How Much Did the Members of the KR Cabinet Earn in 2024
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How Much Did the Members of the KR Cabinet Earn in 2024

Every year, the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic publishes reports on the income and expenses of government officials for the past year. In these reports, they indicate their earnings, additional income, property, as well as information about close relatives. Kaktus.media has analyzed these declarations.

16.01.2026, 11:31
Maria Zakharova: Official Moscow Values Friendship with Central Asia
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Maria Zakharova: Official Moscow Values Friendship with Central Asia

Russia has once again appealed to its closest allies in the CIS and Central Asia, urging them to ignore the manipulations of "armchair analysts" and to rely on the statements of official representatives. This statement was a response to the active discussions that arose in the information space of the region around fragments of the broadcast by TV host Vladimir Solovyov regarding Russia's geopolitical influence. During a briefing, the official representative of the Russian

16.01.2026, 11:27
The head of GAUGI has a new deputy. Biography
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The head of GAUGI has a new deputy. Biography

Jamirbek Kenenbaev has become the new deputy director of the State Agency for Management of State Property (GAUGI) in Kyrgyzstan. This information was confirmed by the agency's press service. Previously, by the order of Prime Minister Eldan Satarov, the former deputy director of GAUGI was relieved of his duties. Photo by the press service of GAUGI Professional Path of Jamirbek Kenenbaev Date of Birth: November 9, 1981

16.01.2026, 11:22
Zakharova: Russia's Relations with CIS Countries Are Built on Good Neighborliness and Trust
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Zakharova: Russia's Relations with CIS Countries Are Built on Good Neighborliness and Trust

During a briefing, the official representative of the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Maria Zakharova, made a statement regarding Moscow's foreign policy towards CIS countries. She urged the public to rely only on official sources of information and to "judge by actions," rather than succumbing to disinformation and provocations, as reported by TASS. Zakharova emphasized that Russia's position is formulated only by authorized representatives, underscoring the

16.01.2026, 11:21
Annexation of Greenland. Seven European countries have sent troops to the island.
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Annexation of Greenland. Seven European countries have sent troops to the island.

In the context of escalating tensions surrounding Greenland, Germany, Sweden, France, the Netherlands, Canada, Denmark, and Norway have decided to send their military personnel to the island. This is reported by Politico. This decision is a response to the increasing pressure from the United States, which claims rights to the island, as well as threats from President Donald Trump. According to the publication, the Bundeswehr has sent 13 military personnel to Nuuk, the capital of Greenland. The

16.01.2026, 10:10
Arab countries defended Iran before Trump
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Arab countries defended Iran before Trump

Concerns About Military Intervention in the Region Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Oman have made active efforts to dissuade U.S. President Donald Trump from potential aggression against Iran, expressing concerns about possible serious consequences for the region. This was reported by "Zerkalo," citing AFP and its sources.

16.01.2026, 09:52
Maria Corina Machado gave her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump
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Maria Corina Machado gave her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump

During an official event at the White House, Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize medal to Donald Trump. She announced this at a press conference, as reported by El Nacional. Machado noted that in her conversation with Trump, she recalled how two centuries ago General Lafayette presented a medal with a portrait of President George Washington to Simón Bolívar. She emphasized that since then, Bolívar never parted with that medal. "Two hundred

16.01.2026, 09:43
Bishkek is Catastrophically Lacking Ambulances
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Bishkek is Catastrophically Lacking Ambulances

The shortage of specialized transport in Bishkek has reached critical levels and has begun to threaten national security. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, 2026, Deputy Zhanibek Abirov presented alarming facts: following a recent administrative-territorial reform, the population of the capital has increased to 1.3 million people, while only 35-40 ambulance teams are currently operational. In such conditions, medical workers are unable to respond to calls in time, putting the

16.01.2026, 09:39
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The Asman City Project Presented to Investors in Shanghai and Nanjing

In Shanghai and Nanjing, a presentation of the Asman eco-city project took place. This was reported by the press service of the National Investment Agency of the Kyrgyz Republic. It became known that the Kyrgyz delegation participated in an international business forum organized by Shanghai Minhou Xuyi Business. During the event, the investment climate in the country was discussed, with a focus on digitalization, infrastructure projects, and the application of modern technologies in urban

16.01.2026, 09:16
The Minister of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic visited the University of Music in Austria
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The Minister of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic visited the University of Music in Austria

During his working visit to the Republic of Austria, Mirbek Mambetaliev, who holds the position of Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, familiarized himself with the activities of key cultural institutions in the country and held meetings with their leaders. One of the important meetings was the discussion with the Rector of the University of Music and Performing Arts in Vienna, Ulrike Sih, as well as with the Deputy Director of the World Museum of Austria,

16.01.2026, 09:05
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The government approved the agreement with Tajikistan on cooperation in the field of tourism.

The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan approved the agreement on cooperation in the field of tourism with Tajikistan, reached in the summer of 2025 in Dushanbe. This decision was formalized by the relevant resolution. This document was adopted to complete all necessary procedures within the country. The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has been designated as the responsible authority for its implementation.

16.01.2026, 08:23
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New US Visa Requirements. The Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic Met with the Assistant Secretary of State

The Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the USA, Aibek Moldogaziev, held a meeting with John Pommershaime, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, key issues regarding Kyrgyz-American partnership were discussed, including the upcoming business forum "B5+1," which will take place on February 4-5 in Bishkek.

16.01.2026, 07:36
Kyrgyzstan Publicly Expressed Discontent with the US Visa Policy
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Kyrgyzstan Publicly Expressed Discontent with the US Visa Policy

According to the new rules, a visa must be backed by a monetary deposit In Bishkek, a meeting took place between Mirbek Abakirov, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and U.S. Ambassador Leslie Viguerie. Against the backdrop of tightening visa policies from Washington, the Kyrgyz side, unlike many other countries in the region, openly expressed its dissatisfaction with the actions of the U.S., without resorting to formal diplomatic expressions, as reported by the Telegram

15.01.2026, 21:48
"Play with Your Nightingale." How Central Asia Reacted to the Statement of the Russian TV Host
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"Play with Your Nightingale." How Central Asia Reacted to the Statement of the Russian TV Host

Reactions to the remarks of the Russian TV presenter Recent statements by Vladimir Solovyov regarding the possibility of a "special military operation" in other regions under Russia's influence have sparked active discussion among politicians and experts in Central Asia, as reported by the Politik portal. Bobur Bekmurodov, a deputy of the Oliy Majlis of Uzbekistan, noted that the times when the fates of nations were determined by "shouts in TV studios" or directives

15.01.2026, 21:46
Askhat Alagozov: Vladimir Solovyov's Statements are "Empty and Irrelevant"
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Askhat Alagozov: Vladimir Solovyov's Statements are "Empty and Irrelevant"

The press secretary of the president commented on the words of the TV host Askat Alagozov, the press secretary of President Sadyr Japarov, characterized the statements of TV host Vladimir Solovyov as "empty and unserious." This statement was made in response to Solovyov's comments regarding the conduct of a special military operation in Russia's spheres of influence.

15.01.2026, 21:40
Sadyr Japarov Changed the Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh
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Sadyr Japarov Changed the Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh

The voting of deputies will be conducted using fingerprint and facial recognition The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has approved a new regulation for the Jogorku Kenesh, according to information from the press service of the head of state.

15.01.2026, 21:35
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In 2023–2025, no cases of torture were recorded in Kyrgyzstan - Ministry of Internal Affairs

The statement by the Ministry of Internal Affairs that there have been no recorded cases of torture in Kyrgyzstan from 2023 to 2025 has become a subject of discussion in the Jogorku Kenesh. According to Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev, systematic control measures, including video surveillance in police stations and regular medical examinations of detainees, have contributed to this result. Every detainee is guaranteed the right to a lawyer, and all complaints are

15.01.2026, 19:28
Who Framed the President by Changing and Shuffling the Paperwork?
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Who Framed the President by Changing and Shuffling the Paperwork?

Not long ago, a successful screening of the documentary film "President" took place in the Kyrgyz Republic, which served as a kind of report by Sadyr Japarov on the work done and plans for the future. The elections to the Jogorku Kenesh also demonstrated a noticeable growth in the political maturity of society. Foreign observers note significant transformations and active growth in various sectors of Kyrgyzstan's economy.

15.01.2026, 19:08
Head of the Cabinet: The Crucial Stage of Debureaucratization Moves to the Regional Level
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Head of the Cabinet: The Crucial Stage of Debureaucratization Moves to the Regional Level

The meeting on the issues of debureaucratization of the state management system was held by Adylbek Kasymaliev. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers. During the meeting, the head of the Cabinet highlighted key areas related to debureaucratization — these include providing citizens with accessible and quality services, as well as creating more favorable conditions for doing business. Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers “In 2025, we made significant progress in this

15.01.2026, 18:16