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Phytosanitary control is a key link in ensuring Kyrgyzstan's internal food security. Every watermelon, apple, or seedling that crosses the country's border undergoes multi-level checks to ensure that only safe products reach the shelves.

The school season in Central Asia is always accompanied by an important question for parents: where will their child study? If earlier the choice was obvious—the state school near the house—today more and more families are looking toward private education.

In Kyrgyzstan, there is renewed talk about the quality of driver training. The State Agency for Vehicle and Driver Registration is proposing a temporary ban on issuing licenses to new driving schools from October 15, 2025, to December 31, 2027. At first glance, this may seem like an excessive measure, but if you look deeper into the situation, it becomes clear that this is not about formalities, b

The supply of clean drinking water is not just a matter of convenience, but a key element of national security. This was stated by expert Kubat Rakhimov in a video interview with Akchabar, emphasizing that for a growing metropolis such as Bishkek, water supply requires a systematic approach.

On July 28, the National Bank decided to raise the key interest rate by 0.25 percentage points — from 9% to 9.25%. While the change may seem minor, it could have an impact on people’s daily lives. Let’s break down what this means and what to expect.

In Kyrgyzstan, healthcare operates on a fire-fighting principle — doctors treat illnesses but rarely focus on prevention. Until a person reaches a severe condition, the chances of being offered a comprehensive examination are minimal. This is not just a systemic oversight but a fundamental problem that leads to an increase in chronic diseases and a decline in quality of life.

The state enterprise “Dan,” which had been idle for nearly three decades, is now confidently re-entering the market and becoming a key element of Kyrgyzstan’s food security. Located in Kara-Balta, the plant operated for many years solely as a warehouse for storing food-grade wheat belonging to the State Material Reserve.

Over the past few years, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan have unexpectedly become each other’s top tourist markets. Open borders, shared cultural heritage, and the absence of a language barrier have made cross-border tourism not only convenient but also trendy.