Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, 315 markets and 95 shopping centers were operating by the end of 2025

Photo from the internet. Alamedin Market in Bishkek According to the report from the National Statistical Committee, by the end of 2025, there were 315 markets operating in Kyrgyzstan, of which 154 are mixed daily markets, as well as 95 shopping centers. Market Structure The total number of trading places in the markets is 83,416. Most of them are occupied by clothing (29,048 places) and mixed (23,892 places) markets.

05.02.2026, 16:33

Politics

Deputy Zhanibek Abirov Could Not Identify Basic Road Signs

Zhanibek Abirov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, found himself at the center of discussions after an unsuccessful interview with a journalist from the UTRK channel, where he failed to correctly interpret the meaning of road signs. His responses quickly spread across social media, causing a wide resonance among users.

05.02.2026, 16:31

Incidents

A Suspect in Large-Scale Fraud Extradited from Georgia to Kyrgyzstan

A citizen of Kyrgyzstan, S.T., suspected of serious fraud, has been extradited from Georgia to Kyrgyzstan. According to the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, upon arrival in the country, S.T. was placed in a detention center, where his criminal prosecution will continue in accordance with the current legislation.

05.02.2026, 16:31

Sports

Boxer Momunaly Ibyraymakunov Awarded for Silver Medal at World Championship: What Did He Receive?

In the Naryn region, in the At-Bashy district, a ceremony was held to award boxer Momunala Ibyraymakunov, reports Turmush correspondent. The athlete took second place and won a silver medal at the World Youth Boxing Championship. At the award ceremony, which took place in Naryn, the athlete was presented with a monetary prize in the form of a certificate for 20,000 soms from the village council and the At-Bashy rural administration.

05.02.2026, 16:30

Sports

The Winter Olympic Games may take place in January

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is exploring the possibility of holding future Winter Olympic Games in January instead of the traditional February, in order to create optimal conditions for snow sports competitions.

05.02.2026, 16:28

Society

"The cost price of a 'square' is $700, but it's sold for $1,400." The deputy demanded to check the GIK.

At the meeting held on February 5, Deputy Nurlanbek Azygaliev asked a question about the prices of apartments being built under the state mortgage program. He inquired about the cost per square meter of housing, to which the deputy head of the GIK company, Nurlan Kudaykulov, responded that it is 59,140 soms in Bishkek and 64,800 soms in the regions. According to him, the selling price ranges from $900 to $1,400 per square meter.

05.02.2026, 16:28

Exclusive

The Ministry of Energy announced a competition for engineering and geological surveys for the construction of the Kambar-Ata HPP-1

- The Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a competition for conducting engineering and geological surveys necessary for the construction of the Kambar-Ata HPP-1. This information was announced in the Project Management Department. As clarified by the agency, this procurement is being carried out as part of the initiative "Technical Assistance for the Kambar-Ata HPP-1 Project".

05.02.2026, 16:26

Exclusive

Trump has abandoned the threat to seize Greenland by force, but the war on the internet is just beginning

The Danish Minister of Justice, Peter Hummelgaard, emphasized that Greenland is becoming a target of various influences, and one of the goals of these campaigns is to "undermine the relationship between Denmark and Greenland." According to Thomas Hedin, the editor-in-chief of the Danish fact-checking service TjekDet, the amount of misinformation related to Greenland significantly increased last year.

05.02.2026, 16:26

Incidents

In Kyrgyzstan, 11,000 hazardous points identified: Emergency Situations Ministry warns of risks

In Kyrgyzstan, 11,388 areas have been identified that may be hazardous due to mudflows, floods, landslides, and other natural processes. This statement was made by the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES). In 2025, 1,932 inspections were conducted, resulting in local authorities receiving 405 specialized warnings, as well as the preparation of 1,236 expert conclusions.

05.02.2026, 16:24

Sports

"Young Talents": 17-Year-Old Dair Mukhametov Takes Third Place Among 100 Judo Athletes

17-year-old judoka Dair Mukhambetov from Tokmok became a bronze medalist among 100 athletes at the Kyrgyzstan Championship. He was born in 2009.

05.02.2026, 16:19

Politics / Exclusive

Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Ethiopia presented credentials to the Chairperson of the African Union Commission

On February 4, in Addis Ababa, the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Ethiopia, Adylbek Tultemirov, officially presented his credentials to Mahmoud Ali Yusuf, who holds the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission. This information was received from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The ceremony took place at the headquarters of the African Union and was marked by a spirit of goodwill and respect.

05.02.2026, 16:19

Society / Exclusive

Former President of Nagorno-Karabakh Sentenced to Life in Baku

Photo by RBC. Araik Harutyunyan, archival photo The military court in Baku has sentenced former leaders of the Armenian Nagorno-Karabakh to life imprisonment. These politicians were detained in 2023 as a result of a military operation, after which the disputed territory was transferred under the control of Azerbaijan, RBC reports. Among the convicted is Araik Harutyunyan, who served as the president of the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic (NKR) from 2020 until August 2023. He was accused of

05.02.2026, 16:19

World

Uzbekistan and the USA Agree on Strategic Partnership in the Field of Critical Minerals

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov, and Christopher Landau, the First Deputy Secretary of State of the USA, signed an important Memorandum of Understanding. This document concerns the reliability of supply in the field of extraction and processing of critical minerals and rare earth elements, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan. Saidov noted that Uzbekistan views the rare metals sector not just as a source of income but also as a foundation

05.02.2026, 16:18

Society

Asman Airlines showcased what the new Airbus A321 will look like

In collaboration with the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," Asman Airlines has announced a new design for its Airbus A321 aircraft, which will be acquired this year for international flights.

05.02.2026, 16:18

Health

Photo - A rehabilitation complex will be built in the village of Archaly.

In the Chuy region, in the village of Archaly, the construction of a rehabilitation town is planned, which will serve educational and scientific-methodological functions in the field of rehabilitation. This initiative was reported by the Ministry of Health. The construction of the town is being carried out on the instruction of the president, and it will be based on the existing rehabilitation center "Maksat".

05.02.2026, 16:17

Society / Exclusive

The deputy proposed to strengthen control over the use of sunflower oil in cafes and markets.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Gulsunkan Junushalieva raised the issue of the reuse of sunflower oil in public catering establishments. She emphasized that this oil is only permissible to use twice. “In our cafes, it is not always known how many times this product has been used. It is necessary to conduct a sanitary examination. Children eat at KFC, and this negatively affects the quality of food. At the Osh market, they prepare boorsoks in old, dark oil, yet there is still

05.02.2026, 16:16

Health

The deputy reported a shortage of hospital beds in the city of Manas and Suzak district.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, Deputy Venera Khamazaeva drew attention to the serious problem of the shortage of hospital beds in the city of Manas and the Suzak district. She noted that the children's regional hospital, designed for 165 beds, is actually receiving up to 250 children, which creates significant strain on the medical staff and leads to violations of sanitary norms. “The situation is critical, there are not enough beds, and doctors have to work under high

05.02.2026, 16:15

Society

The Minister of Health proposes that the state provide hemodialysis services itself

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the head of the Ministry of Health, Kanibek Dosmambetov, announced the possibility of providing hemodialysis services at the state level. The minister responded to questions from deputies regarding the shortage of hemodialysis centers in some regions of the country, noting that currently such services are offered by private medical institutions.

05.02.2026, 16:15

Economy / Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan is counting on large projects in IT, tourism, and natural resources — Kydyrbaev

As reported by Uluk Kydyrbaev, head of the secretariat of the Business Development and Investment Council under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kyrgyzstan has set a priority task — economic growth. This statement was made at the B5+1 forum, organized to discuss the investment climate in the country. According to Kydyrbaev, significant investments are required to achieve this ambitious goal.

05.02.2026, 16:10

Politics

Daniyar Amangeldiev: Farmers Should Insure Their Lands and Crops

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev stated that the government cannot provide compensation to farmers. This statement was made in response to questions from deputies regarding the support provided to farmers who lost their crops due to a lack of irrigation water or landslides.

05.02.2026, 16:06

Sports / Exclusive

The National Championship in Sports Wrestling for Athletes Under 17 Has Started in Kyrgyzstan

Ulan Kydyrbaev congratulated the participants at the opening of the event on the start of the competition and wished them great success and high achievements. He emphasized that such tournaments play a key role in the development of sports skills among youth and in forming a reserve for the national team. According to the results of the tournament, athletes who take prize places (I, II, and III) will receive medals and diplomas, and will also be included in the national team of Kyrgyzstan.

05.02.2026, 16:04

Economy

Children eat KFC, it is unknown how many times the oil used to cook this food has been reused, - deputy

On February 5, 2026, during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulsunkan Junushalieva raised an important issue regarding the disposal of recycled vegetable oil. She noted that the use of vegetable oil is limited to just two times.

05.02.2026, 16:03

Economy

The National Bank presented collectible coins and banknotes at the World Money Fair in Berlin

- From January 26 to February 1, 2026, the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan (NBKR) participated in the World Money Fair held in Berlin, Germany, reports the press service of the NBKR. World Money Fair is the largest international exhibition dedicated to numismatics, bringing together under one roof coin manufacturers, mints, national banks, technical specialists, collectors, and dealers. Each year, about 300 exhibitors from more than 50 countries participate in the event.

05.02.2026, 16:03

Incidents

In the Jumgal District, following the inspection, 106 officials were held accountable.

In 2025, the prosecutor's office of the Jumgal district carried out numerous activities aimed at combating corruption, monitoring compliance with legislation, protecting human rights, and safeguarding the interests of minors. According to information provided by the prosecutor's office, 104 inspections were conducted in 2025, which, according to statistics, is a decrease from 130 in the previous year. During these inspections, 227 violations of the law were identified, which is 13

05.02.2026, 15:58