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The Cabinet proposes to queue for apartments instead of land plots
Society / Exclusive

The Cabinet proposes to queue for apartments instead of land plots

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Temirlan Aitieff raised the issue of the process of allocating land plots to citizens who are in line. In response, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Daniyar Amangeldiev explained that this issue falls under the jurisdiction of local self-government bodies. He noted that the allocation of land plots is a complex task, as land resources are limited. In this regard, the government is moving towards the construction of multi-story

05.02.2026, 15:51
Society

What is needed for the legal drilling of a well for drinking or technical water in the Kyrgyz Republic

When using groundwater for drinking and technical purposes, it is important to strictly adhere to the norms and requirements of the water legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic. This is reminded by the State Service for the Control of Land Use and Water Resources under the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. What needs to be done: obtain a license and a licensing agreement from the State Geological Service of the KR; develop a project and undergo an environmental expertise; after

05.02.2026, 15:50
Exclusive

The Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the USA named 3 priorities for cooperation with Central Asia in the B5+1 format

The United States of America has identified three main areas in which it plans to expand cooperation with Central Asia within the B5+1 format. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State John Mark Pomersheim announced these initiatives on February 5 at the B5+1 forum in Bishkek. The first area focuses on improving the business climate in the region. This involves creating transparent and fair conditions for trade, which should increase the level of trust from American companies in the markets of

05.02.2026, 15:47
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, $1.6 million in investments attracted from mineral resource auctions since 2025, FDI inflow doubled, - MDS

Since the beginning of 2025, 26 auctions for the rights to use subsoil plots have been held in Kyrgyzstan, attracting assets amounting to approximately $1.6 million. This information was announced by representatives of the International Business Council at a business breakfast held as part of the two-day B5+1 business forum. As of September 2025, 2005 licenses for subsoil use have been issued in the country, of which 103 licenses belong to state enterprises with full state participation.

05.02.2026, 15:44
The collapse of tech companies by a trillion dollars will affect all stocks that have come in the way of AI
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The collapse of tech companies by a trillion dollars will affect all stocks that have come in the way of AI

The recent sell-off was triggered by the presentation of a new tool for the legal field by the AI startup Anthropic PBC. KeyBanc analyst Jackson Ader noted that “if this is legal technology today, then tomorrow AI could impact sales, marketing, or finance.” According to Bloomberg, fears of an impending crash have hit the market for large American and European tech companies. The trillion dollars lost in the stock market reflected negative investor sentiment, and even those companies that were

05.02.2026, 15:43
The export of an ancient meteorite worth 323 million rubles was halted in Russia
Incidents

The export of an ancient meteorite worth 323 million rubles was halted in Russia

Photo kp_ru. Ancient meteorite "Aletai" In the port of St. Petersburg, customs officials prevented an attempt to illegally export a rare cosmic object. The meteorite, weighing over 2 tons, was being sent out of the country disguised as garden decor, as reported by Russian media. The criminals secured the meteorite on a metal stand and concealed it within wooden panels. However, inspectors suspected something was amiss during the cargo inspection. As a result of the check, the cosmic

05.02.2026, 15:40
Society

Ministry of Transport: The section of the road Suzak - Kadu is under warranty repair

The Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that the video posted on social media, showing damaged asphalt, pertains to the section of the road Suzak–Kadu, located within the 0-2 kilometer range. Currently, work is being carried out to address the issues. The agency also added that the asphalt concrete surface in this section was laid in September of last year, and the object remains under the warranty service of the contracting company. All costs for the

05.02.2026, 15:40
Winter Olympics - 2026. Let's take a look at the parade uniforms of different countries.
Sports

Winter Olympics - 2026. Let's take a look at the parade uniforms of different countries.

The opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics will take place tomorrow, February 6, at the "San Siro" stadium in Milan, Italy. National teams from all participating countries have presented their sports uniforms and parade outfits, with the Mongolian team’s uniform standing out particularly, receiving numerous enthusiastic responses in the media and social networks.

05.02.2026, 15:38
Society

Tourists on vacation noticed traces of wild animals in the mountains of the Chui region

In the foothills of the Jayil district of the Chui region, snowy expanses are abundant with the tracks of various wild animals, including wild boars, roe deer, foxes, and jackals. Local residents have reported that on the snowy pages of the "winter book," one can observe the life of the inhabitants of the Almaly (Apple) Gorge. This gorge, located just 18 kilometers from Kara-Balta, has been home to many species of animals and birds for many years. The deep snow forces wild boars to

05.02.2026, 15:38
The Ministry of Labor reported how many families will participate in the social contract program.
Economy / Exclusive

The Ministry of Labor reported how many families will participate in the social contract program.

In 2026, 13,333 families will receive assistance from the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration as part of the social contract program. This was stated by Zhalyn Toktosunov, a leading specialist in the Employment Assistance Department. According to him, this year over 13,000 citizens will be able to receive 150,000 soms each to develop their own businesses through this program. Participants will also have the opportunity to obtain a preferential loan of up to 200,000 soms from

05.02.2026, 15:38
Economy

The increase in accumulated investments from Eurasian countries in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 21% — three times higher than the average rate.

Analysts of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) reported that the growth rates of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Kyrgyzstan from countries in the Eurasian region are nearly three times higher than the average figures for this region (January 2026). Kyrgyzstan shows a significant lead in attracting FDI from countries in the Eurasian region, which includes the CIS states, as well as Georgia, Mongolia, and Ukraine.

05.02.2026, 15:37
Economy

Shareholders of the "Kochmon City" residential complex are waiting for help, promises from the State Investment Committee have not been fulfilled, - deputy

- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on February 5, 2026, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva drew attention to the situation with the shareholders of the residential complex "Kochmon City." The construction of this complex was initially carried out by the company "Prime Holding," but later the project was transferred to the State Mortgage Company, which is now supposed to assist the shareholders. According to Surabaldiyeva, after the transfer of the project to

05.02.2026, 15:36
Politics

Will the Ministry of Construction's experience in self-sufficiency be applied in other agencies? Cabinet's response

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the issue of the possibility of applying the self-sufficiency practice used by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services to other state institutions was discussed. Deputy Kuvanychbek Kongantiev raised this question, inquiring about how successfully this model is being implemented in the Ministry of Construction. In response, Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev noted that self-sufficiency is yielding positive

05.02.2026, 15:34
Political scientist Oleg Posternak explained why the Kremlin's "historical" rhetoric is alarming Central Asia
Politics

Political scientist Oleg Posternak explained why the Kremlin's "historical" rhetoric is alarming Central Asia

Statements by Russian propagandists have attracted significant attention in the region At the beginning of 2026, two well-known Russian media figures made statements that caused serious concern in Kyrgyz society. First and foremost, Vladimir Solovyov, referring to the actions of the United States in Venezuela, called to ignore international law and focus on other "points of influence" for Russia.

05.02.2026, 15:34
The order of candidates on the ballot for district No. 13 has been determined.
Exclusive

The order of candidates on the ballot for district No. 13 has been determined.

The Central Election Commission held a draw to determine the order of inclusion of registered candidates for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh from the multi-mandate constituency No. 13 in the ballot. According to the CEC, a draw was also held to allocate free airtime on state television channels and print space in official publications.

05.02.2026, 15:30
Politics

Two Deputy Ministers of Science of Kyrgyzstan Dismissed from Their Positions

The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan announced the dismissal of two deputy ministers of science, higher education, and innovations. According to the information, the order to terminate their powers was signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. They had held these positions since July 3, 2025.

05.02.2026, 15:29
Germany and Australia Expand Partnership in Lithium Mining
World / Exclusive

Germany and Australia Expand Partnership in Lithium Mining

On February 5, a meeting took place in Canberra between the heads of the foreign ministries of Germany and Australia, where Johann Wadephul, the German Foreign Minister, announced the intention of both countries to deepen cooperation in the supply of critically important resources, including lithium. This was reported by DW. According to Wadephul, Australia has significant reserves of strategic raw materials, and Germany is interested in further developing the partnership, especially in the

05.02.2026, 15:27
Society

How Candidates Will Be Arranged on the Ballot for District No. 13

The draw, in which candidates and their representatives participated, determined the order in which they will be presented on the ballot. The distribution of places is as follows: Cholponov Kubanychbek Kaldarbekovich. Sultanova Aizhan Abydkaparovna. Mamataev Erkinbek Sadyrbekovich. Atabekova Kyzhibek Azimzhanovna. Chomojev Almazbek Altynbekovich. Koychumanova Nurkan Kadyrovna. Asanov Ulanbek Zhalalovich. Abdimalikov Ulanbek Abdimalikovich. Apsabirova Gulnura Bayyshovna. Beishenkul uulu Amantur.

05.02.2026, 15:26
Economy

Price increase is not a whim. Restaurateurs urged the government to engage in dialogue on the service charge.

The "HoReCa Club" Association, representing the interests of the restaurant and hotel sector, commented to Kaktus.media on the words of the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet, Daniyar Amangeldiev, regarding the inclusion of service charges in the prices of dishes being an unlawful step by restaurateurs. The "HoReCa Club" emphasizes that the hospitality industry in Kyrgyzstan is facing a critical choice: either support the people in the country or sacrifice them for

05.02.2026, 15:26
Economy

The problems of seamstresses arose due to uncertainty with VAT on Wildberries — Amangeldiev

The First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet explained the reasons for the current situation in the textile industry at the Jogorku Kenesh. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Umbetaly Kydyraiev raised the issue of the crisis in Kyrgyzstan's textile industry, which, according to him, became particularly noticeable in the second half of 2025. He addressed Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, asking why the government was unable to prevent this

05.02.2026, 15:24
In Bishkek, 18 teenagers were found unsupervised by their parents
Society

In Bishkek, 18 teenagers were found unsupervised by their parents

Photo by the press service of the mayor's office In January 2026, two raids were conducted by specialists from the internal affairs department and other relevant services in the Lenin district of Bishkek. These activities were part of a preventive campaign called "Baldar emgegi" and "Selsayak," as reported by the press service of the mayor's office. The main objective of these raids was to prevent the involvement of children in harmful forms of labor, as well as

05.02.2026, 15:22