Defrauded Shareholders Again Seek Help from the President of Kyrgyzstan
Society

Defrauded Shareholders Again Seek Help from the President of Kyrgyzstan

Against the backdrop of ongoing problems with obtaining housing, defrauded investors of the company "Master Group" have posted a banner on social media, appealing to the President of Kyrgyzstan. “You promised to help — we believe you, help us get our money back. We were with you in 2021,” the banner states.

25.02.2026, 16:19
Economy

In five years, more than a hundred pawnshop licenses have been revoked in Kyrgyzstan

Over the past five years, 111 pawnshop licenses have been revoked in Kyrgyzstan, and 11 licenses have been suspended. The total amount of fines imposed on these institutions has reached 8 million 414 thousand soms. This information was provided by the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service. In the agency's report, the results of the reform of the pawnshop sector were summarized, which aimed to protect consumer rights, reduce the debt burden on citizens, and legalize the

25.02.2026, 16:15
"Ala-Too Resort" will build four more cable cars in Jyrgalan with Doppelmayr
Society

"Ala-Too Resort" will build four more cable cars in Jyrgalan with Doppelmayr

Photo by «Ala-Too Resort». Signing of the new contract Recently, «Ala-Too Resort» and the Austrian company Doppelmayr signed an agreement to implement a project for the construction of four cable cars at the «Jyrgalan» resort. The contract was approved by the head of the Russian division of the company, Valery Yashin, and the chairman of the board of OJSC Zharkynbek Maksutov. This contract is a continuation of a large-scale project to create a modern ski cluster in the Issyk-Kul region. Under

25.02.2026, 16:14
Economy

In 2025, coffee imports in Kyrgyzstan increased by 32%

The National Statistical Committee reported that in 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased its coffee imports, which rose by 32% compared to the previous year. According to the data, from January to December, the republic purchased 505 tons of coffee from more than 24 countries, costing $6.2 million. For comparison, in 2024, the import volume was 384 tons worth $3.2 million.

25.02.2026, 16:12
Sports

The Gymnastics Federation of Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan commented on the detention of the coach

Evgenia Bykovskaya, president of the Federation of Rhythmic Gymnastics of Bishkek, and Nazira Aydarova, president of the Federation of Rhythmic Gymnastics of the Kyrgyz Republic, spoke out regarding the detention of a coach from one of the city's clubs, related to an incident that occurred during a training session. Essence of the IncidentA. M. contacted law enforcement authorities with a statement that her daughter, minor E. A., born in 2019, sustained serious injuries during warm-up on

25.02.2026, 16:08
Society

The new school holiday schedule in Kyrgyzstan has raised questions among parents

With confusion, parents reacted to the change in the schedule for spring break in schools in Kyrgyzstan, which now begins in early March. A reader of 24. kg noticed this innovation and asked why such a decision was made. According to her, for many years the third quarter ended in late March, allowing children to rest from April 1.

25.02.2026, 16:06
Elected Heads of Two Housing Committees
Society

Elected Heads of Two Housing Committees

The previous committee chairs have resigned. Today, during a session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed the appointment of new chairs for two committees: the Committee on Labor, Health, Women’s Affairs, and Social Issues, as well as the Committee on Judicial and Legal Issues, Law and Order, Combating Crime, and Countering Corruption.

25.02.2026, 16:05
In Kyrgyzstan, the incidence of hepatitis B among children has decreased by 145 times
Health / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, the incidence of hepatitis B among children has decreased by 145 times

From 2000 to 2020, there has been a significant decrease in hepatitis B incidence among children in Kyrgyzstan—almost 145 times. This was reported by the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. The main factor behind this success is considered to be the introduction of hepatitis B vaccination into the national immunization schedule in 2002. Currently, the immunization of newborns is fully funded by the republican budget, and vaccination of children under one year old is carried out with the

25.02.2026, 16:02
Politics

Deputy of the City Council criticized the state pharmacy in the Ton District. It is in terrible condition.

The state pharmacy "El Aman," located in the village of Ton in the Issyk-Kul region, has come under scrutiny due to serious violations identified. According to local residents and representatives of the inspecting authorities, the condition of the pharmacy does not meet the sanitary and organizational requirements established by the Ministry of Health. Deputy Erlan Kokulov of the Jogorku Kenesh has become acquainted with this issue and expressed dissatisfaction with the state of the

25.02.2026, 16:01
Exclusive

The State Financial Supervision Service spoke about reforms in the pawnshop market over the past 5 years

- The pawnshop market in Kyrgyzstan has undergone significant changes over the past five years, aimed at reducing the debt burden and bringing the sector out of the "gray" zone, as reported by the press service of the State Financial Supervision Agency. One of the key steps was the introduction of a legislative limit on loan costs. In May 2024, amendments were made to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Pawnshop Activities," which established a ceiling for the annual

25.02.2026, 16:01
Health

The deputy proposes to build a multi-profile hospital in the west of Bishkek.

During the parliamentary session on February 25, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva of the Jogorku Kenesh proposed the idea of building a multi-profile hospital in the west of Bishkek. She noted that the existing City Hospital No. 1 is located on a territory of 1 hectare, where once stood narcological and psychoneurological dispensaries, but now there are only old, dilapidated buildings.

25.02.2026, 16:01
Exclusive

In January, tobacco production in the republic decreased by 58%

- In January 2026, the production volume of tobacco products in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 1.68 million soms, according to official statistics. In the same month of 2025, this figure reached 4 million 29.5 thousand soms (or 4.03 million soms). This indicates a decrease in monetary terms of 58.3% (or 2,349.3 thousand soms).

25.02.2026, 16:00
Politics

A Center of the SCO for Combating Transnational Organized Crime to Open in Bishkek

On February 25, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh made a decision to ratify the agreement concerning the establishment of a Universal Center, which will address security issues for the member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. According to this agreement, a Universal Center will be established in Tashkent, which will include the Center for Information Security and the Center for Combating Transnational Organized Crime, located in Bishkek.

25.02.2026, 15:59
New Director Appointed to the Kyrgyz Geological Service
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New Director Appointed to the Kyrgyz Geological Service

Thus, on February 25, 2026, the staff of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan welcomed the new director of the Kyrgyz Geological Service — Tursuniyazov Amantur Toktobaevich. According to the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, the new leader was introduced to the staff by U. Nurgaziev, head of the sector in the department responsible for industry policy and preparing decisions for government authorities.

25.02.2026, 15:50
The Chosun Daily: Kim Jong Un Appoints 13-Year-Old Daughter as Head of North Korea's Nuclear Forces
World

The Chosun Daily: Kim Jong Un Appoints 13-Year-Old Daughter as Head of North Korea's Nuclear Forces

According to sources, Kim Ju Ae, the daughter of Kim Jong Un, is effectively performing the functions of "general director of the missile unit." Although this position is officially held by Chang Chang Ha, it is the leader's daughter who receives information from military commanders and has the authority to issue orders. Intelligence data also indicates that she expressed her opinions on several political issues during the 9th Congress of the Workers' Party, which took

25.02.2026, 15:50
Birth Rate Surge Recorded in South Korea
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Birth Rate Surge Recorded in South Korea

Illustrative photo In 2025, South Korea recorded an increase in birth rates, which was a significant event for a country where this indicator had long remained low. An official representative of the ministry, Park Hyun-jung, noted that one of the factors contributing to this increase is the rise in the number of marriages. "From April 2024 to December of last year, we observed an increase in the number of marriages for 21 consecutive months. This is related to the fact that many couples

25.02.2026, 15:49
Exclusive

A new insurance product "CASCO Extra" launched in Kyrgyzstan - GSO

A new voluntary insurance product "CASCO Extra" has been launched on the market, presented by the State Insurance Organization JSC. This product provides protection for the vehicle in case of an accident, but its validity is only possible with an active OSAGO policy. This was reported by Aktan Turumbekov, the director of the insurance and reinsurance department of the company, during a radio broadcast. According to Turumbekov, "CASCO Extra" was developed as an affordable

25.02.2026, 15:47
In Osh, it was decided to demolish 2 schools
Society

In Osh, it was decided to demolish 2 schools

One school is being transitioned to online learning, while the other is being moved to a different educational organization In the city of Osh, a decision was made to demolish the educational institutions named after M. Lomonosov and Salizhan Zhigitov. In this regard, students from one of the schools have been transferred to distance learning, according to information provided by the city’s education department.

25.02.2026, 15:44
Constitutional Transit: Kazakhstan Prepares for a Referendum on Restructuring the State Model
Politics

Constitutional Transit: Kazakhstan Prepares for a Referendum on Restructuring the State Model

The referendum taking place in Kazakhstan aims to create a more flexible and ideologically secure model of governance for the country. On March 15 of this year, Kazakhs will vote on a comprehensive package of amendments to the country's Constitution. These proposed reforms, which touch on important aspects such as the structure of parliament and the foundations of national identity, are aimed at modernizing the political system in response to contemporary challenges.

25.02.2026, 15:38
The net profit of the State Enterprise "Central Laboratory" amounted to over 133 million soms for the year 2025.
Economy / Exclusive

The net profit of the State Enterprise "Central Laboratory" amounted to over 133 million soms for the year 2025.

As of the end of 2025, the State Enterprise "Central Laboratory," operating under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, recorded a net profit of 133,306.38 million soms. The agency noted that the enterprise has summarized its performance for 2025, demonstrating significant growth in both financial and production indicators. Financial results for 2025:

25.02.2026, 15:37
Incidents

Man Bought a Car Without Knowing It Was Rented

In Bishkek, law enforcement officers detained a suspect in a fraud case, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District on February 25. A complaint from a citizen of the capital was received by the police on February 4. According to his account, on May 16, 2025, he purchased a "Hyundai Grandeur" for the amount of $8,300. However, soon after, the legitimate owner of the vehicle approached him and took the car back. It turned out that the

25.02.2026, 15:37