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An event on cultural heritage exchange between Kyrgyzstan and China is taking place in Bishkek.

On December 15, an event dedicated to the exchange of intangible cultural heritage and the presentation of tourism opportunities in the region of "Xinjiang - a beautiful place" took place in Bishkek. This event was organized by the Chinese Embassy in Kyrgyzstan. Representatives from various agencies participated, including the Ministry of Culture, the Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Economy of the country, as well as the Department of Culture and Tourism of the Xinjiang

15.12.2025, 17:53
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Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey and embassy staff honored the memory of Chyngyz Aitmatov

In Ankara, employees of the Kyrgyz embassy, led by Ruslan Kazakbaev, held commemorative events in honor of Chyngyz Aitmatov. These events were organized in connection with the 97th anniversary of the birth of the outstanding writer from Kyrgyzstan. The ceremonies included a moment of silence and the laying of wreaths at the monuments of Aitmatov located in parks named after him in the municipalities of Keçiören and Çankaya in Ankara.

15.12.2025, 17:17
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The project "Birimdik Kerbeni" kicks off in Bishkek as part of the VI World Nomad Games

In Bishkek, the cultural project "Birimdik Kerbeni" is launching, which will be part of the VI World Nomad Games and will cover all corners of Kyrgyzstan. According to the press service of the mayor's office, the project symbolizes the journey of water — the most important element for the Kyrgyz people, associated with life, purity, and continuity. The water that will flow through the country carries not only ecological value but also a deep symbol of unity and renewal, which is

15.12.2025, 16:06
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In Bishkek, the winners of the republican competition-festival "Starry Sky" were awarded

On December 14, the Federation of Dance Art of Kyrgyzstan held the competition-festival "Starry Sky" in Bishkek, covering various dance styles. The event gathered over 2,000 participants, including young dancers, creative groups, and students from art schools across Kyrgyzstan. One of the standout participants of the festival was the team "Song-Kul Gem," consisting of students from the Children's Art School named after Ch. Duyshiev, located in the Jumgal district. Under

15.12.2025, 15:51
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The V International Opera Art Festival Dedicated to the 85th Anniversary of Bolot Minzhilkiev Has Kicked Off in Bishkek

The V International Opera Art Festival was opened in Bishkek, dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the outstanding opera singer and People's Artist of the USSR Bulat Minzhilkiyev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The solemn event was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov, Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Timurlan Azhymaliev, as well as representatives of the cultural sphere, foreign guests, and relatives of the late artist.

15.12.2025, 10:33
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From December 23 to 28, the Bishkek Drama Theater will present the performance "Doctor Aibolit"

The Bishkek City Dramatic Theater named after A. Umuraliev opens its doors for children and their parents in anticipation of the New Year. Every day from December 23 to 28 at 2:00 PM, audiences will be able to enjoy the premiere performance of the festive play "Doctor Aybolit." After the performance, all participants will be welcomed to an entertainment program by the New Year tree, where Ded Moroz, Snegurochka, and many fairy-tale characters will be present.

15.12.2025, 10:20
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The National Historical Museum Received the KCRMS Digital Cultural Resource Management System

On December 13, a ceremony took place at the National Historical Museum to officially transfer the KCRMS digital cultural resource management system. The event was attended by the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, who opened the event with a welcoming speech. Among the guests were also the Executive Director of the Asian Cultural Center (ACC), Kim Sang Wook, and a representative of the Korean Embassy in Kyrgyzstan, Kim Kwan Jae.

15.12.2025, 10:07
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The first meeting of the experimental book club will take place at the IZO Museum.

The Gapar Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts is organizing the first meeting of an experimental book club as part of the MUSEALE-90 project, in collaboration with the Archive of Asian Art from Hong Kong and the Bishkek School of Contemporary Art. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the main goal of the club is to connect literature and art, transforming the reading process into an active exploration of images, ideas, and emotions.

15.12.2025, 10:00
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The historical series "Kara-Kyrgyz" will premiere on screens from December 27.

The premiere of the new historical series "Kara-Kyrgyz" will take place on December 27 on the national television channel of Kyrgyzstan and in the online cinema "Etnomedia." The plot of the project is dedicated to important events in the history of the Kyrgyz people. As reported by the Ministry of Culture, the series covers the period from 1917 to 1924 and tells the story of the Kyrgyz people's fate after the tragic events of the Ürkün, when the country was in a

15.12.2025, 09:52
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Composer and performer Sherkul Duyshonaliev has passed away

At the age of 69, after a long illness, Kyrgyz composer, educator, and performer Sherkul Duyshonaliev passed away. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture, Sherkul Duyshonaliev left a significant creative legacy, recording both his compositions and works by other authors accompanied by various ensembles and a symphony orchestra, becoming part of the "golden fund" of Kyrgyz Radio.

15.12.2025, 09:37
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Surnames of the Laureates of the Literary Prize "Altyn Kalem"

On December 12, a ceremony to award the winners of the literary prize "Altyn Kalem" was held at the National Historical Museum, organized in honor of National Literature Day. Among those present at the event were Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov, Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, as well as the Chairman of the National Union of Writers of Kyrgyzstan Kanibek Imanaliev. Creative figures, writers, poets, and literature enthusiasts were also spotted

13.12.2025, 15:16
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At the IZO Museum, there will be a lecture by artist Emil Tilekov titled "History in Color"

On December 13, a lecture will be held at the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, presented by artist Emil Tilekov. The theme of the event is "History in Color." According to the museum's press service, this lecture is the result of in-depth research into the process of colorizing ancient ethnographic photographs. Emil Tilekov will share his findings, explain the essence of this phenomenon, and familiarize the audience with its characteristic features.

13.12.2025, 12:48
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Kyrgyzstan participated in the fifth international seminar "SolidArt" in Yerevan

From December 2 to 5, the fifth international seminar "SolidArt. Contemporary Art and Public Administration" took place in the capital of Armenia, Yerevan, with active participation from representatives of the Kyrgyz film industry. This seminar was organized by the public organization "Calendar. Union of Scientific and Creative Initiatives" in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture, and Sports of Armenia and supported by the Intergovernmental Fund for

13.12.2025, 12:12
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The premiere of the play "Semetei," created in collaboration between Kyrgyzstan and Korea, took place.

The long-awaited premiere of the performance "Semetey" took place on the stage of the Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev in Bishkek. This event was the result of collaboration between the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan and the Asian Cultural Center of the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of the Republic of Korea. High-ranking guests attended the opening ceremony, including State Secretary Arslan

13.12.2025, 12:04
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Training on anti-corruption legislation conducted for employees of the Department of Cinematography

Employees of the Department of Cinematography, which is under the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, underwent training dedicated to changes in the anti-corruption legislation of Kyrgyzstan. The aim of this event was to clarify the provisions of the laws that strengthen accountability for corrupt actions. The training was conducted by F. Ajibaev, the authorized representative for the prevention of corruption, who explained in detail the changes introduced by Law No. 209 of

13.12.2025, 11:46
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Kyrgyzstan participated in the Fajr International Film Festival of Iran

From November 30 to December 3, the Fajr International Film Festival took place in the city of Shiraz, with a delegation from Kyrgyzstan participating. The delegation was headed by Nurgül Moldosheva, the head of the International Relations Department of the Cinematography Department of the Ministry of Culture. According to the press service of the ministry, a meeting was held during the festival with Mohammad Tayyeb, a representative of the Iranian Cinematic Organization.

12.12.2025, 17:28
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At the Young Spectator's Theatre, the artistic drama "Arabaev - Seven Days" was presented.

On December 12, a performance of the artistic drama "Arabayev — Seven Days" took place at the State Theater for Young Spectators named after Baken Kydykeeva, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the Kyrgyz State University named after I. Arabayev. As reported by representatives of the theater, this performance was dedicated to the first Kyrgyz enlightener Ishenaly Arabayev.

12.12.2025, 13:52
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Kyrgyz Filmmakers Participated in the International Film Festival Baku Cinema Breeze

The International Film Festival Baku Cinema Breeze took place from December 7 to 10 in Baku, Azerbaijan, gathering participants from various countries, including an official delegation from Kyrgyzstan. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Included in the Kyrgyz delegation were representatives from the Department of Cinematography, the National Film Studio "Kyrgyzfilm" named after T. Okeev, as well as the State Institution

12.12.2025, 12:36
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The Gapar Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts Celebrates Its 90th Anniversary. Photos

On December 11, a solemn celebration of the 90th anniversary of the National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev took place, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Among the guests of the event were representatives of culture and art, including the Minister of Culture, Information and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, the Ambassador of Hungary Sandor Dorogi, the Chairman of the Union of Artists of Kyrgyzstan Jakshybek Junushev, and the former director of the museum

12.12.2025, 12:28
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The director of the National Theater "Manas," Nurbek Talantbekov, has been temporarily suspended from his position.

The National Theater "Manas" is temporarily without its director Nurbek Talantbekov, who has been suspended from his duties until the current investigation is completed. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Information about the conflict that arose among the manaschy at the Kyrgyz National Theater "Manas" appeared on social media on December 9.

11.12.2025, 19:51
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In Bishkek, a new edition of the literary anthology of young authors was presented

On December 11 in Bishkek, in honor of the National Day of Literature, the State Fund for Intellectual Property under the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations organized a presentation of the new issue of the young authors' almanac "Saamalik-18," which also coincided with the 25th anniversary of the "Saamalik" project. According to the press service of the Ministry of Science, the event was attended by Deputy Minister Kemel Sadykov.

11.12.2025, 18:00
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The film festival "Bir Dүynө - Kyrgyzstan" will open in Bishkek on December 12, and the premiere of the documentary film "Mandat" will take place.

On December 12, the XIX International Festival of Documentary Films on Human Rights titled "Bir Dүynө - Kyrgyzstan 2025" will be inaugurated in Bishkek. On the same day, the premiere of the work by Swiss director Stefan Ziegler — the documentary film "Mandate" — is expected. This was announced at a press conference held on December 11, where the festival organizers: Tolekan Ismailova, Nakynai Aydakeeva, Murat Karypov, Adilet Alimkulov, and the director Stefan Ziegler himself

11.12.2025, 14:19
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A presentation of a book dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the museum will take place at the Osh Regional Museum of Fine Arts.

On December 18, a presentation of a book will take place at the Osh Regional Museum of Fine Arts named after Turgunbai Sadykov, marking the 20th anniversary of the institution and its contribution to the development of artistic culture in southern Kyrgyzstan. According to the museum, the main goal of the event is to present the results of many years of work on the study and preservation of artistic heritage. The book presentation will occur in the year of the 90th anniversary of the famous

11.12.2025, 13:55
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From December 12 to 20, an exhibition dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the G. Aitieva KNMII "MUZEALE-90" will take place.

From December 12 to 20, the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after G. Aitiev will hold an exhibition dedicated to its 90th anniversary titled "MUZELE-90". The concept of MUZELE encompasses not only the physical space of the museum but also its invisible aspects — the labor, stories of people, architectural changes, and cultural missions. According to museum representatives, it is more than just a building or a collection; it is a complex intertwining of human destinies and

11.12.2025, 11:50
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The National Historical Museum held a seminar for the staff of the "Ata-Beyit" complex

The National Historical Museum held a training seminar for the staff of the national historical and memorial complex "Ata-Beyit." This event was initiated by the management of the complex with the aim of enhancing the qualifications of specialists. The seminar was led by Ömürbek Samudинов, who holds the position of head of the museum education, enlightenment, and scientific-methodological work department at the NIM. He presented various approaches and methods of museum activities to

11.12.2025, 11:40
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The G. Aitieva Museum of Fine Arts celebrates the 90th anniversary of the gallery's founding — an open lecture has been announced

On December 13, the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev will hold a lecture dedicated to the 90th anniversary of the country's first art gallery and the historical aspects of museum work in Kyrgyzstan. The history of this important cultural institution began in 1934, when artist Semyon Chuykov, founding the Union of Artists of the Kyrgyz Republic, proposed creating an art collection. As a result, in January 1935, the gallery opened its doors in the renovated

11.12.2025, 11:40
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A unique balbal found in the Chui Valley has been transferred to the National Historical Museum

The National Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan has been enriched with a unique artifact — an ancient balbal that was found in the Chui Valley. According to information from the Ministry of Culture, archaeologist Kubat Tabaldiev, Doctor of Historical Sciences, officially handed over this stone statue, which had been kept in a private collection for many years.

11.12.2025, 11:08
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In the city of Manas, a literary event "Yntymak" will take place.

The literary event titled "Ынтымак" will take place on December 12 at 14:00 at the Jalal-Abad Regional Kyrgyz Drama Theater named after Barpy. This event is dedicated to National Literature Day. The poet Kudayberdi Arapbaev, better known as Bala Barpy, will perform works by the great poet Barpy Alykulov, with whom he has been acquainted for many years and studies his creativity.

11.12.2025, 10:54
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A joint meeting of the Coordination Council for Youth Policy Development and representatives of international organizations was held

A joint meeting of the Coordinating Council, which focuses on the development of youth policy, took place in Kyrgyzstan with the participation of representatives from international organizations. According to the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, key results of the agency's work in the field of youth policy for the year 2025 were presented at the meeting.

11.12.2025, 10:43
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Kyrgyz drink maksym included in the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity

The UNESCO Secretariat has announced the inclusion of the traditional knowledge of preparing the Kyrgyz drink Maksym in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. This decision was made at the 20th session of the Intergovernmental Committee, which is taking place from December 8 to 13 in New Delhi. The voting on this matter took place on December 10 and was unanimous.

10.12.2025, 18:02
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Officials of the Ministry of Culture were informed about the new anti-corruption rules and measures of responsibility

At the Ministry of Culture, Information, Printing, and Youth Sports, training was held for employees of the central office, dedicated to new changes in anti-corruption legislation and involving youth in the fight against corruption. According to information from the Ministry of Culture, the purpose of the event was to clarify the norms of new laws that tighten responsibility for corrupt actions. This training was organized in honor of the International Anti-Corruption Day.

10.12.2025, 12:59
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Construction of a new 8-story building of the Kyrgyz National Music College named after M. Kureneev has begun.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the construction of a new educational institution — the Kyrgyz National Music College named after M. Kureneev — has officially begun. The construction is taking place on the site of the old building located at 162 Panfilova Street, according to information provided by the Ministry of Culture. The previous building was deemed unsuitable for further use due to serious structural damage, violations of sanitary standards, and the engineering systems not

10.12.2025, 12:49
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The Minister of Culture met with representatives of the French festival "Avignon Off"

On December 9, the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev met with the delegation of the French festival "Avignon Off" in Bishkek. According to the Ministry of Culture, the delegation included the producer of Central Asia Days at the festival, Nathalie Tovendi, the director of international relations of the city of Avignon, Jacques Maurice, and other representatives.

10.12.2025, 11:48
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Ministry of Culture on the Restoration of Tash-Rabat: The Architectural Monument is Under Threat of Destruction Due to Natural and Anthropogenic Impacts

The Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy has made a statement regarding the ongoing work at the Tash-Rabat caravanserai, located in the Naryn region. According to the department, this architectural monument is facing the threat of destruction caused by both natural and anthropogenic factors. In this regard, a tender for restoration was announced in 2025, with the winner being the JSC "Yug-Stroyservice." The specified work is being carried out as part of the state program

09.12.2025, 17:36
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A new procedure for strengthening the protection of historical and cultural heritage has been approved in Kyrgyzstan

According to the law adopted on July 31, 2025, under number 175 "On Amendments to the Law on the Protection and Use of Historical and Cultural Heritage," a list of territories with high potential for the discovery of historical and cultural heritage objects has been approved. The Ministry of Culture reports that this list establishes the procedure for conducting archaeological surveys on various land plots and is aimed at protecting the cultural heritage of the country.

09.12.2025, 16:20
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Kyrgyz Actors to Present the Play "Mañ" in Andijan

On December 10, the performance of "Mañ," created by the Naryn Regional Academic Drama Theater named after M. Ryskulov, will take place on the stage of the Andijan Regional Musical Drama Theater in Uzbekistan. The director of this production is Sultan Raev. According to the information from the press service of the Ministry of Culture, this work is a theatrical interpretation of the novel by Chyngyz Aitmatov "And the Day Lasts More Than a Century."

09.12.2025, 13:02
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A concert was held in Bishkek as part of Kyrgyz-Chinese cultural cooperation

On December 8, a concert titled "The Silk Road of Love: Chinese Melodies" took place at the Kyrgyz National Theater "Manas." This event was organized as part of the cultural cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and China. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the concert was attended by Deputy Minister of Culture Marat Tagaev, the advisor to the Chinese ambassador in Kyrgyzstan Sun Dapeng, and a Chinese delegation.

09.12.2025, 12:59
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The II International "Aitmatov Readings" Took Place in Novosibirsk

On December 5-6, the II International Scientific and Practical Conference dedicated to the National Day of Literature of Kyrgyzstan, titled "Aitmatov Readings," took place at the Novosibirsk State Regional Scientific Library. According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Consul General of Kyrgyzstan, Aibek Aydarbekov, emphasized the importance of Chingiz Aitmatov's legacy in the context of world literature, as well as the relevance of his ideas about

08.12.2025, 20:44
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In Bishkek, the 70th anniversary of composer Muratbek Begaliev was celebrated

On December 6, a solemn event took place at the National Opera and Ballet Theater, dedicated to the 70th anniversary of the outstanding composer and People's Artist of the Kyrgyz Republic, Professor Muratbek Begaliev, who is a laureate of the Toktogul State Prize. Among the participants of the event were the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, foreign guests, public figures, as well as representatives from the culture and arts sector.

08.12.2025, 17:52
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Hollywood-Asia: Asel Sherniyazova's Interview with George Clooney: On Mindfulness in Life and the Mistakes That Teach Us. Video

Interview of Asel Sherniyazova with George Clooney. The film Jay Kelly tells the story of a famous actor who, along with his team, embarks on a journey to Europe. This trip becomes not only a professional challenge but also an opportunity to come to terms with his own past and restore lost connections. The main character reconsiders the key moments that led to his success and feelings of loneliness.

08.12.2025, 16:06