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Supplies of School Textbooks Discussed by Relevant Agencies of Kyrgyzstan and Russia

During a video conference organized by the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, the supply of textbooks between Kyrgyzstan and Russia was discussed. The meeting included representatives from the Russian publishing house "Prosveshchenie." Special attention was given to the adaptation of textbooks for the Russian language and literature for students in the 3rd, 4th, 6th, and 8th grades who are studying in Russian and Kyrgyz.

06.02.2026, 07:56
Politics

In Ak-Suu, agricultural land has been converted for the construction of a plastic factory.

The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to reclassify 10 hectares of land in the village of Ak-Suu, located in the Chuy region, from agricultural land to industrial land. This plot, which is state-owned, will be designated for the construction of a factory that will produce plastic products used in drip and sprinkler irrigation systems. This decision was made taking into account the recommendations of the presidential representative in the Chuy region and the local state administration.

06.02.2026, 07:49
Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of February 6
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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main News by the Morning of February 6

In the last 24 hours, international media reported on key events occurring both in Ukraine and beyond, against the backdrop of ongoing military actions. Here are the main points. Belgorod without power. Photo Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. The second round of trilateral negotiations involving representatives from Russia, Ukraine, and the USA has concluded in Abu Dhabi. The main outcome was an agreement on a new prisoner exchange under the scheme "157 for 157," which is the first in the

06.02.2026, 07:43
Economy

Engineering and Geological Surveys for the Kambarata HPP-1: Competition Announced

The Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the launch of a competition for conducting engineering and geological surveys at the Kambaratinskaya HPP-1 site. This information was announced by representatives of the ministry. According to the statement, this procurement is being carried out as part of the project "Technical Assistance for the Kambaratinskaya HPP-1 Project" and will be conducted using an unrestricted method with a two-package approach.

06.02.2026, 07:39
In the meat pavilion "Chuygun," you can buy meat at an affordable price.
Economy

In the meat pavilion "Chuygun," you can buy meat at an affordable price.

In Bishkek, there has been a change of location for wholesale meat trading. The sales point is now located in the new meat pavilion "Chuygun," which is situated on the territory of the "Altyn-Taka" market, replacing the previous point at the Osh market. The new pavilion is already actively operating. For those who prefer early shopping, it will be pleasant to know that the working hours remain the same: the pavilion opens its doors at 03:00 in the morning. One of the key

06.02.2026, 07:27
The Deputy Secretary Landau met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsereg.
World

The Deputy Secretary Landau met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia Battsereg.

In this context, Deputy Press Secretary Tommy Pigott provided the following information: “Today, February 5, 2026, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia, Ms. Battsereg Batmunkh. The main topic of discussion was the deepening of cooperation between the two countries in the areas of security and economy. Landau emphasized the importance of the strategic partnership between the United States and Mongolia within the framework of the

06.02.2026, 06:35
A sharp cold snap is expected in Mongolia
World

A sharp cold snap is expected in Mongolia

// photo: ©Batzaya Choijiljav On February 6, significant cooling is forecasted in various regions of Mongolia, and on February 7, frosts will intensify, especially in the eastern part of the country. Most regions will experience overcast weather, with no precipitation expected. The northwestern wind, with speeds of 5-10 meters per second, may strengthen to 12-14 meters per second in the steppe and Gobi regions.

06.02.2026, 06:00
Athlete Tsevendash will run the route Ulaanbaatar–Beijing–Tianjin
World

Athlete Tsevendash will run the route Ulaanbaatar–Beijing–Tianjin

On February 5, the famous climber and honored athlete Tseveendash Bazarhand began his run covering a distance of 1600 kilometers along the route Ulaanbaatar–Beijing–Tianjin. This was reported by IKON. Before the run, Tseveendash noted that there are serious problems among youth and children, such as depression and addiction to digital devices. He emphasized that instead of just talking about a healthy lifestyle, he wants to set an example through his actions. “People have become less active,

06.02.2026, 04:25
Nominchimeg was elected chairperson of the Human Rights Committee of the MPS Parliament.
World

Nominchimeg was elected chairperson of the Human Rights Committee of the MPS Parliament.

Nominchimeg Odsuren The 179th session of the Human Rights Committee of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is taking place in Geneva, Switzerland, from February 2 to 18, 2026. Details can be found on MiddleAsianNews. At the current meeting, Nominchimeg Odsuren, representing the Parliament of Mongolia, was elected chairperson of the Human Rights Committee of the Inter-Parliamentary Union. The Committee consists of 10 members from various countries. Among the women in the Committee are

06.02.2026, 03:03
Mongolia and Japan intend to further strengthen the "Special Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity"
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Mongolia and Japan intend to further strengthen the "Special Strategic Partnership for Peace and Prosperity"

Left: Uchral Nyam-Osor and Igawahara Masaru As reported by MiddleAsianNews, on February 5, 2026, a meeting took place between the Chairman of the Great State Khural (GSK) of Mongolia, Uchral Nyam-Osor, and the Ambassador of Japan to Mongolia, Igawahara Masaru. Uchral Nyam-Osor, speaking at the meeting, noted that within the framework of the GSK's approved five-year development strategy for Mongolia for 2026-2030, special attention will be paid to the interests of investors and the

06.02.2026, 02:12
The Dominican Republic and Mongolia Agree on Visa-Free Regime
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The Dominican Republic and Mongolia Agree on Visa-Free Regime

“As part of efforts to strengthen bilateral relations and simplify travel, the Dominican Republic and Mongolia have agreed on visa-free entry for citizens of both countries. This agreement will allow holders of diplomatic, service, and ordinary passports to cross borders without the need for visas,” reports MiddleAsianNews. The diplomatic note DU/TI-051162, issued on December 29, 2025, by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic (Mirex) through the embassy in Cuba, confirms

06.02.2026, 01:59
Japan Provides Assistance in the Development of Mongolia's ICT Sector
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Japan Provides Assistance in the Development of Mongolia's ICT Sector

A new technical cooperation project will be launched, aimed at improving the political and legal climate in the field of information and communication technologies, as well as enhancing competitiveness in global markets. This information was disclosed by MiddleAsianNews. On September 26, 2025, a project document titled "Development of the Information and Communication Technology Sector" was signed at the State Palace of Mongolia. This event was organized with the participation of the

06.02.2026, 01:52
Society

New Police Buildings Opened in the Tonsky District

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the villages of Kara-Talaa and Kara-Koo, a ceremonial opening of two police precincts took place. According to the regional Internal Affairs Department, the construction of these facilities was made possible thanks to the initiative of the Minister of Internal Affairs, Lieutenant General of Police Ulan Niyazbekov. The ceremony was attended by high-ranking officials, including the head of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, Major General of Police

05.02.2026, 22:39
The Queen of the Netherlands Became a Reservist in the Country's Armed Forces
Politics

The Queen of the Netherlands Became a Reservist in the Country's Armed Forces

According to a statement from representatives of the royal family, Queen Maxima has decided to become a reservist in the Dutch armed forces. After completing a short military training course, she will fulfill her duties in the army on a part-time basis, as reported by DW. In their comments, family members noted that the queen decided to contribute to the country's defense, realizing that security is becoming increasingly important and should not be taken for granted. According to the

05.02.2026, 22:25
In Bishkek, construction companies held accountable for polluting the roads.
Society

In Bishkek, construction companies held accountable for polluting the roads.

In Bishkek, the municipal inspection of the mayor's office is monitoring compliance with sanitary standards on the roads, especially during the construction of infrastructure facilities along the Bishkek — Manas International Airport (Vasilievsky Tract). The press service of the capital's mayor's office reported this. As a result of inspections, cases were found where soil was being transported onto the roadway by vehicles involved in construction work.

05.02.2026, 22:10
Society

A briefcase with money was stolen from a BMW X5. A suspect has been detained.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, law enforcement authorities have detained a man suspected of committing a series of car thefts. According to the Main Internal Affairs Department, on January 31, a city resident known as J. A. reported to the First May District Internal Affairs Department that a bag containing eight thousand soms had been stolen from his BMW X5. The vehicle was parked on Panfilov Street.

05.02.2026, 21:58
YouTube has opened AI dubbing for all creators, including Russian ones
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YouTube has opened AI dubbing for all creators, including Russian ones

One of the significant innovations is the Expressive Speech technology, which allows not only the reproduction of text but also the intonation, pace, and emotional tone of the original speech. This makes the dubbing more natural and closer to the original material. Currently, automatic dubbing works for languages such as English, French, German, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. The platform is also testing a new feature that synchronizes the speaker's lip movements

05.02.2026, 21:53
The longest snake in the world found in Indonesia
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The longest snake in the world found in Indonesia

The python was also weighed and showed a mass of 96.5 kg. It is currently under the protection of a local nature guard who established a special sanctuary for snakes in Maros. Pythons are large non-venomous snakes belonging to the python family. These reptiles inhabit tropical and subtropical regions, including Africa, Asia, and Australia.

05.02.2026, 21:33
Economy

Bitcoin fell below $70,000

At the moment, the price of Bitcoin has temporarily dropped below the $70,000 mark, a level last seen in November 2024. This was reported by Meduza, citing Bloomberg. During morning trading in New York, the cryptocurrency reached a low of $69,821, but soon after, it recovered slightly.

05.02.2026, 21:28