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Azamat Osmonov discussed water supply issues with agrarians from two districts of Chui Region.

The Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Chui Region, Azamat Osmonov, met with farmers and agricultural producers from the Sokuluk and Moscow districts. According to the press service of the representative office, the key topics of the meeting included issues related to water supply, land use, and the state of agricultural production in the area. During the discussion, Azamat Osmonov listened attentively to the opinions and suggestions of the agrarians,

23.01.2026, 10:30
Export, Prices, and Salaries. What Happened to Kyrgyzstan's Economy in 2025?
Economy

Export, Prices, and Salaries. What Happened to Kyrgyzstan's Economy in 2025?

According to the results of 2025, the gross domestic product of Kyrgyzstan grew by more than 11%, reaching 1.9 trillion soms according to preliminary data. How was such a result achieved, according to information from the authorities? High Growth RatesAccording to preliminary data, the country's gross domestic product in 2025 amounted to over 1.9 trillion soms, which is 11.1% more compared to January - December 2024.

23.01.2026, 10:27
Politics

The Cabinet approved new rules for the distribution of tariff quotas for meat imports

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has approved new rules regarding the distribution of tariff quotas for the import of certain types of meat for participants in foreign economic activity. This decision has been made to align the country's legislation with the norms of the Eurasian Economic Union and to enhance transparency in procedures. The updated rules regulate the procedure for distributing quotas, accounting for import volumes, and establish priorities for local processing

23.01.2026, 10:26
Exclusive

In 2025, the production volume in the light industry reached 25 billion soms

- In 2025, the total production volume in the country's light industry amounted to about 25 billion soms, noted Talantbek Karasartov, head of the industrial analysis department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, on the radio. He specified that the textile sector produced about 4 billion soms, the garment industry — over 20 billion soms, and the leather and footwear industry — more than 600 million soms.

23.01.2026, 10:25
Incidents

On the Bishkek - Osh highway, a driver fatally hit a pedestrian and attempted to flee.

On January 20, 2026, around 7:40 AM, a dead man approximately 60 years old was found at the 273rd kilometer of the Bishkek – Osh road in the Toktogul district. According to preliminary information, he was hit by a driver of a vehicle who later fled the scene. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Police officers from the Jalal-Abad region conducted operational activities and soon identified the suspect. He turned out to be a native of the Leilek

23.01.2026, 10:25
Robert Keegan: Trump is Driving the World to Bloody Chaos
Politics

Robert Keegan: Trump is Driving the World to Bloody Chaos

According to Keegan, by 2026, Donald Trump will have destroyed the liberal world order that the United States has built over the past eighty years. He argues that American influence was based not only on military power, represented by aircraft carriers, but also on the "big deal" — the willingness of the U.S. to act as a security guarantor for its allies in exchange for their loyalty and a renunciation of aggressive actions. This era, according to the political scientist, has come to

23.01.2026, 10:22
Politics

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic asked for support from ambassadors in the election to the UN Security Council.

On January 22, an annual reception for representatives of the diplomatic corps was held in Bishkek, organized by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, the event was attended by heads of diplomatic missions and representatives of international organizations accredited in the country.

23.01.2026, 10:21
World

UN Report: 30 Times More Money is Spent on Destroying Nature than on Protecting It

According to a new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), investments aimed at destroying ecosystems exceed funds allocated for their protection by 30 times. The report, based on data from 2023, indicates that the total amount of financial flows related to harm to nature is $7.3 trillion. Of this amount, $4.9 trillion comes from private investments, which are mainly directed towards areas such as utilities, industry, energy, and raw material extraction.

23.01.2026, 10:14
Lifestyle

Life in the Regions: Sparrows Found Shelter Where Children with Difficult Fates Live

In the Panfilov district, located in the Chuy region, students of the K. Tilebaliev boarding school show active interest in birds during the winter period. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. Alinur Akylbekov, a 12-year-old fifth grader, shared his experience in caring for feathered friends. He created a birdhouse to help the birds during the cold season. “There are many birds in our area, and I find them very interesting. I often think about how they survive in winter when it snows

23.01.2026, 10:13
TikTok has completed the deal to sell its American division
World

TikTok has completed the deal to sell its American division

According to Bloomberg, among the new investors, such as Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, 50% of the shares of American TikTok will be distributed. At the same time, ByteDance will retain 19.9% of the shares, while the remaining 30.1% will be controlled by the current investors of the company. According to the report, the presence of American investors will enable more effective content moderation on TikTok and ensure the protection of user data from the U.S. The new board of directors will

23.01.2026, 10:13
A district officer was detained on suspicion of extortion for "protection" of foreigners.
Incidents

A district officer was detained on suspicion of extortion for "protection" of foreigners.

A police officer was detained in Osh on suspicion of extorting money from foreign citizens. This was reported by the press center of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to available information, on January 21 of this year, the SCNS, together with the Internal Investigation Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, detained the district inspector of the GOM-3 of the Osh City Police Department, Lieutenant U. O. Sh., at the scene of the crime.

23.01.2026, 10:11
Society

A republican forum of creative unions and the scientific intelligentsia will be organized, - Ministry of Culture

According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Culture, at the initiative of State Secretary Arslan Koichiev and in accordance with the president's decree, a republican forum dedicated to the concept of "Uluuuk dem – global height" will be organized. The aim of this event is to promote the preservation and development of national spiritual values, as well as to support the creative and scientific potential of the country. The forum is also aimed at uniting the

23.01.2026, 10:10
Kyrgyzstan Attracts International Partners for Solar Energy Development
Society

Kyrgyzstan Attracts International Partners for Solar Energy Development

Today, a meeting took place between the head of the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Ravshanbek Sabirov, and representatives of Vantagion Terra Group Limited, a company engaged in international investments and development. The parties discussed the prospects for investment cooperation, focusing on issues related to the development of solar energy, including the implementation of projects in remote and mountainous areas of the country.

23.01.2026, 10:09
In the Talas Region, the Akim and the Director of the Forestry Department were detained
Incidents

In the Talas Region, the Akim and the Director of the Forestry Department were detained

Officials created a corruption scheme by illegally allocating land plots from the forest fund. As part of an investigation conducted by the State National Security Committee (GKNB), the akim of the Bakai-Ata district A.B.M. and the director of the Talas Forestry A.N.Dzh., as well as other officials, were detained in the Talas region. The agency's press center reported on the systemic violations of legislation by these officials.

23.01.2026, 10:09
Exclusive

Pharmaceutical Production in Kyrgyzstan Increased by 2.1 Times in 2025

- In 2025, Kyrgyzstan achieved significant growth in pharmaceutical production, amounting to 1 billion 562.8 million soms. This figure is 2.1 times higher than in the same period of 2024, when the volume was 743.9 million soms. Such are the data from official statistics. The physical volume index during the reporting period was 165.6%, while a year earlier it was at 121.7%, according to statistical data.

23.01.2026, 10:08
Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: About 10,000 crimes prevented in 2025
Society

Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: About 10,000 crimes prevented in 2025

A meeting of the board was held at the Ministry of Internal Affairs, where the results of the work of internal affairs agencies for 2025 were summarized. The press service of the Cabinet reports that the event was attended by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, Minister of Internal Affairs Lieutenant General of Police Ulan Niyazbekov, as well as the leadership of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and its structural divisions. One of the main agenda items was the

23.01.2026, 10:05
In Naryn, land fraud was uncovered: plots returned to the state
Society

In Naryn, land fraud was uncovered: plots returned to the state

The Naryn Prosecutor's Office has uncovered serious violations in the field of land legislation that were committed by local authorities between 1999 and 2002. This was reported by the supervisory agency. During the inspection, it was established that during the specified years, several plots of land that were in state and municipal ownership were illegally transferred to private hands. In particular, the following plots are mentioned: • a plot of 1,500 square meters that belonged to the

23.01.2026, 10:05
Zheenbek Kulubaev held an annual reception for the diplomatic corps
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Zheenbek Kulubaev held an annual reception for the diplomatic corps

On January 22 in Bishkek, the traditional annual reception organized by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Zheenbek Kulubaev, took place. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, heads of foreign diplomatic missions and international organizations accredited in the country participated in this event. During the event, Minister Kulubaev presented a report summarizing the results of Kyrgyzstan's foreign policy for 2025 and outlined key

23.01.2026, 09:59
The price of precious metals has soared to record levels
Economy / Exclusive

The price of precious metals has soared to record levels

On the evening of January 22, the price of precious metals once again showed a sharp increase, setting new records. Silver, in particular, has for the first time surpassed the mark of $96 per troy ounce, increasing by 3.81 percent and reaching $96.17. This data is confirmed by trading indicators.

23.01.2026, 09:59
Sports / Exclusive

The youth national hockey team of Kyrgyzstan won against Luxembourg

The Kyrgyzstan national ice hockey team for under 20 years old achieved its fourth victory at the third division world championship (Group B) taking place in Bishkek. On January 22, after the game against Luxembourg, the director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, held a meeting with the team. In the fourth round of the tournament, the Kyrgyz team confidently defeated their opponents with a score of 5:2.

23.01.2026, 09:57