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The EU voted for a complete rejection of Russian gas by 2027
World

The EU voted for a complete rejection of Russian gas by 2027

Illustrative photo The decision to impose the ban was made at a ministerial meeting on Monday, despite protests from Slovakia and Hungary, Reuters reports. "This regulation represents an important step towards achieving the goals of the REPowerEU program aimed at reducing the EU's dependence on Russian energy resources," the Council's press service noted. The initial draft of the plan was presented in early December 2025. The document provides for exceptions allowing EU

26.01.2026, 14:40
World Gold Prices Hit Records. What Does This Mean for Kyrgyzstan's Economy?
Analytics / Exclusive

World Gold Prices Hit Records. What Does This Mean for Kyrgyzstan's Economy?

In the context of global uncertainty, many central banks are ramping up their investments in gold. This, in turn, leads to rising gold prices, as well as prices for other precious metals such as silver and platinum, which are becoming safe assets for investors. Experts note that the current situation in financial markets is unstable due to the sharp rise in prices. However, for Kyrgyzstan, record gold prices may have positive consequences, as noted by Doctor of Economic Sciences Tolonbek

26.01.2026, 14:38
Education

The Cabinet approved the composition of the Board of Trustees of the Academy of Public Administration. Names

According to the order dated January 22, 2026, No. 10, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Head of the Presidential Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, approved the Regulations on the Board of Trustees of the Academy of Public Administration under the President named after Jusup Abdrakhmanov. As part of this order, the composition of the Board of Trustees was also approved: Kydyraiev Azamat Saktanbekovich - Deputy Head of the Presidential Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic,

26.01.2026, 14:38
Nurdin Oruntaev gave instructions for checking the activities of LLC "Elit-Stroy-City"
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Nurdin Oruntaev gave instructions for checking the activities of LLC "Elit-Stroy-City"

Recently, Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with Bekzhan Kasymzhanov, a representative of LLC "Elite-Stroy-City". This event was prompted by a video appeal that became popular on social media. During the meeting, various aspects of the company's operations were discussed, and the minister provided instructions to the responsible employees. One of the key decisions was to create a special

26.01.2026, 14:37
The number of fatalities due to the landslide in Indonesia has reached 25
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The number of fatalities due to the landslide in Indonesia has reached 25

According to the Antara agency, the number of victims of the landslide in West Java province, Indonesia, has risen to 25 people. This information was provided by the National Disaster Management Agency of Indonesia. Previously, 17 fatalities were reported. Search and rescue operations are currently ongoing, involving local services. However, 65 people are still reported missing. The search operations are facing difficulties due to heavy rains, unstable ground, and the possibility of further

26.01.2026, 14:36
Politics

The Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan will consider the petition in the case of journalist Mahabat Tajibek kyzy

According to the Media Action Platform of Kyrgyzstan, this meeting will be an important stage in the case of the journalist, whose detention and subsequent imprisonment have been recognized as arbitrary and violating international norms according to the conclusion of the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention. Case CircumstancesOn January 16, 2024, a series of mass arrests took place in Kyrgyzstan, during which 11 participants of journalistic initiatives were detained, including projects

26.01.2026, 14:35
Society

In Bishkek, five new schools and seven educational buildings will be constructed. List of districts

The construction of five new schools in Bishkek will begin in 2026. This was announced at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh committee dedicated to international affairs. During the second reading, a bill on the ratification of a loan agreement with the Saudi Fund was approved. Deputy Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services Samat Janteliyev noted that this event is part of the second phase of the project.

26.01.2026, 14:31
Investigators of the Internal Affairs Department in Osh Region Detained While Accepting a Bribe
Incidents / Exclusive

Investigators of the Internal Affairs Department in Osh Region Detained While Accepting a Bribe

In the Osh region, operational actions led to the detention of investigators from the Kara-Suu and Aravan districts, accused of extortion. According to information provided by the Committee, during special activities aimed at identifying corruption crimes in law enforcement agencies of Kyrgyzstan, employees of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) established the fact of extortion of 3,000 US dollars by an investigator from the village of Nariman in the Kara-Suu district, police captain

26.01.2026, 14:28
The Ministry of Internal Affairs has begun an investigation based on the statement of the spouse of a member of the Jogorku Kenesh.
Society

The Ministry of Internal Affairs has begun an investigation based on the statement of the spouse of a member of the Jogorku Kenesh.

Asel Azamatova invited to a meeting at the Main Internal Affairs Department of Bishkek Sultan Makilov, head of the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, informed Vesti.kg about the beginning of an investigation regarding Asel Azamatova's appeal, in which she previously accused the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Eldar Sulaymanov, of domestic violence and pointed out the inaction of law enforcement agencies. Makilov noted that Azamatova was invited to the Main Internal Affairs

26.01.2026, 14:28
In Ala-Buka, a family died from carbon monoxide poisoning
Incidents / Exclusive

In Ala-Buka, a family died from carbon monoxide poisoning

A terrible tragedy occurred in the Jalal-Abad region, in the Ala-Buka district. According to reports from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, four people died from carbon monoxide poisoning that occurred due to the burning of coal in a residential house on Zhashtyk Street in the village of Ala-Buka. Emergency services reported that a call about the incident was received at number "102" around 12:20 PM. Among the victims are a man born in 1994 (A.D.), a woman born in 2002 (I. kyzy

26.01.2026, 14:25
Society

More than 650 goats, 5 bears, and 3 snow leopards recorded in the Talas region.

In the territory of one of the hunting estates in the Talas region, over 650 ibexes were recorded. According to representatives of the hunting estate, the count of wild animals was conducted to determine their population and preserve biological diversity. Specialists in this field, ecologists, and members of public organizations participated in this event.

26.01.2026, 14:25
Society

The company "Elit-Stroy-City" has been banned from starting new projects until the inspections are completed.

Nurdin Oruntaev, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, held a meeting with Bekzhan Kasymzhanov, a representative of the LLC "Elit-Stroy-City." The reason for the meeting was a video appeal that appeared on social media. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Construction. During the negotiations, the current affairs of the company were discussed, and the minister gave instructions to his subordinates. A

26.01.2026, 14:24
Politics

The GKNB detained investigators from the Kara-Suu and Aravan ROVDs

Two police officers have been detained on suspicion of extortion, according to information announced by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) on January 26. The investigation claims that police captain O.G.O., who is an investigator at the Nariman District Department of Internal Affairs (OVD) in the Kara-Suu region, extorted $3000 from a local resident. He had a refusal to initiate a case regarding fraud, the investigation of which began in 2024. The intermediary

26.01.2026, 14:20
How to Obtain Exemption from Liability and Obligations for Jewelry Made of Precious Metals Without Primary Documents — GNS
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How to Obtain Exemption from Liability and Obligations for Jewelry Made of Precious Metals Without Primary Documents — GNS

Illustrative photo To arrange for the release, the taxpayer needs to log into the electronic invoice system on the website esf.salyk.kg, select the "Acquisition" section, and then go to the DPBU subsection. In the upper right corner of the screen, you need to click the "Add" button. In the opened window, you should check the box in the field "Entering information about precious jewelry made of precious metals". When this option is selected, all the main details of

26.01.2026, 14:13
Incidents

In Bishkek, a man was beaten. One of the attackers had a knife.

In Bishkek, on Bakayev Street, a man was beaten by a group of individuals. According to witnesses, one of the attackers was armed with a knife. The incident occurred on January 25 at around 4:00 PM near one of the residential buildings. Several men attacked a young man who, apparently, could not resist as his hands were tied. He was calling for help. Witnesses immediately called the police, who soon arrived at the scene and detained all participants in the conflict. The Lenin District

26.01.2026, 14:10
Society

Kyrgyzstan will receive a loan from OPEC to support the budget

Today, January 26, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dealing with international affairs gave the green light for the ratification of the agreement with OPEC for a loan of $30 million for Kyrgyzstan. The voting took place in the second reading. Deputy Minister of Finance Nurbek Akjolov reported that these funds will be directed to support the country's budget. The loan is provided for a period of 20 years, with a grace period of five years and an interest rate of 1.25%.

26.01.2026, 14:09
Economy

Meat Production Increased in Kyrgyzstan

According to the Ministry of Economy, in 2025, Kyrgyzstan produced 467.1 thousand tons of meat in live weight, which is 16.4 thousand tons more than in 2024. Additionally, in 2025, there was also an increase in the production of livestock and poultry for slaughter by 3.6%, milk by 3.2%, eggs by 18.7%, and wool by 1.4%.

26.01.2026, 14:05
Society

Aziz Abakirov: IT Specialists of Kyrgyzstan Have Become a Brand

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to education, science, innovation, information technology, culture, sports, and youth policy, the director of the High Technology Park, Azis Abakirov, reported that IT specialists from Kyrgyzstan have gained recognition on the international stage. Abakirov emphasized that 463 companies are registered in the High Technology Park, of which about 94% of services are exported to more than 70 countries worldwide.

26.01.2026, 14:04
The mayor met with residents of the new territories of the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek
Politics

The mayor met with residents of the new territories of the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek

In the new secondary school No. 43, located in Ak-Bata, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aybek Junushaliev, held a meeting with residents of the recently annexed territories, reports the press service of the city administration. Residents from MTF-2, Nur-Kojo, Ak-Bata, Ak-Zhar, Lebedinovka, Alamudun, Lower Ala-Archi, and 305-MAB, who became part of the Sverdlovsk administrative district during the administrative-territorial reform, gathered for the event.

26.01.2026, 14:01
Incidents

In the Kadamjay District, 4 citizens voluntarily surrendered their weapons

According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Batken region, in the Kadamjai district, four individuals voluntarily surrendered their weapons as part of the operation "Arsenal". During the raid, the conditions for storing firearms registered in the licensing and permitting system were checked, as well as the availability of the necessary permit documents.

26.01.2026, 13:59
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Becomes a Leader in Re-exporting New Toyotas to Russia

According to statements by Sergey Tselikov, the head of the analytical agency "Autostat," nearly half of the new Toyotas imported into Russia (49.8%) passed through Kyrgyzstan. This is done because such a scheme is more advantageous for customs clearance. Additionally, 33.8% of the cars arrived in Russia directly from China, where 80% of all Toyotas that entered the Russian market were assembled.

26.01.2026, 13:59
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, grain harvest in 2025 decreased by 14.2%, totaling 1.8 million tons

- According to information from the National Statistical Committee, in Kyrgyzstan, the total amount of harvested grain in 2025 was 1.8 million tons (excluding rice, buckwheat, and legumes, including weight after processing). Comparison with the previous year shows that the volume of the harvest decreased by 14.2%. The main reason for this decline was the drop in the gross yield of wheat and barley, which decreased by 26.2% and 26.5%, respectively.

26.01.2026, 13:58