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The Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan discussed visa issues with the U.S. Special Envoy
Society

The Foreign Minister of Kyrgyzstan discussed visa issues with the U.S. Special Envoy

Photo by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Today, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, held a meeting with Sergio Gor, the U.S. special envoy for South and Central Asia. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting discussed current issues and prospects for the development of Kyrgyz-American relations.

04.02.2026, 23:04
Incidents

A Guy Wanted by Police Detained at Osh Market

On February 4th in Bishkek, during a patrol of the territory of the Osh market, police officers detained a man suspected of stealing a document, a seal, and a stamp. Officers from the Patrol and Post Service Regiment of the Bishkek City Police Department brought the detainee to the "Osh Bazaars" shopping and entertainment complex. During the verification of his data, it became known that he was wanted by the Tokmok Internal Affairs Department for a crime under Article 381 of the

04.02.2026, 22:53
Society

In Uzbekistan, they want to build a modern golf resort

The Malaysian company Spora Global Sdn Bhd has introduced the concept of a new golf resort in the Tashkent region. Currently, investors are planning a trip to Uzbekistan to select a construction site and analyze technical conditions, reports Podrobno.uz. The project discussion took place at a meeting between the Ambassador of Uzbekistan Karomiddin Gadoev and the Executive Director of Spora Global Fio Fahmi. It is expected that this complex will be implemented in collaboration with the regional

04.02.2026, 22:41
Incidents

Police detained a man who beat his wife while threatening her with a gun

A man accused of cruel treatment of his wife has been detained in Bishkek. According to the press service of the Sverdlovsk District Police, on February 1, the woman reported the incident to the police. She stated that on the same day, in her house located in the residential area of Lower Ala-Archa, her husband beat her while threatening her with a firearm.

04.02.2026, 22:40
Society

In the Sokuluk District, a 6-year-old boy stopped a driver and asked about traffic rules.

In the Sokuluk district, during a road safety event, a little boy stopped a driver and asked a question about the rules. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the Interior Ministry of the region. According to the agency, 6-year-old Kairat Sarbatov from the village of Tosh-Bulak in the Sokuluk district dreams of becoming a traffic controller. It is noted that the child's interest in road safety is seen as an important step towards fostering a culture of

04.02.2026, 22:28
The head of the cabinet visited a water production plant. It was opened by citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in the UAE.
Politics

The head of the cabinet visited a water production plant. It was opened by citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in the UAE.

The Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited the Epos Water Production LLC plant located in the United Arab Emirates, which was founded by citizens of Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the government press service. According to the press service, the launch of this production in the UAE represents an important step that requires not only strategic thinking but also high qualifications, as well as trust from business partners. "Entering the UAE market, which is one of

04.02.2026, 22:25
Incidents

Ministry of Internal Affairs: Criminal Group Involved in the Sale of a Large Batch of Drugs Detained

Employees of the SBON of the Ministry of Internal Affairs conducted investigative actions, resulting in the detention of four individuals: N.u.R., born in 2002, B.Zh.M., born in 2005, M.u.N., born in 2006, and S.u.B., also born in 2006. They are suspected of transporting drugs from the Toktogul district to Bishkek with the intent to sell them. According to information provided by the SBON, a criminal case has been initiated against the detainees under Article 282 of the Criminal Code,

04.02.2026, 22:24
Incidents

In Bishkek, a "Camry" was stolen and sold in the Issyk-Kul region.

On February 4, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the First May District reported the detention of a suspect in a car theft. The incident occurred on December 25, 2025, when a resident of the capital reported to the police about the theft of his "Toyota Camry 35". The car was left parked on Ob'yezdnaya Street near the market.

04.02.2026, 22:20
World

Elon Musk has become the first person in history to have a net worth exceeding $800 billion.

According to Forbes, after a successful deal, the combined structure of SpaceX and xAI was valued at approximately $1.25 trillion. The startup xAI, which became known for the chatbot Grok, is now part of Musk's ecosystem, contributing to a significant increase in his wealth. Forbes experts note that this deal allowed Musk to boost his capital by an impressive $84 billion, raising his net worth to a record $852.5 billion.

04.02.2026, 22:12
Incidents

In Kyrgyzstan, a decision has been made to liquidate the last 6 settlement colonies.

The Ministry of Justice has announced the completion of the process of liquidating the remaining six settlement colonies, which have lost their significance as correctional institutions. This measure is part of a broad reform aimed at simplifying and optimizing the state management system. The liquidation process occurred in stages. In 2025, amendments were made to the legislation, after which the first group of settlement colonies was closed.

04.02.2026, 22:04
Society

The whole village chipped in: how a full-fledged kindergarten was opened in Kyzyl-Zhyldyz

The kindergarten "Zhumgal Balastan" in the village of Kyzyl-Zhildyz, located in the Ayil district of Chayek in the Jumgal region of Naryn Province, has now become a full-fledged preschool institution, as reported by the district education department. For the past three years, this kindergarten has been operating in the format of a three-hour institution based in the renovated building of an old school. From November to December 2025, to transition it to a full format, local residents

04.02.2026, 22:04
Incidents

Guys with girls were relaxing at a hotel when strangers burst in and robbed them.

On February 4 in Bishkek, it became known about the detention of a suspect in a robbery, according to information from the press service of the Leninsky District Police Department. The incident occurred on December 8, 2025, when a young man reported to the police. He stated that he and a friend, along with two girls, were relaxing in a hotel on Krasnaya Street. Suddenly, strangers broke into their room, beat him, took his mobile phone, and forced him to transfer 6,700 soms to an electronic

04.02.2026, 21:48
World

An Ironic Announcement About the "Disappearance" of Cristiano Ronaldo Appeared in Saudi Arabia

In one of the cities in Saudi Arabia, posters have been spotted announcing the "disappearance" of Cristiano Ronaldo. They feature the forward of the Portuguese national team and player of the "Al-Nassr" club. The text of the announcement states that it is a "40-year-old man who is experiencing great sadness, and his family is looking for him." This has become an ironic comment regarding Ronaldo's absence from the team's matches and training.

04.02.2026, 21:41
Society

In the city of Osh, the cemetery is being reclaimed. The street of Alymbek Datka is being expanded.

In the southern capital of Kyrgyzstan, the city of Osh, work has begun on the reclamation of the cemetery. This is being done as part of the expansion of Alymbek Datka Street. According to the city administration, the initiative was launched at the direction of Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev. According to the information, the reclamation work is being carried out by specialized services, which are receiving assistance from local residents.

04.02.2026, 21:37
Economy

The Head of the Cabinet visited the bottling plant of a Kyrgyz company in Dubai

On February 4, in Dubai, the head of the government of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, visited the Epos Water Production LLC plant, which was founded by citizens of Kyrgyzstan. This enterprise specializes in the production and bottling of bottled drinking water and various beverages, with the capacity to produce up to 50,000 bottles per day. The plant operates modern bottling lines and a highly efficient multi-stage water purification system, which allows it to meet the sanitary and food

04.02.2026, 21:32
Politics

The largest American business meeting with the participation of the president took place in Bishkek.

Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with the American delegation and the U.S. special envoy Recently, in Bishkek, President Sadyr Japarov met with the U.S. Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Sergio Gor, as well as representatives of American companies. The meeting took place at the "Yntymak Ordo" residence, as reported by the press service of the head of state. The president emphasized the importance of Kyrgyzstan's multi-vector foreign policy and noted that the republic is open

04.02.2026, 21:21
Amangeldiev Calls on International Business to Expand Investments
Economy

Amangeldiev Calls on International Business to Expand Investments

The speech at the B5+1 business forum took place in Bishkek At the recent B5+1 business forum in Bishkek, Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, emphasized the importance of Central Asia as a unified promising economic region, urging international companies to expand their cooperation and investment contributions. He noted that the B5+1 format serves as a tool for implementing the agreements reached at the Central Asia and USA Leaders' Summit in 2025

04.02.2026, 21:19
Kyrgyzstan is self-sufficient in products for 6 out of 9 categories
Economy

Kyrgyzstan is self-sufficient in products for 6 out of 9 categories

As of the end of 2025, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic has released data on a significant improvement in food security. According to the provided data, the country fully meets its needs for 6 out of 9 key products: vegetables, melons, potatoes, milk, meat, sugar, and eggs.

04.02.2026, 20:48
The dealer listed the most unreliable "automatics" in Chinese cars.
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The dealer listed the most unreliable "automatics" in Chinese cars.

Regarding the Changan CS75 Plus model, owners report frequent malfunctions in the suspension and engine cooling system; however, the most critical issue remains the automatic transmission. Problems mainly arise due to low-quality oil and untimely maintenance. The classic automatic transmission in this vehicle rarely lasts more than 120,000 kilometers without significant losses in efficiency and the need for repairs. Despite the fact that the GAC GS8 is a relatively new model, it also faces

04.02.2026, 20:34