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The guide "Bala Yrysy" will not be received by children whose mothers are in migration.
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The guide "Bala Yrysy" will not be received by children whose mothers are in migration.

The "Bala Irysy" allowance amounts to 1200 soms and will be provided to citizens of Kyrgyzstan, as well as to children of individuals with the status of a refugee. This information was announced by the chief specialist of the state benefits department of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, Adel Zhomartova, on the program "Elden Sobol" on the "Kabar" agency.

17.03.2026, 13:17
Kyrgyzstanis will have to choose between "Bala Irysy" and other benefits
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Kyrgyzstanis will have to choose between "Bala Irysy" and other benefits

On the air of the "Kabar" agency, the chief specialist of the Ministry of Labor, Adel Zhomartova, reported that recipients of state support will not be able to simultaneously use the new benefit "Bala Irysy" and existing payments. Citizens who are currently receiving assistance through the "Üy-bülögö kömök" program or receiving benefits for residents of high-altitude areas will have to choose one type of support.

17.03.2026, 13:16
A list of deputies from the State Duma who may resign has appeared on social media.
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A list of deputies from the State Duma who may resign has appeared on social media.

What is happening with the institution of elections and parliament: purification or degradation? An image has surfaced online presenting a list of deputies, allegedly subject to dismissal from the parliament of Kyrgyzstan. The main reason cited for this is their connections with the former head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev.

17.03.2026, 12:43
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The Cabinet has changed the rules for fees for licenses for subsoil users

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has updated a number of regulations concerning non-tax revenues received from subsoil users. In accordance with the new decree, the tasks of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision, as well as its structural divisions, have been clarified.

17.03.2026, 12:43
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Donors Allocate Funds to Support the Preschool Education System in the Kyrgyz Republic

In the country's parliament, there is a bill regarding the ratification of the agreement on financing the "Education for the Future" project. This agreement, signed on October 14, 2025, in Washington, includes a loan of 4 million 360 thousand dollars and a grant of 2 million dollars from the International Development Association. The total funding for the project amounts to 6.36 million dollars, of which 4.36 million dollars is a loan and 2 million dollars is grant assistance.

17.03.2026, 12:05
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia proposes to further tighten legislation for foreigners

According to information published in "Kommersant," the Russian government is preparing a draft law aimed at tightening migration policy. The Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia proposes to introduce mandatory deportation of foreign citizens for 20 different offenses, including participation in unauthorized rallies, coercion to strike, as well as petty hooliganism and violations of order when interacting with the police. The agency explains the necessity of such measures by the

17.03.2026, 11:26
Attack on Iran. NATO wants to additionally deploy the Patriot system in Turkey
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Attack on Iran. NATO wants to additionally deploy the Patriot system in Turkey

In light of threats from Iran, NATO is considering the possibility of deploying additional Patriot missile defense systems on Turkish territory. This was reported by Bloomberg, citing its sources. Photo by the media. NATO plans to deploy additional Patriot systems in Turkey According to available information, the AN/TPY-2 radar, located in Kuricik in eastern Turkey, which is one of the key early warning systems, could become a target for one of the missiles launched from Iranian territory.

17.03.2026, 10:57
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The Ombudsman is to be given control over citizens' rights during a state of emergency.

A draft constitutional law concerning amendments to the Law "On Martial Law" has been submitted for discussion in Kyrgyzstan. As part of this initiative, it is proposed to supplement Article 15 with new provisions that will grant the akyikatchi (ombudsman) the authority to exercise parliamentary oversight over the observance of human rights and freedoms in conditions of martial law.

17.03.2026, 10:10
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The Housing Committee approved the bill to reduce the number of state awards.

During today's meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation, state structure, local self-government, and the regulation of the Housing Code, the draft law "On State Awards, Honorary Titles, and State Prizes" was discussed and received support in the third reading. The main goal of this draft law is to reduce the number of state awards. As noted, this document aims to streamline the existing award system, modernize it, and enhance the prestige of state awards.

17.03.2026, 09:58
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Until the end of the year without inspections: the government again proposes a new moratorium for businesses

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has presented for public discussion a draft of a new resolution regarding the introduction of a temporary moratorium on inspections of entrepreneurs, in accordance with the president's decree. According to the proposal, the moratorium on business inspections will be in effect until December 31, 2026. This restriction affects inspections conducted by law enforcement and other authorized state bodies.

17.03.2026, 09:41
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New Territories. The Mayor of Bishkek May Get a Sixth Deputy

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Agricultural Policy, plans were revealed by the mayor of Bishkek to introduce a new deputy position. This will be the sixth deputy in the mayor's team. Vice Mayor Ramiz Aliyev announced that the new deputy will be Aibek Junushaliev, who will be responsible for infrastructure development in the recently annexed residential areas as part of the administrative-territorial reform.

17.03.2026, 08:07
The Head of the Tax Service Met with Entrepreneurs of the Batken Region
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The Head of the Tax Service Met with Entrepreneurs of the Batken Region

Almambet Shykmamatov, the chairman of the State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, recently held a meeting with representatives of the business community in the Batken region. This information was announced by the press service of the agency. The event was also attended by Mamyrzhan Rakhimov, the authorized representative of the president in the Batken region, and a number of local businessmen. During the meeting, entrepreneurs were introduced to a new automated analytical system called "Salyk

17.03.2026, 03:03
The President instructed the Election Commission to provide an apartment for the journalist's family.
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The President instructed the Election Commission to provide an apartment for the journalist's family.

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, instructed the State Mortgage Company to provide housing for the family of the recently deceased journalist Jamaldin Parman kulov. This decision came as a result of a request from journalist Semetey Talas uulu on social media, after which the widow of the deceased was invited to the State Mortgage Company, where she was informed about the provision of an apartment in a new building, which is scheduled for completion in April.

17.03.2026, 01:02
Members of the Jogorku Kenesh were shown the combat training of soldiers
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Members of the Jogorku Kenesh were shown the combat training of soldiers

During an off-site meeting, members of the parliamentary committee on international affairs, defense, security, and migration visited military unit 52806, belonging to the Ministry of Defense. This information was provided by the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh. The deputies had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the conditions of service for military personnel, as well as with the organization of combat training and the logistical support that ensures the country's

17.03.2026, 00:45
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The State Duma will discuss draft laws on improving migration policy

At the plenary session held on March 18, the State Duma will begin discussing two bills aimed at further improving migration policy, as announced by the Chairman of the State Duma, Vyacheslav Volodin. His words were conveyed by the parliament's press service. The proposed changes concern the Law "On the Legal Status of Foreign Citizens in the Russian Federation," as well as amendments to the country's Tax Code.

17.03.2026, 00:44
Zhapаров congratulated Tokayev on the referendum for the new Constitution of Kazakhstan
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Zhapаров congratulated Tokayev on the referendum for the new Constitution of Kazakhstan

Photo by the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic On March 16, a telephone dialogue took place between the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov and his Kazakh counterpart Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, as reported by the press service of the head of Kyrgyzstan. During the conversation, Japarov congratulated Tokayev on the successful completion of the referendum concerning the new Constitution of Kazakhstan. Sadyr Japarov noted that the voting results were a testament to the active

16.03.2026, 18:44
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Attack on Iran. Sadyr Japarov expressed sincere solidarity with the people of the UAE

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, held a telephone conversation on March 16 with Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, his counterpart from the United Arab Emirates. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the conversation, Kulubaev emphasized the importance of ensuring stability and security in the region. He conveyed sincere solidarity on behalf of President Sadyr Japarov to the people of the UAE.

16.03.2026, 18:43