Gulya Kozhokulova, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, expressed her opinion on the recent significant personnel changes in the highest echelons of power and also answered questions regarding potential candidates for the speaker's position and the upcoming presidential elections.
Adilet Orozbekov has been appointed as the secretary of the Security Council of the Kyrgyz Republic. The corresponding decision was announced by the press service of the president's administration after the decree was signed by Sadyr Japarov. Adilet Orozbekov. Previously, this position was held by Rustam Mamasadykov, who was relieved of his duties due to a new appointment as the first deputy chairman of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic.
- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 11, 2026, Deputy Aysarkan Abdibaeva expressed concern about Kyrgyzstan's dependence on wheat imports, which complicates the production of domestic flour. In response to this statement, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev reported that a new high-yield wheat variety had been imported into the country.
Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Jumabekov has proposed an initiative to exclude Independence Day from the provisions of the law regulating noise control. He emphasized that the draft law, which is currently undergoing its first reading, already includes a similar provision for the celebration of New Year’s: from 10:00 PM on December 31 to 3:00 AM on January 1, the noise regulations do not apply. Jumabekov suggested doing the same for August 31, which is celebrated as Independence Day of
Athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Dastanbek Nurmanbetov, won a bronze medal at the Open Masters Games-2026, taking place in the United Arab Emirates. According to the State Agency for Sports, Nurmanbetov competed in the category for athletes over 30 years old.
From February 11 to 12 of this year, the second stage of the republican olympiad is taking place in the Talas region. This information was provided to a Turmush correspondent by the regional educational center. According to the department, the number of participants in the olympiad is distributed as follows:
In the Osh region, in the Nookat district, the activities of a group supporting the religious extremist organization "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami" were halted. This was reported by the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Edil Baysalov, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, announced the start of accelerated modernization of state universities. This information was announced by the government’s press service. According to Baysalov, the creation of a new ministry was a significant step towards deep modernization of the higher education system and the scientific sphere in the country. “The Ministry of Science has been given a clear task: to make universities centers of talent attraction,
On February 12, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) reported on searches conducted in the Nookat district, where supporters of the religious extremist group "Hizb ut-Tahrir al-Islami" were detained. These activities became part of a criminal case initiated under Article 332 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning "Manufacturing and Distribution of Extremist Materials." The searches took place on February 10 in the residences
According to data presented by BBC Future, a long rest on weekends can help compensate for the sleep deficit accumulated during the workweek. Scientific studies confirm that this practice can indeed be beneficial. Sleeping for 10 hours on weekends can create an energy reserve in case it is not possible to fully rest in the future. This approach allows the body to accumulate "extra" hours that can be used in moments when more strength is needed.
A Day of Organic Agriculture has been established in Kyrgyzstan, which will be celebrated every year on the last Friday of September. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. The decree was signed on February 11 by President Sadyr Japarov. This decision is an important step in the state policy aimed at the "green" development of the agricultural sector, ensuring food security, protecting natural resources, and improving
On February 12, a ceremony was held at depot No. 1 for the handover of keys to 95 new buses and 42 units of special equipment to the Bishkek city administration. The event was led by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the press service of the city administration reports. The head of the government noted that work on the technical equipping of municipal enterprises will continue. He also urged city service employees to use the new equipment responsibly and to improve the quality of services for the citizens.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Dastan Jumabekov proposed to exclude not only New Year’s celebrations but also Independence Day from the restrictions of the bill "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic." The deputy commented on the proposal from the Cabinet of Ministers regarding changes to the Code of Offenses and laws related to the prevention of offenses and maintaining silence.
In the context of changing tourist preferences, where people seek not only relaxation but also improvement of their physical and emotional well-being, Turkey is focusing on wellness programs. In 2025, it was recognized as the best destination for wellness tourism by Matador Network Travel Awards, which further strengthened its position on the international stage. One of the main advantages of the country is its thermal resorts. Turkey ranks seventh in the world and first in Europe in the
Ermek Kosherbaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, will visit Kyrgyzstan on an official visit on February 12 and 13, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During his trip, he will hold talks with Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and will also meet with high-ranking representatives of the country's government.
In Bishkek, employees of the State Tax Service conducted operations to identify underground production of alcoholic beverages. These inspections have become part of efforts to control the circulation of excise goods. According to the STS, during the searches, 902 liters of alcohol, 381 bottles of vodka, 43 liters of diluted alcohol, as well as equipment for bottling and producing alcoholic beverages in cups were seized. Additionally, 164 counterfeit excise stamps were found. It was revealed
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 12, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova, representing district No. 3, addressed the issue of the further use of a land plot of about 10 hectares in the state residence "Ala-Archa." As part of the discussion, a draft law was presented that provides for the legal allocation of a land plot of 10.48 hectares within the state residence for social needs.
In 2025, the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund compensated pharmacies in the amount of 409.7 million soms for medications issued on subsidized prescriptions. This enabled thousands of insured citizens of Kyrgyzstan to receive necessary treatment, paying only a portion of the cost of the medications.
Kamchybek Tashiev has left his position in the GKNB, which has sparked active discussions among politicians and experts. Political scientist Bakyt Baketaev, known for his analytical views, recommends approaching this situation without excessive emotions and suggests considering two scenarios for possible developments.
- In 2025, the volume of cement production in the Chui region significantly increased, doubling compared to previous figures. This information was published by the National Statistical Committee. In this region, 2 million tons of cement were produced.
The Mandatory Health Insurance Fund (MHIF) reported the reimbursement to pharmacies of 409.7 million soms for medications provided under preferential prescriptions in 2025. According to the MHIF, thanks to these payments, thousands of citizens of Kyrgyzstan with insurance were able to obtain necessary medications, paying only a portion of their cost.
The weather in Kyrgyzstan on February 13. According to the data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected overnight on February 13 across most of the territory of Chui, Talas, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Naryn regions. Precipitation is also possible in some areas of the Issyk-Kul region. During the day, rain and snow will occur in Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, especially in mountainous areas. Fog will be observed in some places. Snow drifts and ice will form on
The incident occurred in the residential area of "Tynchtyk" In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an incident occurred in which a driver was attacked and his vehicle was damaged. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Lenin District.
According to information published by the Daily Mail, the shooter who attacked a school in Canada turned out to be transgender. This information was provided by the parents of students and the Canadian police, who confirmed the identity of the attacker. The name of 18-year-old Jesse Van Rutselaar, who opened fire in the library of Tamber Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia, was linked to his mother's name — Jesse Strang. Van Rutselaar began identifying as a woman at the age of 12