In Kyrgyzstan, in 2026, the implementation of drip and sprinkler irrigation systems will take place on an area of 5,270 hectares using funds from the republican budget. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry.
A new bus route has been opened in the capital, connecting the residential area "Kyrgyzstan-1" with the railway station. The corresponding information was provided by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. Bus No. 159 will operate according to a pre-approved route, ensuring convenient transportation for the residents of the area.
Residents of the "Ak-Bosogo" housing complex have raised the issue of the unsatisfactory condition of the road on Intymak Street. According to them, constant mudflows have made movement in this area practically impossible. One resident, who has lived in the area for about 15 years, noted that during all this time, no significant improvements have occurred. The only change has been the construction of a sewage system; however, after the work was completed, the condition of the road, in
According to the information from the Ministry of Health's press service, during his visit, Dosmambetov familiarized himself with the state of the treatment process, infrastructure, and the system of providing medications, as well as held a meeting with parents to discuss pressing issues. As a result of this visit, a decision was made to create a commission that will conduct a comprehensive analysis of the work of the Department of Pharmaceuticals and the state enterprise
- From December 8 to 14, 2025, at the multilateral automobile checkpoint "Petukhovo" (Kurgan Region), inspectors from the Ural Interregional Directorate of Rosselkhoznadzor, working together with border guards and customs representatives, checked 38 trucks transporting over 548 tons of vegetables, fruits, and flowers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and China. Of the total number of vehicles, 36 were loaded in Kazakhstan, and 2 in Kyrgyzstan. The products were being transported in transit
From December 1 to 14, 2025, inspectors from the Rosselkhoznadzor for Altai Krai and the Republic of Altai conducted checks on 160 vehicles at the Russian-Kazakh border, which were transporting approximately 2,900 tons of quarantine products that pose a high phytosanitary risk. The inspected goods included vegetables, fruits, grains, and plants. During this inspection, numerous violations were discovered. For instance, 45 tons of fresh cabbage from Kyrgyzstan and onions from Kazakhstan were
- The Prosecutor's Office of the Jetiy-Oguz District, conducting an inspection of compliance with land legislation, discovered that agricultural land plots totaling 2.4 hectares in the Barskoon rural municipality had been transferred to citizens without legal grounds. This information was announced by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. It is reported that the value of the returned plots amounted to 27.55 million soms, and they were returned to
In the Talas region, within the Bakai-Ata district, lies the Tabylgyty valley, known for its rare animals and historical finds, including stones with ancient inscriptions. According to local resident Batyrkan Kutmanaliev, there is an area in this valley called Zhaltirak-Tash, stretching along the Kandy-Bai River. "This area got its name because from a distance its surface sparkles like a mirror reflection of sunlight, giving it a special atmosphere. The most valuable treasures here are the
On December 19, a performance titled "Rehearsal" will take place in Bishkek, dedicated to the anniversary of the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, which is celebrating its 90th anniversary. This event is part of the anniversary program called "MUSEALE-90". The performance "Rehearsal" explores themes of faith, love, and art, inviting the audience to immerse themselves in the process of forming a community around the inner experiences of
html The Kyrgyz ethno-musical "Raymaly and Begimai" was showcased in Moscow, organized by the creative team of the Toktogul Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic. This event was dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the famous writer Chyngyz Aitmatov. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, on December 14, the musical, based on a legend from Aitmatov's novel "And the Day Lasts More Than a Century," was presented at the
- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is working on the implementation of a program aimed at creating 385 processing enterprises. This will help increase the level of agricultural product processing to 25% by 2030, as reported by the ministry's press service. According to the agency's information, the opening of 7 trade and logistics centers and 78 processing enterprises is planned in the Chui region. Their operations will cover areas such as the
- Farmers were provided with 9,016 units of agricultural machinery on lease for a total amount of 21.8 billion soms. This information was published by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. As part of the state-supported leasing program, 2,029 units of machinery were transferred in 2025 for a total of 7.2 billion soms.
Kazakhstan's Freedom Bank has announced a plan to establish a subsidiary in Kyrgyzstan, which will eventually become a full-fledged bank, as reported by Forbes Kazakhstan. The new financial institution will be registered as a closed joint-stock company and will be named "Freedom Bank KG" (Freedom Bank KG in English).
- A change in management has occurred in the executive body of OJSC "FinanceCreditBank." The relevant information was published on the website of the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. As of December 12, 2025, the powers of Zinchenko Irina Alekseevna as the chairperson of the board have been terminated due to her resignation at her own request.
According to the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of December 15, distance learning has been organized in 526 schools, which accounts for approximately 25% of the total number of educational institutions in the country.
In the first nine months of 2025, Russian exports to the EAEU countries exceeded $6 billion, according to information from the federal center "Agroexport". From January to September, the volume of agricultural product shipments from Russia to EAEU countries amounted to approximately $6.2 billion, which is 17% higher compared to the same period last year.
- In order to improve veterinary and phytosanitary safety, the Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance Service is gradually introducing a video surveillance system at slaughterhouses and markets. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic reported this. As of today, cameras have already been installed at 54 slaughterhouses, five livestock markets, and one veterinary and sanitary expert laboratory located in the Moscow district.
On December 17, a documentary series titled "Nomadic Craft" will be launched in Bishkek, dedicated to the traditional crafts of the Kyrgyz people. This information was announced by the Ministry of Culture of Kyrgyzstan. The project was developed by the public fund "Tamchy Tasma" under the direction of director Gulnur Kanat.
According to the information from the agency, as of today, 62.4% of the total volume of work has been completed. Currently, 147.6 thousand hectares of winter wheat have been sown, of which 66.6 thousand hectares are on rain-fed lands, and 80.9 thousand hectares are on irrigated lands. In addition, winter barley occupies 8037.5 hectares, including 2976.9 hectares on irrigated lands and 5060.6 hectares on rain-fed lands.
- In the Sokuluk district, a state-regulated reservoir valued at 43 million soms has been returned. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. An inspection conducted by the prosecutor's office revealed that this reservoir, located in the village of Aral of the Sary-Ozön rural administration and covering an area of 12.3 hectares, was unlawfully transferred to private hands in 2005-2006 by the local administration known as the
- On December 16, 2025, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic plans to hold an auction for the placement of notes with a seven-day maturity period, as reported by the bank itself. Key parameters of the auction:
In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, there is a pasture known as Kelin-Tash. A Turmush correspondent has gathered interesting legends associated with its name. This pasture is located in a high mountain gorge on the territory of Kara-Suu, in the southern part of the village of Bayetovo. At Kelin-Tash, you can see tall fir trees, various herbaceous plants, as well as wild animals such as ibex and mountain rams.
In a lawsuit filed in federal court in Miami, Trump is seeking damages of up to $10 billion, claiming that the BBC distorted his words in the documentary "Panorama," which aired ahead of the 2024 elections. He insists that the editing led viewers to believe he was urging his supporters to storm the Capitol. In the film, his statements about the march on the Capitol and the phrase "fight like hell" were edited together, while the part where he called for peaceful protests was
On December 15, a ceremonial event took place in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek to light the country's main New Year tree. Despite the light snow, the square gathered a large number of people who came to witness this traditional celebration. Before the ceremony began, popular songs by Kyrgyz artists played for the guests and locals, creating a festive atmosphere.
- As of November 23, the harvest of grain crops (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat) in Kyrgyzstan has been completed on an area of 606 thousand hectares, which is 1.1% more compared to the same period in 2024, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. As of this date, the total volume of harvested grain amounted to 1.8 million tons in initial recorded weight, indicating a decrease of 15% compared to last year. The average yield was about 30 centners per hectare. The
From December 8 to 14, 2025, at the multilateral automobile checkpoint "Petukhovo" (Kurgan Region), employees of the Ural Interregional Directorate of Rosselkhoznadzor, together with border guards and customs officers, conducted an inspection of 38 trucks that were importing over 548 tons of vegetables and fruits from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and China. This was reported in an official press release from Rosselkhoznadzor. Of all the inspected vehicles, 36 were coming from Kazakhstan,
- The Ministry of Finance has announced the allocation of interest-free loans as part of the "Emergency Support for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises" project, with a total amount exceeding 9 billion 486 million soms. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. According to the Ministry of Finance, the project is being implemented in accordance with the anti-crisis action plan developed by the Cabinet of Ministers, aimed at supporting small and medium enterprises in the
In the run-up to the New Year holidays, the mayor of Kara-Kul, Nurtilek Orozbaev, announced at a scheduled meeting that New Year corporate parties for employees of state and municipal institutions, as well as organizations with state participation, will be prohibited. He emphasized that in the event of violations, the responsibility will fall on the heads of the respective institutions. From December 25, raids will begin in cafes and restaurants across the city to monitor compliance with these
- According to data from the Eurasian Development Bank, in the Kyrgyz Republic, the volume of lending from commercial banks increased by 52% year-on-year from January to October 2025, while in the same period last year, the growth was 26%. This is reported in the institution's Weekly Macro Review. The average interest rate on loans during this period was 16.4%, which corresponds to the level recorded in 2024.
- On November 14, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers made a decision numbered 990-t, approving the draft Additional Agreement to the Investment Agreement with Sonningdale Limited and the LLC "RECA" for the construction and operation of a solar power plant in the village of Kyzyl-Oruk, located in the Toru-Aigyr rural district of the Issyk-Kul region. The main agreement was signed on July 25, 2025, after its approval by order No. 556-t dated July 1, 2025.
- In 2026, the installation of drip and sprinkler irrigation systems will be carried out on an area of 5,270 hectares of agricultural land funded by the republican budget, reports the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the ministry's information, during the period of 2024–2025, water-saving systems were implemented on 2,369.5 hectares, of which 641.5 hectares were occupied by drip systems, and 1,728 hectares by sprinkler systems.
In Tash-Kumyr, a city cup for tug-of-war was held, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. This sporting event was successfully organized with the support of the city department of physical culture and sports.
- In the village of Munduz, located in the Suzak district, cases of illegal seizure of irrigated agricultural land for the construction of residential buildings have been registered. This information was presented by the Land and Water Supervision Service of the Jalal-Abad region. Explanatory conversations were held and warnings were issued to the citizens who violated the legislation.
The Suluktinsk City Historical Museum features over 1,845 works of art in various genres, said director Abdipatta Niyazov in a comment to Turmush. According to him, the museum consists of 9 exhibition departments. The museum was established as a historical museum on April 2, 2008. At that time, premises were allocated for it, which previously housed employees of the KGB and the city culture department. The building was constructed in 1956.
- The contribution of various sectors of the economy to the overall structure: industry — 17.8%, agriculture — about 9%, construction — 8.6%. This was reported at a press conference by the First Deputy Chairperson of the National Statistical Committee, Nazira Kerimalieva. According to her, from January to November 2025, the volume of industrial production reached 686 billion soms, which is 10% more compared to the same period last year.
- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has shared information about a project aimed at developing livestock farming in the regions. The project "30+20+10" includes a phased development of a breeding yak farm in the village of Zhar-Bashy, located in the Chon-Alai district of the Osh region.
According to information provided by the press service of the Traffic Police of the Chui region, the incident occurred in the Alamudun district. Sergeant J. uulu N., born in 2000, lost control of the Toyota Highlander vehicle on Central Street and hit a man who was on the roadside. As a result of the impact, the vehicle also collided with an excavator. Unfortunately, the pedestrian, named K. D., born in 1960, was caught under the wheels of the vehicle and did not survive.
Bishkek City Dramatic Theater named after A. Umuraliyev invites children and their parents to the New Year celebrations from December 23 to 28. This year, the theater presents the premiere of a new festive performance "Doctor Aibolit".
- On December 12 in Moscow, the third meeting of the Working Group took place, where representatives of phytomonitoring and plant protection services from CIS countries gathered. The event was held with the support of the Intergovernmental Council on issues related to the agro-industrial complex. The main focus of the meeting was on the problems posed by locust pests, which threaten the agricultural lands of the Commonwealth states.
Starting December 27, viewers will be able to watch a new historical series titled "Kara-Kyrgyz" on the national television channel and in the online cinema "Etnomedia". According to the Ministry of Culture, this series covers an important historical period between 1917 and 1924, telling the story of the Kyrgyz people in the context of events following the Urkun, when a power vacuum was created and the struggle for national statehood began. The central figure of the plot is
On December 12, a ceremonial opening of the office of the honorary consul of Kyrgyzstan took place in the Croatian city of Rijeka. According to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, the new office, located at Vukovarska 10a, will focus on strengthening bilateral ties, developing economic and cultural interactions, as well as providing consular and legal support to citizens of the country. The ceremony was attended by the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Hungary, Talantbek
A teacher from Kyrgyzstan, Azamat Nurmatov, who was detained in Turkey, has returned to his homeland, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported on December 14. With the assistance of the General Consulate of the Kyrgyz Republic in Istanbul and the State National Security Committee, he was able to change the measure of restraint, which allowed him to leave Turkey on December 10.
On December 12, a solemn ceremony of the KPFL & WFA KR Awards 2025 took place in Bishkek, organized by the Kyrgyz Professional Football League in collaboration with the Women's Football Association of Kyrgyzstan. This event became a landmark occasion in the off-season, summarizing the football year and recognizing the best representatives of both men's and women's football in the country. For the Women's Football Association of the KR, this ceremony held special
"From life in an orphanage to the streets and finally to working at a foundation. This is the story of Akzhol Aydarov, who has experienced a true rebirth. His journey includes years spent on the streets and a struggle with alcohol addiction. After going through rehabilitation and adaptation, he not only managed to overcome his addiction but also to start a new life!" - this is how the post from the "Fountain of Life" foundation begins on Facebook, which introduced us to the
According to the agency's report, during the specified period, Kyrgyzstan exported 1,300 tons of canned tomatoes to Uzbekistan, generating over $695,000. Compared to the same period in 2024, when 818 tons were sold for $387,000, there is a significant increase. In addition to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan also sends canned tomatoes to several other countries:
- In the third quarter of 2025, the market for government securities of the Kyrgyz Republic featured instruments of all maturities, except for 20-year issues. Long-term government treasury bonds (GKO) with a three-year maturity became the most relevant for investors. In the short-term segment, government treasury bills (GKV) with a maturity of 12 months continued to dominate.
This information was provided by the press service of the State National Security Committee. According to their reports, the completion of work on the remaining sections is scheduled according to the approved timeline, which will last until 2026.
- According to the NBKR report on monetary policy for the third quarter of 2025, activity in the repo market on the interbank lending market remained at the level of the previous quarter, although the volume of transactions slightly decreased. At the same time, there is an increase in interest rates and transaction terms. The total volume of repo transactions decreased by only 3% compared to the previous quarter.