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Syrgabaev: The China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway - Key to Transit Potential
Society / Exclusive

Syrgabaev: The China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway - Key to Transit Potential

As of today, the 2nd meeting of the transport ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation is taking place in Istanbul, where the Minister of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, Abstat Syrybaev, is participating. During the meeting, key issues related to the expansion of transport links, development of logistics corridors, reduction of transport barriers, and implementation of modern digital technologies are being discussed.

12.02.2026, 16:53
Dzhunushaliev: Bishkek Attracted Hundreds of Millions of Dollars for Infrastructure Development
Society / Exclusive

Dzhunushaliev: Bishkek Attracted Hundreds of Millions of Dollars for Infrastructure Development

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an eco-technological plant for the processing of solid household waste has been opened with investments amounting to $95 million. This was reported by the city's mayor, Aibek Dzhunushaliev, at a recent board meeting. The plant is capable of processing up to 365,000 tons of waste annually, starting with 1,000 tons per day in the first phase, and generates electricity with a capacity of 30 MW, significantly improving the ecological and energy

12.02.2026, 16:50
Society / Exclusive

One-Way Traffic Opened on North-South Route After Avalanche Collapse

On the alternative North-South highway, in the Aral area, the work to clear the snow avalanche has been successfully completed, allowing for one-way traffic to be opened. This was reported by the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic. It has been reported that, at the moment, employees of Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 24 continue to carry out clearing operations aimed at restoring two-way traffic. Three loaders, two graders, one Howo truck, and 12 workers are

12.02.2026, 16:49
A referendum on limiting the country's population will be held in Switzerland. This is a measure against immigration.
World

A referendum on limiting the country's population will be held in Switzerland. This is a measure against immigration.

The referendum is initiated by the right-wing conservative Swiss People's Party, which began collecting signatures for a petition to limit immigration in 2024. This party controls about one-third of the seats in the Federal Assembly of Switzerland. Despite the government and parliament opposing this proposal, the referendum was automatically triggered after more than 100,000 citizens signed the petition.

12.02.2026, 16:40
Sadyr Japarov met with the President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Zou Jiayi
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Sadyr Japarov met with the President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Zou Jiayi

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with Zou Jia, President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, on February 12. The meeting discussed opportunities for joint work on large projects focused on industrialization, development of transport logistics, and strengthening Kyrgyzstan's transit potential. Initiatives in the fields of agriculture and energy were also considered. The head of state emphasized that industrialization is one of the key areas for growth

12.02.2026, 16:40
Society

Deputy of the BGK reported the beating of an employee by the management of the MP and the man being brought to the brink of a heart attack

At the commission meeting on February 11, dedicated to issues of municipal property, land matters, and urban planning, Asanbekov drew attention to a problem arising from the organization of parking on Isakeyeva Street, 18. Residents informed him that parking spaces were occupied by cars belonging to a dealership selling Chinese cars. The deputy was outraged that instead of resolving the issue, the municipal service extended the agreement allowing the dealership to use spaces for 100 cars,

12.02.2026, 16:34
In the Nookat District, searches were conducted among supporters of "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami"
Incidents

In the Nookat District, searches were conducted among supporters of "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami"

Supporters and active members of the organization became the target of searches Employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) and the Internal Affairs Department (UVD) of the Osh region conducted a series of operational-investigative activities in the Osh region. The main goal of these actions is to monitor the religious situation and prevent the activities of the radical organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami," as reported by the GKNB press service.

12.02.2026, 16:31
In Bishkek, 12 million soms are planned to be spent on the demolition of trolleybus poles
Society

In Bishkek, 12 million soms are planned to be spent on the demolition of trolleybus poles

Photo 24.kg The municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" has announced a tender for the demolition of trolleybus poles in the capital. The total contract amount is 12 million 46 thousand soms, as reported by 24.kg citing Bermet Borubaeva, the founder of the initiative group #BishkekSmog. According to the activist, the Ministry of Finance previously stated that the transfer of 100 trolleybuses would not incur additional costs for the local budget. However, in reality, the costs

12.02.2026, 16:29
Digital Leisure 2.0: How the Modern Entertainment Format is Changing
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Digital Leisure 2.0: How the Modern Entertainment Format is Changing

Modern entertainment online platforms are becoming increasingly popular, as they serve as a source of joy for many and allow them to escape from everyday routines. The internet offers a wide variety of leisure platforms that can be classified by content type: Video streaming services (such as YouTube, TikTok, and Twitch); Gaming platforms (for example, Steam, Epic Games, Roblox, and other online casual games); Gambling websites and applications – according to information from they are visited

12.02.2026, 16:26
The revenues of the local budget of Bishkek reached 30.6 billion soms
Economy / Exclusive

The revenues of the local budget of Bishkek reached 30.6 billion soms

The dynamics of Bishkek's budget over the past five years shows a significant increase — by 22.1 billion soms, which is equivalent to a growth of 3.6 times. This data was presented by the first deputy mayor, Mirlanbek Baigonchokov, at the final meeting of the city administration. In his speech, he noted that such results indicate a solid strengthening of the revenue base and an increase in the financial capabilities of the local budget. By the end of 2025, the actual revenues of the city

12.02.2026, 16:26
Politics

"Tectonic Changes". How Foreign Media Reacted to Tashiev's Resignation

On February 10, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, signed a decree that relieved Kamchybek Tashiev of his duties as Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State Committee for National Security. This decision radically changed the political situation in the country, prompting neighboring countries to analyze the situation in Kyrgyzstan more closely.

12.02.2026, 16:25
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man was admitted to the hospital with serious injuries. A suspect has been detained.

On February 12, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the First May District reported the detention of a suspect in a serious crime against health. The incident occurred on February 10, when the police received information from medical staff that a beaten man had been brought to the hospital. An investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene, recording the incident under Article 130 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic ("Causing serious harm to

12.02.2026, 16:24
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Citizens face difficulties traveling abroad due to unpaid fines, - deputy

On February 12, 2026, during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova raised the issue of the difficulties citizens face when traveling abroad due to unpaid fines. She emphasized the need to create conditions for citizens to be able to instantly pay their fines through mobile banking applications.

12.02.2026, 16:24
Incidents

The State Revenue Service uncovered illegal alcohol production workshops in Bishkek and the Chui region.

As part of measures to strengthen control over the circulation of excise goods, employees of the State Tax Service conducted a series of inspections, during which underground workshops for the production of alcoholic products were discovered. The press service of the STS reported this. During the operations in Bishkek, significant volumes of alcoholic products were seized: 902 liters of alcohol, 381 bottles of "Wheat" vodka, as well as 43 liters of diluted alcohol. In addition,

12.02.2026, 16:23