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The Deputy Head of the State Penitentiary Service has been relieved of his duties

Kurmanbek Sokeiev has been relieved of his duties as Deputy Chairman of the State Penal Execution Service (GSIN), where he headed the Department of Security and Escort. The order for his dismissal was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. At this time, the Cabinet of Ministers is not disclosing the reasons that led to this decision and is not announcing a new appointment.

15.01.2026, 12:59
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The deputy called for strict rules for scooter usage

At a recent meeting of the parliament, Buru Amanova, a deputy, proposed the introduction of strict rules for scooter users. This discussion took place within the framework of the draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic on Ensuring Road Safety." She noted that in several European countries and in Melbourne, there are already bans on the use of scooters, and in China, restrictions have been introduced. "We are witnessing cases where scooters on

15.01.2026, 12:52
Zheenbek Kulubaev: The Year 2025 Became a Period of Diplomatic Activity
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Zheenbek Kulubaev: The Year 2025 Became a Period of Diplomatic Activity

At the press conference dedicated to the results of 2025, Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, noted that the past year was a period of significant diplomatic activity. Under the leadership of President Sadyr Japarov, the republic consistently pursued a pragmatic and multi-vector course, which contributed to strengthening ties both with neighboring Central Asian states and with partners from far abroad. He highlighted the final resolution of issues regarding the

15.01.2026, 12:37
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Kulubaev on the possible election of Kyrgyzstan to the UN Security Council: Competing with the Philippines is difficult

At a press conference held on January 15 in Bishkek, Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev discussed the chances of Kyrgyzstan becoming a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council. Since 2022, the republic has been actively participating in the election campaign; however, as Kulubaev noted, this endeavor requires significant effort. "This is a new initiative for us, and we need to expand our connections with countries around the world, as each country has one vote. We are trying to

15.01.2026, 12:34
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Xi Jinping will make a state visit to Kyrgyzstan

The Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeenbek Kulubaev announced at a press conference in Bishkek on January 15 that a state visit by the Chairman of the People's Republic of China, Xi Jinping, to Kyrgyzstan will take place in 2026. He also noted that based on the results of 2025, cooperation between the countries can be rated at 11 out of 10.

15.01.2026, 12:29
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The Foreign Minister commented on the scandalous statement by Vladimir Solovyov

According to Kulubaev, the Kyrgyz side considers it unwise to pay attention to provocative statements that appear in the media and have no relation to real intergovernmental issues. The minister noted that the Russian Federation is a strategic partner and ally of Kyrgyzstan. Cooperation between the countries is carried out both on a bilateral basis and within the framework of international and regional organizations, including the Collective Security Treaty Organization, the Shanghai

15.01.2026, 12:25
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Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Qatar dismissed for violating ethics

Marat Nuraliev, who held the position of Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Qatar, has been removed from office due to violations of the ethical standards established for public servants. This was reported by Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, during a press conference in Bishkek, in response to questions from media representatives. The Minister noted that, despite Nuraliev showing good results in his work, he failed to adhere to ethical standards.

15.01.2026, 12:09
The U.S. Begins the Second Phase of Donald Trump's Plan for Settlement in Gaza
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The U.S. Begins the Second Phase of Donald Trump's Plan for Settlement in Gaza

Stephen Whitcoff, the special representative of the President of the United States, announced the start of the second phase of Donald Trump's plan regarding the resolution of the situation in Gaza. Photo from the archive. Gaza Strip “Today we announce on behalf of President Trump the beginning of the second phase of the plan, which includes 20 points aimed at ending the conflict in Gaza. We are moving from a ceasefire to demilitarization, the establishment of technocratic governance, and

15.01.2026, 12:05
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In Parliament, a call was made to reconsider the decision on long-term driving education.

At a recent parliamentary meeting, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev raised the issue of the duration of training required to obtain a driver's license. He mentioned that young people express dissatisfaction with the need to study for 10 to 12 months. Bekeshev noted: “I believe this is impractical. In some countries, such as Japan, the training period is only three months, and in the USA and Georgia, even less. If we continue in the same vein and the process of obtaining a license becomes too costly,

15.01.2026, 11:02
Zheenbek Kulubaev summed up Kyrgyzstan's leadership in the CSTO
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Zheenbek Kulubaev summed up Kyrgyzstan's leadership in the CSTO

During his report, Zheenbek Kulubaev highlighted that one of the key events during Kyrgyzstan's presidency in the CSTO was the first-ever meeting of the heads of government of the member states, organized at the initiative of Bishkek. This historic event took place in September in Bishkek and marked an important step towards more effective interaction within the bloc.

15.01.2026, 10:55
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The deputy considers the position of the "Kulikov" company on the state language to be incorrect.

At the parliament meeting, Baktyyar Kalpaev expressed dissatisfaction with the position of the "Kulikov" company regarding the use of the state language. He noted that the situation surrounding this firm and the activist who initiated the lawsuit is actively being discussed in society. According to the deputy, the blogger who approached the company with a request for services in the state language has been under house arrest for nine months. "Is it really a crime for citizens to

15.01.2026, 10:53
Corruption Scandal in Ukraine. Yulia Tymoshenko Charged with Bribery
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Corruption Scandal in Ukraine. Yulia Tymoshenko Charged with Bribery

Yulia Tymoshenko, the former Prime Minister of Ukraine, has become the subject of suspicions regarding bribery of deputies in the Verkhovna Rada, as reported by the press. Photo by the media. Yulia Tymoshenko, former Prime Minister of Ukraine, has been suspected of bribing deputies of the Verkhovna Rada The leader of the Batkivshchyna party confirmed that searches were conducted in her party's office, but she rejected all accusations. Tymoshenko noted that the searches lasted all night,

15.01.2026, 09:31
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Now, training for category B driving licenses will last 10 months, and for category C - 12 months.

According to the statement by the head of the president's office, Kanibek Tumanbaev, and his deputy, Boobek Salimzhanov, during a live broadcast, training for category B driving licenses now includes 10 months, which encompasses both training and testing. For category C, the training period will be 12 months. Salimzhanov noted that the training will focus on categories B and C and warned driving school owners against illegally obtaining driver's licenses for money.

14.01.2026, 22:59
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The U.S. State Department will suspend the issuance of immigration visas for citizens of 75 countries, including Kyrgyzstan.

According to information from Fox News, the U.S. State Department will temporarily suspend the issuance of immigration visas for citizens of 75 countries. The decision is set to take effect on January 21 and will last for an indefinite period until the review of visa procedures is completed. As reported by Fox News, this measure is due to the need to strengthen checks in the context of new requirements of U.S. immigration legislation regarding "public charge." This means that

14.01.2026, 22:52
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The USA will suspend visa issuance for citizens of 75 countries

The U.S. State Department has announced a temporary suspension of visa processing for citizens of 75 countries, reports Fox News. According to the document reviewed by the channel, the cessation of issuing "all visas" will take effect on January 21. According to the channel, this decision will remain in place until the State Department conducts a review of the visa process.

14.01.2026, 21:44
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The water level in the Toktogul Reservoir has decreased, the government warned

Under the leadership of Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Head of the Cabinet and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, a meeting was held with the participation of heads of state bodies, presidential representatives in the regions, and heads of district administrations. During the meeting, issues concerning the readiness of the economy and the population for the upcoming autumn-winter season of 2025–2026 were discussed. A report from the Ministry of

14.01.2026, 21:41
The Cabinet announced the volume of water in the Toktogul Reservoir as of today
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The Cabinet announced the volume of water in the Toktogul Reservoir as of today

Today, Deputy Prime Minister Bakyt Torobaev held a meeting with the heads of state bodies and authorized representatives of the president in the regions. The press service of the cabinet reported on the progress of the meeting. During the meeting, aspects of preparation for the autumn-winter period of 2025-2026 were discussed, including information from the Ministry of Energy.

14.01.2026, 21:39
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Border Service: Citizens of Kazakhstan were informed in advance about the new rules for staying in the Kyrgyz Republic

In response to claims that citizens of Kazakhstan were not informed about the new residency rules, the Border Service of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic stated that such information is inaccurate. According to the agency, extensive information dissemination was conducted through official websites, social media, and mass media prior to the implementation of the new rules. Relevant data has been published since spring and summer 2025 and continues to be published to

14.01.2026, 20:25
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Daiyrbek Orunbekov responded to the deputies regarding the Botanical Garden and the bill on state awards

Orunbekov noted in his response on social media that the president had previously urged deputies to avoid "demagoguery and populism" in their statements. Deputy Bekeshev expressed his protest against the construction of mini-football fields in the Botanical Garden, claiming that this area should be used for recreation and walks, and that there are already enough football fields in the city.

14.01.2026, 19:02