After the COVID-19 pandemic, the poverty level reached 30%. During a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov reported that the current poverty level in Kyrgyzstan is approximately 25%.
Violations identified totaling 1,768.7 million soms The Audit Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic has completed an audit of the execution of the republican budget and the economic activities of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, its structural subdivisions, and subordinate institutions for the year 2024. This information was announced by the department's press service. As a result of the audit, financial violations totaling 2,251.5 million soms were identified. Of this amount,
The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, accompanied by representatives of the "Ata-Jurt" parliamentary group, made a working trip to Kara-Balta. According to the information from the parliament's press service, the delegates inspected the building of school No. 5, which was privatized in 2011 and returned to state ownership in 2018.
The Minister of Health of Mongolia, Chinburen Jigjiduren, is on a working visit to South Korea from January 28 to 30, 2026. During this visit, he is engaging with the National Health Insurance Service and the Medical Insurance Evaluation and Assessment Service of the country. The minister shared this information on his Facebook page. As part of his trip, the minister met with Lee Hyun-hoon, the Deputy Minister of Health and Welfare of the Republic of Korea. They discussed potential areas for
- The Cabinet of Ministers intends to bring over 1000 Ukrainian products to international marketplaces. This decision has become part of the government’s action plan until 2030. It is expected that the implementation of this project will begin in the first quarter of 2026 and will last until the fourth quarter of 2027. The Ministry of Economy and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have been appointed as responsible for carrying out this task.
- For the spring fieldwork of 2026, the price of diesel fuel for agricultural producers has been set at 74 soms per liter. This was announced on January 30, 2026, by Deputy Minister of Agriculture Zhanibek Kerimaliev at a meeting of the "Mekenchil" parliamentary group. However, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Shaiyrbek Tashiev criticized this decision, stating that such a price does not provide real support for farmers.
In the Parliament of Kyrgyzstan, the Jogorku Kenesh, a draft law has been presented, according to which all profits of the National Bank for the year 2025 will be transferred to the republican budget. The draft proposes a temporary suspension of the provisions of paragraphs 4 and 5 of Article 12 of the Law on the National Bank, concerning the distribution of profits and the formation of reserves, for the reporting period of 2025. The transfer of funds will be carried out after the annual
Tyson Fury, who is currently 37 years old, began his professional boxing career in 2008 and has been a world champion twice. In his last fight, which took place in December 2024, he lost to Oleksandr Usyk by unanimous decision. Fury reacted with excitement to the announcement of his return, emphasizing that his heart always belongs to boxing. In Saudi Arabia, they are also eagerly awaiting this fight: Turki Al Sheikh described it as an exciting heavyweight showdown. However, details about the
Concerns have arisen among traders at the Osh market regarding new rumors that spaces in the new shopping complex may be put up for sale. A video appeal from entrepreneurs is actively spreading on social media, where they share their worries. According to them, earlier the authorities stated that the market would be relocated, and all current traders would be provided with free spaces in the new complex. However, over the past two weeks, reports of the sale of commercial premises and trading
Arman Tsarukyan, aiming for the UFC lightweight title, made a bold statement in an attempt to secure a fight with champion Ilia Topuria.
In Kyrgyzstan, a water shortage may arise in 2026 due to low snowfall levels. This was reported by Zhanibek Kerimaliev, the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, on January 30 during a meeting of the "Mekenchil" parliamentary group. Deputy Aisarakan Abdibaeva drew attention to the expected drought in 2026 and inquired about the measures planned to maintain the water balance in conditions of scarcity.
At a meeting of the "Mekenchil" deputy group, Almaz Alakunov, head of the plant protection and control department in the department of chemicalization, plant protection, and quarantine, reported that by 2027 Kyrgyzstan will become self-sufficient in the production of mineral fertilizers. He specified that the annual demand for such fertilizers in the country is 280,000 tons. Currently, Kyrgyzstan imports 160,000 tons, with 80% of this coming from Uzbekistan. This is due to the high
Sean Combs, better known as P. Diddy, allegedly confessed to the murder of Tupac Shakur, also known as 2Pac, during a personal conversation. This information was published by the New York Post. Tupac Shakur is mentioned in a lawsuit filed by a man named Steve Otis, who claims that in 2012 the rapper raped him in a hotel in Manhattan after drugging him. According to him, after this incident, P. Diddy threatened him, saying, "You better keep quiet. If I could take care of Tupac, what could
Starting from September 1, 2026, the Eurasian Economic Commission will introduce a product traceability system, according to information from the commission. The list of products subject to continuous monitoring has been approved by the EEC Council. It includes:
Since the inauguration of Sadyr Japarov on January 28, 2021, five years have passed, which can be viewed as a distinct political stage with unique dynamics and results. This period is difficult to fit into traditional frameworks of "democracy - authoritarianism" or "populism - reforms," as Japarov's rule represents a new reality, marking the end of the post-revolutionary survival era, when Kyrgyzstan is either recovering or disintegrating.
During a joint meeting of the parliamentary groups "Eldik" and "Ala-Too," Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov announced that work has begun on a social housing program at the request of the President. This information was provided in response to a question from the deputies regarding the provision of mortgage housing to those in need.
On January 30, a 12-year-old girl, J.N., a student of school No. 94, was found in the Lenin district of Bishkek after going missing on January 29. According to the press service of the Sverdlovsk district police, the girl was discovered safe and sound. According to information, J.N. left the educational institution around 1:00 PM and disappeared after getting on public transport. Her whereabouts became unknown after that moment.
In Kyrgyzstan, a new rehabilitation center for drug addicts may be opened based on the existing center for post-stroke patients in the village of Dachnoye, as reported by the Ministry of Health. This initiative was discussed between the Minister of Health Kanaybek Dosmambetov and narcologist, Professor Zhenishbek Nazaraliev.
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented the exchange rates for January 30: The dollar is fixed at 87.45 soms, while the euro and ruble have become cheaper.
Almambet Shykmamatov, in his interview for the "Nomad" TV channel, emphasized the implementation of the "Salyk Kyzut" system as a key element in tax administration, which contributes to improving control and transparency in this area.
Kyrgyz wrestler Akjol Mahmudov will take to the mat against Aik Mnatsakanyan, a well-known medalist from Bulgaria in world and European championships. This confrontation will take place on February 13 in Bishkek as part of the SUPER 4 WRESTLING tournament, which will be held at the "Zhashtyk Arena."
On the trees along G. Aitieva Street in the city of Osh, markings were made by workers from the local enterprise engaged in landscaping and greening. This was reported by Azamat Sovetbek uulu, the head of the enterprise. He noted that at the moment, tree cutting on this street is not being carried out.
A man tried to force a witness to change his testimony in a criminal case A suspect has been detained in Bishkek who, according to law enforcement information, threatened a witness with a gun in order to force him to change his testimony in a criminal case.
In Osh, activities continue to identify and demolish illegal structures located on Shakirova Street. These inspections were initiated by Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev, as reported by the city administration. Specialists from the city’s Department of Architecture and Urban Planning conducted an inspection of several restaurants and retail outlets along this street. During the raid, instances of constructions extending beyond the established red lines were discovered, as well as unauthorized