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The largest investors in Kyrgyzstan have been named. Infographic
Economy

The largest investors in Kyrgyzstan have been named. Infographic

According to the latest data, from January to September 2025, foreign direct investment (FDI) in the economy of Kyrgyzstan increased to $885 million, which is an 18.4% increase compared to the same period in 2024. These figures were provided by the National Statistical Committee. Of the total investment volume, $282.5 million came from CIS countries, while the remaining $602.4 million came from other countries. The distribution of the influx of funds is as follows:

26.01.2026, 15:57
Economy

When will the rise in prices for meat, butter, and flour stop? - Deputy

- During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 26, 2026, Deputy Kamila Talieva raised the issue of the reasons for the increase in food prices in the country. She inquired about when the rise in prices for essential products such as meat, vegetable oil, and flour could be expected to stop.

26.01.2026, 15:56
Incidents

The mayor's convoy in one of the Philippine cities was attacked with a grenade launcher.

In Maguindanao del Sur, an incident occurred when a group of unknown assailants opened fire with a grenade launcher at the mayor's convoy. As a result of the shooting, two security guards were injured; however, the mayor himself remained unharmed, according to local news sources. According to authorities, the attackers attempted to flee but were neutralized during an operational pursuit. This is already the third assassination attempt on this official in the past five years, according to

26.01.2026, 15:56
Society

The Padysha-Ata Nature Reserve has become a favorite spot for tourists — footage of winter nature

The State Nature Reserve of Padysha-Ata, located in the Aksy district of the Jalal-Abad region, has become a popular destination for both locals and foreigners. The clean air, majestic mountains, and clear, rushing waters make this place particularly attractive. In the summer, many tourists can be seen here; however, the winter period reveals the natural beauty of the region from a new perspective. A Turmush correspondent captured the picturesque winter landscapes. According to one of the

26.01.2026, 15:54
Sports

In Ak-Tal, volleyball competitions were held among men and women.

In the village of Ak-Tal, located in the Aiyl Aimak of Togolok-Moldo in the Ak-Tal District of the Naryn Region, a volleyball tournament took place on January 24, the results of which determined the winners, reported a correspondent from Turmush. According to the head of the village of Ak-Tal, Dastan Imankebekov, the volleyball tournament between the neighborhoods of the village was organized by young men born in 1990. The competitions were held in three categories:

26.01.2026, 15:50
Under the OSAGO policies, Kyrgyz citizens have received 256 million soms.
Economy / Exclusive

Under the OSAGO policies, Kyrgyz citizens have received 256 million soms.

Citizens of Kyrgyzstan received 256 million soms in payments under compulsory motor third-party liability insurance (OSAGO), as reported by Marat Pirnazarov, the chairman of the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service, on the air of Birinchi Radio. He also noted that the majority of insurance payouts were related to voluntary types of insurance: for personal insurance, the payout amounted to 165 million soms, while for property insurance, it was 625 million soms. Within the

26.01.2026, 15:50
Society

After complaints from villagers in the Alaykuu valley, hunters killed a wolf with a car

A video of an incident that occurred in the Alayku Valley in the Osh region has surfaced on social media, showing a wolf being hit by a car. This information was confirmed by Jenishbek Bekhtashov, a game specialist from the Osh regional office of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of Kyrgyzstan, responsible for the Kara-Kulja district.

26.01.2026, 15:49
Politics

The Head of the Cabinet updated the composition of the commission for monitoring public administration reforms

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, made changes to the composition of the interdepartmental commission responsible for monitoring the implementation of the presidential decree regarding reforms aimed at improving efficiency and reducing bureaucracy in the system of state governance of the Kyrgyz Republic. This decree was issued on December 30, 2025, under number 387. According to the order of the Chairman of the Cabinet, dated January 22, 2026, under number 30, the

26.01.2026, 15:49
Society

No Reason to Panic. Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan on the Nipah Virus

There have been no reported cases of Nipah virus infection in Kyrgyzstan. This was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Health, which provided information on the current situation. According to the department, the sanitary and epidemiological situation is under constant control by the relevant authorities.

26.01.2026, 15:40
Diplomats Repatriated Nearly 700 Uzbeks Who Were Illegally in the U.S. Over the Year
World

Diplomats Repatriated Nearly 700 Uzbeks Who Were Illegally in the U.S. Over the Year

Illustrative photo The last, 11th flight was carried out last week, during which 44 Uzbeks returned to their homeland. The journey home turned out to be long—they spent more than a day traveling with several transfers, including stops in Armenia and Romania. According to diplomats, many of those returning had spent a long time in migration centers in the USA as they attempted to cross the border illegally.

26.01.2026, 15:38
Society

AI will not replace teachers. UNESCO debunks myths about the future of education.

Considering the growing role of artificial intelligence in the educational sphere, an important question arises: does it contribute to improving the quality of education, or does it undermine it and threaten the well-being of future generations? On the eve of International Education Day on January 24, in an interview with UN News journalist Evgenia Kleshcheva, Shafik Isaacs, head of the UNESCO Section for Technology and AI in Education, noted that the main goal of the organization is not the

26.01.2026, 15:38
The price of gold has surpassed $5000 per ounce for the first time in history.
World

The price of gold has surpassed $5000 per ounce for the first time in history.

The image was generated by Gemini As the agency emphasizes, experts expect further price increases for gold, which traditionally attracts the attention of investors in times of instability. The main factors contributing to this are the escalation of conflicts between the USA and NATO over Greenland and the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. The demand for gold has also been influenced by the threat of the United States imposing a 100% tariff on imports from Canada if that country signs a

26.01.2026, 15:37
Economy

The Ministry of Economic Development spoke about the development program until 2030

- As part of the new national development program of the Kyrgyz Republic, which covers the period until 2030, an increase in the gross domestic product (GDP) to 30 billion dollars is planned. The first details were announced by the First Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Choro Seiitov in a television interview. He reported that by 2025, the country's GDP in dollar terms could reach about 22 billion dollars, demonstrating stable economic growth after the pandemic.

26.01.2026, 15:35
Health

The deputy requests to build facilities for children with autism and Down syndrome

At the meeting of the Committee on International Affairs held on January 26, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Zhyldyz Kurmanalieva raised an important issue regarding the need to build specialized schools and kindergartens for children with autism and Down syndrome as part of various projects. The deputy noted that the number of children with Down syndrome and autism continues to grow, and many of them do not have the opportunity to attend regular educational institutions.

26.01.2026, 15:34
Education

The Ministry of Education Discussed the Use of the State Language in the Field of Education

A meeting was held at the Ministry of Education, where issues related to the application of the state language and the implementation of the law "On the State Language of the Kyrgyz Republic" in the educational sphere were discussed. Participating in the event were the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the Chairman of the National Commission on the State Language and Language Policy under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Melis Murataliev, as well as heads of structural

26.01.2026, 15:31
Trump's Selective "Council of Peace": What It Means for Central Asia
Politics

Trump's Selective "Council of Peace": What It Means for Central Asia

Donald Trump's recent decision to invite Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to the new "Council of Peace" has drawn the attention of experts, dividing them into two camps. Some express concern over the exclusion of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan, while others urge not to panic, believing that this will not affect the integrity of Central Asia as an important geopolitical player. Some analysts see no grounds for concern that Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan may fall

26.01.2026, 15:30
Incidents

The court sentenced a customs major to prison for bribery. He was detained by the GKNB.

The Osh City Court issued a verdict against Major of the Customs Service K.G.B., who received 8 months of imprisonment for attempted bribery. The final decision was announced on November 21, 2025. At the end of August 2025, the press service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) reported that on the 26th of that month, Senior Customs Inspector K.G.B. was detained. He became a subject of a criminal case related to giving a bribe of 1000 dollars. As the investigative authorities found

26.01.2026, 15:30
Health

Ministry of Health: No cases of Nipah virus detected in Kyrgyzstan, sanitary control strengthened at the border

In Kyrgyzstan, not a single case of Nipah virus infection has been registered, reports the Ministry of Health. In this regard, measures have been taken to strengthen sanitary and quarantine control at the state border. At present, the Nipah virus is only detected in India. According to the Ministry of Health, the epidemiological situation is under constant monitoring by specialists in sanitary and epidemiological surveillance.

26.01.2026, 15:27
The number of victims in the ferry disaster in southern Philippines has risen to 18
World

The number of victims in the ferry disaster in southern Philippines has risen to 18

According to GMA News, as a result of the incident, 317 people were rescued, while 24 people are reported missing. Survivors note that the sea was calm at the time of the incident. As reported by AFP, there were 342 people on board. The ferry Trisha Kerstin 3 sank off the coast of Pila's Island on the night of January 26. The vessel was en route from Zamboanga City to Holo Island, and according to the coast guard, it was not overloaded. The causes of the accident are currently under

26.01.2026, 15:24
Millions of frozen chips covered a beach in the UK after a storm
Exclusive

Millions of frozen chips covered a beach in the UK after a storm

According to information obtained from the Daily Mail and BBC on Sunday, potato slices and chips spilled onto the beaches of East Sussex from containers lost during the storm. In some places, the thickness of the potato layer reached 75 centimeters, giving the coastline a bright golden hue that resembled sand from a distance. The cause of the incident was quickly established — recent severe storms dislodged dozens of containers from two cargo ships in the English Channel. At least 20

26.01.2026, 15:22