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Ethnic Kyrgyz Complain About Population Registration Officials
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Ethnic Kyrgyz Complain About Population Registration Officials

The deputy called for adherence to service ethics and equal treatment of citizens by the employees of the Public Service Centers, Cadastre, and Architecture. Temirlan Aitiev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, drew attention to the complaints received from ethnic Kyrgyz who have moved to Kyrgyzstan. According to him, many of them face discrimination and unequal treatment from the staff of state population registration authorities, despite the simplified conditions provided by the government for

18.02.2026, 15:19
The President warned law enforcement agencies not to exert pressure on businesses
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The President warned law enforcement agencies not to exert pressure on businesses

President Sadyr Japarov emphasized that law enforcement agencies should not exert pressure on businessmen without grounds, especially those contributing to the country's development. This statement was made during the opening of the cable car in the Ala-Archa National Nature Park. He noted that optimal conditions have been created for entrepreneurs to invest in various sectors of the economy.

18.02.2026, 15:19
Education

The annual forum "Agrodialog-2026" has started at KNAU named after Skryabin.

On February 18, 2026, the annual forum "Agrodialog–2026" opened its doors at the Kyrgyz National Agrarian University named after K.I. Skryabin, organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the university, this forum has become a good tradition, bringing together scientists, specialists in agriculture, and students. The main goal of the event is to exchange experiences, implement new technologies, and promote the development of the

18.02.2026, 15:16
Nepal to Ban Ascents of Everest for Unprepared Tourists
Sports

Nepal to Ban Ascents of Everest for Unprepared Tourists

The authorities of Nepal intend to introduce stricter rules for climbing Everest. The upper house of the parliamentary assembly has already supported a bill that will be submitted for discussion in the lower house before the elections scheduled for March 5.

18.02.2026, 15:15
The GNS seized nearly 10,000 packs of non-excise tobacco in the Manas market
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The GNS seized nearly 10,000 packs of non-excise tobacco in the Manas market

As a result of a joint inspection by the employees of the State Tax Service and representatives of the Internal Affairs Department of the city of Manas, a significant amount of tobacco products without excise stamps was discovered at the central market. According to information from the press service of the State Tax Service, during the inspection, 9,695 packs of tobacco were found, valued at 1,163,400 soms. Additionally, 24 packages of illegal electronic cigarettes and 33 units of a substance

18.02.2026, 15:12
The cable car was inaugurated in Ala-Archa Park with the participation of the president
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The cable car was inaugurated in Ala-Archa Park with the participation of the president

The opening of the cable car in the Ala-Archa National Park took place today with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov. The new cable car has a length of 1 kilometer and includes 16 cabins, each accommodating 10 people. Among the cabins are two VIP-class cabins designed for 4 passengers. The upper station of the cable car is located at an altitude of 2,494 meters, while the lower station is at 2,166 meters above sea level. The expected lifespan of this infrastructure is 50 years, with

18.02.2026, 15:11
In Peru, the interim president was dismissed two months before the elections
World

In Peru, the interim president was dismissed two months before the elections

In the vote on this issue, 75 members of parliament supported the dismissal of Jeri, 24 deputies voted against, and three abstained. José Jeri had been serving as interim president since October 10, 2025, when his predecessor Dina Boluarte was removed amid rising crime rates in the country. His departure marks another step in the long-term political crisis that has been ongoing in Peru, where seven heads of state have changed since 2016.

18.02.2026, 15:10
AgroDialogue – 2026. A farmer from the Ak-Talinsky district produces oil and feed from safflower.
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AgroDialogue – 2026. A farmer from the Ak-Talinsky district produces oil and feed from safflower.

The agro-industrial forum called "AgroDialogue-2026" has started in Bishkek. At this event, a farmer from the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region, Akylbek Abdildaev, shared his experience and the benefits of using safflower. He mentioned that the current price of safflower oil is 200 soms per liter. The farmer also produces animal feed from safflower, which is sold at a price of 25 soms per kilogram.

18.02.2026, 15:09
The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved in the first reading a law on reducing the auditors of the Accounts Chamber.
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The Parliament of Kyrgyzstan approved in the first reading a law on reducing the auditors of the Accounts Chamber.

During the meeting, the draft law "On Amendments to the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic" was also considered, which received support from the deputies in the first reading. The initiator of this draft law was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Sultan Akhmatov stated that the halal industry in Kyrgyzstan is actively developing, and the number of enterprises in this sector is increasing every year. He noted that the growing demand

18.02.2026, 15:09
Society

The railway crossing of access road No. 220 from the Kainy station will be closed for one day.

On February 19, the passage through the unguarded railway crossing of access road No. 220 from the station Kayindy, located at the intersection of 60 Years of October Street and Trudovaya Street, will be temporarily closed. This was reported by the press service of the state enterprise "National Company 'Kyrgyz Temir Zholu'." All work will be carried out with the consent of the traffic police.

18.02.2026, 15:09
Minura Abdykalykova Appointed Press Secretary of the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh
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Minura Abdykalykova Appointed Press Secretary of the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh

Minura Abdykalykova has been appointed as the new press secretary of the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh. This decision was approved by the toraga Marlen Mamataliyev. Minura Abdykalykova graduated from the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn in 2012, earning a degree in journalism. From 2012 to 2026, she held various positions at the news agency "AKIpress." Between 2021 and 2023, Minura also worked as an assistant to the Minister of Internal Affairs on a voluntary basis.

18.02.2026, 15:09
Individual prostheses will be made for children with disabilities in Belovodsk and Sokuluk.
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Individual prostheses will be made for children with disabilities in Belovodsk and Sokuluk.

On February 18, 2026, a team of medical technicians from the Republican Prosthetic and Orthopedic Products Institution visited the Belovodsk Children's Psychoneurological Social Hospital and the Sokuluk Rehabilitation Center, where children with disabilities are housed. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection. During the visit, specialists examined the children and took individual anthropometric measurements, taking into account the

18.02.2026, 15:09
Ministry of Labor: Holders of the "kairylman" status have social guarantees equivalent to citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic
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Ministry of Labor: Holders of the "kairylman" status have social guarantees equivalent to citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic

The process of obtaining the "kairylman" status takes up to two months from the moment the application is submitted to the Ministry. In 2025, 935 ethnic Kyrgyz received this status, among them: 66 people from the Republic of Uzbekistan; 837 people from the Republic of Tajikistan; 12 people from the People's Republic of China; 9 people from the Russian Federation; 10 people from Afghanistan; 1 person from other countries. In January 2026, 132 people were also recognized as

18.02.2026, 15:05
Health

"Precious Time is Being Lost": Deputy Proposes to Conduct Blood Compatibility Tests Right in State Hospitals

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 18, Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva expressed concern about the current situation in the healthcare sector. According to the deputy, when a patient in a hospital requires a blood transfusion, their relatives are forced to go to the Blood Center. They then must visit a private clinic to conduct a compatibility test. Only after that can the transfusion take place, which is critically important in emergency situations. “This is a very alarming situation,

18.02.2026, 15:04
Economy

"120 million soms allocated for the repair of irrigation facilities in 2026, - first deputy representative"

In the Chuy region, preparations for the irrigation season of 2026 are actively underway. This was reported by the first deputy representative of the president in the region, Sanjar Zhantaev, at a board meeting dedicated to the socio-economic development of the region. According to Zhantaev's data, there are 269 reservoirs in the Chuy region with a design capacity of 253.145 million cubic meters, of which 168.81 million cubic meters of water have been accumulated. In 2026, a sowing

18.02.2026, 15:03
Zhainak Usen uulu headed the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh
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Zhainak Usen uulu headed the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh

The leadership of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic has made the decision to appoint Zhainak Usen uulu as the head of the parliament's press service. Zhainak Usen uulu has established himself as an experienced media manager. Among his previous achievements is the position of General Director of the National Television and Radio Broadcasting Corporation (NTRK), where he dealt with issues of information policy and broadcasting development. Photo from the internet. Zhainak Usen uulu

18.02.2026, 15:01
PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT: February 19, 10:00 – "Registration for OGE-2026"
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PRESS ANNOUNCEMENT: February 19, 10:00 – "Registration for OGE-2026"

The event will feature: - Nadira Syntashevna Dzhusupbekova, Deputy Minister of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic; - Durus Isakbaevich Kozyuev, Deputy Minister of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic; - Aicholpon Omurbekovna Jumagazieva, Leading Specialist of the Department of School Education; - Chynara Ebishovna Batrakeeva, Director of the Center for Assessment in Education and Teaching Methods.

18.02.2026, 15:00
On the Eve of the Start of Ramadan, the UN Secretary-General Calls for Unity and Solidarity
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On the Eve of the Start of Ramadan, the UN Secretary-General Calls for Unity and Solidarity

Guterres emphasized that the international community must pay attention to the main ideas of Ramadan: overcoming contradictions, helping those in need, and protecting the rights of every individual. He also recalled his tradition of visiting Muslim communities and participating in fasting at the beginning of Ramadan each year as a sign of solidarity. "Every year I return, inspired by the idea of peace and compassion that Ramadan brings," he shared.

18.02.2026, 14:56
Sadyr Japarov met with Members of the European Parliament
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Sadyr Japarov met with Members of the European Parliament

Today, February 18, in Bishkek, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, met with a delegation from the European Parliament led by Giuseppina Princi, the chair of the group for relations with Central Asian countries. This was reported by the press service of the head of state. The delegation included deputies from various countries: Giuseppina Princi from Italy, Sven Simon from Germany, Thierry Mariani from France, Antonin Stanek from the Czech Republic, Christian Vigenin from

18.02.2026, 14:56
Politics

The deputy proposes to grant Cholpon-Ata the status of a tourist city

Tabyldy Muratbekov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, proposed granting Cholpon-Ata the status of a tourist city. He emphasized that this measure would allow for the creation of an exemplary tourist center in the region, as well as systematize issues related to infrastructure and landscaping.

18.02.2026, 14:52
Education

The Minister of Education and the Ambassador of the United Kingdom discussed issues related to the licensing of textbooks for grades 10-12.

On February 18, a meeting took place between the Minister of Education Dogdurkül Kendirbaeva and the British Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Nicholas Bowler, as reported by the ministry's press service. During the conversation, Kendirbaeva thanked the ambassador for his assistance in obtaining licenses for English language textbooks for students in grades 10-12.

18.02.2026, 14:46