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Entrepreneur Reports on Crisis in the Textile Industry Due to Lack of Government Support and Closure of Thousands of Workshops

- Since September 2025, the sewing industry has faced serious difficulties, and since then the government has taken no steps to provide assistance. This was reported on January 16, 2026, by private entrepreneur Jasur Parpiyev, who spoke at a meeting of the "Ala-Too" deputy group. According to Parpiyev, at least 4,000 to 5,000 sewing workshops have closed recently, and there are concerns that this number will continue to grow. He also noted that when opening his own sewing production,

16.01.2026, 12:23
Europe strengthens military presence in Greenland amid Trump's threats
Politics

Europe strengthens military presence in Greenland amid Trump's threats

Amid increasing pressure from Washington, European NATO ally countries have initiated an emergency deployment of military units to Greenland. At the invitation of Copenhagen, countries such as France, Germany, Sweden, Norway, the Netherlands, and Canada are sending their forces and equipment to the island. Officially, the operation, dubbed "Operation Arctic Guardian," aims to protect critical infrastructure and conduct maritime surveillance. However, experts note that this is related

16.01.2026, 12:23
Incidents

In a fire at a Bishkek dormitory, a foreigner died and 38 people were evacuated.

A fire occurred in a three-story dormitory in the Sverdlovsk district of the capital of Kyrgyzstan. The fire was completely extinguished by 10:20. According to information from the Emergency Situations Ministry, one firefighting crew and a command post were involved in combating the fire. During the inspection of the scene, the body of a foreign national born in 2004 was found. As a result of the evacuation, 38 people were successfully led out of the building. The area affected by the fire was

16.01.2026, 12:22
In Bishkek, prices for meat products and other socially significant goods are being checked
Society

In Bishkek, prices for meat products and other socially significant goods are being checked

Photo by the press service of the Bishkek City Hall In Bishkek, there is ongoing monitoring of prices for essential food products, including beef and lamb. This was reported by the press service of the city administration. This monitoring is conducted in accordance with the directive from the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, dated August 7, 2025, concerning temporary state regulation of meat prices (including beef and lamb, excluding boneless meat). The administrations of the Sverdlovsk,

16.01.2026, 12:21
Economy

Fuel prices in Kyrgyzstan have decreased by 1-1.5 soms

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a decrease in prices for fuel and lubricants, amounting to between 1 and 1.5 soms. This was reported by Kanat Eshatov, a representative of the Association of Oil Traders. He noted that at the end of December, Russian oil refineries traditionally offer seasonal discounts on fuel.

16.01.2026, 12:21
In the "Karatala-Zhapyrik" Reserve, winter feeding of wild animals was conducted
Ecology / Exclusive

In the "Karatala-Zhapyrik" Reserve, winter feeding of wild animals was conducted

From January 13 to 14, events for the winter feeding of wild ungulates were organized in the territory of the state reserve "Karatel-Japyrik," specifically in the Karatash area. This information was made public by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. Specialists from the ministry placed feed in designated areas, which had been prepared during the summer-autumn period. This included hay, branch feed, and salt.

16.01.2026, 12:20
Society

Expected Shortage: Ministry Urges Farmers to Conserve Irrigation Water

In 2026, a shortage of irrigation water is expected, as reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the agency, climate change and reduced precipitation may create a shortage of water resources in various regions of the country. In this regard, the ministry strongly recommends that farmers take measures in advance for the efficient use of water resources.

16.01.2026, 12:19
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Industrial production in Kyrgyzstan increased by 10% in the 11 months of 2025, - Ministry of Economy

- During the specified period, there has been a significant growth in various sectors. In particular, pharmaceutical products increased by 1.9 times, and the production of medicines doubled. Animal vaccines also showed a growth of 37%. The production of rubber and plastic products, as well as other non-metallic mineral products, increased by 34.5%. The main contribution to this growth came from construction materials, where cement production increased by 34.1%, and products made of concrete,

16.01.2026, 12:19
Incidents

Black Smoke. The Hotel Owner in Bishkek Fined 28,000 Som

On January 14, messages appeared on Facebook about black smoke coming from a building at the intersection of Ogonbaeva and Almatinskaya streets in the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. Inspectors from the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service immediately headed to the scene of the incident. During the inspection, it was found that the source of the smoke was not

16.01.2026, 12:18
US fighter jet sent a distress signal over Japan and disappeared from radar
Incidents

US fighter jet sent a distress signal over Japan and disappeared from radar

The F-35A Lightning II, belonging to the U.S. Air Force, issued a distress signal and soon disappeared from radar over the Pacific Ocean while flying over Japan. In response to this situation, the U.S. and Japanese air forces activated their forces to investigate the incident involving the fifth-generation multirole fighter. The incident occurred when the aircraft transmitted a distress signal "7700," indicating serious malfunctions or emergency circumstances requiring immediate

16.01.2026, 12:15
Economy

Trump imposed a 25 percent customs duty on semiconductor imports

Donald Trump announced the introduction of a new customs duty of 25 percent on the import of semiconductors. This information is posted on the official White House website. According to the document, the duty will apply, among other things, to Nvidia H200 and AMD MI325 chips. However, there are exceptions: the duty will not be charged if the semiconductors are used for expanding the country's production capacities, scientific research, or in data centers.

16.01.2026, 12:13
Politics

The deputy proposes to punish persistent election ignorers and reward voters. Project

The deputy has once again brought up for discussion a bill that includes conducting lotteries for those voters who have cast their votes. The amendments pertain to the laws "On the Elections of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic and Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic," "On the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic," "On the Referendum of the Kyrgyz Republic," and are already available on the Jogorku Kenesh

16.01.2026, 12:11
Suspect in Murder Detained in the Village of Tash-Dobo
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Suspect in Murder Detained in the Village of Tash-Dobo

On January 15, 2026, at 14:43, the Alamedun District Police Department received a report about the discovery of the lifeless body of a man named Sh.A., born in 1973, in his home in the village of Tash-Dobo. Immediately after receiving the information, an investigative operational group was dispatched to the scene.

16.01.2026, 12:09
Politics

In Kyrgyzstan, they propose to allow the confiscation of property before a court verdict

A bill has been presented to the Jogorku Kenesh that proposes amendments to the Criminal, Criminal Procedure, and Civil Codes of Kyrgyzstan. The main idea of the document is to allow the confiscation of property based on a court decision before a final verdict is issued. The project proposes the addition of a new provision to the Criminal Code, allowing confiscation to be applied not only as a result of a verdict but also by court decision as a measure of criminal-legal impact in certain cases

16.01.2026, 12:08
Society

"Green" course of the country: a draft climate law has been brought up for discussion

As part of the public discussion, a draft law titled "On Climate Activities" was presented. This document aims to create a legal framework for the implementation of climate measures that will help reduce the impact of climate change on people, the economy, and ecosystems. It also focuses on enhancing resilience to climate change and transitioning to low-carbon development models. The draft law includes definitions of key concepts and tools of climate policy, such as adaptation,

16.01.2026, 12:06
The court denied journalist Bayan Zhumagulova the right to travel abroad for treatment.
Society

The court denied journalist Bayan Zhumagulova the right to travel abroad for treatment.

In Bishkek, the Sverdlovsk District Court rejected the application of well-known journalist Bayan Jumagulova for permission to travel to Germany for medical treatment. Bayan herself reported this in an interview with "Azattyk". “I have a II group disability and underwent a kidney transplant several years ago. I previously lived in Germany and received treatment there. I have another surgery scheduled for February 2026, so I approached the court with a request for permission to leave.

16.01.2026, 12:04
In the capital, prices for meat are being monitored and regular raids are being conducted.
Society

In the capital, prices for meat are being monitored and regular raids are being conducted.

: In Bishkek, the authorities are actively monitoring prices for socially important food products, primarily beef and lamb. This information was announced by representatives of the city municipality. The price monitoring is carried out in accordance with the order of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, which was issued on August 7, 2025, under number 140, concerning temporary state regulation of prices for meat (beef and lamb, excluding boneless meat).

16.01.2026, 12:03
Incidents

A man engaged in illegal hunting was detained in Leilek.

Employees of the criminal investigation department of the Leilek District Department of Internal Affairs conducted an operation, as a result of which a 42-year-old resident of the village of Katran was detained. The man was engaged in illegal hunting in the mountainous area located to the east of the village of Özgörüş. This information was provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Batken region.

16.01.2026, 12:02
Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on January 16
Economy

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on January 16

Information was gathered from various commercial bank websites. If you need clarifications regarding the provided data, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. This information is current as of its publication date. The exchange rates refer to cash transactions and may vary throughout the day. The official rates of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as the exchange rates in Bishkek exchange offices, are available here.

16.01.2026, 12:01
Society

In Bishkek, the 83rd anniversary of the breakthrough of the Leningrad blockade will be celebrated

Various events are planned in Bishkek to commemorate the 83rd anniversary of the breakthrough of the Leningrad blockade, as reported by the Russian House. According to the provided information, today there will be a rally and a solemn laying of flowers at the monument "To the Courage of Leningraders — the Nobility of Kyrgyzstani People" in Victory Park. As part of this event, documents containing information about the fate of their relatives will be handed over to the families of 12

16.01.2026, 12:00
Society

In the Issyk-Kul Region, the number of pheasants is increasing

The Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision reports positive results from wildlife protection activities in the Issyk-Kul region. According to the agency's data, there has been an increase in the population of various species of animals and birds in recent years, particularly the pheasant population, which had previously seen a significant decline, is beginning to recover.

16.01.2026, 11:59