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President: The list of property transferred to the state will be published after the audit
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President: The list of property transferred to the state will be published after the audit

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, commented on the statements made by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Elvira Surabaldiyeva, regarding the event held on March 8, as well as the pressure on business people and the return of property to the state. Photo of the Jogorku Kenesh. Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva. Archive photo During her address, Elvira Surabaldiyeva expressed gratitude to the president on behalf of the young activists of Bishkek for the opportunity to hold the event on March

11.03.2026, 12:27
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Surabaldiyeva to Zhapаров: The GKNB must provide a report on the seizure of property from citizens.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 11, Elvira Surabaldiyeva emphasized the need for the GKNB to provide a full report on the confiscation of property from citizens. The deputy noted that the agency had made numerous mistakes, including cases of property seizure from entrepreneurs, even from those who had been dismissed from public service. "I urge citizens to file complaints, but many are afraid to do so because relatives of former GKNB employees work in the prosecutor's

11.03.2026, 12:23
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Head of the KR: Authorities are not against rallies, but they should not contradict traditions

Today, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, President Sadyr Japarov stated that the authorities do not oppose holding rallies, provided they take place in permitted locations and do not violate national traditions. According to him, a designated area for such events in Bishkek is the Maxim Gorky Square. “We are not against rallies and actions. The Maxim Gorky Square is always available for organizing such events; it is only necessary to notify the Bishkek city hall. No other permits are

11.03.2026, 12:23
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The President of the Kyrgyz Republic aims to ensure that benefits are provided to all children under 16 years old.

Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, expressed his intention to introduce allowances for all children under 16 years old at a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. This initiative was announced in response to comments made by Deputy Dastan Bekeshev, who noted that the recent decision to provide allowances for children under three years old received a positive response from the public. He also pointed out the difficulties many families face in trying to pay the ORT contributions, which

11.03.2026, 12:16
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The President of Kyrgyzstan urged deputies to work with the government in harmony.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, drew the deputies' attention to the need for interaction with the government. He emphasized that their work does not always go smoothly. “Mistakes and shortcomings in draft laws occur. Your task is to correct them. You are the Jogorku Kenesh, and you have the authority to do so. For example, recently I saw Deputy Dastan Bekeshev speaking against one law and removing one clause from it. I inquired at the

11.03.2026, 12:14
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The President of the Kyrgyz Republic instructed the Cabinet to prioritize locally produced goods.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held today, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, emphasized the need to prioritize locally produced goods. This statement was a response to a question from Deputy Aigul Karabekova regarding the only enterprise in the country that produces syringes, whose share in government procurement remains low. Japarov reminded that several years ago, the state provided support to this production. "Four or five years ago, when Alimkadir Beishenaliev was the

11.03.2026, 12:10
The President of Kyrgyzstan spoke about women's rights protests and traditions
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The President of Kyrgyzstan spoke about women's rights protests and traditions

During his speech on March 11 in parliament, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, clarified the rules for organizing rallies in the republic. He noted that the authorities do not prohibit protest events; however, their conduct must be carried out in accordance with established procedures — in the Maxim Gorky Park, after notifying the city authorities in advance. Holding actions in Ala-Too Square or near court buildings remains prohibited.

11.03.2026, 12:09
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic recommends refraining from trips to the Middle East

Today, March 11, the director of the consular department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Seytek Jumakadyrov Uulu, stated at a press conference that citizens of the country should avoid traveling to the Middle East, including the UAE and Bahrain. This recommendation also applies to pilgrimage for Umrah and Hajj. He reminded that a temporary travel restriction to Saudi Arabia for performing Umrah had previously been introduced until the situation stabilizes.

11.03.2026, 12:03
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan discusses another evacuation flight from Middle Eastern countries for Kyrgyz citizens

On March 11, the director of the consular department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Seytek Jumakadyrov, reported that as a result of the conflict in the Middle East, the evacuation of 300 citizens of Kyrgyzstan from the United Arab Emirates was carried out, and a flight from Qatar with a transfer in Saudi Arabia was organized. Seytek Jumakadyrov noted that the number of those wishing to return may change over time, but not significantly. Currently, there is

11.03.2026, 11:41
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Sadyr Japarov: I can identify the officials who deceive me in 1-2 days

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, President Sadyr Japarov stated that he is able to identify officials who attempt to deceive him within 1-2 days. This statement was made in response to a question from Deputy Erulan Kokulov about whether he has encountered deception in his parliamentary career and if it is observed in his current activities.

11.03.2026, 11:41
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Sadyr Japarov: It's not the ministers or me who tarnish the image of deputies, but the deputies themselves

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, emphasized that the deterioration of the image of deputies is not related to the actions of ministers or his own, but rather to the behavior of the elected representatives themselves. Japarov's comment was a response to the statements made by MP Erulan Kokulov, who pointed out the decline in the authority of the parliament among citizens and urged the president, as the guarantor of the Constitution, to

11.03.2026, 11:22
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Sadyr Japarov named the incentive for deputies in the digitization of the Jogorku Kenesh

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on March 11, President Sadyr Japarov emphasized the need for the parliament to transition to digital document management. He reported that for 2024, the Jogorku Kenesh plans to purchase 18 tons of paper, in 2025 – 10 tons, and in 2026 – 9 tons. The head of state noted that over the past five years, 65 tons of paper have been used, and this is also an imported product that needs to be eliminated. Japarov also pointed out that money is spent on printing

11.03.2026, 11:20
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New Cabinet Members Took Oath in Parliament

A ceremony for the oath-taking of new members of the cabinet of ministers was held in parliament. Among those who took the oath were: Erlis Akunbekov, serving as Deputy Head of the Cabinet and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry; Damir Osmonov, Minister of Health; Kanat Sagynbaev, Minister of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration; Talantbek Soltobaev, Minister of Transport; Akyl Toktobaev, head of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical

11.03.2026, 11:02
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The President appointed a new Minister of Emergency Situations

According to information provided by the president's office, Kanatbek Chynybaev has been appointed as the Minister of Emergency Situations. This decision was formalized by a decree signed by Sadyr Japarov. Along with the appointment, Chynybaev was relieved of his previously assigned duties.

11.03.2026, 10:48