Cryptocurrency and virtual assets are becoming fully-fledged financial instruments in Kyrgyzstan, bringing with them new challenges — the anonymity of transactions can be used for money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illegal activities.
From June 21 to 30, 2026, a Physics Olympiad (ISPhO 2026) was held at the Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology (Russian Federation).
Kyrgyz athlete Islam Narynbekov became a two-time U.S. and Pan American Games champion in kettlebell lifting, winning an international tournament.
Since the beginning of the year, the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has sold $893.45 million on the foreign exchange market. Azat Kozubekov, Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, told reporters.
Tunguch online school has 2,540 students. Education Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, said at a meeting with parents in Bishkek.
Chairman of the Council of Ministers of the Togolese Republic, Faure Essozimna Gnassingbé, arrived in Kyrgyzstan on an official visit at the invitation of President Sadyr Japarov. The Cabinet of Ministers’ press service reported.
Construction of Kara-Keche thermal power plant, with a capacity of 1,200 megawatts, will soon begin in Dzhumgal district of Naryn region. President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov announced this on June 23 at a meeting with district residents during a working visit to Naryn region.
Countries of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) should strive to create a safe and secure information space. Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Ulan Mamatkanov, said at the opening of the SCO Media Forum.
A traveling exhibition «Museum of the Founding Fathers of the USA» has been opened at the National History Museum in Bishkek. The exhibition is dedicated to the history of the formation of the United States.
A meeting of Finance Ministers and heads of central (national) banks of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) member states was held at Ala-Archa State Residence on May 29, 2026.
According to the World Health Organization, more than 6,000 people aged 30 and older die annually in Kyrgyzstan from diseases caused by tobacco use. Deputy Health Minister Gulbara Ishenapysova announced at a press conference.
A forum «Development of Min-Kush Village Through Sustainable Tourism — Revival of Forgotten Towns» was held in Dzhumgal district of Naryn region.
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with Interbank Processing Center CJSC, announced the launch of international QR payments for Kyrgyz users through the Alipay+ system. National Bank Chairman Almaz Baketaev announced this new stage in the development of digital payments.
The Kyrgyz Republic has received an official invitation to accede to the European Convention on Mutual Assistance in Criminal Matters, the Prosecutor General’s Office reported.
Three checkpoints on the Kyrgyz-Uzbek border have switched to 24-hour operation, the Border Service of Kyrgyzstan reported.
Central Asia’s biggest debtor is not necessarily its most vulnerable. Kazakhstan accounts for roughly two-thirds of the region’s external liabilities, but much of that debt sits on corporate balance sheets rather than the government’s. Tajikistan owes a fraction of the amount, yet remains at high ri
Authorities in Tajikistan say heavy rain could trigger mudslides in parts of the country in the coming days and have warned people to be extremely careful when traveling on roads near mountains and riverbanks. The warning was issued on Wednesday, days after government officials, scientists, and othe
Representatives of dozens of professions work at Kumtor mine. Some operate heavy machinery, some mine ore, and others ensure a hot, delicious dinner awaits after a hard shift. And each of them is a true professional.
Chairman of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, Almaz Baketaev, presented the regulator’s annual report to the Zhogorku Kenesh, outlining key economic and financial indicators for the past year.
