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Authorities propose to introduce a moratorium on business inspections until the end of 2026

A draft presidential decree has been submitted for public discussion, which proposes a temporary moratorium on business inspections. The aim of this document is to reduce administrative pressure on entrepreneurs and promote the stabilization of economic activity. The draft states that entrepreneurs continue to express dissatisfaction due to frequent and duplicative inspections conducted by various regulatory bodies, including law enforcement agencies, the tax service, and local administrations.

27.01.2026, 17:07

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In the Housing Committee, questions arose regarding the education of the candidate from the Kurultai to the Council for Justice Affairs.

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, held on January 27, issues concerning the compliance of candidate Almaz Aydarov, nominated by the People's Kurultai for inclusion in the Council for Justice Affairs, with the established requirements were discussed. Deputy Bolot Ibragimov asked about the mandatory educational requirements for candidates, noting that the submitted documents did not contain clear information on this matter. In response, the chairman of the National

27.01.2026, 16:42

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Plans to Involve House Committees and District Representatives in Addressing Noise Violations

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Bolo Ibrahimov raised the question of how control over compliance with the noise law is carried out and what methods are used to record violations. He clarified on what basis this control is conducted — using special devices or other means.

27.01.2026, 16:39

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Baatyrbek Korgonbaev Removed from the Position of First Deputy Akim of Kadamjay District

According to the information from the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers, Baatyrbek Korgonbaev has been relieved of his duties as the first deputy head of the state administration of the Kadamjai district in the Batken region. This decision was made and signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev.

27.01.2026, 16:14

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The first teacher of Sadyr Japarov revealed what he was like in school

During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Tabyldy Muratbekov visited the village of Zhylyu-Bulak, where the first teacher of President Sadyr Japarov, Keneshkan apa, resides. Despite her 80 years, she continues to actively engage in village life and is respected by the local residents. Photo from social networks Upon learning that Keneshkan apa is the teacher of the head of state, the deputy decided to meet with her to receive her blessing. During their

27.01.2026, 15:58

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The Jogorku Kenesh rejected three versions of the new anthem

The presented options do not meet the requirements of a full-fledged anthem Today, a meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, State Structure, Local Self-Government, and Regulations took place in the Jogorku Kenesh, where the draft of the new text and music of the National Anthem of the Kyrgyz Republic was discussed.

27.01.2026, 15:44

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Private Bailiffs. Members of the Profile Committee Approved the Bill

At the meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with issues of the judicial system, law enforcement, combating crime and corruption, a bill presented by the General Prosecutor's Office was discussed. The document proposes changes to the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic concerning enforcement proceedings. Umutkan Konkubaeva, Deputy General Prosecutor, reminded that starting from July 1, 2025, an experimental regime will be launched for one year based on a

27.01.2026, 15:32

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Legal services in Kyrgyzstan may become more expensive

Deputy Dastan Bekeshev noted that the changes will affect the poorest segments of the population Deputy Dastan Bekeshev stated in his Telegram channel about a possible increase in the prices of legal services in Kyrgyzstan.

27.01.2026, 14:54

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Kairat Tursunkulov Appointed Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs

Kairat Tursunkulov has been appointed to the position of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, according to information released by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. The decision on his appointment was signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. In this position, Tursunkulov replaces Temirbek Erkinov, who has been transferred to the role of Deputy Minister of Health. Kairat Tursunkulov appointed Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Kairat Tursunkulov, born on

27.01.2026, 14:35

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The Minister of Foreign Affairs has a new deputy

Today, January 27, the government press service announced the appointment of Kairat Tursunkulov as the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. Kairat Tursunkulov. This order was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev.

27.01.2026, 14:27

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Sadyra Japarov was presented with the opportunities of the new tax system "Salyk Kuzot"

Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, met with Almambet Shykmamatov, the head of the Tax Service, who presented him with an automated information system for tax analysis called "Salyk Kuzot." This information was released by the press service of the State Tax Service. Almambet Shykmamatov noted that the new system is an important part of the second stage of reforming the tax system. Previously, tax service employees worked with fragmented information, manually collecting data

27.01.2026, 14:21

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Kyrgyzstan is seeking ways to bring top medical professionals back home

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has initiated a broad dialogue with medical professionals from the homeland who have achieved success in clinics in the USA, Germany, the UK, Russia, and the Middle East. During an online conference led by Deputy Ministers Bakytbek Kadyraliev and Temirbek Erkinov, discussions were held on how to transform international experience into real reforms within the country.

27.01.2026, 14:15

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Seyed Abbas Araghchi: Hostile Actions Against Us Have Failed

In a publication that appeared in the well-known American newspaper Wall Street Journal, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi sharply commented on the actions of U.S. President Donald Trump, stating that the hostile measures taken by Washington against Tehran have proven ineffective. He called for an end to pressure and a shift towards a more respectful approach in negotiations.

27.01.2026, 14:14

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Gasoline in Kyrgyzstan is Getting Cheaper Amid a Large-Scale Refinery Crisis in Russia

With the beginning of 2026, drivers in Kyrgyzstan received an unexpected reason for optimism: the price of a liter of gasoline at popular gas stations has decreased by 2–3 soms. However, experts warn that one should not rush to conclusions about whether this is a sustainable trend. The current price correction is a temporary phenomenon caused by seasonal declines in activity and short-term fluctuations in foreign markets, rather than a significant improvement in the economic situation.

27.01.2026, 14:11

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Deputies will elect three new members of the Council for Justice Affairs

At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, responsible for judicial and legal issues, as well as the fight against crime and corruption, the deputies discussed the composition of the Council for Justice Affairs. Committee Chairman Boloтbek Borbiev reported that the candidates for the Council were proposed by deputies, the president, and the People's Kurultai.

27.01.2026, 14:10

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Kyrgyzstan filed a lawsuit in the EAEU court for Russia's failure to comply with the agreement on migrants

Kyrgyzstan has initiated legal proceedings within the EAEU due to Russia's non-compliance with the agreement on labor migrants. This was announced today at a meeting of the committee on social issues of the Jogorku Kenesh by the chairman of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund, Azamat Mukhanov, while discussing the draft law "On Health Insurance for Citizens." Committee members asked questions about the work done to support labor migrants in Russia, particularly regarding the

27.01.2026, 14:02

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Sadyr Japarov and the Head of the State Tax Service Discussed the Reform of the Country's Tax System and "Salyk Kuzot"

During the meeting, the chairman of the State Tax Service informed the president about the progress of the second phase of the tax system reform. An important part of this phase was the implementation of the automated tax analysis information system "Salyk kuzot". Photo by the Administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. Almambet Shykmamatov noted that previously, employees of the State Tax Service had to manually extract information about taxes, insurance contributions,

27.01.2026, 13:58

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Bekeshev warned of a social explosion due to new taxi licenses

In Kyrgyzstan, a significant crisis in passenger transportation is expected starting February 1, 2026. Deputy Dastan Bekeshev criticized the introduction of mandatory licensing for taxi drivers, claiming that it will lead to a shortage of vehicles and may cause a social explosion. He predicts that the cost of rides, which currently ranges from 200 to 300 soms, will rise to 700–800 soms, which will become a serious problem for parents who need to transport their children to schools, given the

27.01.2026, 13:56

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Dastan Bekeshev: Taxi in Kyrgyzstan May Start Costing 700-800 Som

A deputy proposed to postpone licensing changes for six months The price of taxi services in Kyrgyzstan could potentially rise to 700-800 soms, as reported by the deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Dastan Bekeshev.

27.01.2026, 13:46

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The head of the cabinet met with the regional director of the World Bank for Central Asian countries

On January 27, a meeting took place between Adylbek Kasymaliev and Nadji Benhassin, the regional director of the World Bank for Central Asia. During the discussion, the current state and future of bilateral cooperation were considered, as well as the implementation of key joint projects, budget support issues, and important legislative reforms, as reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. The parties paid attention to plans for the current year and the medium-term perspective.

27.01.2026, 13:41

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The USA and Iran are on the brink of direct confrontation

Unpleasant events in the Middle East continue to unfold, and tensions have reached their peak. On the night of January 26, an aircraft carrier strike group led by the USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72) entered the waters of the Persian Gulf, coming into the area of responsibility of the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM). These actions were accompanied by the announcement of large-scale naval exercises, which prompted a swift response from Iran: the country scrambled a dozen fighter jets and put its air

27.01.2026, 13:32

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The Cabinet transferred a plot of land on Ch.Aitmatov Avenue to the Bishkek City Hall

A land plot of 176 square meters, located at 1/3a Ch.Aitmatov Avenue, has been transferred to the municipal ownership of the Bishkek city hall. This decision was formalized by an order signed by the head of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, on January 21. The State Agency for Management of State Property is to transfer the specified plot to the city hall. As part of this process, the city hall is recommended to accept the property and carry out the re-registration of ownership

27.01.2026, 13:23

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New Anthem: The Proposed Options Were Rejected in the Jogorku Kenesh

At a recent meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with constitutional legislation and local self-government, deputies reviewed three projects for a new anthem selected by a special commission. Dr. Chynar Umetalieva, head of the Department of Cultural Studies and Art Studies at the Institute of Philosophy of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, shared her thoughts on the need for changes to the anthem after listening to the proposed options. She was also

27.01.2026, 12:58

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In Kyrgyzstan, military personnel who served in high-altitude areas may receive pension increases

A draft law has been presented on the platform of the Jogorku Kenesh, initiated by Deputy Nurlanbek Sydygaliev. This draft law proposes amendments to the current legislation concerning the pension provision for military personnel. The main changes pertain to Article 49, which regulates the application of regional coefficients to military pensions. According to the new draft, the increasing coefficients will be granted only to those military personnel who have served more than ten years in areas

27.01.2026, 12:57