Meteorologists promise a week of rain and cold. Weather forecast for Bishkek and Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek February 5, Thursday The temperature at night will be 0...+2 °C, cloudy weather is expected.

The Jogorku Kenesh adopted in three readings a constitutional law on the 100% transfer of profits from the NBKR to the budget.

- On February 4, 2026, during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft constitutional law of the Kyrgyz Republic concerning the distribution of profits of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic was adopted. The initiator of this draft law was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.

Antique calculator weighing 3.5 kg

Aizhan Atabekova, a resident of Kara-Balta in the Chui region, is passionate about collecting antiques, among which a mechanical calculator stands out. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent.

Violations Identified at Construction Sites of Schools and Kindergartens in Osh Region

The Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services reported violations identified at the construction sites of educational institutions in the Osh region. Specialists inspected several facilities, among which: As a result of the inspection, the commission noted the presence of a number of deficiencies. Inspectors issued official warnings and provided directives that must be followed. Representatives of construction companies were reminded of the necessity to strictly

Open Central Asia: Kyrgyzstan proposed to create a unified tourist brand

Today in Bishkek at the business forum "B5+1: Central Asia - USA," Erdenet Kasymov, head of the tourism department at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, presented the concept of transforming the region into a unified tourist destination. In his opinion, the unification of the tourism sector could be the key to rapid economic development for the countries of Central Asia.

An inter-university exhibition of designers' works will be held in Bishkek

On February 6, the V Republican Inter-University Exhibition will take place in Bishkek, organized by the public association "Union of Designers of the Kyrgyz Republic" with the support of the Ministry of Culture. This information was announced at the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev. Photo of the Fine Arts Museum At the exhibition, works by both experienced designers, who are teachers at higher educational institutions, and creative products by students

Announced a competition for the best design of medals and awards for the VI World Nomad Games

A competition has started in the Kyrgyz Republic aimed at creating the design of award medals for the winners and prize-winners of the VI World Nomad Games. This initiative was announced by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. Goals and Objectives of the Competition

In Kyrgyzstan, a free app will be developed to prepare students for the OTR.

The Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan has announced the creation of a new mobile application that will help students prepare for the National Testing (ORT). According to the information from the ministry, the initiative aims to ensure equal access to all test materials, creating uniform conditions for the preparation of applicants across the country. The application will feature tasks for all subjects included in the ORT. For the development of the tasks, questions from previous years

"Here We All Communicate". How the Elderly in Bishkek Learn Kyrgyz and Master Chat GPT

Unfortunately, elderly people often remain in the shadows of public attention, and their significance is sometimes forgotten. Retirement can make their lives less active, leaving them alone with themselves and limiting social interaction. However, this demographic plays an important role in our society. Loneliness for them becomes not only an emotional problem but also affects their overall health, both psychological and physical. Where can elderly people find social interaction? About a year

Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan: Import Dependence on Key Products is Decreasing

Kyrgyzstanis flew to South Korea for work

A group was employed under the EPS program The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan reported the departure of a new group of workers to South Korea under the intergovernmental employment program (EPS).

Fake Loans: The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Reports on a New Scam Scheme in Telegram

Fraudulent schemes have begun to spread actively in the Telegram messenger, as noted by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, which reported this through its press service. Criminals offer services for obtaining government preferential loans on attractive terms, which is part of their deception.

The situation with the oncology service remains critical, - deputy

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulnara Baatyrova reported on the critical situation in the field of oncology assistance. World Cancer Day is celebrated on February 4, and in anticipation of this date, an important event took place on February 3 at the Oncology Center, where current issues of the service were discussed. According to the deputy, approximately 6,000 new cases of cancer are recorded annually in Kyrgyzstan, among which there are fatal outcomes. Currently, about 35,000

An earthquake occurred in the waters of New Zealand

According to reports from the German Research Centre for Geosciences, an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.2 occurred in the waters near the Kermadec Islands. The epicenter was located at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers. Currently, there are no reports of casualties or damage. There is also no information about the possibility of a tsunami.

A Scam Posing as Investments is Spreading in WhatsApp Groups

In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies report new cases of fraud related to WhatsApp groups called "JDC in Kyrgyzstan." These groups exhibit signs of a financial pyramid and pose a potential threat to citizens. According to information from the press service of the Main Directorate of Internal Affairs of the Chui region, the fraudsters add people to messenger groups and offer them to invest money with promises of high and guaranteed returns, although such offers have no legal

Cattle Prices Rise in Batken: A Bull Was Brought to the Market for 280,000 Som

In Batken, there is a rise in prices for cattle: a calf is valued at 280,000 soms. In the Batken region, there has been an increase in prices for cattle in recent days, ranging from 10,000 to 15,000 soms. This data was obtained during a price monitoring conducted by a Turmush correspondent. In addition to cattle, there has also been an increase in the prices of sheep and goats – by 3,000 to 4,000 soms. The cost of animals varies depending on their breed, age, and condition.

"The Role of Kyrgyzstan is Growing First and Foremost." Analysts Assess the Investment Appeal of Central Asia for China

- The EDB report (2026) mentions the growing investment attractiveness of Kyrgyzstan for China in Central Asia. According to the EDB, in the first half of 2025, China initiated 25 new investment projects in the Eurasian region, with a total amount of nearly $900 million. The number of projects increased from 171 in 2023 to 213 by mid-2025.

The Jogorku Kenesh adopted a new version of the law on breeding in livestock farming in Kyrgyzstan in the second reading.

Import of raw cane sugar to Kyrgyzstan exempted from import duty

- In Kyrgyzstan, starting from December 31, 2026, a customs exemption has been established for the import of raw cane sugar (HS code EAEU 1701 13), allowing the import of up to 20,000 tons without the payment of customs duties. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. The exemption will be valid upon the presence of a corresponding document from the authorized body of the Kyrgyz Republic, which must confirm that the goods are intended for industrial use. This

The Ministry of Education is developing a mobile application for free preparation of students for the OGE.

On February 4, a discussion was held at the Ministry of Education regarding the creation of a mobile application designed to assist students in preparing for the nationwide testing. According to information provided by the Ministry of Education, the goal of the project is to ensure equal conditions for all applicants in the country by offering access to test materials. The application will feature questions on all subjects included in the nationwide test.

The deputy proposed to extend free health insurance for students until the end of university.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Gulya Kozhokulova expressed the initiative to expand free medical insurance for full-time students until they graduate from university. Currently, free insurance only covers students under 21 years old who are studying full-time.

"Breaking It Down - No Brains Needed": Residents Ask Not to Demolish the History of the Osh Market

Import of raw cane sugar into Kyrgyzstan is exempt from customs duties

The exemption from customs duties will apply only if there is a document confirming that the raw sugar will be used for industrial processing. This document must specify both the importing organizations and the processing enterprises where the raw material will be applied. It should be emphasized that the imported raw sugar is intended exclusively for processing on an industrial scale within Kyrgyzstan. Furthermore, the export of white sugar produced from this raw material will be prohibited.

Football players of Kyrgyzstan will hold training camps in Turkey

Under the guidance of the new head coach Robert Prosinečki, the national team of Kyrgyzstan is preparing for training camps scheduled for March. As reported by the Kyrgyz Football Union, the camps are planned from March 18 to March 31 in Antalya. At the same time, youth teams U-20 and U-23 of Kyrgyzstan will also be holding their camps in the same city.