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The new mayor of Osh, Janar Akayev, was introduced to subordinates. Photo
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The new mayor of Osh, Janar Akayev, was introduced to subordinates. Photo

At a meeting with the central apparatus of the Osh city hall, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the chairman of the cabinet of ministers, introduced Janar Akayev as the new mayor. This was reported by the press service of the cabinet of ministers. In his address, the head of the cabinet emphasized the importance of the city hall in the socio-economic development of the city and the need to improve the quality of municipal services provided. He also noted how crucial it is for all structures of the city hall

19.02.2026, 08:58
Talant Mamytov headed the parliamentary group "Mekenchil"
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Talant Mamytov headed the parliamentary group "Mekenchil"

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Kunduzbek Suimanov announced his decision to voluntarily resign from the position of leader of the "Mekenchil" deputy group. According to his statement, the group unanimously supported the transfer of leadership to Talant Mamytov, who was elected to this position.

19.02.2026, 08:56
Macron called freedom of speech on the internet under current conditions "complete nonsense"
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Macron called freedom of speech on the internet under current conditions "complete nonsense"

Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, expressed his opinion on freedom of speech on the internet, calling it "complete nonsense" in today's conditions. He made this statement, as reported by Bloomberg, during a meeting with students at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in New Delhi. Photo by the media. The President of France called freedom of speech on the internet in current conditions "complete nonsense" According to Macron, the very idea of freedom of

19.02.2026, 08:54
In Kyrgyzstan, Funds for Supporting Local Initiatives Will Be Established
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In Kyrgyzstan, Funds for Supporting Local Initiatives Will Be Established

Citizens of cities and rural areas will have the opportunity to participate more actively in the development of their communities. In the Kyrgyz Republic, the creation of funds to support local initiatives is planned in five cities and rural areas. According to information provided by the Ministry of Finance of the KR, a memorandum of cooperation has been signed with several non-profit organizations, including the Public Fund "Civic Participation," the Center "Interbilim

19.02.2026, 08:54
Lilia Rakh called for investing in designers and developing the fashion culture of Central Asia
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Lilia Rakh called for investing in designers and developing the fashion culture of Central Asia

In Bishkek, the fashion event Marjan de la mode took place, gathering specialists from the worlds of fashion, beauty, and creative industries. Participants included stylists, designers, entrepreneurs, as well as media representatives and fashion enthusiasts—from the show business sector to educational institutions and businesses. The main guest of the evening, Lilia Rah, is an international stylist, fashion expert, and host of the program "Fashion Verdict." In her speech, she talked

19.02.2026, 08:54
In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud has been detained
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In Bishkek, a suspect in fraud has been detained

In the Oktobrskiy district of Bishkek, local police officers have detained a woman suspected of fraud. According to the police, a local resident named T.O. reported to the police department. She stated that she fell victim to a woman named Z.K., who, having gained her trust at the "Orto-Sai" market, deceitfully took 1 million 200 thousand soms from her, promising to bring sportswear from Turkey. After that, the fraudster disappeared. In connection with this incident, the

19.02.2026, 08:53
Warning: Strong Frosts Expected in Most Regions of Mongolia Starting Tomorrow
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Warning: Strong Frosts Expected in Most Regions of Mongolia Starting Tomorrow

Nomadism // photo: ©Damiran_Battulga A special warning about impending severe frosts, snowfalls, wet snow, and strong storms has been issued for most regions of Mongolia. Snowfall is expected in the western and central aimags on February 20, followed by precipitation covering the central, Gobi, and eastern regions on February 21, and snow will be observed in the eastern aimags on February 22. According to the weather forecast for February 19, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, cloudy weather is

19.02.2026, 08:52
Three people died in an avalanche in Italy
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Three people died in an avalanche in Italy

Three lives were claimed by an avalanche in the autonomous region of Valle d'Aosta in northern Italy. This was reported by the rescue service, according to reports from RIA Novosti. According to a representative of the service, the victims were two men and one woman, presumably all of whom are citizens of France. The avalanche occurred in the area of Courmayeur, and rescue teams, including helicopters and dog handlers, were dispatched to the scene.

19.02.2026, 08:50
Former Chief Physician from Germany Becomes King in Niger
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Former Chief Physician from Germany Becomes King in Niger

Dr. Issifi Djibe, who led a medical institution in Rendsburg for a long time, has become the new emir of Kokoru — a region in Niger. This was reported by the Kazinform agency, citing information from the BILD publication. After finishing his medical career, Djibe, along with his wife, settled in Schleswig-Holstein and had no intention of returning to his homeland, especially in the role of a ruler. However, Niger, one of the poorest countries in the world, caught his attention.

19.02.2026, 08:50
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The medical trade union commented on the detention of the pediatric nephrologist from NCODiM

Bermet Baryktabasova, head of the Independent Medical Union and an expert in evidence-based medicine, published a comment on her Facebook page regarding the detention of pediatric nephrologist Nasira Beishebaeva. In her message, Baryktabasova indicated that the incident is a consequence of a "medical tragedy" that has caused a wide public outcry. She noted that an unsuccessful treatment outcome is often perceived as a doctor's mistake; however, this does not always reflect the

19.02.2026, 08:49
In Bishkek, there is a shortage of parking spaces, and parking lots operate like car dealerships, says the outraged deputy.
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In Bishkek, there is a shortage of parking spaces, and parking lots operate like car dealerships, says the outraged deputy.

At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on municipal property, urban planning, and architecture, deputy Kazybek Ergeshov expressed dissatisfaction with the situation regarding parking lots in the capital. He noted that 15 parking lots are used for commercial activities, which effectively means the sale of cars. Ergeshov raised the issue of the implementation of the protocol instruction regarding this problem. Illustrative photo The deputy director of the municipal

19.02.2026, 08:48
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In the Chuy Region, 15 agricultural product processing enterprises are planned to be opened by 2030, - first deputy representative

In the Chuy region, it is planned to launch 15 new agricultural processing plants by 2030. This was reported by Sanjar Zhantaev, the First Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President, at a board meeting held on February 18, dedicated to the socio-economic development of the region. According to Zhantaev, the implementation of this program will increase the level of agricultural product processing from the current 7% to 25% by 2030. One of the key projects will be a leather raw

19.02.2026, 08:47
Zhanar Akayev: Osh is not foreign to me. I must justify the trust.
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Zhanar Akayev: Osh is not foreign to me. I must justify the trust.

Janar Akayev, the new mayor of Osh, shared his future plans and his responsibility to the citizens in his first interview after his appointment. He emphasized that every leader has a unique approach to management, and his activities should be evaluated based on specific results. Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers “Don’t rush to conclusions. If you suddenly see me in the morning not at my workplace, then you can say that I did not keep my promise. We will work,” he added.

19.02.2026, 08:47
$60 million will be wasted in Kyrgyzstan
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$60 million will be wasted in Kyrgyzstan

Funds from donors are aimed at improving the atmospheric conditions in the country. Kyrgyzstan will receive 60 million dollars from international donors to improve air quality. This information was announced by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision.

19.02.2026, 08:43
The Ruble and Tenge Strengthen and Reach Annual Highs. Exchange Rates as of February 19
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The Ruble and Tenge Strengthen and Reach Annual Highs. Exchange Rates as of February 19

Photo from the internet. The Kazakh tenge continues to strengthen against the som. As of February 19 of this year, the official exchange rates of the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge have shown growth, setting new records. At the same time, the euro and the Chinese yuan demonstrated a decline after recent strengthening, while the exchange rate of the US dollar remained unchanged. This data is provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar Exchange Rate:

19.02.2026, 08:38
Drones and Digital Logistics Will Become the New Standard in the EAEU
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Drones and Digital Logistics Will Become the New Standard in the EAEU

The meeting between Andrey Nikitin, the Minister of Transport of Russia, and Arzybek Kozhoshev, a member of the Collegium for Energy and Infrastructure of the EEC, focused on the digitalization of transport corridors and the implementation of autonomous systems. According to the Russian embassy in Kyrgyzstan, the discussion concerned the strategic development of logistics within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) until 2029.

19.02.2026, 08:36
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How the preparation for the irrigation season is going in the Chui region was discussed at the meeting.

At a recent meeting dedicated to the results of 2025, the first deputy plenipotentiary representative of the president in the Chuy region, Sanjar Zhantaev, shared information about preparations for the irrigation season of 2026. There are 269 reservoirs in the region, which can collectively hold 253.145 million cubic meters of water. Currently, 168.81 million cubic meters have been accumulated.

19.02.2026, 08:35
"‘The City Remains Yours’: Toktorbaev Said Goodbye to Osh After Resignation"
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"‘The City Remains Yours’: Toktorbaev Said Goodbye to Osh After Resignation"

Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Head of the Cabinet Adylbek Ksymaaliyev, former mayor of Osh Jenishbek Toktorbaev, and the new mayor, deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Janar Akayev After his resignation, former mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, made a public statement expressing gratitude to the residents of the city for their support throughout his time in office. He noted that he managed to accomplish most of the tasks set. Toktorbaev emphasized that regardless of the

19.02.2026, 08:33
CIS Countries Oppose the Politicization of Human Rights Issues at the UN
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CIS Countries Oppose the Politicization of Human Rights Issues at the UN

According to information from the Executive Committee of the Commonwealth of Independent States, CIS countries have expressed their opposition to the politicization of human rights issues within the UN. During intergovernmental consultations held in Minsk, diplomats from the CIS member states noted the need to develop a coordinated strategy to combat the politicization of the work of human rights structures and mechanisms of the UN. They also emphasized the importance of constructive and

19.02.2026, 08:32
Nomadic Frontier: Exploring the Mongolian Steppes — Focus on Travel News
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Nomadic Frontier: Exploring the Mongolian Steppes — Focus on Travel News

This season, the concept of adventure tourism is undergoing significant changes. While many popular tourist destinations are crowded with people, the vast expanses of Mongolia are becoming a unique place for those seeking solitude and untouched nature. The country is marking a number of significant events this year, including the 820th anniversary of the founding of the Great Mongol Empire. This creates an extensive calendar with over 140 cultural events, including the world-famous Naadam

19.02.2026, 08:29