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Why There Was a Water Shortage in Bishkek and Protests Took Place, Explained the Mayor of the City
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Why There Was a Water Shortage in Bishkek and Protests Took Place, Explained the Mayor of the City

Problems with providing the residents of Bishkek with drinking water occurred regularly, leading to protests. This was stated by the city's mayor, Aibek Junushaliev, during his visit to the water intake facility "Orto-Alysh." He noted that in 2022-2023 there was a shortage of clean water, especially in the spring-summer period, which prompted research; however, the problem could not be solved for the long term. Photo of the Bishkek Mayor's Office According to the mayor,

12.03.2026, 16:16
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Rallies will be held in special zones. In the Kyrgyz Republic, it was proposed to tighten the law.

On March 12, 2026, a draft law concerning amendments to the Law "On Peaceful Assemblies" was published on the website of the Jogorku Kenesh, which is now open for public discussion. The new draft law proposes changes to the existing provisions and grants local authorities the right to designate locations for peaceful events and their routes. According to the innovations, rallies and demonstrations must be held in specially designated areas, which will be determined by local

12.03.2026, 15:52
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"General's Houses" and the Rise of Crime. The Plenipotentiary reprimanded the Mayor of Manas

At a recent meeting attended by the presidential representative in the Jalal-Abad region, Tilek Tekebaev, issues related to the so-called "general's houses" and the increase in crime in Manas were discussed. The mayor of the city, Abdupati Matkalikov, spoke about the difficulties he faced after his appointment, including cases of illegal construction. According to him, he receives between 200 to 300 citizens daily who come to him with various complaints, particularly concerning

12.03.2026, 15:45
The Lenin District Court of Bishkek Held Its First Online Broadcast of a Court Hearing
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The Lenin District Court of Bishkek Held Its First Online Broadcast of a Court Hearing

On March 12, the first online broadcast of a court session took place at the Lenin District Court of Bishkek, during which one of the civil cases was considered under the guidance of Judge Meerim Zholdosheva. This information was provided by the press service of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan. The broadcast was conducted on the YouTube channel "Zhogorku Sot".

12.03.2026, 15:12
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Internet Fraud. In 2025, 826 million soms were stolen from citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic.

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, held on June 25, 2025, Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Nurbek Abdieff reported that as a result of internet fraud, citizens of the country lost 826 million soms. Of this amount, only 73 million 986 thousand soms were managed to be recovered. Abdieff noted that many victims of fraud learn about the loss of funds within 1-2 days, while the criminals manage to transfer the money to their accounts within just a few hours.

12.03.2026, 14:31
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The Parliament heard measures to combat fraud in the banking sector

At the parliamentary meeting, the deputies reviewed the draft resolution of the Jogorku Kenesh concerning the implementation of measures to combat fraud in the banking sector and the internet. This document is a response to the resolution adopted on June 25, 2025, under number 3297-VII. Deputy Mederbek Aliyev, the initiator of this project, spoke about its objectives and emphasized the importance of fulfilling the directives related to the work of law enforcement agencies. He noted that the

12.03.2026, 14:04
They Will Reach China. Japan Announced the Deployment of Long-Range Missiles
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They Will Reach China. Japan Announced the Deployment of Long-Range Missiles

The Japanese government has announced the start of the deployment of the first group of long-range missiles capable of reaching the territory of the People's Republic of China, as reported by ABC News. Photo Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency It is noted that the upgraded Type-12 surface-to-ship missile system, developed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, has increased its range from 200 to 1000 kilometers, elevating the Japanese armed forces to a new level of operational readiness.

12.03.2026, 13:20
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False Information. The Ministry of Internal Affairs is fighting against fake accounts

The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) is actively countering fake accounts that spread false information about the actions of government bodies and high-ranking officials. This was reported by Nurbek Abdiyev, Deputy Minister, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. The discussion focused on the implementation of the resolution dated June 25, 2025, No. 3297-VII, regarding measures to combat fraud in the banking sector and online space. During the meeting, Deputy Zhyldyz Egemberdieva asked

12.03.2026, 13:09
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In-Laws in the Conflict of Interest Law. The Deputy Asked the Official to Clarify This Provision

At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Toktobubu Ashymbaeva raised the question of what is meant by the term "in-laws" in the new draft law on conflicts of interest. It is important to note that the updated version of the law expands the definition of "affiliated person." It includes individuals and companies that may influence decision-making through financial ties, business shares, control, or familial relationships. In this list, in-laws are also mentioned.

12.03.2026, 12:56
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Deputy: KR and RK should abandon visa restrictions at the border

At today's meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Jumabek Salymbekov called on Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan to abandon visa restrictions at the border. He noted that the imposed restrictions have a negative impact on the lives of ordinary citizens of both countries. "Many residents of border areas run businesses and study at universities. Previously, residents of Korday sought medical assistance in Bishkek, as it was closer than Almaty. The new 90/180 system has created numerous

12.03.2026, 12:53
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Parliament approved the initiative to reduce the number of members of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic

Today, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, parliamentarians supported a bill concerning the reduction of the number of members of the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic. This decision was the result of discussions on amendments to the draft constitutional law "On the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums" in its first reading. The initiative was prepared by a group of deputies. Nurbek Sydygaliev, one of the deputies, explained that the proposed bill implies

12.03.2026, 12:35
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In the residential complex, they addressed the issue of dropper use among youth.

In the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, the issue of dropperism among youth is being actively discussed. Deputies are examining the implementation of the resolution dated June 25, 2025, No. 3297-VII, concerning measures to combat fraudulent activities in the banking sector and the internet. Deputy Altynbek Kylchayev noted that the Ministry of Internal Affairs is detaining a significant number of droppers who supplied bank cards to fraudsters.

12.03.2026, 12:32
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The housing complex approved an agreement with the Benelux countries on a visa-free regime for diplomats.

On March 12, the Jogorku Kenesh approved a bill concerning the ratification of an agreement on visa-free entry for diplomats between Kyrgyzstan and Benelux, which includes Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. This document was signed on June 18, 2025, in Brussels. Deputy Foreign Minister Almaz Imangaziev noted that ratification will allow holders of diplomatic and service passports to cross the borders of these countries without the need for a visa.

12.03.2026, 12:12
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Almaz Imangaziev: China Asks Kyrgyzstan to Be the First to Establish a Visa-Free Regime

Today, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Foreign Minister Almaz Imangaziev reported that the People's Republic of China (PRC) has requested that Kyrgyzstan become the first country to establish a visa-free regime for Chinese citizens. The response to this question was given during a discussion when Deputy Jumabek Salymbekov asked why countries such as Kazakhstan, Russia, and Uzbekistan already have visa-free access, while Kyrgyzstan has not yet reached such agreements.

12.03.2026, 11:45
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The deputy opposed the reduction of the time limits for considering citizens' appeals

Today, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulya Kozhokulova expressed her position against the initiative to shorten the deadlines for considering citizens' appeals. This statement was made in the context of discussing the draft law "On the Procedure for Considering Citizens' Appeals." According to the proposal of this draft law, it is planned to reduce the time within which government agencies must respond to citizens' appeals from 14 to 10 working days.

12.03.2026, 11:34
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Surabaldiyeva asked not to lie to the head of the State Antimonopoly Service about fuel prices.

During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva addressed Aibek Mamyraliev, head of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, asking him not to mislead regarding the stability of prices for fuel and lubricants. She emphasized that while the State Antimonopoly Service promised that prices for certain products, including meat, would remain within established norms, this does not correspond to reality in practice.

12.03.2026, 11:32
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The Parliament approved the bill "On Conflict of Interest"

During today's session of the Jogorku Kenesh, the deputies reviewed and approved a bill concerning amendments to the Law "On Conflict of Interest" in its second reading. The initiative comes from the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. The purpose of this document is to clarify key concepts, establish a single authorized body, improve the procedures for declaring and verifying information, as well as implement effective accountability measures. People's Deputy Ulan Primov

12.03.2026, 11:18
Range Deadline: What is Known About Israel's Nuclear Weapons
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Range Deadline: What is Known About Israel's Nuclear Weapons

Although Israel is not officially recognized as a nuclear power, analysts believe that the country possesses a significant number of nuclear warheads—possibly ranging from dozens to hundreds. The delivery systems for these warheads are capable of striking targets in various regions of the Middle East. In the context of escalating conflict with Iran, the capabilities of the Israeli armed forces are becoming critically important for stability in the area. An exclusive piece by a military expert

12.03.2026, 10:59
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In the Kyrgyz Republic, there have been no cases where civil servants themselves reported a conflict of interest.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Ruslan Kubataliev, the deputy director of the State Agency for State Service and Local Self-Government, reported that throughout the history of Kyrgyzstan, civil servants have never independently declared conflicts of interest. This statement was made in response to a question from Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva, who inquired whether there had been cases where civil servants voluntarily reported their conflicts of interest. Kubataliev emphasized that the absence

12.03.2026, 10:40