In Bishkek, the police detained a person suspected of murder, as reported on February 5 by the press service of the capital's law enforcement agencies. At 23:04 on February 4, an emergency call was received at service 102 reporting that a woman's body had been found on the bypass road.
Photo 24.kg In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, work has begun on the dismantling of contact network poles on Abdrakhmanov Street. The press service of the city hall informed the editorial office of 24.kg that these activities are being carried out by the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" as part of the preparations for the upcoming events of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), as well as in accordance with a previously approved plan. The dismantling is taking
President of the Association of E-commerce of Kyrgyzstan, Aibek Kurenkiev, shared information about the growth of the digital economy and cooperation in the e-commerce sector at the B5+1 forum. According to him, Central Asia is demonstrating impressive growth in digitalization, made possible by historical, cultural, and economic ties, as well as active experience exchange among the countries of the region. Currently, the Association includes about 50 companies, among which are key players in
The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has announced the introduction of a tariff exemption for the import of cocoa butter. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the new regulation, an exemption from import customs duties for cocoa butter under the EAEU commodity code 1804000000 is provided for up to 300 tons per year.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Speaker Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu shared details of his conversation with the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, which took place after criticism of populism. “The key thing we need is to maintain calm and unity in the country. It is important for all branches of power to respect each other and move forward. Our common goal is the well-being of the people and the development of the state. Despite possible disagreements between the executive and
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, a bill concerning amendments to the Law on "Renewable Energy Sources" was discussed in its second reading. The document was presented by the Deputy Minister of Energy, Altynbek Rysbekov. Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova asked about the magnitude of the electricity deficit in the country. According to Rysbekov, by the end of 2025, the electricity deficit in Kyrgyzstan is expected to reach 3.8 billion kilowatt-hours. He added that this shortfall is planned
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, signed a decree appointing Almazbek Isakov as the new mayor of Kara-Balta in the Chuy region. This appointment followed the dismissal of the previous mayor of the city, Salmurbek uulu Azat, from his position.
The asphalt collapsed at the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Orozbekov Street in Bishkek, creating a dangerous situation for road users. Eyewitnesses who captured the incident on video reported this. Drivers passing by note that the pit formed unexpectedly and is located right on the road. This circumstance is particularly dangerous during peak hours when the flow of vehicles is high. Motorists have to suddenly change their direction to avoid this hazardous area, which increases the
25 years ago, the development of a digital ecosystem began in Kyrgyzstan, initiated by the first internet users and enthusiasts. Today, this initiative has grown into a significant movement for the entire region. This was announced by Aziz Abakirov, head of the High Technology Park of Kyrgyzstan, at the B5+1 forum. “At a recent panel discussion dedicated to agriculture, our colleagues from Uzbekistan proposed the concept of One Central Asia. We fully support this idea. Central Asia should
As a result of identified violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Osh branch of the National Bank imposed fines on 12 exchange offices, with a total fine amounting to 660,000 soms. Each of the violating offices was fined 55,000 soms. In addition, some exchange points were temporarily deprived of their licenses for the period from January 31 to February 9, 2026:
During the meeting, the parties discussed a wide range of relevant issues and exchanged views on the state and prospects of bilateral consular cooperation. Particular attention was paid to issues of interaction and the expansion of the legal framework in accordance with the Vienna Convention on Consular Relations of April 24, 1963. An important aspect of the consultations was ensuring the protection of the rights and interests of citizens of both countries and creating comfortable conditions
Azat Salmurбек уулу is no longer the mayor of Kara-Balta, as reported by the president's press service. He was appointed to this position on October 14, 2025, and previously served as the first vice-mayor of Tokmok for two years. According to the new presidential decree, his place will be taken by Almazbek Isakov. Photo from the internet. Almazbek Isakov Isakov holds the rank of police lieutenant colonel and previously headed the traffic safety department in the Talas region's
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the First Deputy Head of the Cabinet, Daniyar Amangeldiev, announced the government's intentions to switch the CHPP to gas within 1-2 years. He noted that the modernization of the CHPP has been ongoing for several years.
At the World Government Summit in Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev reported on the climate risks threatening Lake Issyk-Kul. According to the Ministry of Water Management, he emphasized the importance of this unique ecosystem for the region. According to Torobaev, Issyk-Kul is not only a significant natural resource for Kyrgyzstan but also an important socio-economic asset. However, over the past decades, the lake
According to information, Lake Issyk-Kul has lost almost 14 meters of its water level since the mid-19th century, which is equivalent to a loss of about 85 billion cubic meters of water. This statement was made by the Minister of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan, Bakyt Torobaev, during the "Forum on Sustainable Impact" taking place at the World Government Summit in Dubai, as reported by the press service of the ministry. Torobaev also noted that the number of rivers flowing into the lake
The municipal inspection announced a recruitment of new employees At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on economics, budget, finance, and investments, the head of the municipal inspection of the Bishkek mayor's office, Myrlan Talaibekov (Tsarikaev), reported that the current salary of employees is over 60,000 soms.
In recent years, Kyrgyzstan has significantly reduced its dependence on external food supplies. Major food products are now being produced in larger volumes, which has allowed for an increase in the level of self-sufficiency in many categories. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, by 2025 the republic will fully or excessively provide itself with six out of nine main types of food. Complete self-sufficiency has been noted in the following categories:
In the microdistrict 'Alamedin-1' of the capital, the process of demolishing the café named 'Mirage' has begun. This information was provided by the city hall's department responsible for land use control. According to the department, the owner of the establishment was previously handed a notice regarding the need for demolition, and clarifications on this matter were provided. As a result, the demolition is taking place on a voluntary basis. After the demolition is
On February 7, a new season of the National League of the Kyrgyzstan Volleyball Championship will kick off in Bishkek, as reported by the federation of this sport. Eight teams will participate in the competitions, both among men and women, competing over three rounds.
During the Global Summit on Sustainable Development Goals, the Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobayev, called for attention to be paid to mountainous regions in the context of the international climate agenda. This information was announced by the press service of the Kyrgyz Cabinet. He emphasized that ecosystems in mountainous areas are under serious threat due to climate change. Processes such as glacier
At the Global Summit on Sustainable Development Goals, the Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev called for the recognition of mountain regions as key players in international climate policy. Torobaev emphasized the importance of focusing on mountain ecosystems, which, according to him, are among the most vulnerable to climate change. He noted that factors such as glacier melting, changes in precipitation
A forum dedicated to issues of domestic violence prevention was held in Kara-Kul. During the event, it was emphasized that domestic violence should not be viewed as a "private matter," as it poses a serious threat to the safety of the population and society as a whole. The Prosecutor's Office of Kara-Kul reminded that there is a special legal framework in Kyrgyzstan to combat such manifestations.
On February 13, a significant tournament in freestyle wrestling will take place in Bishkek, featuring renowned athletes of international caliber. As part of the event, 20 matches are scheduled, covering five Olympic weight categories: up to 57 kg, 65 kg, 74 kg, 86 kg, and 97 kg.
Today, February 5, a cabinet ministers' day took place in the Jogorku Kenesh. At this meeting, it was expected that cabinet members would provide reports on current issues that have been discussed in parliament in recent days. However, it became known that Kasymaliev would not be able to attend. Deputy Kurmankul Zulushiev expressed interest regarding Kasymaliev's absence and asked whether he had been notified about the meeting in advance. He also noted that the factions of the Jogorku