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The U.S. intends to change the regime in Cuba by the end of the year
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The U.S. intends to change the regime in Cuba by the end of the year

According to sources, the Trump administration lacks a clear plan for overthrowing the Cuban communist regime, which has been in power for nearly 70 years. Nevertheless, they view the recent capture of Maduro and the subsequent concessions from his allies as a model for Cuba. Senior American officials emphasize that this could serve as a signal to the Cuban authorities. During meetings with Cuban emigrants and civil activists in Miami and Washington, administration representatives focused on

22.01.2026, 16:44
Exclusive / Analytics

"Several Multilateral Banks Could Participate in the Financing of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway, - Analysis"

- According to analysts, several multilateral banks could participate in financing the railway project connecting China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan. Relevant information was presented in the report by the EDB (2026). The authors of the report emphasize that many countries face restrictions on attracting funds from a single source, which is necessary to maintain financial sustainability and the stability of public debt.

22.01.2026, 16:43
Education

In Chaldovar, they are requesting the construction of a gym and a boiler room for School No. 2, as well as a new building for School No. 3.

On January 21, during a parliamentary session, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Cholpon Esenamanova spoke about the needs of schools in the village of Chaldovar, located in the Panfilov district on the border of the country. She noted that School No. 2 was built in 1963 and currently has about 700 students studying in its two buildings. However, a gym was not included in the construction of this educational institution, and the deputy appealed for assistance in its construction.

22.01.2026, 16:39
A seminar was held in the Kara-Kulja district as part of the educational caravan "AgroZoovet–2026"
Society / Exclusive

A seminar was held in the Kara-Kulja district as part of the educational caravan "AgroZoovet–2026"

Today, a seminar was held in the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region as part of the educational caravan "AgroZooVet–2026". This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information from the ministry, materials related to the development of animal husbandry and veterinary medicine, improvement of the feed base, as well as opportunities for state support and financing were presented at the seminar.

22.01.2026, 16:38
Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan joined the "Council of Peace"
Politics

Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan joined the "Council of Peace"

Photo from the internet. President of the USA Donald Trump Recently, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan officially became part of an international structure known as the "Council of Peace." The signing of the charter of this organization took place on January 22 in Davos, where President of the USA Donald Trump announced his intention to take the position of chairman of the council. Trump noted that after the formation of the council is completed, he will be able to make a wide range of

22.01.2026, 16:36
Society

Five Schools Will Be Built in Bishkek with Funding from the Saudi Fund

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 22, plans were announced for the construction of five schools in Bishkek using a loan from the Saudi Development Fund. Deputies discussed and approved in the first reading the draft law on the ratification of the loan agreement, which was concluded between the government and the Saudi Fund.

22.01.2026, 16:34
A New Prosecutor's Office Building Opened in the Suzak District
Society / Exclusive

A New Prosecutor's Office Building Opened in the Suzak District

The Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Asanaliev, officially opened a new prosecutor's office building in the Suzak district, located in the Jalal-Abad region, on January 22 of this year. This was reported by the press service of the prosecutor's office. In his address, Asanaliev emphasized that the new administrative building will significantly improve the work of the prosecutor's office in the region, providing higher quality legal services to citizens and

22.01.2026, 16:31
In the Issyk-Kul Region, two residents rescued after being stranded in the mountains in a car
Incidents

In the Issyk-Kul Region, two residents rescued after being stranded in the mountains in a car

Two people who found themselves in a difficult situation in the mountains of the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region were successfully rescued. This information was provided by representatives of the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan. According to preliminary data, the incident occurred when their car broke down on the Koy-Bel road, near the village of Korgondu-Bulak. Freezing, they decided to call for help by dialing the emergency service number 112. Photo

22.01.2026, 16:24
Economy

Turkey has increased investments in the economy of Kyrgyzstan

According to the latest data, from January to September 2025, the volume of Turkish investments in the economy of Kyrgyzstan increased by 95.5% compared to the same period in 2024. This information was obtained from an analysis of reports by the National Statistical Committee. In nine months, direct foreign investments from Turkey to Kyrgyzstan amounted to $139.5 million.

22.01.2026, 16:22
Footballer Kimi Merk switched from FC "Dordoi" to "Alga"
Sports / Exclusive

Footballer Kimi Merk switched from FC "Dordoi" to "Alga"

Kimi Merk, representing the national team of Kyrgyzstan, has officially become a player of FC "Alga". This became known thanks to information provided by the Kyrgyz Football Union. In the previous season, Merk played for FC "Dordoi", where he proved himself to be a talented footballer. As noted by the KFU, "the move to a new club is an important step in the player's career and opens up new opportunities for him". "We are proud to have such a player and

22.01.2026, 16:22
In Kyrgyzstan, the inspection of businesses for the use of cashless payments has been suspended
Economy / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, the inspection of businesses for the use of cashless payments has been suspended

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about the suspension of raid control and inspections regarding compliance with tax legislation requirements related to the use of payment equipment. This concerns tools such as POS terminals, electronic wallets, and QR codes used by small and medium-sized businesses. The relevant statement was made by the press service of the agency. This decision also covers the requirements for the use of a special bank account for conducting business

22.01.2026, 16:20
Education

In Bishkek, they instructed to expedite the repair of the kindergarten on Kommunarov Street

The capital authorities checked the progress of the renovation of the kindergarten at 93 Kommunarova Street. This was reported by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office on January 22. As a result of the inspection, the Capital Construction Department was instructed to avoid unnecessary extensions of contracts with contractors and to take measures to expedite the completion of the renovation so that the facility could be put into operation as soon as possible.

22.01.2026, 16:10
Education

The JDS program quota is proposed to be expanded to 50 places, and the "Young Leaders" program to 10.

A meeting took place at the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government between Elchibek Jantayev and the Ambassador of Japan to Kyrgyzstan, Hirano Ryuichi. During the meeting, cooperation in the field of human resource development was discussed, as well as the results of the JDS scholarship program, which is implemented in partnership with JICA and JICE.

22.01.2026, 16:08
Kyrgyzstan will receive $50 million from Saudi Arabia for new schools
Society

Kyrgyzstan will receive $50 million from Saudi Arabia for new schools

The first phase of the project has been completed: 30 educational institutions have been built across the country Kyrgyzstan will receive funding of 187.5 million Saudi riyals, equivalent to approximately 50 million dollars, from Saudi Arabia for the construction of new educational institutions. This funding is secured in a draft law concerning the ratification of the loan agreement, which will be considered by the Jogorku Kenesh.

22.01.2026, 16:07
The village government is once again purchasing goods for schools and kindergartens: centralized procurement has failed.
Economy

The village government is once again purchasing goods for schools and kindergartens: centralized procurement has failed.

The deputy addressed the Ministry of Finance with a request to resolve supply issues for educational institutions At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Temirlan Aitiev raised an important issue regarding the difficulties associated with the procurement of equipment, furniture, and other necessary items for schools and kindergartens after these powers were transferred to the Ministry of Finance.

22.01.2026, 16:06
Ecology

In Bishkek, plans are underway to increase the capacity of wastewater treatment facilities.

The project for the reconstruction of wastewater treatment facilities in Bishkek, costing 56 million US dollars, is in the active implementation stage. The press service of the city mayor's office reported this on January 22. Currently, a significant amount of work has been completed: two tanks have been put into operation, and an automated control system has been successfully implemented.

22.01.2026, 16:05
Two Citizens Stranded in the Mountains Due to Car Breakdown Rescued
Society / Exclusive

Two Citizens Stranded in the Mountains Due to Car Breakdown Rescued

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Ton district, an incident occurred when two people found themselves in a difficult situation due to a car breakdown on the mountainous section of Kol-Bel, near the village of Korgondu-Bulak. Unable to leave the dangerous area on their own, they called for help by dialing the emergency number 112. Rescue operations were organized with the participation of four specialists from the district department No. 38 of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, who promptly

22.01.2026, 16:03
The guy was turned into a homeless person, deprived of his apartment in the center. A police officer is involved in the case.
Incidents

The guy was turned into a homeless person, deprived of his apartment in the center. A police officer is involved in the case.

Elena Chasova, a resident of Bishkek, contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media to share how she recognized her classmate who had become homeless. According to her, the young man lost not only his apartment in the center of Bishkek but also his health. Elena decided to help him by arranging for him to stay in a shelter and also initiated a criminal case against the police officer who became one of the figures in the case. She noted that Rysbek, who often visited her son, began to raise

22.01.2026, 15:57
Economy

The authorities announced the size of Kyrgyzstan's national debt

As of November 30, 2025, the amount of Kyrgyzstan's national debt reached $8 billion 850.12 million. This data was provided by the Ministry of Finance. The largest portion of the domestic debt, amounting to $3 billion 527.41 million (99%), is accounted for by loans from long-term securities. The external debt significantly includes loans from the Export-Import Bank of China, which totals $1 billion 499.61 million (28.4%).

22.01.2026, 15:57