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Politics

The President appointed several local court judges (list)

In accordance with paragraph 3 of part 4 of article 70, the second paragraph of part 8 of article 95 of the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as part 3 of article 25 of the Constitutional Law "On the Status of Judges of the Kyrgyz Republic," based on the recommendations of the Council for Justice Affairs, the president has approved the following judges: Ayjamal Akylbekova Akylbekovna; Kanykey Ashirbekovna Dzhamburchieva; Lira Orumbekovna Madanbekova; Askat Zhanibaevich

28.01.2026, 17:04
Society

Kyrgyzstan Introduced Temporary Restrictions on the Import of Animals from India

As of January 28, 2026, temporary measures regarding the import of animals from India affected by the Nipah virus have come into force in Kyrgyzstan. This decision was made by the veterinary service, as well as the department for the development of animal husbandry, pastures, and feed. The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry reported this. These measures are due to a recent outbreak of the Nipah virus in India, aimed at maintaining veterinary

28.01.2026, 17:02
A Turkish Expert's Perspective on Sadyr Japarov's Politics
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A Turkish Expert's Perspective on Sadyr Japarov's Politics

Professor Toghrul Ismail, a political scientist and expert in international relations, as well as the head of the Department of Political History at Kahramanmaraş University in Turkey, shared his thoughts with the Kabar agency regarding the policies implemented by President Sadyr Japarov since he took office. Ismail noted that there is currently an emphasis in Kyrgyzstan on the implementation of social and economic projects. He also added that during Japarov's presidency, the number of

28.01.2026, 17:02
A new kindergarten with 250 places has opened in Talas. The "Alliance Altyn" Development Fund supported the complete reconstruction and equipping of the building.
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A new kindergarten with 250 places has opened in Talas. The "Alliance Altyn" Development Fund supported the complete reconstruction and equipping of the building.

The financial support for the complete reconstruction and equipping of the kindergarten was provided by the "Alliance Altyn" Development Fund. As a result of the work, all interior finishes were updated, furniture and kitchen equipment were replaced, plumbing was renewed, as well as electrical systems and doors. The fund also allocated over 83 million soms for 145 projects in the field of education. The new kindergarten will significantly reduce the need for preschool education in

28.01.2026, 16:57
The Historical Turn of Sadyr Japarov's Presidency
Politics

The Historical Turn of Sadyr Japarov's Presidency

The history of Kyrgyzstan is full of political upheavals, including revolutions and early resignations, making it difficult to anticipate that the last five years would bring such significant changes. However, the results of Sadyr Japarov's presidency speak for themselves, as noted by Russian political scientist Vladimir Lubyanko in an interview with the publication "Kabar".

28.01.2026, 16:53
Ecology

A Man Spilled Paint on Carpet and Rinsed It in River Water. The Ministry of Natural Resources Fined Him 10,000 Som.

Employees of the Osh Regional Department of the Environmental Protection Service conducted an inspection after a video appeared on social media, showing a man pouring paint on a carpet and then cleaning it in a river. During the investigation, it was revealed that this video material was filmed by a local resident B.u.B. for the purpose of advertising carpets in a high-altitude pasture in the Sary-Oy area, located in the Alai district. Based on Article 236 of the Code of Offenses concerning the

28.01.2026, 16:52
Canada has strengthened visa issuance control for the 2026 World Cup
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Canada has strengthened visa issuance control for the 2026 World Cup

The Ministry of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship of Canada has announced an increase in scrutiny of visa applications submitted by football fans planning to attend the World Cup this year. This decision has been made to prevent an increase in the number of asylum seekers, as reported by the Globe and Mail. According to information provided by the department, "The Ministry is carefully analyzing visa applications from fans to avoid situations where individuals might use the

28.01.2026, 16:45
Economy

In the city of Osh, 2 more markets have been relocated

A meeting was held at the Osh City Hall with merchants engaged in the sale of furniture and carpets, who have been relocated to the new central market. According to information from local authorities, as of January 27, 2026, sellers began to settle into their new trading spaces. Comfortable conditions have been created for them — the rows are located in a closed area and on a spacious territory with good access.

28.01.2026, 16:44
The speaker met with a member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, Gao Xian.
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The speaker met with a member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, Gao Xian.

The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turghunbek uulu, held a meeting with a delegation headed by Gao Xiang, a member of the Central Committee of the 20th Congress of the Communist Party of China and President of the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences. According to the press service of the parliament, the negotiations discussed aspects of political, economic, and cultural-humanitarian interaction between the two countries, as well as opportunities for further development of

28.01.2026, 16:40
Trump's World Council Breaks Through the BRICS Wall
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Trump's World Council Breaks Through the BRICS Wall

Trump's initiative, launched at the forum, is already sparking debates about its true intentions and consequences. Despite criticism, it has become the most significant attempt to revise the world order established after World War II. Unlike the long-standing attacks on the UN, Trump has proposed a concept that may potentially rival this institution. The World Council was initially conceived as a means to aid the recovery of the Gaza Strip following the devastating attacks by Israel,

28.01.2026, 16:39
Politics

The number of migrant children has decreased by almost 25 percent - Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia

According to information provided by Irina Volk, the official representative of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, the number of migrant children in the country has decreased by almost a quarter compared to the beginning of last year. This news was published on her Telegram channel. Currently, there are significantly fewer minor migrants registered in Russia than last year. The department noted that the measures introduced to strengthen control over foreigners,

28.01.2026, 16:36
Economy

The Antimonopoly Service explained which types of meat are subject to price control

In 2025, one of the main socio-economic problems was the meat shortage and a sharp rise in prices for this product. This was reported by Muratbek Imankulov, Deputy Chairman of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, in an interview on the radio. Imankulov noted that meat belongs to the group of socially significant goods. Due to the shortage and unjustified price increases, a decision was made in August of last year to introduce temporary state regulation.

28.01.2026, 16:35
Amazon will cut 16,000 employees
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Amazon will cut 16,000 employees

The company Amazon, one of the leading online retailers in the world, has announced its intention to cut about 16,000 jobs. This decision follows previous layoffs that occurred in October. In the company's official statement, it says: "Today we are announcing the reduction of approximately 16,000 positions at Amazon. We are doing everything we can to support those affected by these changes." In October of last year, Reuters reported that Amazon planned to conduct its largest

28.01.2026, 16:35
Turkish Archaeologists Present Key Discoveries of 2025
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Turkish Archaeologists Present Key Discoveries of 2025

The country, stretching from east to west and from north to south, is rightly considered a living museum, showcasing traces of numerous civilizations that played a key role in the history of humanity. The project titled "Heritage for the Future" aims to promote archaeological monuments, deepen research, and create new opportunities for the development of archaeology in Turkey. As part of this project, remarkable discoveries were made last year that allowed for a new assessment of the

28.01.2026, 16:35
Incidents

The Federal Tax Service identified about 13,000 units of excise goods without excise stamps.

- During an inspection conducted by the employees of the State Tax Service, it was found that there were about 13,000 units of alcoholic, energy, and sugar-containing beverages without excise stamps, the press service of the STS reported. At the scene, appropriate reports were drawn up, and the collected materials were handed over to law enforcement agencies for further legal analysis in accordance with the laws of the Kyrgyz Republic.

28.01.2026, 16:33
Society

In Bishkek, about 400 buildings along Profsoyuznaya Street are set for demolition

The Bishkek City Hall reports on the progress of the expansion of Profsouznaya Street. As part of this project, structures located beyond the municipal land are subject to demolition. Specialists from the land use control department discovered that there are constructions on the site where the work is being carried out that violate the established boundaries.

28.01.2026, 16:32
Politics

Elvira Esengul kyzy became the deputy chairman of the board of JSC "GIK"

Changes in the management of JSC "State Mortgage Company" have been officially confirmed by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. At the board meeting held on January 20, Elvira Esengul kyzy was approved for the position of Deputy Chairman of the Management Board. Information about her share in the company's authorized capital has not been disclosed. Previously, she held the position of accountant at GP "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu." Elvira Esengul kyzy replaced Asylgul Sydykova in this

28.01.2026, 16:32
Over 300,000 Kyrgyz citizens have a negative credit history
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Over 300,000 Kyrgyz citizens have a negative credit history

The issue of the number of citizens with a credit history in Kyrgyzstan was raised by deputy Dastan Bekeshev. The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Medet Tairov, reported that about 1.5 million people are registered in the general database of the credit information bureau. According to the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, Benazir Nurlanova, out of this number, 1 million 517 thousand people have a credit history, with 302 thousand 355 of them having negative records. Tairov

28.01.2026, 16:28
Incidents / Exclusive

The GNS identified over 13,000 drinks without excise stamps in Bishkek

As part of tax control raids, employees of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic recorded the sale of excise goods in Bishkek without excise stamps. This was reported in the agency's press release. During the inspection, about 13,000 units of various beverages were discovered, including alcoholic, sugary, and energy drinks, which lacked excise stamps.

28.01.2026, 16:27
Five Years of Sadyr Japarov's Presidency: Hundreds of Schools and Kindergartens Built
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Five Years of Sadyr Japarov's Presidency: Hundreds of Schools and Kindergartens Built

Today, January 28, marks the fifth anniversary of Sadyr Japarov taking office as President of Kyrgyzstan. During this time, significant work has been carried out under his leadership in the field of education. According to the Ministry of Education, the priority has been the development and modernization of social infrastructure. From 2021 to 2025, the construction and reconstruction of 673 educational institutions were completed. These include: 394 new schools, 147 kindergartens, as well as

28.01.2026, 16:25