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An international conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas" was held in Bishkek.
Culture / Exclusive

An international conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas" was held in Bishkek.

The National Academy "Manas", in collaboration with the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn and the Institute of Literature named after Ch. Aitmatov of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, organized an international scientific and practical conference on December 2, dedicated to the theme "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas." According to the academy, among the participants of the conference were the State Secretary of the

04.12.2025, 09:37
"Where to Build Social Facilities and Green Areas if 60% of Bishkek is Private Land?"
Politics / Bishkek

"Where to Build Social Facilities and Green Areas if 60% of Bishkek is Private Land?"

To restore the lost greenery, developers propose to develop roadside infrastructure. However, ecologist Dmitry Pereyaslavsky considers this approach insufficient and calls for stricter zoning from the authorities. In a conversation with a journalist from VB.KG, he emphasized that the General Plan project lacks zones for social facilities and parks in some areas with low-rise buildings.

04.12.2025, 09:25
Banknotes

In the third quarter, the NBKR recorded 105 incidents in payment systems.

- In the third quarter of 2025, 105 incidents related to the operation of payment systems were recorded in Kyrgyzstan. This information is presented in the analysis of reports from payment system operators operating in the country. The National Bank notes that the largest share of incidents was due to failures on the part of service providers — 44.75% of the total cases. Power supply issues accounted for 30.48%. Additionally, 14.29% of incidents were related to malfunctions of hardware-software

04.12.2025, 08:33
Culture / Exclusive

In Jalal-Abad, a performance was held for the Day of People with Disabilities

As part of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated on December 3, a performance titled "Trial of Fate" ("Тагдыр сыноосу") was held at the Barpa Theater in Jalal-Abad. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. About 400 participants with disabilities attended the event. A series of activities were organized for them, including a concert program, motivational theatrical performances, and acts addressing social issues.

03.12.2025, 18:08
Agriculture

Potato prices decreased by 7.7% in October

- In October 2025, there is a 2.1% increase in prices for fresh vegetables, while the cost of fresh fruits has risen by 0.9%. The data is provided in reports from the National Statistical Committee. At the same time, potato prices fell by 7.7% during this period.

03.12.2025, 17:01
Filming of the movie "Aitmatov" has begun. What is known about the project
Culture / Exclusive

Filming of the movie "Aitmatov" has begun. What is known about the project

A young Kyrgyz director Kanibek Kalmatov shared with IA "Kabar" information about the start of filming the long-awaited full-length biographical film "Aitmatov," which is dedicated to the life and work of the outstanding writer Chyngyz Aitmatov. The filming process began on November 30. As Kalmatov stated, work is actively underway on the first block, and several filming stages are planned at different times. The main focus is on natural locations, where set designers and

03.12.2025, 16:50
Industry

Sugar production in Kyrgyzstan increased to 2.6 billion soms in 10 months

- In the first ten months of 2025, sugar production in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 2 billion 685.5 million soms, as indicated by the statistics. This result was 54.1% higher than in the same period of 2024, when 1 billion 742.3 million soms were produced. At the same time, in October 2025, the volume of sugar production was 881.9 million soms, which is 33.7% less than in October 2024, when this figure was 1 billion 330.8 million soms. The index of the physical volume of sugar production in October

03.12.2025, 16:01
Local news / Karakol

Ski Resort "KarakoL" Opens the Season

According to the Department of Tourism, JARYK FEST will become the foundation for a new tradition of the annual ceremonial opening of the winter season in Kyrgyzstan. This event is planned to be bright, modern, and atmospheric, which will allow it to become the hallmark of the country's winter tourism. The main goal of the festival is to promote winter tourism in Karakol and position Kyrgyzstan as a year-round destination where culture, active recreation, and unique nature combine.

03.12.2025, 15:08
Agriculture

In November, 50,000 cubic meters of timber were exported from the Sverdlovsk region to several countries, including Kyrgyzstan.

- In November 2025, the Ural Interregional Office of Rosselkhoznadzor was monitoring the export of 50,000 cubic meters of timber from the Sverdlovsk region to countries both near and far abroad. This information was provided by Rosselkhoznadzor. Timber was exported using rail and road transport. A total of 742 phytosanitary certificates were issued in the "Argus-Phytо" system, of which 210 were for railcars and 532 for trucks.

03.12.2025, 13:57
Filming of a feature film about Chingiz Aitmatov has begun
Culture / Exclusive

Filming of a feature film about Chingiz Aitmatov has begun

The filming of a feature film dedicated to the outstanding writer Chyngyz Aitmatov has officially begun. This was reported to the Kabar agency by the director and cinematographer Kanibek Kalmatov. He noted that viewers will soon be able to see a teaser for the film, which will reveal the main events and themes that the movie will focus on.

03.12.2025, 13:40
Economy / Women of Kyrgyzstan

Women entrepreneurs in the Kyrgyz Republic can now obtain loans at 12 percent

Women entrepreneurs in Kyrgyzstan can now take advantage of loans with an annual interest rate of 12%. This has become possible thanks to the initiative of the Entrepreneurship Development Fund. According to the agency, loans are available for women working in the service and manufacturing sectors, as well as for legal entities where the share of women founders is at least 50%. The main goal of this program is to support businesses in the regions; however, residents of Bishkek and Osh are not

03.12.2025, 13:27
Health / Inventors of Kyrgyzstan / Exclusive

Due to the increase in ARVI, 12 kindergartens in the Kadamjay district are closed

In the Batken region, in the Kadamjay district, 12 kindergartens have temporarily suspended their operations due to an increase in cases of acute respiratory viral infections. According to information from the district center for sanitary and epidemiological surveillance, as of December 3, 12 preschool institutions in the area have been closed due to the rise in ARVI cases.

03.12.2025, 13:16
The V International Festival of Opera Art named after Bulat Minzhylkieva will take place in Bishkek.
Culture / Exclusive

The V International Festival of Opera Art named after Bulat Minzhylkieva will take place in Bishkek.

In honor of the 85th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding opera performer and People's Artist of the USSR Bulat Minzhilkiyev, the V International Festival of Opera Art will be held at the Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev. According to Elena Myagkova, head of the literary and dramaturgical department of the theater, the event will take place on December 13 and 14. The festival will feature famous artists from the world opera stage. During

03.12.2025, 12:32
Issyk-Kul is Being Saved: New Treatment Facilities in Balakchy and Plans for Cholpon-Ata
Local news / Issyk-Kul Region

Issyk-Kul is Being Saved: New Treatment Facilities in Balakchy and Plans for Cholpon-Ata

Photo 24.kg. Treatment facilities in the city of Balakchy The ecological situation around Lake Issyk-Kul, known as the pearl of Kyrgyzstan, has been threatened for several years due to wastewater pollution and the spread of algae. In response to this problem, a project called "Issyk-Kul Wastewater Management" has been launched in the country. Positive changes can already be observed: the number of subscribers connected to the central sewage system in Balakchy has increased from 30 to

03.12.2025, 12:17
Banknotes

A commission is being introduced for receiving ruble transfers in Kyrgyzstan

- Starting from December 1, 2025, in Kyrgyzstan, when receiving money transfers in Russian rubles, the payout points will be able to charge recipients a commission of up to 1.5% of the transfer amount. This information was published on the website of the international payment system AstraSend (Russia). In the official statement from the company, it is noted:

03.12.2025, 12:03
Industry

The Cabinet clarified the licensing framework for the Tegene coal deposit

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, in accordance with order No. 1000-r, updated the previous order dated March 6, 2023, under number 97-r. The main change concerns the boundaries of the licensed area of the "Tegene" coal deposit, located in the Aksy district of the Jalal-Abad region. The adjustment was made taking into account the actual position of the ore body and the projected contours of the quarry. The document also clarifies the status of the subsoil user: instead

03.12.2025, 09:22
Agriculture

The Cabinet strengthened anti-corruption measures in the Ministry of Agriculture

- Resolution No. 735, adopted by the Cabinet of Ministers, introduces amendments to several subordinate acts concerning the activities of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and the Processing Industry. One of the main innovations is the introduction of a mandatory internal corruption prevention system and the establishment of personal responsibility for leaders for the lack of necessary measures.

03.12.2025, 08:53
Industry

The Cabinet allocated 8.52 hectares in Kara-Suu for a brick factory

- In accordance with Resolution No. 734, the Cabinet of Ministers changed the status of 8.52 hectares of land in the village of Kairagach (Aiyl District of Manas, Kara-Suu District, Osh Region) from agricultural to industrial land for the construction of a brick factory. The structure of the allocated territory includes: contour No. 1 — 5.48 hectares (irrigated arable land), contour No. 11 — 0.21 hectares (irrigated arable land), contour No. 3 — 2.83 hectares (rainfed arable land).

03.12.2025, 08:39
Economy / Women of Kyrgyzstan

Women entrepreneurs in Kyrgyzstan can now obtain loans at 12 percent.

The Entrepreneurship Development Fund has announced the launch of a loan program for women entrepreneurs with an annual interest rate of 12%. According to the fund, financing is available for women engaged in manufacturing and service activities, as well as for legal entities where women make up at least 50% of the founders. These funds are intended to support businesses in the regions; however, loans at the specified rate cannot be obtained in Bishkek and Osh.

03.12.2025, 08:22
Agriculture

The Rosselkhoznadzor Revealed Violations in the Import of 62 Tons of Fruits and Vegetables from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. The Cargo Has Been Returned

- From November 24 to 30, the Ural Interregional Office of Rosselkhoznadzor inspected 38 trucks at the "Bugristoye" border crossing on the Russian-Kazakh border, which imported 778.5 tons of various products from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, including vegetables, fruits, nuts, flour, and cereals, as reported by the service itself. Among the cargo:

02.12.2025, 18:49
Industry

Ministry of Construction Employees Checked the Ceramic Brick Factory in Razzakov

On December 2, the Ministry of Construction announced an inspection of a ceramic brick manufacturing plant located in Batken. The on-site inspection was carried out by employees of the Southern Regional Office of the Republican Center for Certification in Construction. The plant is located in the city of Razakov, in an area known as the Standard site.

02.12.2025, 18:43
Industry

In 9 months, Kyrgyzstan exported ice cream worth $4.3 million

According to data from the National Statistical Committee, the export of ice cream from Kyrgyzstan decreased by 19% in the first nine months of 2025. According to the agency's information, from January to September, the republic exported 3,800 tons of ice cream, which brought in $4.3 million. Compared to the same period in 2024, when exports amounted to 4,600 tons worth $5.3 million, there is a 19% increase in volume.

02.12.2025, 18:43
Young authors are invited to participate in the short film competition
Culture / Exclusive

Young authors are invited to participate in the short film competition

On December 7, 2025, the UniFrame Short Film Festival 2025 will take place in Kyrgyzstan. This festival, organized by SMM CLUB in collaboration with Ala-Too International University, is an annual short film competition, as reported by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic. This event gives young talents the chance to showcase themselves as directors, screenwriters, or actors, as well as to present their vision on the big screen.

02.12.2025, 18:20
Sadyr Japarov provided support to the employees conducting the cleanup of Lake Issyk-Kul
Local news / Culture / Exclusive

Sadyr Japarov provided support to the employees conducting the cleanup of Lake Issyk-Kul

President Sadyr Japarov expressed support for the divers of the Emergency Situations Ministry's Diving Service, as well as employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision involved in the cleaning of Lake Issyk-Kul. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, this work began on March 12, 2023, at the initiative of President Japarov. Currently, specialists from three ministries are participating

02.12.2025, 17:59
Agriculture

In 9 months, Kyrgyzstan exported pasta products worth $6 million

From January to September 2025, Kyrgyzstan increased its pasta exports by 2%, according to the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's data, 3,600 tons of pasta were exported in the first nine months of the current year, totaling $6 million. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, exports amounted to 3,500 tons, bringing in $5.6 million, which also confirms a 2% growth in volume.

02.12.2025, 17:58
Local news / Culture

With the support of the president, the cleaning of Issyk-Kul continues

Sadyr Japarov, the president of the country, allocated funding to improve the food conditions for the employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations who are engaged in cleaning Lake Issyk-Kul, as well as for the workers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Ministry of Natural Resources responsible for the protection of the lake. Since the beginning of 2023, the cleaning of the lake has been carried out under the direct supervision of the president.

02.12.2025, 17:19
The delegation of Kyrgyzstan participated in the work of the 34th session of the IMO Assembly
Foreign policy / Exclusive

The delegation of Kyrgyzstan participated in the work of the 34th session of the IMO Assembly

For the first time, the delegation of the Kyrgyz Republic, led by the Ambassador to the United Kingdom Ulan Jusupov, is participating in the work of the 34th session of the IMO Assembly as a new member. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meetings are taking place in London from November 25 to December 4, 2025. Kyrgyzstan's entry into the IMO is considered a significant step towards the development of international cooperation, providing new opportunities for strengthening

02.12.2025, 17:00
Local news / Culture

The concept of ecological and economic development of Issyk-Kul has been approved

Recently, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed a resolution approving the Concept of Sustainable Development of the "Issyk-Kul" Ecological and Economic System until 2030, as well as an Action Plan for its implementation. The document outlines the main provisions of the concept, as well as a matrix of indicators that allows tracking progress in achieving the set goals.

02.12.2025, 16:33
The Cabinet approved the concept of sustainable development for Issyk-Kul
Culture

The Cabinet approved the concept of sustainable development for Issyk-Kul

Photo from the internet. The concept of sustainable development of Issyk-Kul has been approved by the Cabinet The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the concept of sustainable development of the ecological and economic system "Issyk-Kul," which will be in effect until 2030, as well as an action plan for its implementation. The decree was signed by the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the adopted document, not only the concept itself was approved, but also the action

02.12.2025, 16:22
Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, high-quality feed and low fees for pastures, - specialist from the Veterinary Service

Sharshen Chotonov, the chief specialist of the Veterinary Service for Livestock Development, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry, noted that in various regions of the country, such as Naryn, Osh, and Chatkal, pasture feeds have high nutritional value. He emphasized that 1 kilogram of succulent feed is equivalent to 1 kilogram of concentrated feed, which allows animals to graze effectively on pastures without the need for additional

02.12.2025, 16:06
Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture is developing a digital system for the registration of pesticides and agrochemicals.

- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about the launch of a project to develop a digital system designed for the registration of pesticides and agrochemicals, as well as the formation of a unified electronic catalog. According to the ministry, this system will provide up-to-date information on approved substances and will track their journey from the moment of registration to their arrival at the warehouse. This will create

02.12.2025, 16:01
Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, the rational use of pastures and livestock breed selection is being developed, - Ministry of Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, there is an active implementation of measures aimed at the rational use of pastures and improving the breed composition of livestock. This was shared on the air by Sharsen Chotonov, the chief specialist of the Veterinary Service for Livestock Development, Pastures, and Feed under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Chotonov noted that a system has been developed for managing pastures, which allows for the accounting and distribution of land

02.12.2025, 15:55
Industry

Analysts named 4 industries in Kyrgyzstan with high growth potential

- Specialists from the Eurasian Development Bank (EADB) have assessed the industrial potential of the Kyrgyz Republic by 2025. The authors of the report emphasize that Kyrgyzstan has unique starting conditions due to its geographical location, access to the EAEU markets, competitive labor costs, and an already existing light industry.

02.12.2025, 14:52
Agriculture

The use of silage will increase milk production, - specialist from the Veterinary Service

- According to Sharshen Chotonov, the chief specialist of the Veterinary Service, the development of milk production in Kyrgyzstan is directly related to the use of silage, which he discussed on the radio. He noted that after the collapse of the Soviet Union, control over milk and meat production significantly weakened, leading to the closure of many dairy factories and a decrease in the use of silage.

02.12.2025, 14:31
Agriculture

In the Panfilov District, 400 meters of concrete pavement has been laid

- In the Panfilov District, work continues on laying the concrete surface on the Upper Canal, which totals 700 meters in length. Currently, the laying has been completed on 400 meters. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry, the Upper Canal, which was built in 1949, is 16.2 kilometers long and provides irrigation for 2,071 hectares of irrigated land.

02.12.2025, 13:24