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"Everything Started in Parliament". Zhapаров Explained That He Warned Tashiev About the Decision to Dismiss

In an interview, Japarov noted that his election as president was the result of the trust of voters who supported him in 2021. He emphasized that according to the Constitution, the president must guarantee the unity of the state and the people. According to him, the interests of the people and the state must always be above personal connections and career. "The situation began to develop in the Jogorku Kenesh, where some groups of deputies started to divide their colleagues, posing the

13.02.2026, 10:08
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"Before that, I called a friend and informed him that I was removing him from his position" — Sadyr Japarov

[img]""[/img] The President commented on the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev In an interview with the National Information Agency Kabar, President Sadyr Japarov detailed his decision regarding the resignation of Kamchybek Tashiev, as well as the situation related to the "letter from 75 people." He noted that this step was necessary to ensure stability in the country.

13.02.2026, 09:41
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Japarov on Tashiev: Our friendship will endure

In an interview with the publication "Kabar," the president emphasized that before making the decision to dismiss Tashiev, he first contacted him and discussed the situation that had arisen. Japarov noted that his action was aimed at maintaining peace and unity in the country.

13.02.2026, 09:39
NATO Secretary General Supports Emmanuel Macron's Initiative for Dialogue with Russia
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NATO Secretary General Supports Emmanuel Macron's Initiative for Dialogue with Russia

NATO Secretary General expressed support for the initiative of Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, regarding dialogue with Russia. Photo Reuters. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte supported Emmanuel Macron's initiative for dialogue with Russia At a press conference, Mark Rutte noted: “I am ready to support any efforts that can help bring an end to this terrible war as soon as possible. Thanks to the actions of the U.S. President, the situation has moved out of a deadlock, and I

13.02.2026, 09:33
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Sadyr Japarov: Kamchybek Tashiev Was Warned About Resignation

In an interview with the Kabar agency, President Sadyr Japarov spoke about how, before making the decision to dismiss Kamchybek Tashiev from the position of head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), he contacted him and explained the situation that had developed. He emphasized that it was after this that he made the final decision to relieve his friend of his duties. The president pointed out that this swift decision, in his opinion, helped protect his friend.

13.02.2026, 09:32
The President announced possible new figures in the "letter 75"
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The President announced possible new figures in the "letter 75"

The President, in an interview with the Kabar agency, announced the start of an investigation into the so-called "letter of 75 people," in which a number of public figures express support for the idea of early elections. He emphasized that the number of signatories may be greater than previously reported.

13.02.2026, 09:32
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Sadyr Japarov: A Greater Number of People May Be Involved in the "Appeal of 75 People"

In an interview with "Kabar," President Sadyr Japarov expressed the opinion that the "appeal of 75 people" may involve a larger number of citizens. He commented on the possible combination of critical remarks from some deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh and this appeal as part of a single campaign. According to him, relevant investigative actions are currently underway.

13.02.2026, 08:59
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Sadyr Japarov: Our friendship with Kamchybek Tashiev will endure

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, stated in an interview with "Kabar": "Our friendship with Kamchybek Tashiev will remain." These words were spoken in response to a question about whether Tashiev's recent resignation signifies the end of their friendship, which is referred to in society as "two friends."

13.02.2026, 08:53
The Prime Minister of Tajikistan Arrived in Kyrgyzstan. Photo
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The Prime Minister of Tajikistan Arrived in Kyrgyzstan. Photo

The Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, has arrived in Kyrgyzstan on a working visit, as reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Kohir Rasulzoda at a meeting in Kyrgyzstan. Photo from the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.

13.02.2026, 08:50
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Sadyr Japarov discussed with the head of the ADB the Kambar-Ata-1 and the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway.

The discussion focused on major infrastructure projects in Kyrgyzstan During the meeting between the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and the President of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, Zou Jiayi, key projects were discussed, such as the construction of the Kambar-Ata-1 hydropower plant and the railway connection between China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan. This information was announced by the press service of the head of state. Japarov emphasized that industrialization is a

13.02.2026, 08:42
The Prime Minister of Tajikistan Arrives in Kyrgyzstan on a Working Visit
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The Prime Minister of Tajikistan Arrives in Kyrgyzstan on a Working Visit

Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers. The Prime Minister of Tajikistan has arrived in Bishkek Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers. The Prime Minister of Tajikistan has arrived in Bishkek The Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda, has arrived in Bishkek on a working visit, as reported by the press service of the Government of Kyrgyzstan. At Manas International Airport, he was greeted by Bakyt Torobayev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and is responsible

13.02.2026, 08:29
The GKNB will be reformed
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The GKNB will be reformed

Structural changes are expected in the national security agencies of Kyrgyzstan. According to sources in the law enforcement agencies, the State National Security Committee (GKNB) is set to be reformed with an emphasis on increasing the efficiency of key areas of work. It is noted that the renewal process will take place under the control of the new leadership of the service. An enhancement of activities in the fields of intelligence and counterintelligence is anticipated, as well as an

13.02.2026, 01:09
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In Kyrgyzstan, university programs will be revised and outdated subjects will be removed

Significant changes in the higher education system are planned in Kyrgyzstan. This was announced by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Edil Baisalov, at a meeting of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations. According to Baisalov, the creation of a new ministry was the first step towards a radical modernization of education and science. The agency has been tasked with making universities centers of attraction for talent and sources of modern knowledge that will

12.02.2026, 19:21
New Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Held First Working Meeting
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New Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Held First Working Meeting

Marlen Mamataliyev, the new Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, held his first working meeting with the heads of the parliament's apparatus and the heads of structural divisions. During the meeting, the speaker highlighted key tasks aimed at increasing the efficiency of the parliament's work. In particular, he emphasized the importance of digitalization and modernization of internal processes. As Marlen Mamataliyev noted, a significant amount of paper documents is still used in

12.02.2026, 19:04