Two Deputy Ministers of Science Dismissed from Their Positions
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Two Deputy Ministers of Science Dismissed from Their Positions

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic has now lost two of its deputy ministers — Aibek Chotonov and Nurlan Omurov. This information was announced by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. Aibek Chotonov and Nurlan Omurov. The dismissal order was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, and both officials left their positions voluntarily.

05.02.2026, 16:43
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The Cabinet wants to tighten control over ethyl alcohol and alcoholic products

The Cabinet of Ministers has presented for discussion a draft of a new resolution, which proposes changes to existing regulations concerning the production and circulation of ethyl alcohol, as well as alcoholic and alcohol-containing products. This initiative has been developed as part of the implementation of the provisions of the Law "On the State Monopoly on the Production, Import, Storage, and Sale of Ethyl Alcohol and State Regulation of Alcohol Production." The draft document

05.02.2026, 16:39
Discussed the priorities of Kyrgyzstan within the framework of the Decade of Action for Mountain Development
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Discussed the priorities of Kyrgyzstan within the framework of the Decade of Action for Mountain Development

The Special Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic for Mountain Development, Dinara Kemelova, held a series of meetings with representatives of the UN and the Mountain Partnership Secretariat. Among the interlocutors were the UN Resident Coordinator Antje Grawe and the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Kyrgyzstan, Kim Kwang-dae. This information was announced at the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. During these meetings, Kemelova presented the main

05.02.2026, 16:36
Deputy Zhanibek Abirov Could Not Identify Basic Road Signs
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Deputy Zhanibek Abirov Could Not Identify Basic Road Signs

Zhanibek Abirov, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, found himself at the center of discussions after an unsuccessful interview with a journalist from the UTRK channel, where he failed to correctly interpret the meaning of road signs. His responses quickly spread across social media, causing a wide resonance among users.

05.02.2026, 16:31
Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Ethiopia presented credentials to the Chairperson of the African Union Commission
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Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Ethiopia presented credentials to the Chairperson of the African Union Commission

On February 4, in Addis Ababa, the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Ethiopia, Adylbek Tultemirov, officially presented his credentials to Mahmoud Ali Yusuf, who holds the position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission. This information was received from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The ceremony took place at the headquarters of the African Union and was marked by a spirit of goodwill and respect.

05.02.2026, 16:19
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Daniyar Amangeldiev: Farmers Should Insure Their Lands and Crops

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev stated that the government cannot provide compensation to farmers. This statement was made in response to questions from deputies regarding the support provided to farmers who lost their crops due to a lack of irrigation water or landslides.

05.02.2026, 16:06
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Will the Ministry of Construction's experience in self-sufficiency be applied in other agencies? Cabinet's response

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the issue of the possibility of applying the self-sufficiency practice used by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services to other state institutions was discussed. Deputy Kuvanychbek Kongantiev raised this question, inquiring about how successfully this model is being implemented in the Ministry of Construction. In response, Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev noted that self-sufficiency is yielding positive

05.02.2026, 15:34
Political scientist Oleg Posternak explained why the Kremlin's "historical" rhetoric is alarming Central Asia
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Political scientist Oleg Posternak explained why the Kremlin's "historical" rhetoric is alarming Central Asia

Statements by Russian propagandists have attracted significant attention in the region At the beginning of 2026, two well-known Russian media figures made statements that caused serious concern in Kyrgyz society. First and foremost, Vladimir Solovyov, referring to the actions of the United States in Venezuela, called to ignore international law and focus on other "points of influence" for Russia.

05.02.2026, 15:34
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Two Deputy Ministers of Science of Kyrgyzstan Dismissed from Their Positions

The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan announced the dismissal of two deputy ministers of science, higher education, and innovations. According to the information, the order to terminate their powers was signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. They had held these positions since July 3, 2025.

05.02.2026, 15:29
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New Osh Market. A commission will be established by the mayor's office to work with traders.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Kuanychbek Kongantiev raised the question of who is responsible for the implementation of the new Osh market project. He reported that, according to information from the head of the administration, 916 traders will be relocated and will receive their new spots. According to the akim of the Lenin district, there are currently 8,500 trading spots at the Osh bazaar.

05.02.2026, 15:14
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Deputy: Residents of Lushchikhina Street complain about the harmful smell from the Coca-Cola factory

In the Lenin district of Bishkek, residents of Lushchikhina Street expressed their dissatisfaction with the Coca-Cola plant, which, according to them, emits an unpleasant odor in the mornings. This was reported by Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. She emphasized that the plant was built with violations, and sanitary standards were not properly observed during its construction.

05.02.2026, 14:59
Officials trust the Coca-Cola brand more than the complaints of Bishkek residents
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Officials trust the Coca-Cola brand more than the complaints of Bishkek residents

Residents of the Lenin district living on Lushchikhina Street have turned to deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva with complaints about a constant unpleasant odor coming from the factory. Despite their appeals, the Cabinet of Ministers is convinced that "Coca-Cola" cannot be the source of the stench. The deputy voiced these issues in the Jogorku Kenesh, emphasizing that the factory was built in violation of regulations, including non-compliance with sanitary standards, and its fence is too

05.02.2026, 14:46
Sergio Gor: Thank you, President Zaparov
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Sergio Gor: Thank you, President Zaparov

Trump's special envoy noted the successful organization of the "B5+1" forum A business forum uniting the USA and Central Asia called "B5+1" is taking place in Bishkek. Among the participants are representatives from political and business circles from various countries, including Sergio Gor, the special envoy of US President Donald Trump.

05.02.2026, 14:31
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The deputy considers the prices of the Housing Investment Company for housing to be inflated.

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Nurlanbek Azygaliev raised the issue of the cost of housing construction financed by the State Mortgage Company (GIK). In response to his question, the Deputy Head of the State Mortgage Company, Nurlan Kudaykulov, reported that the cost price per square meter of housing in Bishkek is 59,140 soms, while in the regions it is 64,800 soms.

05.02.2026, 13:48
State Institution "Kyzmat" has transitioned to self-financing
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State Institution "Kyzmat" has transitioned to self-financing

The presidential decree has been signed The state institution "Kyzmat" will now operate on a self-financing basis. This decision is the result of a decree signed by President Sadyr Japarov, aimed at optimizing the work of subordinate organizations under the management of the President's Office.

05.02.2026, 13:00
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In Parliament, they are interested in how the authorities are addressing the traffic congestion problem in Bishkek

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Boloтbek Borbiev raised the issue of smog observed in large cities, linking it to the increase in the number of cars and constant traffic jams. He asked what steps the government plans to take to combat this problem. Ramiz Aliyev, Deputy Mayor of the capital, reported that large-scale work is planned within the framework of the general plan to repair 120 kilometers of roads, six bridges, and three interchanges. In addition, emphasis will be placed on

05.02.2026, 12:53
Cabinet: No plans for re-legalization of cars
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Cabinet: No plans for re-legalization of cars

The government commented on the requests from parliamentarians At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the First Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev stated that there are no plans for the re-legalization of cars with foreign license plates.

05.02.2026, 12:46
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Deputy: Residents on Lushchikhina Street complain about the harmful smell from the Coca-Cola factory

In the Lenin district of Bishkek, local residents of Lushchikhina Street expressed their dissatisfaction regarding the unpleasant odor that, according to them, comes from the Coca-Cola plant. Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva raised this issue at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. She emphasized that the plant was built with violations, and sanitary standards were not properly adhered to during its construction.

05.02.2026, 12:25
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Nipah Virus. Health Minister Urges Not to Escalate the Situation in the Country

During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Medina Kairylbekova asked about the measures being taken by the government to control the spread of the Nipah virus. Health Minister Kanibek Dosmambetov assured that the situation is under control. He noted: “Kyrgyzstan is strengthening sanitary and quarantine measures and preventive actions. Special attention is being paid to passengers arriving from India, where cases of infection have been recorded. The President of the country has allocated

05.02.2026, 12:17
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In the residential complex, the Ministry of Health is criticized for the unutilized funds of the epidemiological fund.

At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Zhyldyz Sadyrbaeva raised the issue of unused funds allocated for combating epidemiological threats. She pointed out that more than 18 million soms had been planned in the republican budget for 2025 for these activities and inquired about how these funds had been distributed. Deputy Minister of Health Ryspek Sydygaliev responded that currently only 50% of the allocated funds from the epidemiological fund had been utilized.

05.02.2026, 11:53
The award for the peace agreement in Abu Dhabi was presented to the leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia.
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The award for the peace agreement in Abu Dhabi was presented to the leaders of Azerbaijan and Armenia.

html In Abu Dhabi, an award ceremony took place where Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev were honored with the "Zayed Prize for Human Brotherhood." The Sheikh Zayed Foundation from the United Arab Emirates announced the laureates of the award for 2026. According to the official website of the foundation, the award was given for the signing of the Agreement on Peace and the establishment of interstate relations between Azerbaijan and

05.02.2026, 11:42