In Kyrgyzstan, the issue of protecting medical workers is acute, as emphasized at a press conference by the Chairman of the Professional Union of Healthcare Workers, Sultan Abdildaev. According to him, the main factors are low salaries, overtime due to staff shortages, and employee burnout. All of this creates significant tension in the healthcare system.
In Almaty, the capital of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Film Days will take place on January 29 and 30, as reported by the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan. This cultural event aims to strengthen the ties between the two fraternal nations, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The opening ceremony is scheduled for January 29 at 18:00. The first film to be screened will be the work of renowned director Aktan Arym Kubat titled "Kara, kyzy, sary" ("Black, Red, Yellow"). This
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Yrysbek Atazhanov drew attention to the problem of mass layoffs that occur when a new leader comes into an organization with their team and dismisses long-serving employees. Atazhanov asked how the rights of these workers are protected in such situations.
From February 12 to 17, the premiere of the musical "Suymonkul" will take place on the stage of the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic, paying tribute to the famous Kyrgyz and Soviet actor, artist Suymonkul Chokmorov. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the author of this musical is Akbar Kubanychbekov.
In the "Zheneke" section, we present 31-year-old Aizhan Kurmanbekova from the village of Ananyevo, located in the Issyk-Kul district of the Issyk-Kul region. Aizhan, born in 1995, spent her childhood years in the Issyk-Kul region.
A unified design code for buildings is planned to be implemented A new landscaping project has been developed in Kara-Balta, as reported by representatives of the Department of Urban Planning and Architecture of the Ministry of Construction.
At a press conference at the Kabar agency, the chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, Muradil Jumadilde uulu, stated that the association of trade unions in the eyes of many people was most often associated with vacation packages. However, the true purpose of creating this organization is to protect the rights of workers. “Nevertheless, the very essence of creating trade unions was precisely to protect the labor rights of workers,” he emphasized.
On January 22, a draft law concerning labor protection was discussed at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. Deputy Ulugbek Karybek uulu raised the issue of protecting the labor rights of employees working remotely.
The capital has reached the "green zone" for air quality several times this winter, noted the speaker. At a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the speaker of the parliament emphasized that the Bishkek city administration has made significant efforts this year to reduce smog levels and deserves recognition for its work.
At a press conference held at the "Kabar" agency, the chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, Muradil Jumadilde uulu, reported a significant increase in income from the remaining five federation properties, which amounted to about 71%. He noted that this growth is an indicator of more effective management of the union's assets. In 1992, after the dissolution of the All-Union Central Council of Trade Unions (VTSPS), each country received its own trade union
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Toktobu Ashymbaeva asked the First Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security and Migration Kamchybek Dosmatov how the ministry monitors compliance with professional standards in the private sector. In response, the deputy minister stated that there is a sector in the ministry responsible for professional standards, which actively collaborates with various agencies. Each of them has the opportunity to make proposals for the development of these
The initiative to reduce the working day for people with health issues in the summer was proposed by Deputy Meder Aliyev. At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 22, parliamentarians discussed amendments to the Law "On Labor Protection." During the discussion, Aliyev emphasized that the climate changes in Kyrgyzstan are becoming increasingly noticeable and require legislative response.
The Kyrgyz National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet named after Abdylas Maldybaev will present a diverse program in February. On February 1 at 11:00, there will be a children's performance "The Cat's House" by composer P. Waldgadt;
In Astana, on January 29 and 30, an event organized by the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Kazakhstan dedicated to Kyrgyz cinema will take place. The press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the aim of this event is to strengthen cultural and humanitarian ties between the two countries. The grand opening of the Film Days is scheduled for January 29 at 18:00, where viewers will be able to see the feature film "Kara, kyzy, sary" (Black, Red, Yellow) directed by Aktan Arym
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Ulukbek Karybek uulu raised the issue of measures to protect the rights of workers engaged in remote work. He addressed the First Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, Kamchybek Dosmatov. Dosmatov replied that the concept of "remote work" has recently been introduced into the labor code. This innovation will allow for the conclusion of employment contracts between employers and employees, taking into account new
The Chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, Muradil Jumadilde uulu, announced the restoration of the work of technical legal inspectors at a press conference. Labor inspectors operate throughout the country and as of 2025, they have managed to secure compensations for workers totaling 2.9 million soms.
There is a shortage of dispatchers handling calls to the number 103 in Bishkek. In this regard, it is planned to increase their number, as reported by the director of the Emergency Medical Center, Iskender Shayakhmetov, in an interview with the Kabar agency. He also explained the reasons for delays in connecting with medical personnel. Shayakhmetov noted that an automated system has been implemented at the Center, allowing for real-time tracking of the location of teams and directing the
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Gulsharkan Kultaeva asked the First Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration Kamchybek Dosmatov about the possibility of recalling employees from their vacation. The Deputy Minister explained that such a recall is only possible with the employee's consent; it cannot be done without their permission. In addition, the deputy inquired whether an employee who did not take vacation last year could combine it with the current one.
At the parliamentary session, Deputy Marlen Mamataliev proposed an initiative to revise the legislation regarding wage payments for workers who labor at night. According to current regulations, they receive double pay. During the discussion of the law "On Labor Protection," Mamataliev's colleague, Deputy Dastan Bekeshev, expressed the opinion that the city administration should stop sending "Tazalyk" workers to the roads at night.
During operational-search activities conducted by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR), a case of large-scale illegal distribution of land plots in the Talas region was uncovered. The investigation revealed that 43 citizens were allocated plots measuring 10 hectares and 75 ares in the territory of the Kara-Buurinsky Ayil Okmotu of the Aitmatov district through the forgery of official decrees. According to preliminary data, a total of 56 land plots were
At a press conference, the Chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kyrgyzstan, Muradil Jumadilde uulu, announced that trade unions can now accurately track their financial flows and spending directions. "We are spending funds on the construction of new dormitory buildings, not on something abstract," he emphasized. Muradil Jumadilde uulu also noted that the process of digitalization includes electronic accounting of all union members.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Ulukbek Karybek uulu proposed to invite representatives from the company LLC "Gazprom," as well as employees from the Ministry of Energy and the Antimonopoly Regulation Service. This is related to numerous complaints from citizens about inflated gas bills. According to the deputy, "Gazprom" officially reported that their telemetry system was not operational in October and November, which led to many subscribers not receiving their
Deputy Burun Amanova raised the issue of gasification in new residential areas of Bishkek, where coal heating is still used. At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, she reminded that the company "Gazprom Kyrgyzstan" had previously committed to gasifying these areas, but the work is not yet complete.
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