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PPP. Chinese Investor Aims to Collaborate with Kyrgyzstan in the Construction Sector
Society

PPP. Chinese Investor Aims to Collaborate with Kyrgyzstan in the Construction Sector

A meeting was held at the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, where the prospects for cooperation with the Chinese company Shaanxi Taifaxian Industrial Group Co., Ltd. were discussed. The main initiator of the meeting was Ravshanbek Sabirov, who heads the agency. During the meeting, the parties examined the possibilities of public-private partnerships, as well as attracting foreign investments, focusing on construction and energy — areas where the Chinese

28.01.2026, 14:51
Adylbek Kasymaliev announced the key achievements of 2025
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Adylbek Kasymaliev announced the key achievements of 2025

At a meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, attended by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, the results of work for 2025 were summarized and the main tasks for the current year were outlined. In his address, Kasymaliev highlighted a number of significant achievements, noting that the most important political success of 2025 was the resolution of issues concerning the Kyrgyz-Tajik

28.01.2026, 14:50
The Jogorku Kenesh adopted a bill on the ratification of the Loan Agreement with the Saudi Development Fund for "Construction of Public Schools" Phase-2.
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The Jogorku Kenesh adopted a bill on the ratification of the Loan Agreement with the Saudi Development Fund for "Construction of Public Schools" Phase-2.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputies discussed and approved a draft law on the ratification of a Credit Agreement with the Saudi Fund for Development concerning the "Construction of State Schools" project (Phase 2). The agreement was signed on October 9, 2025, in Bishkek and has passed its second reading. The initiator of this draft law was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the country.

28.01.2026, 14:50
Shortening the Credit History Period Aims to Simplify Access to Loans
Economy / Exclusive

Shortening the Credit History Period Aims to Simplify Access to Loans

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Binazir Nurlanova presented a draft law concerning changes to the legislation on credit information in Kyrgyzstan. She noted that the current practice of storing positive credit information is 7 years, while negative information is stored for 5 years. “This situation creates problems for borrowers who have previously fulfilled their credit obligations successfully, but when they reapply to banks, they face

28.01.2026, 14:47
Politics

In Parliament, the Issue of High Interest Rates in Kyrgyzstan's Commercial Banks Was Raised

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, where amendments to the Law "On the Exchange of Credit Information" were discussed, some deputies drew attention to the high interest rates applied by commercial banks when providing loans. Kubanychbek Samakov, a member of parliament, pointed out that state institutions attract funds from international financial organizations at low rates, but banks pass these funds on to citizens at significantly higher rates.

28.01.2026, 14:47
Incidents

The state has returned the bus depot in Kara-Balta

The Jayil District Prosecutor's Office conducted an inspection, during which it was revealed that in 2004, there was a violation of legislation when a social facility, a bus depot located on Central Street in Kara-Balta, was transferred into private ownership. This information was made public by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office. According to the prosecutor's office, the total area of the returned bus depot is 1.4 hectares, and its market value is 105.9 million

28.01.2026, 14:43
Society

"Need for a Speed Bump". Complaint about Speeding on Abdrakhmanov/Michurina

A complaint has been received at the Call Center Kaktus.media from a local resident. He insists on the necessity of installing speed bumps at the intersection of Abdrahmanov and Michurina streets. According to him, "the pedestrian crossing at this intersection poses a serious threat to safety. It is very difficult and dangerous for schoolchildren to cross the road on their way to school No. 10, located on Usenbaeva Street. Vehicles move at high speed in both lanes of Abdrahmanov. Is it

28.01.2026, 14:41
Society

In Suusamyr, the guys on horseback chased a wolf for an hour and a half. Upon catching up, they struck it with a shovel.

A resident of the Suusamyr Valley in the Chui region, Almanbet Mukhtarbek uulu, along with a neighbor, chased a wolf they encountered near a barn, ultimately killing the predator by striking it with sticks. Almanbet Mukhtarbek uulu, born in 1993, is married and raising a daughter and a son. He shared the details of the encounter with the predator in a conversation with a Turmush correspondent.

28.01.2026, 14:39
A number of local court judges appointed
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A number of local court judges appointed

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has approved a Decree, which, based on paragraph 3 of part 4 of article 70, paragraph 2 of part 8 of article 95 of the Constitution, as well as part 3 of article 25 of the constitutional Law "On the Status of Judges of the Kyrgyz Republic," and upon the recommendation of the Justice Affairs Council, appoints the following judges of local courts for a term of 5 years: Aizhamal Akylbekova Akylbekovna; Kanykey Dzhamburchieva

28.01.2026, 14:39
Mobile operators in Uzbekistan are required to make calls to the presidential reception free of charge.
World

Mobile operators in Uzbekistan are required to make calls to the presidential reception free of charge.

Illustrative image Mobile subscribers connected to the networks of operating operators in Uzbekistan can make calls to the trust phones of the virtual reception of the country's president around the clock and free of charge. This provision is enshrined in the new edition of the Rules for Providing Telecommunications Services, the press service of the Ministry of Justice reports. According to the agency, the document developed by the Ministry of Digital Technologies was registered on

28.01.2026, 14:36
Politics

Kokulov - Oruntaev: If I were you, I wouldn't smile like that

On January 28, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh supported the ratification of the loan agreement between Kyrgyzstan and the Saudi Development Fund for the project "Construction of State Schools" Phase 2 during the second reading. According to the agreement, financing of $50 million is provided at an interest rate of 1.5% for a term of 25 years with a five-year grace period. These funds will be directed towards the construction of five new schools and seven additional educational

28.01.2026, 14:33
The law on improving the system for training medical specialists has been signed.
Education / Exclusive

The law on improving the system for training medical specialists has been signed.

President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov has approved a new law titled "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Fields of Education, Science, and Healthcare." The document was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, 2025. The main goal of this law is to implement the presidential decree dated August 28, 2025, No. 250, which introduces a state monopoly on the training of medical specialists. This also includes improving the system of

28.01.2026, 14:32
Former First Lady of South Korea Kim Gon-hee sentenced to 1.8 years in prison for receiving expensive gifts
World

Former First Lady of South Korea Kim Gon-hee sentenced to 1.8 years in prison for receiving expensive gifts

Kim Gon Hee Kim Gon Hee was found guilty of receiving bribes in the form of luxury items between April and July 2022. The judge of the Seoul Central District Court determined that she conspired with a shaman named Kyeongjin Beopsa to receive these gifts in exchange for her services. Additionally, Kim was also a suspect in manipulating shares of Deutsch Motors, the local representative of BMW in South Korea. The allegations were that she, along with the former chairman of the firm, planned to

28.01.2026, 14:31
The bus depot in Kara-Balta has been returned to municipal ownership
Society / Exclusive

The bus depot in Kara-Balta has been returned to municipal ownership

According to the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan, a bus depot has been returned to municipal ownership in the Jayil district. As a result of an inspection conducted by the Jayil district prosecutor's office, it was revealed that in 2004, a social facility — the bus depot located on Central Street in the city of Kara-Balta — was transferred to private ownership in violation of the law. As a result of the prosecutor's measures, the area of this social facility amounted

28.01.2026, 14:24
Society

"Salary Doesn't Allow for Taxi Rides." City Residents Complain About the Lack of Buses

The Call Center of Kaktus.media has received inquiries from residents regarding the lack of bus routes. ***- I work in the "Asanbay" microdistrict and finish my shift at 21:00. Since the beginning of January, it has become almost impossible to get home after work. I either have to make several transfers or use a taxi. Bus No. 52 leaves the line around 20:45, and I can't make it in time. Trolleybus No. 10 leaves even earlier, as does bus No. 226. I can't afford to take a taxi

28.01.2026, 14:23
The tax service and banks discussed the transaction tax
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The tax service and banks discussed the transaction tax

During the meeting, the role of banks as tax agents was also highlighted, as they are required to withhold and transfer taxes to the budget when conducting transactions. It is important to note that entities carrying out these operations can only use the special tax regime "Transaction Tax," which excludes the possibility of conducting any other activities on the territory of Kyrgyzstan. Furthermore, taxpayers engaging in transactions must submit an application for transitioning to

28.01.2026, 14:21
Announcement of the recruitment for the Council and the Ethics Commission of the Chamber of Forensic Experts
Politics

Announcement of the recruitment for the Council and the Ethics Commission of the Chamber of Forensic Experts

In Kyrgyzstan, the procedure for submitting nominations for participation in the management of the Chamber of Non-State Judicial Experts has begun, which is an important step towards the development of independent expertise. This process aims to improve the quality of expert research and create an effective self-regulation system. As part of this initiative, two main bodies will be formed: the Chamber Council, which will consist of seven members, and the Ethics Commission, which will include

28.01.2026, 14:19
Conor McGregor May Return to UFC in 2026
Sports

Conor McGregor May Return to UFC in 2026

It is possible that Conor McGregor, the famous Irish fighter, will return to the UFC ring in 2026. This will be nearly five years after he sustained a serious leg injury in a fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264. McGregor has expressed hope to participate in a summer UFC event that will take place at the White House in connection with the 250th anniversary of American independence; however, his participation has not yet been officially confirmed.

28.01.2026, 14:12
Politics

When Data is Stronger than Bribes: The New "Salyk Kuzot" System Breaks Corruption in the Kyrgyz Republic

In Kyrgyzstan, a new automated information system called "Salyk Kuzot" has been introduced, which is considered one of the most modern in the field of tax control in the post-Soviet space. President Sadyr Japarov was briefed on the capabilities of this platform the day before, which changes the government's approach to inspections and increases the transparency of business operations, according to information from the press service of the State Tax Service. "Salyk

28.01.2026, 14:10
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan expressed serious concern over the situation surrounding Iran.
World

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan expressed serious concern over the situation surrounding Iran.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan emphasizes in its statement that the republic advocates for the peaceful resolution of all conflicts exclusively through diplomatic channels and calls on all parties to respect the principles of the UN Charter and norms of international law. “The Republic of Tajikistan strongly urges adherence to the principles of the UN Charter and norms of international law, as well as active measures aimed at maintaining peace and stability in the region,” the

28.01.2026, 14:09