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The Prosecutor General's Office opposed the Interior Ministry's bill proposing to reinstate the recidivism institution.

The Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva spoke about the reasons for the abolition of the recidivism institute in Kyrgyzstan. Currently, the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with judicial and legal issues, law enforcement, and the fight against crime, has supported a bill that proposes the restoration of this institute. According to Konkubaeva, there is a general decline in crime in the country; however, the number of thefts and fraud cases has been increasing. She noted that

20.01.2026, 17:42
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Ministry of Internal Affairs: Crime is Decreasing in Kyrgyzstan, Number of Offenses is Declining

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a trend towards a decrease in the crime rate, as confirmed by Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee dedicated to issues of law and order, judicial and legal aspects, combating crime and corruption. Ashirkhodzhaev noted that both the number of criminal cases initiated and the number of accused individuals have significantly decreased. However, he added that most offenses are committed by individuals who

20.01.2026, 17:11
The Ministry of Economic Development proposes to penalize for the release of halal products and services without certification
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The Ministry of Economic Development proposes to penalize for the release of halal products and services without certification

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced measures to implement a draft law that will amend the Code of Offenses, particularly regarding the halal industry. This is related to the necessity of ensuring compliance with the law "On the Halal Industry". According to the proposed draft law, responsibility will be established for the production of halal products and the provision of halal services without the appropriate certificates. Sanctions are also

20.01.2026, 16:53
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The Ministry of Defense Acquired Vehicles. Photo Report

The Ministry of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic has received 81 vehicles, including 36 "Chevrolet Cobalt," 19 JAC T-6, 18 "Gazelles," five shift buses, and three JAC Sunray minibuses. Adylbek Kasymaliev noted that in recent years, the country's defense capabilities have significantly strengthened. The budget of the Armed Forces of the Kyrgyz Republic has increased by more than 300% compared to 2018–2019. These funds are primarily directed towards strengthening the

20.01.2026, 16:43
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The Return of the Recidivism Institute. The Federal Penitentiary Service Will Have to Build a Special Regime Colony

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Law and Order, the Judicial System, and the Fight Against Crime, Deputy Chairman of the State Service for the Execution of Sentences Nurlan Sarchaev reported that the agency will likely need to construct a new high-security colony. This is related to the discussion of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' draft law on the reinstatement of the recidivism institution. As stated in the draft law, convicts with special recidivism will be held

20.01.2026, 16:42
Diplomats Discussed the Opening of the Consulate General of Kyrgyzstan in Sochi
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Diplomats Discussed the Opening of the Consulate General of Kyrgyzstan in Sochi

Photo by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. Roman Svistin (left) and Almaz Imangaziev Today, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Almaz Imangaziev, and the Consul General of the Russian Federation in Osh, Roman Svistin, held a meeting to discuss the opening of the General Consulate of Kyrgyzstan in Sochi. According to the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, various aspects of Kyrgyz-Russian consular cooperation were addressed during

20.01.2026, 16:28
The Ministry of Defense has been handed the keys to 81 vehicles
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The Ministry of Defense has been handed the keys to 81 vehicles

Today, 81 vehicles were handed over to the Ministry of Defense, with the participation of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. These vehicles were purchased with state funds and are intended to improve the mobility and equipping of military units, as reported by the government press service.

20.01.2026, 16:27
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Prosecutor General's Office: The Interior Ministry's Bill on Recidivism Contradicts the Constitution

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on law enforcement, combating crime, and corruption, Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva expressed the opinion that some provisions of the Ministry of Internal Affairs' draft law regarding the concept of "recidivism" contradict the Constitution. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev emphasized that under the new rules, recidivism for crimes will be punished more strictly. He noted that despite an

20.01.2026, 15:59
Kazakhstan Will Have a Unicameral Parliament — President's Initiative
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Kazakhstan Will Have a Unicameral Parliament — President's Initiative

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the president of Kazakhstan, announced a proposal for a reform under which the country's parliament will become unicameral. He noted that the government will work on this reform over the next year, and a nationwide referendum could take place as early as 2027. “I believe that discussing such an important issue will require at least a year, after which a referendum can be held in 2027 and amendments to the Constitution can be made,” the president added.

20.01.2026, 15:38
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The President of the Kyrgyz Republic approved new rules for the cryptocurrency market and virtual assets

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a new law concerning changes to the current legislation on virtual assets, as reported by the president's press service. The aim of the changes is to improve state control in the area of virtual assets, as well as to create conditions for the stable and transparent functioning of the cryptocurrency market in the country. The law clarifies the concept of "stablecoin" and introduces new terms, including "Real

20.01.2026, 15:35
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The Ministry of Justice proposes to amend the codes of the KR no more than once a year

The Ministry of Justice of Kyrgyzstan has proposed to introduce a new article in the country's codes regarding the frequency of amendments to them. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Judicial and Legal Issues, Law Enforcement, and the Fight Against Crime, Minister of Justice Ayaz Bayetov noted that amendments to the codes in Kyrgyzstan are made quite frequently, which affects law enforcement practices.

20.01.2026, 15:33
In Kazakhstan, the position of Vice President of the country will be reintroduced.
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In Kazakhstan, the position of Vice President of the country will be reintroduced.

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, the President of Kazakhstan, announced the return of the vice-presidential position. This information was revealed at a meeting of the National Kurultai, where the head of state also clarified that the position of state advisor will be abolished. Photo Akorda During his speech at the Kurultai, Tokayev noted that it is time to create a new position, which he believes will become an important part of the political structure of the country. "People say that everything

20.01.2026, 15:26
In Kyrgyzstan, military registration has begun to be converted to electronic format
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In Kyrgyzstan, military registration has begun to be converted to electronic format

The Republic of Kyrgyzstan has begun the digitization of the military registration and military ticket system. This was reported by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, during an event for the transfer of new equipment to the Ministry of Defense. Photo from the internet According to Kasymaliev, the first stage of digitization, conducted by the Ministry of Defense, has already been completed. As part of this stage, electronic document management was organized, as well

20.01.2026, 14:36
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In Kyrgyzstan, state mining and licenses for the supply of virtual assets have been legalized

On January 20, a law "On Amendments to the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic 'On Virtual Assets'" was signed by President Sadyr Japarov in Kyrgyzstan. This information was disseminated by the information policy service of the president's administration. The law, which was approved by the Jogorku Kenesh on December 24, 2025, aims to improve state control in the field of virtual asset services, as well as to create stable and transparent conditions in the market for these assets

20.01.2026, 14:27
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"Isn't it state-owned?" Why Kyrgyzstanis are being urged to save electricity

Daiyrbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy department of the presidential administration, urged citizens to approach electricity consumption more responsibly. He expressed these words in his social media post, addressing both public psychological aspects and the current state of the energy sector. Increase in Consumption and Low Tariffs We observe an incorrect attitude. Often, when we see someone recklessly driving a car, we say: “Are you driving a government vehicle?”. Daiyrbek

20.01.2026, 14:03
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The Statistical Program of Kyrgyzstan for 2026 Approved

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a new Statistical Program for 2026. This document regulates the list of official statistical observations, establishes deadlines for data collection, and defines the range of government bodies that are required to provide statistical information. The purpose of this resolution is to create an effective system for the collection and dissemination of official statistics. According to the program, ministries, state committees, agencies,

20.01.2026, 13:47
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In Parliament, concerns were raised about the low representation of women in leadership positions.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Constitutional Legislation, Deputy Kamila Talieva raised the issue of the insufficient number of women in high positions in government institutions. She noted that, despite the existing law limiting the share of representatives of one gender to 70 percent, the actual figures remain disappointing. According to the MP, out of 22 government members, only one woman holds a position, and among 76 deputy ministers, only 17 are women. This statistics

20.01.2026, 12:56
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The Cabinet clarified the funding for the project to transfer the Bishkek - "Manas" highway to the city administration.

The government of Kyrgyzstan has made amendments to its resolution No. 82 dated February 20, 2025, concerning the pilot project for transferring the road connecting Bishkek with the "Manas" international airport to the jurisdiction of the city administration. The changes pertain to the financial mechanism that will be used to maintain this important transport artery. The new version of the document clarifies that road expenses will now be covered not only from the republican budget

20.01.2026, 12:56
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Requirements for Knowledge of the Kyrgyz Language for Civil Servants Have Been Tightened

Amendments have been made to Resolution No. 189, adopted on April 4, 2022, aimed at clarifying the typical qualification requirements for positions in state and municipal service. According to the new regulations, for certain categories of administrative positions, there is now a mandatory requirement for proficiency in the state language at the level established by the relevant regulations of the Cabinet of Ministers. The requirement for knowledge of the official language sufficient to perform

20.01.2026, 11:36
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State companies will receive benefits for the construction of the all-season "Ala-Too Resort"

In Kyrgyzstan, the Cabinet of Ministers has approved a new resolution that provides support to state enterprises and joint-stock companies engaged in projects of national significance. This document is aimed at the successful development of the all-season mountain cluster "Ala-Too Resort" in the Issyk-Kul region. According to the amendments made to the tax legislation, land plots granted for indefinite use to state enterprises in the tourism sector and companies fully owned by the

20.01.2026, 11:26
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The deadline for considering citizens' appeals is proposed to be reduced to 10 days.

In Kyrgyzstan, a draft law is being discussed that proposes to reduce the response time for citizens' appeals from state institutions from 14 to 10 working days. This project is already available for public discussion. The document contains a proposal to amend Article 8 of the Law "On the Procedure for Considering Citizens' Appeals," which implies a reduction in the fixed response time for appeals.

20.01.2026, 10:56