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Members of the Parliament supported Kyrgyzstan's accession to the WTO Legal Center

The Budget, Economic and Fiscal Policy Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the draft protocol on Kyrgyzstan's accession to the agreement establishing the Advisory Center on World Trade Organization law. Sultan Akmatov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, noted that membership in this organization will allow the country to receive qualified legal support in case of trade disputes on the international stage. The Advisory Center, established in 2001, includes 97 countries and

09.03.2026, 16:29
Chairman of the Manas City Council Nurtilek Bolotov Resigned
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Chairman of the Manas City Council Nurtilek Bolotov Resigned

Nurtilek Bolotov, holding the position of chairman of the Manas City Council, has decided to resign. According to sources, he submitted a statement of his resignation voluntarily. The official reasons for his departure have not been disclosed. It is still unknown who will temporarily take over the duties of the chairman of the city council.

09.03.2026, 16:23
Wang Yi Described China-Russia Relations as an Unshakeable Pillar of a Multipolar World
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Wang Yi Described China-Russia Relations as an Unshakeable Pillar of a Multipolar World

At a press conference in Beijing on March 8, held as part of the session of the National People's Congress, Wang Yi, China's Foreign Minister and member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, confirmed that in 2026, the country's diplomacy will continue to deepen its strategic partnership with Russia against the backdrop of global instability. He emphasized the importance of relations with Moscow, which this year celebrates its 30th anniversary, highlighting their

09.03.2026, 16:18
China calls for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East
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China calls for an immediate ceasefire in the Middle East

At a press conference on March 8, held during the session of the National People's Congress of China, Wang Yi, a member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee and China's Foreign Minister, stated that the current situation with the military strikes by the United States and Israel against Iran raises serious concerns.

09.03.2026, 16:03
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The Housing Committee supported the reduction of the composition of the Accounts Chamber

On March 9, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development made a decision to amend the constitutional law on the Audit Chamber, voting for the amendments in the second and third readings. According to Almazbek Akmatov, the head of the committee, it is planned to reduce the number of auditors from nine to three. He noted that this change will not affect the efficiency of the Audit Chamber's work, as the main role in conducting audits

09.03.2026, 15:03
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In the KR, websites with "elements of a pornographic nature" will be blocked. Document signed.

In Kyrgyzstan, a new procedure has been adopted regarding the suspension and restriction of websites that contain pornographic materials. This decision, signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, was announced by the government press service. The document has been developed to implement the Law "On the prohibition of access to websites containing content with elements of a pornographic nature in the internet space of the Kyrgyz Republic." The aim of this law is to ensure information security and

09.03.2026, 14:57
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The committee approved the agreement for the construction of two overpasses and a road in the city of Osh.

At a meeting of the Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, a decision was made to construct two overpasses and 3.2 kilometers of road in Osh. The total cost of the project will amount to $19.2 million. To implement this initiative, it is planned to attract funding from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) in the amount of $14.5 million in the form of a loan and $1.2 million in the form of a grant. The remaining $3.9

09.03.2026, 14:19
Four candidates passed the test for the position of Constitutional Court judge
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Four candidates passed the test for the position of Constitutional Court judge

The results of the computer testing of candidates for the positions of judges of the Constitutional and Supreme Courts of Kyrgyzstan were summarized by the Council for Justice Affairs. This was reported in an official statement from the agency. The testing took place on March 6, 2026, as part of the previously announced competition. Nine people applied for one vacancy of a Constitutional Court judge; however, after a preliminary document review, only six of them were allowed to take the test.

09.03.2026, 13:40
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The Committee on Housing and Utilities Approved the Reduction of Auditors of the Accounts Chamber in Two Readings

At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on budget, economic, and fiscal policy, amendments to the Constitutional Law "On the Audit Chamber" were approved in two readings — the second and the third. According to the amendments, the number of auditors will be reduced from nine to three, which is part of the President's decree on reforming and simplifying public administration.

09.03.2026, 13:35
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The Powers of the Committees of the Jogorku Kenesh Decided to be Redistributed Again

The Parliament has presented a draft of a new resolution "On the Approval of the Issues of Committee Management of the Jogorku Kenesh," which is the result of changes in the structure of the VIII convocation. This document includes an updated list of the areas of work for all committees. In the background note to the draft, it is emphasized that the development of this document is aimed at optimizing the functioning of the committees, as well as at a clearer distribution of their

09.03.2026, 13:01
War with Iran Threatens Iraq's Participation in World Cup Playoffs
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War with Iran Threatens Iraq's Participation in World Cup Playoffs

The Iraqi national football team is facing serious difficulties ahead of a crucial match for qualification to the 2026 World Cup. Due to the escalation of the military conflict with Iran, the Iraqi Football Federation has appealed to FIFA for assistance in resolving organizational and logistical issues.

09.03.2026, 13:00
The Chinese Ambassador called the current relations between China and Kyrgyzstan a "golden age of partnership between the countries."
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The Chinese Ambassador called the current relations between China and Kyrgyzstan a "golden age of partnership between the countries."

Today, March 9, a meeting took place between the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic, Marlen Mamataliev, and the Chinese Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan, Liu Jiangping. The main focus was on the current state of Kyrgyz-Chinese cooperation. The press service of the Jogorku Kenesh reports on the importance of discussing the activation of inter-parliamentary relations. Mamataliev emphasized that the development of relations between neighboring peoples is one of the key directions of

09.03.2026, 12:53
Personnel reshuffles continue in Minvodselsovprom
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Personnel reshuffles continue in Minvodselsovprom

Recent personnel changes have affected the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and the Processing Industry. According to Article 18 of the Constitutional Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic," the First Deputy Minister Janibek Kerimaliev was relieved of his duties. Additionally, Deputy Minister Bekten Bekbolotov left his position based on his own statement. The order for this was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers

09.03.2026, 12:42
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The deputy called for accurate data on planted seedlings to be provided.

At a meeting of the committee on agricultural policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision Aibek Altynbekov expressed the opinion on the necessity of providing accurate data on the planted saplings. He noted that according to information from the Ministry of Natural Resources, within the framework of the national program "Zhasyl Muras," it was planned to plant

09.03.2026, 12:17
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The Smog Problem. A Deputy Proposes Building Modern Smokeless CHP Plants

At a meeting of the committee on agrarian policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection of the Jogorku Kenesh, Mahabat Mavlyanova proposed a solution to the smog problem, which continues to be one of the most significant issues in the country. The deputy expressed the need for the construction of modern smokeless thermal power plants (TPPs) to improve air quality. According to Mavlyanova, simply using smokeless stoves does not yield results at the national level.

09.03.2026, 12:14
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Kyrgyzstan - A Global Leader in the Growth of Women's Representation in Parliament

According to the UN News Service, women still hold just over 25% of seats in parliaments around the world. This fact indicates that, despite some positive changes, progress remains slow. A new report from the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) states that as of January 1, 2026, women occupied 27.5% of parliamentary seats, slightly higher than 27.2% the previous year. The report is based on data from 49 countries where elections were held for 62 parliamentary chambers in 2025.

09.03.2026, 12:09
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The Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic reviewed the appeal of the publication Kloop regarding charges of extremism.

On March 9, the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic reviewed the appeal filed by Kloop media regarding the decision of the October District Court, which had previously recognized the materials of the website as extremist. According to information provided by Kloop's lawyer Nurbek Toktakunov, the Supreme Court judges quickly decided not to consider the appeal.

09.03.2026, 12:07
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Deputy: Illegal baths and recreation houses built in the "Dashman" nature reserve

At a meeting of the committee on agrarian policy, ecology, and environmental protection of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision Aibek Altynbekov reported on the illegal construction of baths and recreation houses within the "Dashman" reserve. He noted that residents of nearby settlements annually appeal to the authorities with a request to change the status of this territory. “Local residents do not engage in agriculture; their

09.03.2026, 11:57
Kyrgyzstan and France Discussed the Development of Inter-Parliamentary Relations
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Kyrgyzstan and France Discussed the Development of Inter-Parliamentary Relations

Recently, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan, Marlen Mamataliyev, held a meeting with Nicolas Faye, the extraordinary and plenipotentiary ambassador of France to Kyrgyzstan. During this dialogue, ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation and develop inter-parliamentary relations were discussed, as reported by the parliament's press service. As part of the meeting, the parties examined aspects of political-economic and cultural-humanitarian interaction between the two countries.

09.03.2026, 11:55
Is it a snow leopard or not? The deputy questioned the logo of the Nomad Games
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Is it a snow leopard or not? The deputy questioned the logo of the Nomad Games

At a meeting of the parliamentary committee on science, education, innovative development, and information technologies, culture, sports, and youth affairs, deputy Bolot Saginaev raised the issue of the logo for the World Nomad Games, asking the question: “Is this a snow leopard or not?” He presented images and noted that the snow leopard is a predatory and powerful animal. However, according to Saginaev, he could not discern the corresponding features in the logo. Photo — screenshot of the

09.03.2026, 11:53