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Trump may offer $1 million to each resident of Greenland - media

According to information published by the British publication Daily Mail, U.S. President Donald Trump plans to offer every resident of Greenland a payment of $1 million. This will be done if the island's population decides to vote for joining the United States. It is estimated that the population of Greenland is approximately 57,000 people, which, according to the newspaper, makes such an initiative financially feasible for the U.S. budget.

22.01.2026, 18:44
Oil or Rare Earth Elements: What Will Determine the Future of the Global Economy?
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Oil or Rare Earth Elements: What Will Determine the Future of the Global Economy?

For most of the last century, oil remained the cornerstone of the global economy, as noted by Euronews. This resource powered factories, transportation systems, and trade, shaping the financial strength of nations. Control over oil supplies often became a tool for influencing economies, inflation, and even the outcomes of military conflicts.

22.01.2026, 18:28
Society

Fake Pregnancy for Citizenship. A Man Sentenced in Bishkek

In Bishkek, a man was convicted for incitement to produce fake documents and for using knowingly false information. This was reported by the "Digital Justice" portal. Names have been changed. The investigation revealed that in August 2023, Tilek approached Zhibek, a gynecologist at one of the health centers in Bishkek. He provided her with the original passport belonging to Saniya, claiming she was his daughter, and offered 500 soms for her to issue a pregnancy certificate. Zhibek,

22.01.2026, 18:15
Who and How Can Receive Benefits for Residents of High Mountain Areas
Society

Who and How Can Receive Benefits for Residents of High Mountain Areas

The Ministry of Labor clarified the conditions for receiving benefits and the necessary documents The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration explained how residents of high-altitude and hard-to-reach areas can receive a monthly benefit called "Assistance to Residents of High Mountain Areas." This benefit is aimed at families with children.

22.01.2026, 18:12
The President of Kazakhstan Signed the Charter of the Council of Peace
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The President of Kazakhstan Signed the Charter of the Council of Peace

The President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, signed the Charter of the Council of Peace, which was initiated by former U.S. President Donald Trump. This information was reported by the Kazinform agency, citing the press service of Akorda. In addition to Tokayev, leaders and representatives from 18 countries also participated in the signing ceremony.

22.01.2026, 18:11
Lifestyle

Life in the Regions: Makhabat Akimalieva from Ak-Tala Continues the Kyrgyz Craft that is Being Forgotten

Makhabat Akimalieva, living in the village of Ak-Tal in the Ak-Tal district of the Naryn region, has been devoted to the art of Kyrgyz folk crafts for 22 years, which is gradually fading into the past. Born on March 28, 1981, in the village of Bayetov, she graduated from the Esengul Karasartov school and later got married in the village of Ak-Tal. Her husband, Alybek Makeev, works as a teacher at the Askar Turdakunov school. They have been married for 25 years and are raising five children.

22.01.2026, 18:10
Education

The boarding school for the blind and visually impaired in Bishkek received 10 typewriters using the Braille system.

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, handed over 10 Perkins Brailler Classic typewriters in Braille to the Special Boarding School for Blind and Visually Impaired Children in Bishkek. As specified by the government press service, the need for such typewriters was expressed in September of last year during the Prime Minister's visit to this educational institution.

22.01.2026, 18:10
Education

How Many Children Attended Kindergartens in the Regions of Kyrgyzstan: Data for 8 Years

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a steady increase in the number of children attending preschool institutions. This data was presented by the National Statistical Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic. As of the end of 2024, there are 257,378 children registered in kindergartens and other preschool organizations in the country. For comparison, in 2023 this figure was 233,946, in 2022 — 220,012, in 2021 — 199,813, in 2020 — 196,123, and in 2019 — 207,884. In 2018, the number of children was 197,152, and in

22.01.2026, 18:08
In Bishkek, the national musical "Suymonkul" will be presented
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In Bishkek, the national musical "Suymonkul" will be presented

The musical "Suymonkul" will be shown in Bishkek, reported the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Audiences will be able to see this work on the stage of the T. Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic. Performances are scheduled from February 12 to 17.

22.01.2026, 18:08
Farmers in Kyrgyzstan have access to equipment at 6% annual interest
Economy / Exclusive

Farmers in Kyrgyzstan have access to equipment at 6% annual interest

In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is actively working to improve the machinery and tractor fleet for farmers, providing them with the opportunity to upgrade their equipment. Since 2011, thanks to the initiatives of the ministry and the support of the cabinet of ministers, a number of leasing projects have been implemented. These programs are carried out through OJSC "Aiyl Bank" and "Eldik Bank," and currently include 7

22.01.2026, 18:07
Society

In the Ministry of Defense, the prevention of suicides among personnel of law enforcement agencies was discussed.

This event was organized with the aim of developing comprehensive strategies and coordinating actions aimed at reducing the incidence of suicides among military personnel. According to the press service of the Ministry of Defense, the meeting was chaired by Tariel Otonbaev, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces and First Deputy Minister of Defense. Representatives from various agencies participated in the round table, including the Border Service of the State National Security

22.01.2026, 18:06
New Wildlife Footage from the Khan-Teniri State Nature Park
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New Wildlife Footage from the Khan-Teniri State Nature Park

The State Nature Park "Khan-Tengri" is located in the eastern part of the Issyk-Kul region, on the border of the Kungey and Teskey Ala-Tuu ranges. The park is divided into four sections: Aydyr-Tor, Sary-Jaz, Enilchek, and Kayindy. The Ministry emphasizes that the protection of wildlife and rare species, such as the snow leopard and lynx, remains a key task. The use of camera traps is recognized as an effective method for monitoring and protecting the fauna.

22.01.2026, 18:05
The boarding school for blind and visually impaired children received 10 typewriters using the Braille system.
Politics

The boarding school for blind and visually impaired children received 10 typewriters using the Braille system.

Today, January 22, in Bishkek, 10 Perkins Brailler Classic machines were handed over to the Special Boarding School for blind and visually impaired children. This event was covered by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. More than 3 million soms were allocated from the reserve fund of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers for the purchase of 20 such machines. 10 units were delivered to Bishkek, while another 10 machines will be sent to the Special General Education Boarding School

22.01.2026, 18:00
In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt to bribe a police officer was thwarted
Incidents

In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt to bribe a police officer was thwarted

In the Bazar-Korgon district, an attempt to bribe a police officer was thwarted. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the information from the department, a citizen with the initials S. I. offered the investigator a monetary reward of 100,000 soms to avoid criminal liability in a case that was under review. Based on this incident, a criminal case was initiated under Article 345, concerning bribery, of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.

22.01.2026, 17:51
Incidents

In the Bazar-Korgon District, an attempt was made to bribe an employee of the internal affairs authorities.

In the Bazar-Korgon district, an attempt to bribe a law enforcement officer was thwarted, reports the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the information, police officers stopped an attempt to give a bribe. It has been established that a citizen with the initials S.I. tried to evade criminal liability in a case that is currently under review by offering a bribe to an investigator in order to prevent the initiation of a criminal case.

22.01.2026, 17:50
Society

Attorney General Asanaliev opened a new building for the Suzak District Prosecutor's Office. Photo

The Attorney General Maksat Asanaliev inaugurated a new administrative building of the prosecutor's office in the Suzak district, located in the Jalal-Abad region, on January 22. In his speech, he noted that the launch of this new facility would significantly improve the work of the prosecutor's office in the region, providing prompt and quality legal services for citizens, as well as creating all necessary conditions for employees.

22.01.2026, 17:46
Banks of Kyrgyzstan Increased Assets to 1 Trillion Soms
Economy / Exclusive

Banks of Kyrgyzstan Increased Assets to 1 Trillion Soms

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan reported stable growth in the banking sector across key indicators. As of November 30, 2025, there are 21 commercial banks and 306 of their branches operating in the country. Since the beginning of the current year, bank assets have increased by 44.9%, amounting to 1 trillion 181.8 billion soms.

22.01.2026, 17:43
Three new hydropower plants will be built in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Three new hydropower plants will be built in Kyrgyzstan

The project will be fully financed by a private investor without government participation As part of the creation of the Kazarman cascade of hydroelectric power stations in Kyrgyzstan, the construction of three new facilities will begin. On August 2, 2025, an investment agreement was signed between the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Open Joint Stock Company "Central Asian Investment Holding" for the implementation of this project.

22.01.2026, 17:35