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Draft law proposing to legalize the allocation of 10 hectares of land in the state residence "Ala-Archa" for a school, kindergarten, and medical center has passed the second reading in the Parliament.

On March 12, the Jogorku Kenesh approved in the second reading a draft law concerning amendments to the law "On Guarantees of the President's Activities and the Status of the Ex-President." According to the new draft law, it is proposed to lift the existing ban on allocating land plots on the territory of the presidential residence "Ala-Archa" in cases where this is necessary for the implementation of social programs.

17.03.2026, 03:48
The Housing Committee approved the ratification of the agreement for the construction of the KRSU campus in the first reading.
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The Housing Committee approved the ratification of the agreement for the construction of the KRSU campus in the first reading.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of science, education, innovative progress, and information technology, as well as culture, sports, and youth policy, held a discussion and gave a positive conclusion on the draft law regarding the ratification of the agreement on the construction of the campus of the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University named after B.N. Yeltsin. This document was signed on November 26, 2025, in Bishkek, and its consideration took place in the first

16.03.2026, 11:33
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In the Jalal-Abad Region, 9 Schools Are Being Optimized

This year, nine educational institutions in the Jalal-Abad region have been transferred for optimization. This was reported by Shaiyrbek Ergeshov, head of the methodological department of education in the region. He also noted that the work on optimizing schools continues in anticipation of the next academic year.

13.03.2026, 17:54
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Teachers of schools in the city of Orlovka were awarded for preparing winners of the republican olympiad

In Orlovka, an award ceremony took place where teachers from general education schools No. 1 and No. 2 received letters of appreciation and monetary bonuses from the city administration. These awards were presented in recognition of their role in preparing students for the republican school Olympiad. According to the city administration, 11 teachers from school No. 1 and 2 teachers from school No. 2 participated in the preparation of the prize winners.

13.03.2026, 11:56
Vocational Education Institutions of Kyrgyzstan to Strengthen "Green" Learning Format
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Vocational Education Institutions of Kyrgyzstan to Strengthen "Green" Learning Format

In Kyrgyzstan, as was revealed at the recent meeting at the Republican Scientific and Methodological Center (RNMC), professional colleges will focus on teaching "green" skills and principles of environmental responsibility. At the meeting, representatives from the Ministry of Education and experts from the Asian Development Bank discussed how to integrate environmental aspects into educational programs. Maksat Abdigaparov, an ADB expert, noted that incorporating "green"

12.03.2026, 12:29
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"No Division into Ranks: Teachers in the Ak-Talinsky District Explained Salary Increases Starting in April"

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, school leaders received explanations regarding the salary increases for teachers starting in April, reports Turmush correspondent. Some teachers of humanitarian subjects had previously expressed dissatisfaction, pointing out that their salaries are lower than those of colleagues teaching natural science subjects (STEM). They raised the issue of differences in coefficients, which, in their opinion, created a "division into ranks" between

11.03.2026, 17:44
The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic has handed over the "Climate Box" to strengthen climate education
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The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic has handed over the "Climate Box" to strengthen climate education

The official transfer of educational materials 'Climate Box' took place between UNDP and the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to information from the organization, the kit includes textbooks in Kyrgyz and Russian, game sets, as well as adapted versions of materials — in Easy-to-Read format and in Braille. In addition, guides for teachers on organizing extracurricular activities and project-based learning in the field of climate change were provided.

11.03.2026, 15:02
In Bishkek, the development of a national model of preschool education was discussed
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In Bishkek, the development of a national model of preschool education was discussed

At a recent meeting at the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, the development of a national model of preschool education was discussed. This information was provided by the ministry's press service. Representatives from various organizations participated in the event, including the Ministry, the Education Department of Bishkek, and preschool education institutions.

11.03.2026, 09:44
The Ministry of Internal Affairs Academy announced enrollment for applicants for the year 2026
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs Academy announced enrollment for applicants for the year 2026

The Academy of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of enrollment for applicants for 2026 for full-time studies in the specialty "Law Enforcement Activities." This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The educational institution prepares qualified specialists with higher legal education in accordance with established state educational standards.

10.03.2026, 16:29
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Teachers in the Ak-Talinsky District are dissatisfied with the unequal salary increases

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, teachers of certain subjects are dissatisfied that the principle of fairness is not taken into account with the increase in salaries. Some teachers report an emerging inequality that has led to competition within the staff and effectively divided educators into "two classes." In particular, the salary increase has affected teachers of exact sciences, such as mathematics and physics, while instructors of humanities subjects, including

10.03.2026, 09:10
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In the village of Zherge-Tal, the "Teacher of the Year" was chosen

In the Naryn region, in the village of Jerge-Tal, located in the Ail district of Ala-Buga in the Ak-Talinsky district, the annual competition "Teacher of the Year - 2026" took place. This competition, which has already become a tradition, gathered the best and most active educators from the Itikula Moldobaev School.

10.03.2026, 03:09
Higher education institutions of Kyrgyzstan showed great interest in AIF grants
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Higher education institutions of Kyrgyzstan showed great interest in AIF grants

At a recent press conference at the "Kabar" agency, the director of the ORP KIVO, Rasul Abazbek uulu, reported significant interest from universities in the grants of the Academic Innovation Fund (AIF). In the first round of the competition, which took place in the summer of 2025, 38 universities, both public and private, participated. The selection procedure was conducted in two stages: out of 196 submitted concepts, 59 best applications from 20 universities were chosen for final

09.03.2026, 13:23
Announcement of a competition for innovative grants for higher education institutions
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Announcement of a competition for innovative grants for higher education institutions

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations has announced the second stage of grants from the Academic Innovation Fund (AIF) as part of the KIVO project. This was announced at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Deputy Minister Durus Kozoev. Kozoev noted that the main goal of this project is to improve the quality of scientific research and adapt educational programs to the demands of the labor market. As part of this initiative, it is planned to create a center

09.03.2026, 12:04
At the "Kyzyl-Kiya" checkpoint, the import of 80 thousand seedlings from Uzbekistan was intercepted
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At the "Kyzyl-Kiya" checkpoint, the import of 80 thousand seedlings from Uzbekistan was intercepted

In Kyrgyzstan, at the checkpoint "Kyzyl-Kiya" in the Batken region, a significant shipment of planting material was prevented from entering the country. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry, on March 3, 2026, inspectors from the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection and Quarantine discovered a batch of 80,520 seedlings arriving from the Republic of Uzbekistan.

06.03.2026, 19:33
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The Ak-Suy District Library Fund has been replenished with new books

The Ak-Suy District Library has received new books thanks to the initiative of the district state administration. This was reported by Zhiparkul Keldibaeva, the head of the library. As part of this initiative, 146,000 soms were allocated for the purchase of literature, resulting in the library being replenished with 280 new copies. "Starting today, our readers can familiarize themselves with the new arrivals. The majority of them are fiction chosen based on the preferences of our visitors.

05.03.2026, 22:41
The Ministry of Education and JICA Discussed Strategic Partnership in the Field of Education
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The Ministry of Education and JICA Discussed Strategic Partnership in the Field of Education

In the Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic, a meeting was held with representatives of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Education Lira Samykbaeva and Senior Education Advisor of JICA Murato Toshio. The parties discussed new opportunities for cooperation in the field of education. In particular, representatives of the Ministry of Education proposed to enhance the development of inclusive education in schools, both through

05.03.2026, 13:06
Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva met with the heads of educational institutions in the Batken region
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Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva met with the heads of educational institutions in the Batken region

The Ministry of Education is conducting a two-day working trip in the Batken region. The group, led by Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, also includes the Deputy Minister for Digital Development and heads of various structural divisions of the ministry. On March 3, delegation members familiarized themselves with the work of Vocational Lyceum No. 48 in Razakovo and held an open meeting with the institution's staff in a question-and-answer format.

04.03.2026, 12:46