The Ministry of Culture intends to reduce the number of documentary films

The Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev announced the Ministry of Culture's intentions to reduce the production of documentary films at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with science, education, innovation, information technology, culture, sports, and youth policy. He noted that a significant number of documentary films are created for anniversaries—both 100th and 90th—which entails substantial financial costs.

China's Population Decreased by 3.39 Million People in 2025

Illustrative photo According to information published by the National Bureau of Statistics of China, at the end of 2025, the population of China was 1 billion 404.89 million people. This is 3.39 million less than at the end of 2024. During 2025, the country registered 7.92 million newborns, significantly lower than 9.54 million in the previous year. The birth rate was 5.63 per thousand population, while the number of deaths reached 11.31 million. In 2024, this figure was 10.93 million, leading

National Statistics Committee: By the end of 2025, Kyrgyzstan's GDP growth reached 11.1%

In 2025, the gross domestic product grew by 11.1%, as confirmed by preliminary estimates. The total GDP, as noted, exceeded 1.9 trillion soms, which is a significant achievement compared to 2024.

A film studio and Dolby Atmos recording studio will be built in Kyrgyzstan

Ambitious projects to modernize the film production infrastructure are starting in Kyrgyzstan, including the construction of the country's first film studio and a modern recording studio. This was announced by Marat Tagaev, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. As Tagaev noted, the Department of Cinematography has set high goals to be achieved by 2026. The project for the construction of the film studio has already been

More than 11 tons of sausage products illegally transported from Russia to Kyrgyzstan have been returned.

At the border veterinary control point "Ak-Tilek" in the Chui region, the illegal import of sausage products from Russia was prevented. During the operation, 11,720 kilograms of products were returned. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, this event was the result of an inspection conducted by the inspectors of the border veterinary control point.

Kokulov stated that tobacco brands are being promoted in Kyrgyz cinema. He is ready to sue.

At the meeting of the Committee on Culture and Youth Affairs of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 19, Deputy Erulan Kokulov raised the issue of hidden tobacco advertising in Kyrgyz films. Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev presented information about the work of the Cinematography Department, after which Kokulov drew attention to scenes where cigarettes of well-known foreign brands appear on screen. He asked whether this constitutes advertising, to which the director of the Cinematography

The Ombudsman helped two minor orphans from Naryn receive their inheritance

Over 11 Tons of Sausage from Russia Attempted to Be Illegally Imported into Kyrgyzstan

During the inspection, it was established that violations of veterinary and sanitary requirements were the basis for the necessary documents to be issued. As a result, the import of this batch of products was prohibited, and the cargo was returned to the Russian Federation through the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint. All relevant documents were issued regarding the violation, which allowed for the prevention of illegal importation into the territory of the Kyrgyz Republic.

The State Committee for National Security is investigating a large-scale fraud scheme in construction and collateral lending.

In the Kyrgyz Republic, the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) has initiated an investigation into a large-scale fraud scheme related to construction and mortgage lending. According to the press service of the agency, on January 19, a meeting was held at the main office of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic, led by the head Kamchybek Tashiev, with citizens who became victims of a criminal case against citizen S.M.

Deputies can openly express their opinions on any issue – Speaker of the Parliament

At today's meeting of the Coordination Council of the Parliament, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, stated that deputies have the opportunity to openly express their opinions on any issues. According to information from the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, the meeting took place on January 19, and it was attended by the Speaker, his deputies, leaders of deputy groups, committee chairpersons, and staff members. During the discussion,

11.7 Tons of Sausage from Russia Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan

The cargo was returned to the sender At the veterinary control point "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chuy region, a batch of sausage products arriving from Russia was detained. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Dollar and Euro Changed in Value. Exchange Rates in Commercial Banks on January 19

The exchange rates set by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan for January 19 are presented below: At this time, the dollar has slightly increased in value, the ruble has maintained its position, while the euro has become cheaper.

The number of fatalities in the train collision in Spain has risen to 39

According to the latest data, most of the injured have been hospitalized in medical facilities in Córdoba. Currently, 73 people remain under medical observation, of which 24 are in critical condition, including four minors. The accident occurred on the evening of January 18, when the Iryo train, traveling from Malaga to Madrid, derailed and fell onto the tracks, where it was struck by the Alvia train traveling at a high speed of 200 km/h. Among the deceased was the driver of the second train.

In Cholpon-Ata, an underwater drone was tested. Video

In Cholpon-Ata, the first tests of an underwater drone took place, which was handed over to the Issyk-Kul District Department of Internal Affairs, reports Turmush correspondent. Key figures were present at the event, including the akim of the Issyk-Kul District, Japarbek Ormonov.

The campaign for the free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses in Kyrgyzstan has been extended indefinitely.

According to Dzhakyshev, a medical certificate in form 083 is not required for the replacement of indefinite driving licenses. He reminded that earlier, on January 15, Daiyrbek Orunbekov, the head of the Information Policy Service of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic, announced on Facebook the possibility of extending the campaign for those who did not manage to update their documents within the specified time. “If someone cannot complete the exchange in the allotted

Bill Gates Talks About the Future of AI and Humanity

In his manifesto, Gates emphasizes how technology can contribute to changing the world in the next ten years, highlighting three key issues that need to be addressed. Gates also speaks about the need to scale technologies to achieve equality. The philanthropist identifies three key areas: in climate, a global carbon tax is necessary for market forces to work; in medicine, algorithms are already helping in the early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease, which could save billions; his

In Myrza-Ake, new electric poles are being replaced and installed.

In the Uzgen district, in the territory of the rural municipality of Myrza-Ake, work is underway to install new electric poles in the recently established settlements. Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the Myrza-Ake rural council, reported that based on requests from local residents, 70 electric poles were purchased from the local budget for a total of 1 million 71 thousand soms. Currently, the installation of these poles is actively ongoing.

Akzhol Makhmudov revealed who he called before the bronze match at the Olympics in Paris

Akjol Makhmudov spoke about who became his support before the decisive match for the bronze medal at the Olympics in Paris. The athlete from Kyrgyzstan competed in the 77 kg weight category in Greco-Roman wrestling, starting the competition with a confident victory over American wrestler Kamal Bey.

The inflation rate in Kyrgyzstan for 2025 was 9.4%, - National Statistics Committee

- According to data provided at a press conference by the Chairman of the National Statistical Committee, Baktybek Kudaybergenov, in 2025, there was an increase in consumer prices and tariffs of 9.4% compared to 2024. In the structure of price growth, the following categories stand out:

Flights of five airlines canceled at Manas Airport. Situation and reasons

- On January 19, 2026, some flights to Istanbul, Batken, and other destinations were canceled at Manas Airport. The situation was reported by the press service of the Kyrgyzstan Airports JSC. At the moment, two flights from Turkish Airlines and Pegasus connecting Bishkek and Istanbul have been canceled. The crew of the Air Arabia flight, which was coming from Sharjah (UAE), decided to reroute their flight to Almaty.

The free replacement of indefinite driver's licenses may be extended.

Later, drivers will have to pay for document exchange The State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Driver Personnel has announced the possibility of extending the free exchange of indefinite driver's licenses for two months.

In the Alamedin District, a man was fined for illegal hunting of pheasants

On January 17, in the Alamidin district, employees of the Regional Department of the Ecological Supervision Service for Bishkek conducted a raid aimed at combating poaching in the Bek-Tuu area, located in the village of Kara-Jygaach. As a result of the operation, based on received operational information, a man was detained who was engaged in illegal hunting and had managed to shoot several pheasants.

Dastan Bekeshev proposes to legalize motorcycles and regulate car towing.

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev has proposed an initiative for the legalization of motorcycles and the regulation of the vehicle towing process. He expressed his opinion in a Telegram channel, suggesting amendments to the bill concerning road safety. In his proposal, Bekeshev emphasized the need to clearly define the conditions under which vehicle towing can occur.

The growth of non-tax revenues affected the budget surplus of Kyrgyzstan in 2025

- According to the EFSR report (December 2025), the Kyrgyz Republic is experiencing a record budget surplus, largely driven by the growth of non-tax revenues. Specifically, the profit of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic (NBKR) for 2024, amounting to 45.7 billion soms (3.7% of GDP), has been a key factor in the increase of non-tax revenues, which reached 10.8% of GDP in January-September 2025, compared to 7.1% of GDP in the same period last year, the authors of the report note.