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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
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The Parliament Simplified the Recruitment Process for People with Disabilities in Public Service

In the third reading, the bill concerning amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On State Civil Service and Municipal Service" was adopted by the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. The initiator of this document was Deputy Dastan Bekeshev. The proposed changes will allow citizens of Kyrgyzstan with disabilities to have the opportunity to be employed in state and municipal positions without undergoing competitive selection, provided they meet certain qualification requirements and

12.03.2026, 10:27
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Deputy Against Special Status of the Ombudsman in the Law "On Conflict of Interests"

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Gulya Kozhokulova expressed her dissatisfaction with the special status of the ombudsman within the framework of the Law "On Conflict of Interest." The deputy emphasized that Article 28 mentions the necessity for leadership of state bodies, local self-government, as well as institutions and organizations to take measures if a subordinate employee raises a conflict of interest issue. She expressed doubt as to why the ombudsman should have special

12.03.2026, 10:25
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34 villages may lose their highland status. The Cabinet proposed a transitional period.

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a discussion on a new draft resolution concerning the population living in villages that were previously recognized as high-altitude. Within the framework of this document, it is proposed to establish a temporary provision that ensures the preservation of state payments for those whose settlements are excluded from the list of high-altitude areas.

12.03.2026, 10:18
Africa prepares for the "trial of the century" against Britain for slavery
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Africa prepares for the "trial of the century" against Britain for slavery

According to The Telegraph, the African Union member states have begun active preparations for an unprecedented legal battle against former colonial powers. The main goal of this ambitious initiative is to achieve official compensation for centuries of slavery and colonial rule, using recent international legal precedents.

12.03.2026, 10:04
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In the residential complex, a bill has been introduced: statistics will be allowed to use business data.

A draft amendment to the law "On Official Statistics" of the Kyrgyz Republic has been registered in the Jogorku Kenesh. The purpose of this document is to modernize the state statistical system and expand the sources of data for its formation. The initiative was developed as part of the implementation of the presidential decree dated March 10, 2025, which concerns increasing efficiency and reducing bureaucracy in the public service system.

12.03.2026, 09:34
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Iran's national team withdrew from the 2026 World Cup

According to TV2, Ahmad Donyamali stated that in light of the recent tragedy and current events in the country, Iran cannot participate in the 2026 World Cup. He noted that after the death of the country's leader, the necessary conditions for participating in the tournament are absent. "The situation in the country has worsened, and after our government committed a crime against our leader, we were left with no opportunity to participate in the World Cup. Over the past eight or nine

11.03.2026, 18:12
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The Competition Law Passed the First Reading. What the Housing Committee Deputies Argued About

The first reading of the new bill "On Competition" took place in the Jogorku Kenesh. This update aims to revise the norms established in 2011, which, according to the antimonopoly service, have become outdated and do not reflect the modern realities associated with digitalization and the emergence of new business models. One of the key changes proposed in the new version of the law is the abandonment of the state register of dominant companies. Instead, the status of monopolists will

11.03.2026, 17:06
The Federal Antimonopoly Service Discussed the Issue of Beverage Supplies to Restaurants from One Company
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The Federal Antimonopoly Service Discussed the Issue of Beverage Supplies to Restaurants from One Company

The General Director of CJSC "Coca-Cola Bishkek Bottlers," Galip Goksel, met with the head of antimonopoly regulation, Aibek Mamyraliev, to discuss issues previously raised in the Jogorku Kenesh regarding the procurement of beverages by local cafes and restaurants. During the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Finance, Budget, and Entrepreneurship, the draft Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Competition" was reviewed, during which the issue of special supply

11.03.2026, 16:47
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The deputy proposes to reduce the speed of electric scooters to 15-20 kilometers per hour

Deputy Dastanbek Jumabekov proposed at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh to set a speed limit for electric scooters at 15-20 kilometers per hour. Currently, the Ministry of Internal Affairs reports that the maximum allowed speed for these vehicles is 25 kilometers per hour. In Jumabekov's opinion, this speed is too high. As an example, he pointed to the practice in South Korea, where the limit is 15 kilometers per hour. Children especially suffer from such incidents, often sustaining serious

11.03.2026, 16:28
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In Kyrgyzstan, they want to simplify sanitary and epidemiological control. The project has been put up for discussion.

A draft of a new cabinet of ministers' resolution has been submitted for public discussion, which introduces changes to the procedure for state sanitary and epidemiological supervision. The proposed amendments concern the cabinet's resolution dated January 31, 2025, No. 46, which approves the procedure for conducting sanitary and epidemiological control, as well as the examination and inspection of facilities.

11.03.2026, 15:57
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Parliament approved the bill to reduce the number of state awards

Today, at a parliamentary meeting, a bill concerning the reduction of state awards was approved. This decision became part of the discussion on the draft law "On State Awards, Honorary Titles, and State Prizes" in its second reading. It should be noted that the main goal of the bill is to streamline the award system, update it, and enhance the status of state awards.

11.03.2026, 15:51
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In Kyrgyzstan, mopeds will become a mode of transport: registration and category A1 driver's license required

In Kyrgyzstan, it has been proposed to equate mopeds with mechanical vehicles, which implies their mandatory registration. To operate a moped or scooter, a driver's license of category A1 will be required, as well as registration of the vehicle itself. This bill was adopted by the Jogorku Kenesh in its second reading. The bill, titled "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic Regarding Road Safety," includes a number of significant measures; however,

11.03.2026, 15:49
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Attack on Iran. Tehran has outlined three demands for the start of negotiations with the USA

Tehran has voiced a number of demands for the start of dialogue with the U.S. administration, as reported by the Lebanese television channel Al Al Mayadeen. The Iranian authorities expressed their readiness for negotiations on the condition of guarantees against future attacks, financial compensation, and agreement on a complete nuclear fuel cycle to be carried out at Iranian facilities.

11.03.2026, 14:27
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Zhapаров to the deputies about the construction of houses by Tumanbaev: If you are ready to build, come forward

During the session of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 11, the president reported that the authorized capital of the State Mortgage Company (GIK) amounted to $2 billion. According to him, this year it is expected that around 20,000 families will receive keys to new apartments. The main construction sites are located in the Osh, Jalal-Abad, Batken, and Chui regions, with a smaller portion in Talas, Naryn, Cholpon-Ata, Balykchy, and Karakol. Japarov noted that deputies express dissatisfaction

11.03.2026, 13:41
What Sadyr Japarov Said in the Jogorku Kenesh. Briefly
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What Sadyr Japarov Said in the Jogorku Kenesh. Briefly

Photo of the President's Administration of the Kyrgyz Republic. Sadyr Japarov in the Jogorku Kenesh, March 11, 2026 Today, March 11, 2026, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, delivered a speech in the Jogorku Kenesh, responding to questions from deputies. The editorial team of 24.kg briefly summarizes the main points of his speech.

11.03.2026, 13:40
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In Kyrgyzstan, courses for those entering marriage and young parents will be launched

In Kyrgyzstan, a new regulatory framework has been adopted for conducting courses aimed at educating young parents. The signing of this decision took place with the participation of Adylbek Kasymaliev, as reported by the press service of the government. The purpose of this document is to implement the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Youth" and to promote the strengthening of the family institution, as well as to foster a responsible approach to parenting and increase the level of

11.03.2026, 13:15
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Zhapаров: "There are no more 'curators' in the courts who influenced decision-making."

At a meeting of the Supreme Council, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, stated that there are no longer any "curators" in the judicial system who influence court decisions. These words were spoken in response to questions from Deputy Guli Kozhokulova, who emphasized the need for reforming the judicial system. She added that in recent years, the judicial authorities had made unfounded decisions under the pressure of certain curators from the State Committee for National

11.03.2026, 13:03
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Zhapаров on the status of deputies: You are embarrassing yourselves. How will the people respect you?

During the discussion at the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Erlan Kokulov noted that the reputation of deputies among citizens has significantly deteriorated, and one of the reasons for this is the conversations with ministers. He emphasized that deputies should not approach ministers for personal interests, but only to address the problems of the population. "Sometimes we have to wait a long time at the door with security before we are received," Kokulov added.

11.03.2026, 13:02