The Jogorku Kenesh approved the amount of the Aitmatov Prize for 2026

At the meeting held on December 25, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh discussed the draft on the amount of monetary reward established for the Chingiz Aitmatov Prize, which will be awarded in 2026. Eldar Suimanov, head of the Committee on International Affairs, Security, Defense, and Migration, reported that the proposed amount of the prize is 1 million soms. After the discussion, the deputies unanimously approved the draft resolution on the amount of the monetary reward, which will be in

A delegate from Suzak requests an increase in benefits for heroic mothers

At the IV People's Kurultai, which is taking place in the Jalal-Abad region, delegate Sharipa Nurakmanova represents the interests of the Suzak district. In her speech, she emphasized that the amount of the allowance for heroic mothers is currently only 1,000 soms. Sharipa Nurakmanova called for increasing this amount to 10,000 soms, as the current payment is insufficient even for purchasing necessary medications.

"‘Siberian’ Frosts Expected in Turkey"

Starting Friday, a significant part of Turkey will be under the influence of frosts known as "Siberian," which will lead to snowfall even in Istanbul, where a prolonged drought has been observed this year, reports RIA Novosti, citing local meteorologists. According to the latest forecasts, starting from December 26, cold and rainy weather is expected across the country. Snow and rain will be noted in the northern, central, and eastern regions. The perceived temperature will drop by

Three Enterprises Opened in the City of Talas

In Talas, a ceremonial opening of three new manufacturing enterprises took place. This event occurred on December 25 as part of the IV People's Kurultai with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov. During the ceremony, asphalt, reinforced concrete, and gravel plants were launched.

Ministry of Labor: In the third quarter of 2025, more than 800 children found families

The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that in the third quarter of 2025, more than 800 children found families. Of these, 492 children were placed under guardianship, 370 were adopted at the national level, and 2 were adopted by foreign citizens. The agency noted that each family that took in a child undergoes mandatory registration and is under constant supervision by guardianship authorities. This ensures proper care, upbringing, and

Year Results: Key Indicators of Leading Industries by Taxes

According to the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, in the first 11 months of 2025, the main sectors of the economy made a significant contribution to the formation of tax revenues. The data shows that the structure of tax revenues remains stable. In particular, the mining industry accounted for 20.6% of the total tax contributions, trade — 31%, financial services — 4.7%, the construction sector — 5.6%, communications — 2.3%, electricity — 2%, education — 1.5%, and the production of

In the Sokuluk District, a "Lexus" car was damaged as a result of a traffic accident.

As a result of a road traffic accident in the Sokuluk district, a Lexus RX SUV was damaged severely. According to witnesses, the incident occurred in the rural ayil of Kozhomkul, located in the Chui region, on the side of the Bishkek–Kara-Balta road. The SUV overturned, leading to significant mechanical damage.

The NBKR has made changes to the legislation on the special regulatory regime for banks

- On December 17, 2025, the Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic made a decision to amend the legislation regulating special regimes. As part of the testing, operations with virtual assets backed by both national and foreign currencies are now permitted. However, only commercial banks, payment system operators, and payment organizations are allowed to participate in these operations.

In Mailuu-Suu, they are asking to build a hydroelectric power station and establish continuous operation of the plant.

During the IV People's Kurultai, a delegate from Mailuu-Suu, Abdyvakhab Nuraliev, voiced important requests from local residents. He noted that it is necessary to restore the operation of the Mailuu-Suu lamp factory, as the products of this enterprise are not in demand among the population.

In the BCUZ, they talked about the harm of smog and how to protect oneself from its effects.

At the Bishkek Center for Health Promotion, they discussed the impact of smog on human health and offered advice on how to minimize it. Smog represents a high degree of atmospheric pollution with harmful substances that enter the air due to the operation of industrial enterprises, automotive transport, and stoves using solid fuel, especially under adverse weather conditions.

In Bishkek, temperatures will rise to +13°C: forecast for the end of the year

An abnormally high temperature is expected in Bishkek for December. December 26

NBKR and IFC Discussed Key Directions for the Development of Digital Finance in Kyrgyzstan

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), organized a roundtable on December 22 dedicated to the development of digital financial technologies in the country. Participants included representatives from the Association of Payment System Operators, the Association of Virtual Asset Market Participants, as well as commercial banks and the Union of Banks of Kyrgyzstan. Additionally, delegates from the IFC and the Swiss Embassy in the Kyrgyz

"Home Alone". In the USA, a schoolboy prevented a house robbery

In New York State, on Long Island, a twelve-year-old boy displayed incredible courage and resourcefulness by preventing a robbery at his home. This situation, reminiscent of the famous movie "Home Alone," was highlighted in a publication by "Arguments and Facts," referencing the New York Post. When the incident occurred, the young hero was alone. He heard the sound of breaking glass and footsteps in the kitchen, which made him suspect that someone had entered the house.

For the first time, a scientist from the Kyrgyz Republic has been awarded the Russian government's prize in the field of science.

Since 1994, the Russian government's awards in the field of science and technology, as well as in medical science, have been presented annually for outstanding achievements in scientific activity, the development of new technologies, and significant contributions to the advancement of medicine. This year, the awards were given to the authors of 14 significant works. Among the awardees was, for the first time, a representative from Kyrgyzstan — the head of the Department of Innovative

The State Tax Service spoke about the sectors of the economy that form the foundation of the country's budget

Spain applauded Kyrgyz artists of the opera and ballet theater

The first tour of the ballet troupe of the Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after A. Maldybaev in Spain concluded with great success. This was reported by the theater. From December 8 to 23, audiences in the cities of Zaragoza, Calpe, Riba-Roja de Ebro, Xativa, Alicante, La Nucia, and Gandia enthusiastically received the performances of Kyrgyz artists. The tour program included masterpieces of world classics, such as the famous "Swan Lake," the New

Apartments for Champions: Tashiev Rewarded Six Athletes for Achievements on the World Stage

On December 25, the Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited the championship in Greco-Roman and freestyle wrestling taking place at the "Zhashtyk" sports arena, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security. This championship, part of the national sports calendar, gathered athletes from various regions of Kyrgyzstan, who were allowed to participate according to established requirements

In the Issyk-Ata District, a New Year's tree event was held by the Akimat.

In the Issyk-Ata district, a New Year's tree event was held at the A. Toytoev Palace of Culture, organized by the district akim. Children from socially vulnerable groups and the best students from local educational institutions attended the celebration.

A delegate of the People's Kurultai proposed to ban vodka in Kyrgyzstan

Delegate of the People's Kurultai Musabay Momunaliev expressed his position on December 25, proposing a ban on the sale of vodka in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the president has already raised issues of violence and traffic accidents, and believes that abstaining from alcohol could help address these social problems.

Centennial Buildings: The Mill in Jeti-Oguz, Built 100 Years Ago

Amid the picturesque landscape of the Jeti-Oguz district in the Issyk-Kul region lies an old mill that has survived to this day. A teacher from the village of Chon-Jargyichak, Bolot Urkaliev, shared information about this unique object with a correspondent from Turmush. According to Urkaliev, his native village is located near the highway, and the first mill in this place was built by his maternal grandparents.

Trans women fought in a nightclub in Bishkek

A video of an incident involving trans women has appeared on Kyrgyzstan's social media platforms. According to Nadyrbek Jusupov, an inspector from the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, a call was received at the duty station at 3 a.m. on November 8 regarding a fight between two individuals in one of Bishkek's nightclubs.

Transfer of land for the State National Security Service, local self-government, the procedure for reserving places in cemeteries, and the title of "Honorary Citizen" — what else did the deputies discuss in Kara-Kul

The deputies of the Kara-Kul City Council discussed important issues at the session on December 25. During the session, Deputy Mayor Manas Abdykalykov and Council Chairman Chyngyz Kimsanov acknowledged the contributions of citizens by presenting the badge "Mykty Insan" to the chairman of the trade union organization of the Toktogul Hydroelectric Cascade, Talaybek Mamyrbekov, and a Certificate of Honor to the leading specialist of the Population Service Center, Ulkar Dalbaeva.

The Life of a Taxi Driver in Moscow: Gulzhigit Was Involved in Two Accidents in One Day and After 4 Hours of Waiting at the Scene, the Same Crew of Inspectors Arrived

In the new issue of the "Our People Abroad" column, we will tell you about Gulzhigit Piriev, who works as a taxi driver in Moscow. Gulzhigit was born in 1995 in the village of Belovodskoye, located in the Moscow district of the Chui region.

4,315 citizens of Kyrgyzstan sought consultation on employment issues in Korea under the EPS program

As part of the EPS program, two stages of testing for knowledge of the Korean language were conducted. Out of 1,350 exam participants, 339 successfully passed, and labor contracts were signed with 225 candidates. As a result, 232 citizens of Kyrgyzstan went to work, including 30 women. The employed Kyrgyz citizens are engaged in enterprises across various sectors, including food, chemical, and paper industries, as well as in factories producing plastic, rubber, and glass products. The average

A delegate from Bishkek proposed to return the state the gold ore deposit of Jerey.

- During the IV People's Kurultai, delegate Dolos Muratov, representing Bishkek, voiced an initiative to activate the mining and industrial sectors to improve healthcare. He stated: “We need to create modern medical centers for neurosurgery, cardio-stroke, rehabilitation, and ophthalmology in Bishkek and across all seven regions. As for funding, we must control the gold mining deposits in our territory ourselves. For example, if we return the Jeruy deposit to the state, as was done with

The artist Vera Alentova has passed away

Vera Alentova, the star of the cult film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," has passed away. She felt unwell at the moment of farewell to actor Anatoly Lobotsky, which led to her urgent hospitalization, as reported by News.ru.

Birds Also Lie: It Turns Out That the Spread of Fakes Is Not Only Characteristic of Humans

Even bacteria are susceptible to deception. Scientists have noticed that fakes spread not only among animals but also in the micro-world. Sometimes, lies are compared to a virus that can infect the collective consciousness.

In Turkey, 115 suspects with links to ISIS arrested for "planning New Year's attacks"

According to the prosecutor, as a result of the operations, 115 people were detained, but the search for another 22 suspects is ongoing. The prosecutor's office reported that the detainees had maintained contact with ISIS militants outside of Turkey. These events occurred two days after Turkish intelligence services conducted a raid against ISIS on the border with Afghanistan and Pakistan. One of the detained Turkish citizens is believed to have held a high position in the ISIS unit

A delegate of the Kurultai requested to open a hemodialysis center in Kochkor

At the IV People's Kurultai, delegate Tyntchybek Jumagulov, representing the Kochkor district, proposed the initiative to open a hemodialysis center in his region. He noted that the lack of such a medical institution forces patients to frequently travel to other cities and districts to receive the necessary procedure. This leads to significant expenses and creates serious moral and physical difficulties for both the patients and their families.

A delegate from Suzak listed the social issues of border villages

During the IV People's Kurultai, delegate Zalkarbek Makambaev from the Suzak district expressed regret that the youth are learning about the world around them using the language of a neighboring nation. According to him, the village of Kara-Darya, located on the border with Uzbekistan, does not have access to national television channels. This leads to the younger generation being forced to learn a language that is not their native one, which causes great concern among the residents. “Due

Citizens performing Hajj will be vaccinated against meningitis and influenza

The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has initiated a vaccination program for citizens planning to perform Hajj in 2026. This was reported by the ministry's press service. According to the new decree, pilgrims will be provided with mandatory vaccination against meningococcal infection as well as seasonal influenza. These measures comply with international standards and are a necessary condition for participation in Hajj.

Deputies of the State Duma Will Work with Voters in the Regions Before the New Year

From December 29 to 31, deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh will meet with voters in various regions. This decision was announced at a parliamentary meeting held on December 25. The parliament adopted the corresponding resolution.

Where Kyrgyzstani Workers Are Employed in Korea, the Ministry of Labor Reported

According to the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic, in 2025, 4,315 citizens of the country sought employment consultation in Korea through the EPS program. As noted by the ministry, this program is implemented under a memorandum with the Ministry of Employment and Labor of the Republic of Korea, allowing Kyrgyz citizens to obtain work permits in this country.

The Ministry of Health explained the reason for the queues at the CSM for the 083 form certificate.

The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on the situation with large queues at the Family Medicine Centers (FMC) for obtaining medical certificates of form 083, which are necessary for obtaining or replacing driver's licenses. The agency urged citizens to understand the temporary difficulties faced by medical institutions. According to information from the heads of the FMC, there has been a sharp increase in the number of requests for medical certificates of this format in

Ministry of Labor of Kyrgyzstan: The official unemployment rate as of December 1, 2025, was 1.4%

The labor force in the country as of October 1, 2025, was 2.861 million people, of which 2.756 million were employed, while 104.7 thousand remained unemployed. The overall unemployment rate at that time was 3.7%. According to the Ministry of Labor of Kyrgyzstan, as of December 1, 2025, the official unemployment rate was 1.4%. There were 58,565 unemployed individuals registered with employment services, which is 21.5% less than last year. Of these, 39,841 people were officially registered as

Ministry of Labor: The official unemployment rate as of December 1 was 1.4%

As of December 1, 2025, the labor force in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 2.861 million people. Of these, 2.756 million were employed, while 104.7 thousand remained unemployed. Thus, the overall unemployment rate in the country reached 3.7%, as reported in a press release from the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the data, 58,565 unemployed individuals are currently registered with employment services, which is 21.5% less than last year. The officially registered unemployed

Vaccination of Pilgrims Heading to Hajj in 2026 Organized in Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has announced the start of vaccination for citizens planning to perform Hajj in Mecca in 2026, with the aim of preventing the spread of infectious diseases and ensuring sanitary safety. According to the new order from the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, vaccination against meningococcal infection, as well as vaccination against seasonal flu, is now mandatory for all pilgrims.

Abdyldaev: 25% of the appeals raised at the III People's Kurultai have been implemented

As a result of the III People's Kurultai, which took place in 2024, 2,500 appeals were received. Currently, work on 509 of them has been completed, which constitutes 25.22% of the total number. This was reported by Myktybek Abdildaev, head of the Kurultai secretariat. He emphasized that the remaining appeals will be addressed in stages and noted that the achieved result is positive.

The court has detained a businessman arrested by the GKNB on suspicion of financing the Kolbaev organized crime group.

The judicial authorities have decided to detain entrepreneur K.S., who was arrested by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) on suspicion of financing an organized criminal group (OCG). According to information provided by the press service of the Osh Regional Court to Turmush, on December 15, 2025, the Osh City Court granted the petition of the investigative department of the SCNS for the city of Osh and the Osh region.

In Naryn Region, 10 facilities have been put into operation

Today, with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov in an online format, the opening of ten facilities in the Naryn region took place. Among the newly opened facilities:

Scholarships and Awards: Achievements of Students in Academics and Sports Celebrated at the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University

At the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University named after B. Sydykov, a solemn ceremony was held dedicated to the results of the year 2025. During the event, 74 outstanding students were awarded monetary prizes and scholarships for their remarkable achievements in studies, science, sports, and public life. The university's rector, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor Abdilbayet Mamasydykov, delivered a welcoming speech, congratulating the students on their successes and highlighting the

The Kyrgyz Cabinet extended the New Year holidays until January 12.

The resolution was adopted with the aim of strengthening family traditions and creating comfortable conditions for children and their parents during the winter school holidays. This act was approved in accordance with the laws of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic," in particular, Articles 13 and 17.

In the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu region, residents of the neighborhood complained about poor infrastructure

In the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu region of the Osh province, residents of quarter No. 233 expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of local roads. According to local residents, during rain and snow, the potholes on the roadway fill with water, creating difficulties in movement. Moreover, residents face a lack of public transport, which forces them to walk about a kilometer to reach the main highway. One local resident noted that Nurkamil Jumayev Street in quarter No. 233 is in

Nine Years After the Earthquake, a Kindergarten Opens in Ak-Tal

In the Naryn region, in the village of Ak-Tal, the construction of a new two-story kindergarten has been completed, which has been officially put into operation, reported Turmush correspondents. Today, with the remote participation of President Sadyr Japarov, a ceremony was held to open the modern institution, designed for 90 places. The event was attended by local residents, as well as representatives from both regional and district authorities. The new kindergarten fully meets modern

Vera Alentova Has Died

Vera Alentova, the famous actress, passed away at the age of 83. This was reported by the Moscow Drama Theater named after A. S. Pushkin. The cause of her death has not been disclosed at this time, according to RIA Novosti. One of Vera Alentova's most memorable roles is that of Katerina Tikhomirova, played in the cult film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," which won the Oscar in 1981.

At the IV People's Kurultai, 51 delegates from the Issyk-Kul region are participating

In Bishkek, at the Toktogul Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic, the IV People's Kurultai is taking place with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov. About 700 delegates from various corners of the country have gathered for the event, including 51 representatives from the Issyk-Kul region, who will discuss 48 key issues.

The delegate proposed to make cancer treatment free of charge.

During the IV People's Kurultai, a delegate from the Kochkor district, Soaltonbek Kasiev, proposed an initiative calling for free treatment for patients with oncological diseases. He emphasized that many people are unable to cover the high costs of treatment and appealed to the authorities to consider increasing state support and expanding access to free medical care for cancer patients.

The President is absolutely right to call for not praising the authorities - Surabaldiyeva

During the IV People's Kurultai, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Elvira Surabaldiyeva noted that the president's call to "not praise the authorities" was quite timely and justified. She emphasized that the time allocated for the speeches of the delegates should be used to discuss the most relevant and pressing issues.