The Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeenbek Kulubaev announced at a press conference in Bishkek on January 15 that a state visit by the Chairman of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, to Kyrgyzstan will take place in 2026. He also noted that based on the results of 2025, cooperation between the countries can be rated at 11 out of 10.
The police reported that a criminal prosecution has been initiated in this case. During the investigation, employees of the Main Directorate for Combating Organized Crime of the Ministry of Internal Affairs detained a citizen identified as S.M., born in 1970, in the village of Ak-Kiya in the Uzgen district of the Osh region. He had been wanted since 2024, has a criminal record, and is a member of an organized crime group. A preventive measure in the form of arrest has already been chosen
Today, December 25, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers adopted Resolution No. 833, which states that scientific research should receive greater attention to ensure the sustainable development of the country. According to this document, ministries, state bodies, the offices of the presidential representatives in the regions, as well as bodies with special status (except for the National Bank and the Social Fund under the Cabinet of Ministers, with their consent) are instructed to:
According to Kulubaev, the Kyrgyz side considers it unwise to pay attention to provocative statements that appear in the media and have no relation to real intergovernmental issues. The minister noted that the Russian Federation is a strategic partner and ally of Kyrgyzstan. Cooperation between the countries is carried out both on a bilateral basis and within the framework of international and regional organizations, including the Collective Security Treaty Organization, the Shanghai
According to Kulubaev, in 2024, five apartments were purchased in New York and an equivalent number in Washington for the staff of the diplomatic mission in the USA. The minister also noted that future plans include the purchase of a building for the embassy in South Korea, as well as discussions regarding a deal with Austria, which is expected to be completed in March or April. The anticipated cost of the Austrian property is between 6 and 7 million dollars, and it is located in a prestigious
In the Kara-Kulja district, as a result of a preventive raid called "Arsenal," two traumatic pistols were seized, as reported by the press service of the Interior Ministry of the Osh region. This raid was organized with the aim of enhancing public safety, identifying illegally stored weapons, and preventing incidents related to firearms and domestic violence.
In response to a question about the number of casualties, Western media reported figures ranging from 2,500 to 12,000 people. However, Araqchi claims that the actual losses are "in the hundreds." He explained that most of the violence was provoked by terrorists who infiltrated the protests and opened fire on police and civilians in order to increase the number of casualties and draw the U.S. into the conflict. “President Trump stated that he would intervene if there are casualties.
Disagreements between civil activist Aktilek Orozbekov, known as the "language patrol," and the confectionery chain "Kulikovsky" have escalated to a new level, attracting the attention of the Jogorku Kenesh. This conflict, which has been ongoing for nine months, began with the activist's demand for services in the Kyrgyz language at one of the chain's establishments. In response, the company contacted law enforcement, leading to Orozbekov's detention and
The head of the president's office, Kanybek Tumanbaev, announced that a certificate of form 083 will not be required for replacing indefinite driver's licenses with new ones. According to Tumanbaev, the certificate 083 is only necessary for those who have recently completed driving school and are obtaining a driver's license for the first time. Changes are also expected in the "Tunduk" application, where the field for the certificate will disappear when exchanging
The Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, during a working visit to Austria, held a series of meetings with the heads of cultural institutions in the country. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, among the key meetings were negotiations with the rector of the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, Ulrike Sych, and the deputy director of the World Museum of Austria, Christian Schicklgruber.
Greenland, the largest island in the world, is facing serious environmental challenges that affect billions of people. The extensive ice sheets of the island, covering about 2 million square kilometers, are rapidly melting, causing significant changes in the planet's climate stability. The causes of this phenomenon lie in carbon dioxide emissions from the burning of fossil fuels. The Arctic is experiencing the greatest warming, at least twice as fast as other regions of the Earth.
During an investigation conducted by elDiario.es and Univision Noticias, two women who previously worked for Julio Iglesias made a series of serious allegations against him regarding sexual harassment and violence. Both women shared their experiences in interviews published in these outlets about events that took place in 2021, reports Forbes.ru. Laura and Rebecca (names changed) detailed their negative experiences while working at Iglesias' residences. They shared that they were
- The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jeenbek Kulubaev, made a statement for the press regarding the inclusion of Kyrgyz enterprises in the sanctions lists. He noted that Kyrgyzstan was ready to provide the necessary documents and even conduct an independent audit; however, according to him, "for now, this does not seem appropriate, and sanctions are being imposed unilaterally." Kulubaev emphasized that such a practice is erroneous, considering that Kyrgyzstan occupies a central position
The sales launch of Royal Central Park took place on January 13, 2026, and the developer RCA Living announced the section The Essence , which is the first major mega project in the all-in-one format in Bishkek. This project not only represents new housing but also sets new benchmarks for urban living, where housing, infrastructure, nature, and technology exist in harmony.
At today's parliamentary meeting, member of the Jogorku Kenesh Burun Amanova raised the issue of the growing number of incidents involving electric scooters colliding with pedestrians on sidewalks. She noted that in some countries, the use of scooters is either completely banned or regulated by strict rules. Burun Amanova requested information on plans to introduce stricter regulations in Kyrgyzstan.
In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, an unusual stone weighing over 180 tons was found. It is located approximately three kilometers from the village of Chon-Kyzyl-Suu. This discovery was made between 2013 and 2014 and immediately attracted the attention of both specialists and local residents. However, to avoid the risk of theft, the stone was buried. Later geological studies established that it is not jade but a type of jadeite, which nonetheless retains its value from both
Marat Nuraliev, who held the position of Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Qatar, has been removed from office due to violations of the ethical standards established for public servants. This was reported by Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, during a press conference in Bishkek, in response to questions from media representatives. The Minister noted that, despite Nuraliev showing good results in his work, he failed to adhere to ethical standards.
Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, calls on the relevant state authorities to pay attention to the conditions of detention and the protection of the rights of detainees in the Temporary Detention Center for Foreign Citizens and Stateless Persons, located at the former military base "Gansi" in the Chui region. The Ombudsman emphasizes the necessity of adhering to the norms of the Constitutional Law "On the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic" and calls for
Yulia Tymoshenko, the former Prime Minister of Ukraine and leader of the "Batkivshchyna" faction, has become the subject of a corruption investigation. According to Ukrainian media, she has been served with a notice of suspicion regarding bribery of members of the Verkhovna Rada, which could have influenced their voting. According to a representative of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, Olga Postolyuk, the investigation has sufficient evidence to bring charges.
Stephen Whitcoff, the special representative of the President of the United States, announced the start of the second phase of Donald Trump's plan regarding the resolution of the situation in Gaza. Photo from the archive. Gaza Strip “Today we announce on behalf of President Trump the beginning of the second phase of the plan, which includes 20 points aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza. We are moving from a ceasefire to demilitarization, the establishment of technocratic governance, and
At a press conference on January 15, Kyrgyzstan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeenbek Kulubaev commented on the U.S. decision to tighten immigration policy. He noted that this is an internal matter for the American side and that Kyrgyzstan is also implementing its own immigration policy. In 2025, 2,088 foreign citizens were deported from Kyrgyzstan, while 9,000 foreign citizens received legal status. According to Kulubaev, deportation only affects those foreigners who have been in the U.S.
At the international Pro Swim Series tournament taking place in Austin, Denis Petrashov from Kyrgyzstan won a silver medal in swimming. The competition began on January 14, and the athlete participated in the 100-meter breaststroke, where he recorded the second-best time in the preliminaries, allowing him to advance to the finals. The final took place this morning, and Denis finished with a time of 59.55 seconds, securing second place on the podium. The first place was taken by American swimmer
According to the decree of the Chairman of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 6 dated January 14, Zamirbek Alymbekovich Kenenbaev has been appointed to the position of Deputy Director of the State Agency for Management of State Property under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. This information has been confirmed by the agency and published on the platform Kaktus.media. This personnel change occurred after Eldana Talaybekovna Satarova was relieved of her duties as Deputy
The Government of Kyrgyzstan has approved a new resolution regarding the temporary ban on the export of recyclable paper and cardboard, including waste paper and waste. This ban extends the previously existing restriction that was introduced at the end of June 2025. In accordance with Articles 29 and 47 of the Treaty on the Eurasian Economic Union dated May 29, 2014, as well as Articles 13 and 17 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic,"