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Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan Optimize Border Capacity at the State Border

During a phone conversation, the foreign ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and Uzbekistan, Bakhtier Saidov, discussed the importance of coordinating efforts to ensure uninterrupted cargo transit and creating more favorable conditions for trade development in the region, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports. During the conversation, the heads of the foreign policy agencies paid special attention to cooperation issues, including the development of international transport corridors and

14.01.2026, 11:29
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The Head of the Border Service Explained How Conflicts at the Border in the Batken Region Were Resolved in the USSR

On the air of "Birinchi Radio" on January 14, the head of the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security, Abdykarim Alimbaev, stated that border issues existed even during the Soviet Union. He noted that in the Batken region, conflicts with citizens of neighboring countries arose in 1974 and 1989. At that time, the Soviet authorities responded by sending military units to these areas, placing them between the conflicting parties, and imposing a curfew to reduce

14.01.2026, 11:01
The President has changed the Housing Code: a new post and biometric voting
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The President has changed the Housing Code: a new post and biometric voting

Photo from the president's press service Sadyr Japarov, the president of Kyrgyzstan, has approved amendments to the law "On the Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic," as reported by the press service of his administration. This law, adopted by the deputies on December 24, 2025, aims to improve the functioning of the parliament.

14.01.2026, 10:34
In Bishkek, the country's water and energy security was discussed
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In Bishkek, the country's water and energy security was discussed

In Bishkek, a conference titled "Water, Mountains, and Glaciers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Sustainable Future" was held, discussing issues related to the country's water and energy security. The event was organized by the J. Balasagyn Kyrgyz National University, the Green Energy Public Foundation, the Oi Ordo Center for Environmental Initiatives, and the Green Alliance of Kyrgyzstan. The main goal of the conference was to promote Kyrgyzstan's interests as a key mountainous

14.01.2026, 10:30
In Ukraine, NABU Continues to Expose Corruption in Power: Searches at Arahamiya's Place
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In Ukraine, NABU Continues to Expose Corruption in Power: Searches at Arahamiya's Place

The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), together with the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office, is conducting searches as part of an investigation related to the possible receipt of benefits for voting in the Verkhovna Rada. According to the press service of law enforcement agencies, the focus is on the leader of one of the parliamentary factions. According to the Ukrainian publication "Obozrevatel," the searches also involved Yulia Tymoshenko, the

14.01.2026, 10:15
The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh proposed to completely abandon tenders.
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The Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh proposed to completely abandon tenders.

At a recent parliamentary meeting, the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, proposed an initiative to abandon tenders in the process of implementing construction projects. He emphasized that the existing system of public procurement significantly delays the start of construction work and causes dissatisfaction among citizens. Photo of the residential complex “All construction projects face prolonged tenders. People are already tired of this process. Sometimes, due to

14.01.2026, 10:13
Protests in Iran: Trump urged protesters to seize power institutions
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Protests in Iran: Trump urged protesters to seize power institutions

Donald Trump expressed support for Iranian protesters, urging them to "seize government institutions." In his message on the Truth Social platform, he stated: "Iranian patriots, continue the protests — seize your power! Remember the names of those who kill and rape. They will pay a high price. I have canceled all meetings with Iranian officials until the senseless killings of protesters stop. Help is on the way. Let's make Iran great again." Trump also noted that he

14.01.2026, 09:51
In Russia, the oath has become mandatory from the age of 14
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In Russia, the oath has become mandatory from the age of 14

As of January 9, 2026, new rules regarding the citizenship acquisition process have come into effect in Russia. One of the most significant changes is that now the oath must be taken not only by adults but also by teenagers who have reached the age of 14.

14.01.2026, 09:33
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The organization of fees and anti-doping measures for athletes has been entrusted to the Cabinet of Ministers.

President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree instructing the Cabinet of Ministers to organize training camps and measures to combat doping for athletes. According to this document, the government is to prepare a decision regarding the selection of suppliers for state contracts related to the organization of camps and the provision of anti-doping activities during the 2026–2027 period.

14.01.2026, 09:10
Death penalty requested for former South Korean president
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Death penalty requested for former South Korean president

Photo from the internet According to the prosecution, former president Yoon Suk-yeol declared a state of emergency in the country in December 2024 without an actual threat of war, which was interpreted as an attempted coup aimed at undermining the existing authority. This was reported by BBC News, citing the "Renhap" agency. Yoon Suk-yeol explained the introduction of martial law as a necessity to protect the country from "anti-state" opposition, which he believed was

13.01.2026, 22:48
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The court found former head of the State Tax Service Abdyvapov and his ex-deputy guilty.

On December 25, 2025, the court issued a ruling on the culpability of Altynbek Abdyvapov and Islambek Kydyrgychev in a corruption case. According to the press service of the Bishkek City Court, Abdyvapov was fined 400,000 soms (4,000 calculated indicators) and was also deprived of the right to hold certain positions and awards. As for Islambek Kydyrgychev, his fine amounted to 300,000 soms (3,000 calculated indicators) with similar restrictions on holding government positions.

13.01.2026, 21:49
Marlen Mamataliyev proposed to deprive Kyrgyz citizens of benefits for not voting
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Marlen Mamataliyev proposed to deprive Kyrgyz citizens of benefits for not voting

This participation in state mortgage programs and studying on a budget in universities Marlen Mamataliyev, a deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, proposed a bill that could deprive Kyrgyz citizens of certain benefits due to their non-participation in elections. The aim of this initiative is to encourage citizens to actively exercise their voting rights.

13.01.2026, 20:29
The Cabinet opposed allowing 16–17-year-olds to work in the campaign offices of candidates for the Parliament.
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The Cabinet opposed allowing 16–17-year-olds to work in the campaign offices of candidates for the Parliament.

Dastan Bekeshev proposed allowing minors to engage in non-campaign activities During the third reading of the bill developed by Deputy Dastan Bekeshev, changes to the Constitutional Law "On the Elections of the President and Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh" are being discussed at the meeting of the committee on constitutional legislation, state structure, local self-government, and the regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh.

13.01.2026, 19:43
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The Housing Committee approved in the third reading a bill allowing teenagers to work in a candidate's election campaign, unrelated to campaigning.

The Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Constitutional Legislation completed the review of the draft law "On Amendments to the Constitutional Law 'On the Elections of the President and Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh'" on January 13 during its third reading. The initiator of this draft law is Deputy Dastan Bekeshev. He proposes to allow teenagers to participate in the electoral campaigns of candidates, provided that their activities are not related to campaigning. An important

13.01.2026, 19:42
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A Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Proposed Declaring Vladimir Solovyov a Persona Non Grata in the Kyrgyz Republic

Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Dastan Bekeshev expressed his opinion on Vladimir Solovyov's statement, in which he suggested on a state channel to consider the possibility of military intervention in the affairs of Armenia and Central Asian countries. This caused significant diplomatic resonance. According to Bekeshev, "I did not watch this broadcast, but I familiarized myself with its content. I believe that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs should summon the Russian ambassador and

13.01.2026, 19:10
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Increase of the term to 12 years for drunk driving accidents. Ministry of Internal Affairs - in favor, Prosecutor General's Office - against

At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Judicial and Legal Issues, Deputy Attorney General Umutkan Konkubaeva made a statement that the proposal to increase the punishment for traffic accidents committed under the influence of alcohol from 10 to 12 years does not comply with current legislation. Discussing the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts Regarding Road Safety," she noted that this initiative contradicts the principles of criminal law.

13.01.2026, 18:53