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Ministry of Internal Affairs: Any provocations and violations during the holidays will be suppressed on the spot
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Ministry of Internal Affairs: Any provocations and violations during the holidays will be suppressed on the spot

Interior Minister Ulan Niyazbekov announced the enhancement of security measures in Kyrgyzstan during the upcoming holidays. This statement was made during an online meeting that also included the heads of territorial divisions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Photo by the Ministry of Internal Affairs During the meeting, the results of work for the first quarter of 2026 were summarized, and measures to ensure security in connection with the celebration of Orozo Aita and Nowruz were

19.03.2026, 10:02
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Kamchybek Tashiev has returned to Kyrgyzstan and is being interrogated - sources

Kamchybek Tashiev, who previously held the position of head of the State Committee for National Security, has returned to Kyrgyzstan and is currently giving testimony at the Main Investigation Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This information was provided by sources. According to available data, Tashiev had been abroad since February 17.

19.03.2026, 09:51
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Kamchybek Tashiev was brought in for questioning at the Main Investigative Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs.

Today, March 19, Tashiev, who returned to Kyrgyzstan after a trip abroad, was taken to the Main Investigative Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, as reported by sources from Kaktus.media. The time of the incident was recorded at 10 AM. At the moment, the former head of the State National Security Committee is in the building of the Main Investigative Department of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. For reference, Tashiev left the country on February 17 of this year.

19.03.2026, 09:44
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The speaker promises to ensure a fair distribution of foreign trips for MPs

At the meeting, the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Marlen Mamataliyev, stated his intention to ensure a fair distribution of trips abroad for deputies. According to him, in the past, speakers often took several acquaintances with them on trips. “Now this practice will no longer exist. The parliamentary friendship groups with various countries will independently nominate their candidates for trips. This will allow us to guarantee transparency and honesty in matters of foreign business trips,”

19.03.2026, 09:21
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A School for Young Professionals is Being Established at the Parliament

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bolot Saginayev announced the launch of a school for training young professionals. This initiative is aimed at forming a reserve of future managers. According to Saginayev, it is planned to select 120 students and young specialists aged 25 to 30. The training program will last 2.5 months and will be held annually. Participants from various regions of the country will have the opportunity to intern in the parliament, where each deputy will be assigned

19.03.2026, 09:17
Kokulov's Disputes Led to Restrictions for Deputies
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Kokulov's Disputes Led to Restrictions for Deputies

The tightening of censorship in the Jogorku Kenesh is related to the actions of Erlan Kokulov Recent speeches by deputy Erlan Kokulov at the podium of the Jogorku Kenesh have led to stricter control over the speeches of parliamentarians. The Speaker of the Parliament, Marlen Mamataliyev, announced that in the future only faction leaders would be allowed to speak, and only on "significant issues." Topics for discussion will now be pre-approved.

19.03.2026, 08:53
Ambassador of China: The Relations Between Kyrgyzstan and China Have Entered a "Golden Age"
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Ambassador of China: The Relations Between Kyrgyzstan and China Have Entered a "Golden Age"

In 2025, it became clear that the relations between Kyrgyzstan and China had reached a new level, which can be characterized as a "golden age." This was announced by the Chinese Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jianping, at a briefing dedicated to the outcomes of the sessions of the National People's Congress and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. Over the past year, there have been three meetings between the heads of the two states, highlighting the high

19.03.2026, 08:32
In the city of Osh, security forces have been put on heightened alert ahead of Nowruz and Orozo Aitom.
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In the city of Osh, security forces have been put on heightened alert ahead of Nowruz and Orozo Aitom.

In anticipation of the holidays of Orozo Aita and Nowruz, a parade and briefing for law enforcement officers took place in the main square of Osh. This event was attended by representatives of the city police department, patrol police, internal troops No. 703, the Southern Regional Security Administration, as well as Battalion No. 3 of the special police regiment and the branch of the Republican Training Center of the Ministry of Internal Affairs in Osh. During the event, the readiness of law

19.03.2026, 08:00
In Kyrgyzstan, Teacher Training is Being Reformed to Combat Bullying
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In Kyrgyzstan, Teacher Training is Being Reformed to Combat Bullying

Serious changes are being prepared in the education sector of Kyrgyzstan regarding teacher training. This has become necessary due to alarming research data showing that 32% of students face bullying. To address this issue, a draft resolution has been presented that significantly alters the approaches to training future educators in universities.

19.03.2026, 07:28
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Nephew of Kamchybek Tashiev Detained - Baigazy Matisakov

Four suspects have been detained in a corruption case involving OJSC "Kyrgyzneftegaz," as reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs. A criminal case was previously initiated based on materials collected by the State Tax Service under the Cabinet of Ministers, concerning the organization of illegal schemes for the sale of fuel and lubricants. During the investigation, individuals involved in the illegal activities were identified and detained. The list of detainees includes:

18.03.2026, 23:10
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Ruslan Suynaliyev Appointed Minister of Finance

The appointment of Ruslan Suynaliev as Minister of Finance became known from a statement by the presidential administration. The parliament had previously expressed support for his candidacy for this position.

18.03.2026, 23:02
Zhumgalbek Shabdanbekov: 99% of employees in the GKNB are conscientious and responsible
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Zhumgalbek Shabdanbekov: 99% of employees in the GKNB are conscientious and responsible

Unconscientious employees are subject to dismissal According to Zhumgalbek Shabdanbekov, the head of the GKNB, in an interview with "Akipress," the majority of the agency's employees perform their duties with full dedication and responsibility. “We are moving from a practice of intimidation to legal methods of operation and depoliticization of the service. The President has set the task of stopping unjustified inspections and pressure on businesses. In accordance with this

18.03.2026, 22:03
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The ЖК has relieved Kairat Mamatov of his position as a member of the Central Election Commission.

At the parliamentary meeting on March 18, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh decided to relieve Kairat Mamatov of his duties as a member of the Central Election Commission, which is responsible for elections and referendums. The deputy chair of the committee on constitutional legislation, state structure, local self-government, and regulations, Venera Salyamova, reported that Mamatov submitted his resignation of his own accord. It is worth noting that Kairat Mamatov has been appointed to a new

18.03.2026, 15:48
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The deputy raised the issue of building a fertilizer production plant

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Raimberdi Duyshenbiev initiated a discussion on the construction of a factory that will produce mineral fertilizers. He noted that with the onset of spring fieldwork, the country is experiencing a severe shortage of mineral fertilizers, which is causing concern among farmers, especially in the southern regions.

18.03.2026, 15:34
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Personnel changes occurred in the committees of the parliament

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Speaker Marlen Mamataliyev announced personnel changes in the parliament committees. In particular, several deputies submitted requests to be relieved of their positions. For example, Bakyt Tentishev decided to leave his post as chairman of the committee on agrarian policy, water resources, subsoil use, and ecology. Toktobubu Ashymbaeva is also stepping down from her position as chair of the committee responsible for social policy, education, science,

18.03.2026, 14:58
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In the residential complex, they are asking to open a branch of the institution "Kyrgyztest" in the south of the country.

At the parliamentary meeting, Ulanbek Zhaanbaev expressed a request for the establishment of a branch of the "Kyrgyztest" institution in the southern part of the country. According to the information from the deputy, he was approached by young people from Osh. “Young people express dissatisfaction that in order to take the exam on the knowledge of the state language, which is necessary for entering the reserve of personnel for state and municipal service, they have to travel to

18.03.2026, 14:48