The national team of Kyrgyzstan in wushu demonstrated excellent results at the international wushu kung fu tournament held in Almaty as part of the third Martial Arts Games "Piki Tyan-Shanya".
Applications for participation in the anniversary fifth season of the "Women in Business" program have begun in Kyrgyzstan. This initiative aims to support women entrepreneurs and enhance their influence in the economy. This season, beneficiaries of "FINCA Bank," namely women who manage or own businesses and work with the bank on credit programs, will participate. Additionally, women entrepreneurs with at least two years of experience in small and medium-sized businesses
During the treatment of patients, the staff of these centers used electric shock devices and isolation rooms. According to official data provided by the press service of the GKNB, facts of illegal activities of the rehabilitation centers 'Idalgo', 'Resolution', and 'Bishkek-Mayak' have been revealed.
The appointment order was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the adopted document, Timur Malbashev will take the position of director of the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Oil Company," which operates under the auspices of the State Agency for Management of State Property. Brief Biography
During his working trip to Germany, Daniyar Amangeldiev, who holds the position of First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, participated in the 62nd Munich Security Conference. At this event, Amangeldiev held a series of bilateral meetings with several high-ranking foreign officials, including: — Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Italy Antonio Tajani;
In the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, a man faced criminal prosecution for the illegal mowing of clover on rented lands, accompanied by threats directed at the tenants. This information was published on the "Digital Justice" portal. Names have been changed.
- According to preliminary data, the gross domestic product of Kyrgyzstan reached 125.7 billion soms in January 2026, which corresponds to an increase of 9% compared to the same month of the previous year. This was reported on February 16 at a press conference by the First Deputy Chairperson of the National Statistical Committee, Nazira Kerimalieva. As noted by Nazira Kerimalieva, the positive dynamics in the economy are observed due to growth in the sectors of commodity production, services,
On February 16, it became known that Aivar Monoldorov is no longer the director of the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Oil Company," which is managed by the State Agency for Management of State Property. He has been replaced by Timur Malbashev. This information was published by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers.
According to preliminary data from the National Statistical Committee, in January 2026, the gross domestic product amounted to 125 billion 718.1 million soms. This figure shows a growth of 9 percent compared to the same month in 2025. In 2025, the GDP growth rate was 11.1 percent. According to information from the National Statistical Committee, the largest share in the GDP structure (over 52.3 percent) belongs to the service sectors, which is 1.3 percent higher than in December 2025.
As a result of the tournament, Kyrgyzstani sambo wrestlers demonstrated excellent results, receiving well-deserved awards for their hard work and skill.
According to the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bolot Dzhusupbekov no longer holds the position of First Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. The decision to dismiss him was made and signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. It is also worth noting that earlier today, the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Mederbek Mashiev, was also relieved of his duties.
The reason for the investigation was a video in which Saburov allegedly hands over 10 motorcycles to the fighters of the "Wagner Legion Istra," involved in Russia's special military operation in Ukraine. This video became widely available after Saburov was expelled from Russia. Although some users speculated that it was a fake, journalists from Factchek.kz confirmed its authenticity. Additionally, it became known that Kazakh activist Marat Turymbetov appealed to the Prosecutor
- Timur Zharishbekovich Malbashev has been appointed as the director of the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Munai Kompaniyasy" (Kyrgyz Oil Company) under the State Agency for Management of State Property. This decision was made by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, on February 16, 2026.
- According to the EDB, in 2025, the volume of remittances to Kyrgyzstan will reach $3.5 billion. This figure corresponds to 15.4% of the country's gross domestic product.
An earthquake occurred in Kyrgyzstan on February 16 at 13:14. The epicenter was located in China, 34 km south of the village of Bedel, at a distance of 140 km from Karakol.
- During the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which took place on February 16, 2026, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev expressed interest in the size of Kyrgyzstan's external debt. In response to his inquiry, Deputy Minister of Finance Nurbek Akzholov reported that the total amount of state debt is 8 billion 850 million dollars. Of this amount, 5.2 billion dollars is external debt, while 3.5 billion dollars is internal debt.
Based on the analysis by specialists from the Eurasian Development Bank, it is expected that by 2025, the volume of money transfers to Kyrgyzstan will reach 3.5 billion dollars. This data was published in the latest macro review of this financial institution. Analysts noted that in 2024, a record level of transfers was recorded, which increased by 16.8% compared to the previous year, primarily due to inflows from Russia. According to information from the EDB, the amount of 3.5 billion dollars
Scientists are aiming to solve a complex problem in robotics—the creation of tactile systems that go beyond simple pressure detection and provide safer and more adaptive behavior for machines. The foundation of the new sensory system is a network of flexible pressure sensors embedded in electronic skin. These sensors can convert mechanical force into electrical signals when touch, compression, or impact occurs on the surface of the skin. In the early stages of development, these signals were
On February 15, 2026, the State Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that an attempt to illegally export contraband cargo to Tajikistan was thwarted at the Batken Border Administration. Using modern border security technologies, the violation was promptly detected.
"In our family, this decision by the president did not evoke strong emotions," shared Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Shairbek Tashiev in an interview with the publication "Azattyk". He noted that he recently met with his brother Kamchybek after his return from Germany and his resignation from the post of head of the GKNB following treatment.
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development on February 16, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev raised the issue of the "Sanarip Ordo" platform, for which the International Development Association plans to allocate $50 million. Zamir Kozhomuratov, Deputy Minister of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies, explained that "Sanarip Ordo" is a continuation of the "Government Cloud - G-Cloud"
This week will be significant in February. On February 17, the Year of the Fire Red Horse begins, coinciding with a ring solar eclipse and a New Moon. The next day, February 18, the Sun will move into the sign of Pisces. The energy of this week will be complex and tense. The emergence of the Year of the Horse on the day of the eclipse indicates problems inherited from the Year of the Snake. Resolving these issues will not be quick, as the Horse demands patience and persistence. The desire for
Farmers in the Syrdarya region of Uzbekistan report that local authorities are seizing their land plots, citing the need to settle debts. They suspect that the land is being transferred to Chinese investors. Similar cases are occurring in other regions of the country, as noted by Azattyk Asia. The situation with land disputes, which has affected eastern Uzbekistan, has also reached the Syrdarya region. Local farmers claim that authorities are resorting to legal processes and administrative
In the village of Jangy-Alai, located in the Alai district, work to correct the deficiencies identified during the inspection of social facilities in the Osh region has been successfully completed. This information was provided by the regional capital construction management. The inspection was initiated by the Ministry of Construction and conducted under the supervision of the Department of Architectural and Construction Control. During the inspection, special attention was paid to the