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The Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic transferred 37 units of special equipment worth 145.8 million soms.

An important event took place at the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan — Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration, handed over the keys to new special equipment. This information was published on the official website of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. As part of the capital construction and modernization plan for the facilities of OJSC "Kyrgyzstan National Electric Network," 17 JAC-T8 vehicles, 8

23.01.2026, 12:59

Society

A Heated Conversation Between a Patrol Officer and a Driver Led to an Internal Investigation

In the Chui region, a service investigation has been initiated in connection with an incident that was captured on video and went viral on social media. The recording shows a traffic police officer getting into a conflict with a driver. The events unfolded on the Bishkek—Naryn—Torugart highway, not far from Tokmok. The video captures a dispute between a representative of the road safety service and the driver of a vehicle.

23.01.2026, 12:56

Society

The MP proposes to restore the title of "People's Teacher"

Toktobubu Ashymbaeva, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, has initiated changes to the Law "On State Awards, Honorary Titles, and State Prizes of the Kyrgyz Republic." The draft law has been posted on the parliamentary website for public discussion. It is proposed to add a point to the list of state awards concerning the title "People's Teacher of the Kyrgyz Republic."

23.01.2026, 12:51

Society

Register of Controlled Persons. Kyrgyzstan Asks Russia to Simplify the Exit Procedure from It

On January 22, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Almaz Imangaziev, participated in the first meeting of the Deputy Ministers of Foreign Affairs of Central Asia and Russia, which took place in Moscow. This meeting was organized at the initiative of Russia with the aim of discussing the mechanism for implementing the Joint Action Plan for 2025-2027. It was adopted at the second "Central Asia—Russia" summit, which was held on October 9, 2025, in Dushanbe. The

23.01.2026, 12:49

Society

Residents complain about "snow slush" on the roads

The call center Kaktus.media receives complaints from residents of the city who express dissatisfaction with the condition of the roads covered in "snow slush." They are outraged: "Today the roads are completely buried in 'snow slush.' Where is the snow removal equipment? Cars are sliding, which creates serious risks on the road," they report.

23.01.2026, 12:48

Economy

What measures have the Cabinet and the NBKR taken to curb inflation in 2025?

In 2025, the government of Kyrgyzstan implemented a series of measures aimed at stabilizing prices and ensuring food security, as reported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. As part of these efforts, a Plan of Action was developed and adopted by the Cabinet of Ministers, which focuses on controlling the rise in prices for essential food products throughout the year and is under constant monitoring.

23.01.2026, 12:47

Economy

Trump's Son-in-Law Showed the Master Plan for Gaza's Development: Exactly Like Dubai

At a recent ceremony in Davos, where the charter of the "Peace Council" for Gaza was signed, Jared Kushner, son-in-law of former U.S. President Donald Trump, presented an ambitious "master plan" for the Gaza Strip. Kushner announced plans to divide the enclave into several zones. Initially, the creation of a free zone near the territory controlled by Hamas was planned, but this idea was replaced by a more ambitious approach. “We decided that instead of limiting ourselves to

23.01.2026, 12:45

Education

How many schools in Bishkek are heated with electricity? Response from the Education Department of the Mayor's Office

At the meeting of the permanent commission on social issues on January 23, Bishkek city council deputy Erzhan Nasiraliyev ("Adilet") raised a question about the number of schools in Bishkek that use electric heating systems. Rahat Musaeva, head of the Education Department of the capital's mayor's office, reported that there are 119 schools and 120 kindergartens in Bishkek.

23.01.2026, 12:44

World / Exclusive

Gold Hits Records Amid Geopolitical Risks

On Friday morning, the price of gold reached an all-time high, exceeding $4,960 per troy ounce, as reported by RIA Novosti. Analysts point to rising geopolitical risks alongside threats related to the independence of the U.S. Federal Reserve (Fed). As of 8:29 AM Moscow time, the price of February gold futures on the New York Comex exchange rose by $44.91, or 0.91%, to $4,958.31 per troy ounce. Earlier during trading, the price reached $4,969.69, setting a new record.

23.01.2026, 12:42

Ecology

Clear weather during the day, fog in places — weather forecast for January 24

Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on January 24. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas of Chui, Jalal-Abad, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions during the night of January 24. No precipitation is forecasted for Talas, Osh, and Batken regions. During the day, there will be no precipitation; however, fog is possible in some areas. Snow cover and ice will remain on the roads. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s, while at night in the western part of

23.01.2026, 12:41

Society

In 2025, nearly 21 million foreigners visited Kyrgyzstan

The number of foreign citizens increased by 18.6% compared to 2024. According to the Border Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, in 2025, 20 million 978 thousand 965 foreigners entered the country.

23.01.2026, 12:37

Incidents

On the bypass road Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart, a "Volkswagen Golf 3" collided with a truck

On the bypass road Bishkek–Naryn–Torugart in the Issyk-Ata district of Chui region, a traffic accident occurred in which a passenger car "Volkswagen Golf 3" collided with a truck, eyewitnesses report in an interview with our correspondent Turmush. The incident happened on January 22. As a result of the accident, a "Hyundai Sonata" was also damaged. According to information provided by the press service of the Department of Road Safety under the Main Internal Affairs

23.01.2026, 12:36

Incidents

More than two kilograms of marijuana seized in Bishkek

In the Sverdlovsk district of the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a situation involving the illegal storage of large quantities of drugs has been recorded. This was reported by the city’s Department of Internal Affairs. Operational services received information that in the area of the intersection of Jibek Jolu Avenue and Kalinin Street, one citizen was engaged in the collection, storage, and distribution of drugs.

23.01.2026, 12:32

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Uzbekistan exported gold worth nearly $10 billion in 2025

Uzbekistan reached a record in gold exports in 2025, amounting to $9.9 billion. This data was published by the National Statistics Committee of the country. Compared to 2024, the value of gold sent abroad increased by 32.3%, which is equivalent to an additional $2.4 billion. The export volume, approaching $10 billion, is the highest figure since 2009 and likely in the entire history of statistics collection in this area.

23.01.2026, 12:32

Health / Exclusive

At the Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation, a new leader - summary

The presentation of the new head of the Scientific Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation, Jalil Sheyshenov, took place. According to the press service of the Ministry of Health, in his speech, First Deputy Minister Aibek Matkerimov emphasized the importance of coordinated work within the cardiology assistance system. Brief information: Sheyshenov Jalil Orozobekovich,

23.01.2026, 12:28

Incidents

In the Aytmatov District, dangerous driving on the road was intercepted.

In the Aytmatov district, a situation was identified where the driver of a "Kia Carnival" was performing dangerous maneuvers on the road. This was reported by the Traffic Safety Department of the Interior Ministry of the Naryn region. According to the department's information, an administrative protocol was drawn up against the driver. He was fined 15,000 soms, and his vehicle was sent to the impound lot.

23.01.2026, 12:26

World

Elon Musk: By 2030, AI Will Be Smarter Than All of Humanity

Musk noted: “I believe we will be able to create AI that is smarter than any human by the end of this year or at the latest next year. And then, possibly by 2030 or 2031, that is, in five years, it will be able to surpass all of humanity in intelligence.” Additionally, he emphasized that in the future there will be more robots on Earth than people. Musk pointed out that in a favorable scenario, AI and robots will be able to make any tasks easier for humans. “If there are many humanoid robots —

23.01.2026, 12:25

Society

The Cabinet intends to approve the status of the Mother Tashieva Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood.

A draft resolution "On the Approval of the Regulations for the Center for the Protection of Motherhood and Childhood named after Aliyma Tashieva under the Ministry of Health" is being submitted for public discussion. The purpose of this document is to establish the status and define the tasks, functions, structure, and management procedures of the institution, which will enhance the accessibility, quality, and safety of specialized medical care for women and children.

23.01.2026, 12:22

Politics

Citizen Safety is a Priority: The Head of the Cabinet Addressed the Personnel of the Ministry of Internal Affairs

As part of the meeting of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, where the results of the agency's work for 2025 were discussed, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev emphasized the importance of citizen safety. Interior Minister Ulan Niyazbekov presented a detailed report on the results of the fight against crime, the implementation of digital technologies in police work, and measures aimed at protecting citizens. He noted that the Ministry of Internal Affairs continues to actively modernize to

23.01.2026, 12:22

Society

Deterioration of Weather: Drivers Are Asked to Follow Traffic Rules

As the weather conditions worsen in the Chui region, road services have begun clearing the roads and are urging drivers to be attentive. This was reported by the press service of the Traffic Safety Department of the region. Department specialists are asking motorists to strictly follow traffic rules, adhere to speed limits, maintain a safe distance, and avoid crossing into oncoming traffic. “Avoid risky maneuvers, especially in areas with increased danger. Take care of your safety and the

23.01.2026, 12:19

Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan is considering renewable energy projects in collaboration with a company from Hong Kong

- Today, January 23, Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, met with a delegation from the international investment and development company Vantagion Terra Group Limited. During the meeting, the prospects for cooperation in the field of solar energy were discussed, including the implementation of projects in remote and mountainous areas of Kyrgyzstan.

23.01.2026, 12:17

World / Exclusive

The Lower House of Parliament Dissolved in Japan

The procedure for dissolving the lower house of parliament has been carried out in Japan. This was announced by the chairman of the house, Fumio Nukaga, who read the corresponding government initiative on the very first day of the 220th session, as reported by RIA Novosti. Thus, the decision took effect immediately.

23.01.2026, 12:15

Society

The Ministry of Health presented new leaders of national cardio centers

The presentation of new leaders took place on January 23 at two national cardiology centers, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health. The event was attended by the First Deputy Minister of Health Aibek Matkerimov and Deputy Minister Bakytbek Kadyraliev.

23.01.2026, 12:10

Society / Exclusive

The Ministry of Labor clarified the procedure for the legal employment of Kyrgyz citizens in Russia

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration of Kyrgyzstan has provided important clarifications for citizens planning to work in Russia. The agency recommends that all Kyrgyz citizens visit the employment center website migrant.kg before departure to ensure they are not on the list of individuals prohibited from entering the territory of the Russian Federation. For legal residence in Russia, according to local legislation, several mandatory steps must be taken:

23.01.2026, 12:09