinery

During the republican meeting held today at "Yntymak Ordo," the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Erlis Akunbekov reported that in 2025, farmers and agricultural enterprises were provided with 2,069 units of agricultural machinery on lease. The total cost of this equipment amounted to 7.2 billion soms. The Minister emphasized that this figure has significantly increased compared to 2024, when only 1,193 units of machinery

27.02.2026, 12:01
The First Deputy Head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and the EU Special Envoy Discussed Sanction Issues
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The First Deputy Head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and the EU Special Envoy Discussed Sanction Issues

Daniyar Amangeldiev, who holds the position of First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with David O'Sullivan, the Special Envoy of the European Union for Sanctions. This visit is of a working nature and aims to deepen cooperation between the parties. The discussion at the meeting covered issues related to sanctions. Amangeldiev emphasized that Kyrgyzstan adheres to a professional and pragmatic approach to risk management, as well as actively

27.02.2026, 12:00
Politics

The Central Election Commission proposed to reduce: instead of 12 members, there will be only 7 left

The draft law amending the Constitution regarding the reduction of members of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic has been submitted to the Jogorku Kenesh. According to the new proposals, the number of commission members will be reduced from 12 to 7. The initiative, prepared by a group of deputies, was developed in accordance with the presidential decree dated December 30, 2025, aimed at improving public administration and reducing the level of

27.02.2026, 11:59
Politics

Sadyr Japarov banned government officials from engaging in political intrigues

At a meeting at "Yntymak Ordo," President Sadyr Japarov emphasized the need for all government officials, including leaders of the most remote regions, to focus their efforts on achieving the goals set out in the development strategy until 2030. The head of state highlighted that every official must act honestly, avoiding corruption and theft.

27.02.2026, 11:58
Incidents

In Osh, a drone helped detain a foreigner with a kilogram of synthetic drugs

A special operation conducted by the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs led to the detention of a foreigner who was found with over a kilogram of synthetic drugs in Osh. The information was provided by the regional department of the agency. According to law enforcement officials, the detainee turned out to be a citizen of a neighboring country, L.Y.D., born in 2006. He was caught while carrying the prohibited substances in a brown bag. During the search, over a kilogram of synthetic drugs

27.02.2026, 11:58
Society

Requirements for school uniforms in Kyrgyzstan are requested to be softened. Position of the Ministry of Education.

On the air of "Birinchi Radio," the head of the Department of Education and Extracurricular Activities of the Ministry of Education and Science, Altynbek Erkimbekov, commented on what the school uniform should be like in the country. Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed a desire to soften the requirements for school uniforms, noting that in most educational institutions, the focus is on appearance rather than the content of education. He suggested that the Ministry of Education and the

27.02.2026, 11:57
In 2025, 119 enterprises were put into operation in the KR, creating 8.4 thousand jobs.
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In 2025, 119 enterprises were put into operation in the KR, creating 8.4 thousand jobs.

According to the information announced by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, at the republican meeting in "Yntymak Ordo," 119 industrial facilities were successfully commissioned in Kyrgyzstan in 2025, creating 8,451 jobs. Kasymaliev also noted that $715.6 million was invested in the development of the country's industrial sector. “Over the past five years, our industrial sector has undergone significant transformations under the banner of

27.02.2026, 11:55
Economy

Geography of Real Estate Prices in the Kyrgyz Republic: Bishkek and Nearby Areas Form the Upper Segment (Infographic)

- Data on the weighted average cost of 1 sq. m of real estate for January 2026 was released by the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography. These figures are based on registered sales transactions, which means they reflect the actual market dynamics for the specified period and can fluctuate significantly with a low volume of transactions in certain areas.

27.02.2026, 11:54
In 2025, the economic and social development of the country entered a new stage
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In 2025, the economic and social development of the country entered a new stage

A republican meeting is taking place in Bishkek, attended by President Sadyr Japarov. At this event, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, presented key economic indicators for the past five years. He noted that 2025 was a landmark year: the country successfully completed one stage of socio-economic development and entered the next. In addition, last year, programs aimed at development until 2026 were implemented, and a National Program until 2030 was adopted. “In 2025,

27.02.2026, 11:54
Incidents

Man Stabbed and Part of Ear Bitten Off

In one of the districts of the Jalal-Abad region, an incident occurred in which a man sustained knife wounds and lost part of his ear. The suspect in this crime was placed under house arrest, which has caused discontent among the victim's relatives, who are demanding stricter punishment. Course of Events The names of the participants have been changed at the family's request to protect the minor.

27.02.2026, 11:46
Education

Students of K. Akiev School are the first in Jumgal District according to the results of the olympiad

Students of the Kalyk Akayev Secondary School in the village of Kyzyl-Jyldyz, Jumgal District, won prizes at the district stage of the republican olympiad. This was reported to the Turmush correspondent by the school's director, Kudaybergen Chalov. According to him, the first stage of the olympiad took place on January 13 of this year, with 18 students participating. Then, the second stage was held on February 11-12, resulting in 5 students returning with prize places. In other words, in

27.02.2026, 11:45
Sadyr Japarov: The consolidated budget has increased 3.5 times in 5 years
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Sadyr Japarov: The consolidated budget has increased 3.5 times in 5 years

President Sadyr Japarov announced that from 2021 to 2025, there has been a significant transformation of the economic model in Kyrgyzstan. This statement was made at a republican meeting in "Yntymak Ordo". Japarov noted that at the beginning of the pandemic in 2020, the country faced serious problems, including weak state institutions and low levels of investment.

27.02.2026, 11:44