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The Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic Proposes a Way to Cleanse the Real Estate Market of Fraudsters
Economy

The Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic Proposes a Way to Cleanse the Real Estate Market of Fraudsters

The Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic has launched an extensive reform aimed at improving the situation in the real estate market. The new draft law is focused on eliminating the chaos in the field of real estate services, which creates unreliable conditions for citizens. The main objective of this initiative is to protect citizens from manipulations by intermediaries, hidden commissions, and fraudulent schemes, which currently pose a serious threat to all participants in transactions.

28.01.2026, 15:53
Society

In Batken, a boy weighing nearly 6 kilograms was born. He was named Manas.

Kanykey Shamshieva, a resident of the village of Iskhak-Polotkhan in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, has become the mother of a boy weighing 5 kg 900 grams. The birth took place on January 25 at the Kadamjai District Center for General Medical Practice. This is the third child in the Shamshieva family.

28.01.2026, 15:53
The bus depot with a land plot in Kara-Balta has been transferred to state ownership.
Incidents

The bus depot with a land plot in Kara-Balta has been transferred to state ownership.

As a result of a prosecutor's inspection, the bus depot, located on a territory of 1.4 hectares, was transferred to state ownership. This became known from a statement by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. During the inspection conducted by the Jayil District Prosecutor's Office, it was revealed that in 2004 this social facility (the bus depot) on Central Street in Kara-Balta was illegally transferred to private hands along with the adjacent land.

28.01.2026, 15:52
The Bishkek-Osh Highway is Opened After a Snow Avalanche
Society / Exclusive

The Bishkek-Osh Highway is Opened After a Snow Avalanche

On the 247+500 kilometer of the Bishkek - Osh highway, a snow avalanche has been successfully cleared. The Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic made an official statement regarding this. Currently, traffic on the road has been restored, and motorists can travel in both directions.

28.01.2026, 15:51
Politics

Factories near homes? A new bill allows for forced demolition

On the housing portal, a draft law titled "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts" has appeared, proposing the introduction of a new legal mechanism — specially protected construction zones (SPCZ). This draft law envisions the creation of zones where industrial activities will be restricted or completely prohibited if they pose a danger to public health or cause harm to the environment. SPCZs can be established both within populated areas and in adjacent territories where

28.01.2026, 15:51
Every third person should engage in sports: the KR Cabinet announced an ambitious plan
Sports

Every third person should engage in sports: the KR Cabinet announced an ambitious plan

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has initiated a large-scale program aimed at the development of physical culture and sports until 2030. This document is intended to serve as the foundation for the modernization of the sports sector in the country in the coming years. Photo from the internet The program covers a wide range of areas, including mass and professional sports, infrastructure development, training of qualified personnel, as well as digitalization and support for national

28.01.2026, 15:50
Society

More than 302 thousand Kyrgyz citizens have a negative credit history

According to the data presented at the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh by Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Benazir Nurlanova, out of 1 million 517 thousand citizens of Kyrgyzstan, 302 thousand 355 have negative credit histories. A negative credit history is formed if a borrower delays payments for 90 days or more.

28.01.2026, 15:49
Society

Open House Day at AUCA

Visitors will be able to learn about admission to the university and academic programs On February 14, AUC will hold an Open House, inviting prospective students and their families. University representatives reported that participants will be able to obtain information about application rules and deadlines, as well as entrance exams and academic programs for undergraduate and graduate studies. The possibility of financial support for students will also be discussed. As part of the Open House,

28.01.2026, 15:47
The Forensic Expert Service of Kyrgyzstan Summarized Its Work for the Year 2025
Politics

The Forensic Expert Service of Kyrgyzstan Summarized Its Work for the Year 2025

In 2025, the Forensic Expert Service (FES) under the Ministry of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic conducted over 7,000 examinations, indicating a significant increase in the complexity of their volume and income from paid services, which amounted to about 14 million soms. This was reported by the press service of the agency following a meeting held at the FES. During the reporting period, the service received 7,268 requests for examinations from law enforcement and judicial authorities. The

28.01.2026, 15:44
Politics

Training in state driving schools will cost 19,000 soms — Orunbekov

Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy service of the presidential administration, reported on his social media that changes in the driving school system and the rules for obtaining a driver's license are actively being discussed in society. Numerous speculations have arisen around these topics in recent days. He noted that President Sadyr Japarov provided clear explanations in a recent interview that should conclude public discussions on this matter.

28.01.2026, 15:43
Health

Companies block the exchange of medical data out of fear of liability, - expert

At the National Forum "Data and Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence," held on January 28, Professor of Public Law and member of the Association of Professors of Public Law in Germany Lothar Detterman noted that pressure from regulators is causing American companies to prefer closing off medical data rather than sharing it. According to the expert, organizations are establishing complex security systems and refuse to share information with others due to concerns about

28.01.2026, 15:40
Economy

Over 300,000 Debtors on Banks' Blacklists. Ministry of Economic Development Amends the Law

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 28, it was revealed that over 300,000 debtors in Kyrgyzstan have been included in the banks' blacklist for loans. Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Benazir Nurlanova presented the draft law "On the Exchange of Credit Information." She reminded that according to the current legislation, credit bureaus are required to store:

28.01.2026, 15:40
In Chuy Region, 80 social facilities and 150 km of roads will be repaired
Society / Exclusive

In Chuy Region, 80 social facilities and 150 km of roads will be repaired

The second stage of debureaucratization has started in the Chui region, initiated by the order of President Sadyr Japarov, and will focus on local self-government. Azmat Osmonov, the presidential representative in the region, reported that significant investments are planned in 2026 for the construction of new schools, kindergartens, and medical facilities, as well as major repairs of existing infrastructure. In particular, 80 social facilities will be renovated, 150 kilometers of roads will

28.01.2026, 15:36
Projects worth over 6 billion soms have been implemented in the Naryn region
Society / Exclusive

Projects worth over 6 billion soms have been implemented in the Naryn region

In 2025, many projects were successfully completed in the Naryn region, with a total cost of 6 billion 284 million 389 thousand soms. Deputy Akim Ruslan Esenbekov announced the data at the district's final meeting. According to him, the funding for these projects was provided from both the republican and local budgets, as well as from private entrepreneurs, international organizations, and regional funds.

28.01.2026, 15:36
Society

Work is underway to clean road signs on the Bishkek—Kara-Balta highway

On the Bishkek—Kara-Balta highway, which passes through the villages of Alexandrovka, Sadovaya, Belovodskoye, and Petrovka, work is currently being carried out to clean road signs by the employees of Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 28. This information was provided to the Turmush correspondent by employees of the district road safety department. According to the agency, maintaining the cleanliness of road signs is important for preventing accidents and increasing safety on the roads. “Road

28.01.2026, 15:35
Society

Land plots of the stadium in Nookat, which were transferred to private ownership, have been returned to the municipality.

In the Nookat district, an important announcement was made: the land plots related to the central area of the stadium, which were previously privatized, have been returned to municipal ownership. This was reported by Shukurullo Sattarov, the head of the Gulistan rural municipality in the Osh region. According to him, the plots that were previously owned by eight individuals are now fully returned to the municipality's management.

28.01.2026, 15:31
Illegal Office Building Discovered in Manas
Exclusive

Illegal Office Building Discovered in Manas

As a result of the inspection, it was found that, despite having a permit only for the construction of a lightweight structure, a substantial two-story building had actually been erected. In this regard, the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of State Architectural and Construction Control drew up an act for the complete demolition of the illegal building and issued a written warning, establishing a 20-day period for compliance with the requirements in accordance with the legislation.

28.01.2026, 15:30
Five Years at the Helm of the State: How Kyrgyzstan Has Changed Under Sadyr Japarov
Analytics / Exclusive

Five Years at the Helm of the State: How Kyrgyzstan Has Changed Under Sadyr Japarov

Experts emphasize the high quality of the reforms carried out over the past five years, which have encompassed all aspects of state governance. These changes have already begun to yield noticeable results and have become the foundation for major industrial and infrastructure projects at both regional and international levels. Tectonic changes are occurring in the country. Zainidin Kurmanov, a public and political figure, notes that the reforms cover all areas and are not limited to narrow

28.01.2026, 15:29
Economy

Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam Significantly Increased Trade Volume. What Were They Trading?

According to the latest data, the trade turnover between Kyrgyzstan and Vietnam from January to November 2025 reached $103.6 million, which is 53.8% more compared to the same period in 2024. This information was obtained from the analysis of the National Statistical Committee's reports. The main imports from Vietnam consisted of telephone devices, including smartphones and mobile phones, as well as equipment for transmitting and receiving voice, images, or data through wired and wireless

28.01.2026, 15:28
The Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan in Ethiopia has received another position
Politics

The Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan in Ethiopia has received another position

On January 28, it became known that the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Ethiopia, Adylbek Tultemirov, will now also represent the country at the African Union. This information was announced by the information policy service of the presidential administration. Adylbek Tultemirov. It is also worth mentioning that just recently, the president relieved Aibek Moldogaziev from his position, who previously held the post of ambassador to the USA, and appointed him to a similar position in Mongolia.

28.01.2026, 15:26