The first meeting of the Malaysian-Kyrgyz Business Council took place in Kuala Lumpur

On December 8, the first founding meeting of the Malaysian-Kyrgyz Business Council took place in Kuala Lumpur. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the initiative to create the council was announced during the official visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, to Malaysia in June 2025. The meeting was held at the National Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia with the participation of the Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Malaysia, Anvar Anarbaev, as well as

The police announced the reason for the refusal in the case regarding the application from the authorized representative of the candidate for the deputy of the ЖК in district No. 17.

The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region commented on the press conference organized by AKIpress, where the trusted representative of the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh, E.Ch. Talaybek Azylov, announced information about financial violations that occurred during the election campaign. During the conference, Azylov reported violations related to the use of funds that were not accounted for in the election fund. He provided testimony to investigators from the

Kamchybek Tashiev: Because of the fight against corruption, I lost 70 percent of my friends and relatives

The head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, told the "Region" television channel in an interview that his fight against corruption has led to the loss of 70 percent of his friends and relatives. He emphasized that this initiative benefits both the state and future generations.

In Cambodia, more than 11,000 people have left their homes

As a result of the escalation of the conflict with Thailand, more than 11 thousand residents of the Oddar Meanchey province in Cambodia have been forced to leave their homes. This was reported by the news portal Fresh News, citing information from local authorities. According to the publication, 3,503 families, totaling 11,138 people, left the border areas and moved to safe centers after Thai military began attacks on Cambodian territory.

In Osh, agricultural lands are being transformed for the construction of a residential complex.

The Cabinet of Ministers approved the conversion of 2.7 hectares of irrigated agricultural land, located in the Toloikon rural district of Osh, into land for settlements. This plot belongs to a private individual, N. Ch. Sulaymanov, and will be used for the construction of a multi-apartment residential complex, including social infrastructure facilities.

Humor, Fishing, and Shark Hunting: "Asian Wanderer" Prepares for a New Journey

Arthur Sedov, a 28-year-old resident of Bishkek and an expert in sport fishing, has once again delighted his fans with a new catch. He began his fishing journey at the age of 12 at a pond in Kaindy, Panfilov District. Since then, 18 years have passed, and Arthur continues his adventures across Asia in search of large fish.

The Path to the "Paishamba" Bazaar Will Reopen: A New Bridge is Being Built in Kadamjay

In the Kadamjay district, work has begun on the restoration of the bridge at the Ötükçü [Otokchu] border crossing, located on the Kайтпас—Ötükçü (Otokchu) road, which has become unusable. In the summer of this year, the water level in the Kojashtken River reached a critical mark—over 250 cubic meters per second. This led to damage to the bridge, making it unusable.

In the Ak-Talinsky District, students were switched to online learning for a week: Reason

For a week, schoolchildren in the Ak-Talinsky district were transferred to remote learning: Reason.Turmush — In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Talinsky district, a decision was made to temporarily switch to remote learning to prevent influenza among children, reports Turmush correspondent. Deputy Akim Kanibek Esenaliev noted that due to the increase in the number of flu cases, a meeting was held on December 8 with representatives of the relevant services. At this meeting, based on data from the

More than 6.4 tons of fish from Iran were not allowed into Kyrgyzstan

In Kazakhstan, a large-scale scheme of illegal gambling activities has been thwarted

According to the Financial Monitoring Agency of Kazakhstan, a scheme has been uncovered that used "gray" POS terminals and Terminal IDs obtained based on forged contracts with bookmakers. The total volume of illegal operations currently exceeds 600 billion tenge. More than 20 payment organizations and a number of officials from second-tier banks are involved in the illegal activity. A call center that provided technical support for four online casinos and offered consultations on

Supreme Court sessions will be available to watch online. But not all of them.

A pilot project aimed at open video broadcasting of court hearings has been initiated in the Kyrgyz Republic. This information was provided by the press service of the country's Supreme Court. Recordings of the hearings will be available for viewing on the official YouTube channel of the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan "Жогорку сот Верховный суд" (Supreme Court). However, not all hearings will be broadcast. The recording of court proceedings will be carried out in accordance with

The village administration of Arashan received 7 units of special equipment to improve infrastructure.

The head of the rural administration of Arashan, located in the Alamidin district of the Chuy region, Samat Bolgonbaev, informed a Turmush correspondent about the arrival of 7 units of special equipment. According to him, the equipment was purchased through a state leasing company and includes a front loader, an excavator, a grader, and a heavy truck. In the coming days, the arrival of two garbage trucks and a crane-manipulator (aerial lift) is expected.

Illegal import of 6.5 tons of fish products from Iran intercepted

In the Chuy region, an attempt to import 6,480 kilograms of fish products from the Islamic Republic of Iran was thwarted at the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint, according to information provided by the Ministry of Agriculture. The truck carrying the fish was unable to cross the country's border.

Dastanbek Alimbek Uulu Appointed Head of Department in the Presidential Representative Office in Osh Region

Dastanbek Alimbek uulu now heads the Department of Economic Analysis and Investment Attraction in the office of the presidential representative in the Osh region. This information was provided by the press service of the representative office. The representative Amanakan Kenzhebaev introduced him to the team. Previously, Alimbek uulu held the position of chief specialist in the same department.

Photo - One of the first women pilots of Kyrgyzstan, J. Musaeva, made 312 parachute jumps

Zhumagul Musaeva, one of the first female pilots of Kyrgyzstan, is known not only for her achievements in aviation but also as an important figure in the history of the country. Shahida Seydalieva, an employee of the local history museum in the Kochkor district, spoke about her life and contributions. In 1922, Zhumagul Musaeva was born in the village of Ortok (formerly Ak-Kuduk).

A Rare High-Tech Surgery Successfully Performed on a 15-Year-Old Patient in Kyrgyzstan

A teenager was diagnosed with fibromuscular dysplasia affecting the abdominal aorta and its vital branches, including the celiac trunk, superior mesenteric, and renal arteries. This condition caused severe arterial hypertension and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Despite conservative treatment initiated in 2022, the child's health sharply deteriorated in October 2025, and the medications ceased to be effective. Due to serious concerns regarding the patient's condition, his parents

Ministry of Energy: Over 10 km of new cable lines laid in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, work on the reconstruction and construction of new cable networks is actively ongoing. According to the Ministry of Energy, over 10 kilometers of modern cable lines have already been laid, particularly in the Dordoi market area, where the highest load on the power grid is observed. The replacement of 10 kV lines is being carried out as part of the project "Modernization and Sustainable Development of the Power Sector." Currently, new cables are

The Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan Launches a Pilot Program for Broadcasting Open Court Sessions to the Public

The goal of this project is to enhance the transparency of justice and its accessibility for citizens. The implementation of Article 290 of the Criminal Procedure Code of the Kyrgyz Republic allows for online broadcasts of court sessions in real-time on television, radio, and the internet, either at the request of the participants in the process or on the initiative of the court, as reported by the press service of the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic. The open video broadcast of court

Starting from 2026, overpayments on fines and payments will be refunded or credited within 10 days.

- Sadyr Japarov signed a decree "On measures to support certain sectors of the economy," which is accompanied by a draft law on amendments to tax legislation. The President instructed the Cabinet of Ministers to prepare this draft law for discussion in the Jogorku Kenesh within a month.

"January", "Ut", "Kyrdach": What periods are the 40 days of severe frost divided into among the Kyrgyz?

In the Naryn region, in the Kochkor district, 15 to 20 centimeters of snow has fallen, reports Turmush correspondent. This is already the third snowfall of the current winter season. Yesterday, December 8, snow began falling around 15:30 and continued until late at night, forming a snow cover of 15–20 centimeters.

Animals without certificates are not allowed: Control has been tightened at livestock markets in Kyrgyzstan

Cattle markets in Kyrgyzstan have always been considered potential hotspots for the spread of diseases among animals. To obtain a veterinary certificate, cattle must be equipped with an ear tag, and horses must have a mandatory chip. Animals without the appropriate documents are not allowed to enter the market. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in fines: individuals can be fined 5,500 soms, while legal entities can face fines of 17,500 soms. Drivers involved in the

The Customs of Kyrgyzstan Revealed the Fact of Concealment of Goods in Cement Trucks Arriving from China

During the inspection of vehicles, traces of tampering with the identification numbers (VIN codes) of the trailers were also found, which may indicate attempts to evade customs duties and distort information about the year of manufacture of the vehicles. Currently, examinations are being conducted, and damage assessments are being made. After this, the case materials will be transferred to the Investigative Department of the State Customs Service.

Talgat Nazakeev has headed the office of the city administration of Kara-Balta

Talgat Nazakeev has become the new head of the city hall of Kara-Balta. This appointment was made by the order of the mayor of Kara-Balta.

Honduras Issues Arrest Warrant for Ex-President Hernandez, Recently Pardoned by Trump

Selaya Alvarez stated on Monday that he has reached out to Interpol and other authorities to request the arrest of Hernandez, who is accused of money laundering and fraud. “Corruption and criminal networks have deeply affected our country,” the prosecutor noted.

In Kyrgyzstan, open online broadcasts of court hearings are being launched for the first time

The Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the launch of a pilot program that will allow for live streaming of open court sessions. According to information from the court's press service, now anyone interested will be able to follow the workings of the country's judicial system in real time.

At "Bishkekvodokanal," the salaries of employees were announced

At the municipal enterprise "Bishkekvodokanal," information about the salaries of its employees has been revealed. In an interview on "Birinchi Radio," Chief Engineer Turat Akhmatov stated that the company employs 1,800 workers; however, due to low salaries, the number of people wishing to work there has significantly decreased.

Issuance of licenses to private schools in Kyrgyzstan has been fully transitioned to a digital format

The transition to a fully digital licensing system for private educational institutions has been completed in Kyrgyzstan. This was announced by Bekturgan Babaev, the director of the Department of Digital Education of the open joint-stock company "Tündük," at a press conference. He noted that in accordance with the Cabinet of Ministers' decree, educational institutions are required to submit only current and legal documents when obtaining a license. “Our task was to transfer the

Doctors in Kyrgyzstan performed a rare surgery on a teenager with severe vascular damage

At the National Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation (NIHSTO) of the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, a rare and complex surgery was performed — bypass surgery of the descending thoracic aorta and infrarenal aorta with prosthetics of the main arteries. This was reported by the press service of the institution. The operation was carried out to save the life of a 15-year-old teenager suffering from severe vascular pathology.

Scandal Surrounding Jusan Bank: Ex-Aide of Nazarbayev Sues English Lord

According to The Guardian, Yerbol Orynbaev, the former Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan and ex-head of Jusan, has filed a lawsuit against the company's directors, including Lord Evans. He claims that they "personally enriched themselves" from the sale of Jusan fund assets valued at approximately 1 billion dollars. Orynbaev states that these assets were sold for only 75 million dollars, which is a "negligible fraction" of their actual value. Exclusive.kz also noted

To Launch a DNA Laboratory, the Ministry of Internal Affairs Wants to Change Recruitment Rules

The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MIA) has presented for discussion a draft resolution concerning changes to the rules for recruitment into the law enforcement agencies of the Kyrgyz Republic. This document is an addition to the Government Resolution of the KR dated February 3, 2020, No. 51. It has become known that the initiative was developed in accordance with paragraph 3 of the Presidential Decree of the KR dated April 5, 2024, No. 90, as well as with the Action Plan for the implementation

Residents of Kanta complain about long queues and slow service at the district land management office

According to local residents, the land management and property registration office in Kant (Issyk-Ata district, Chui region) is facing serious problems when receiving citizens, which leads to significant delays. “We arrived at 8:00, and now it’s already 11:30. During this time, only 5 people have been served. There is no electronic display for the queue, and people are signing up on pieces of paper. Some have been waiting since yesterday, while others are being skipped in line,” residents share

In Osh, the name of the municipal enterprise "Teplosnabzhenie" has been changed

In the city of Osh, the municipal enterprise "Teplosnabzhenie" has been renamed. This information was confirmed by representatives of the enterprise itself.

Marlen Aibekov has headed the municipal property management in Kara-Balta

Marlen Aibekov has been appointed as the head of the municipal property management of the city administration of Kara-Balta in the Chuy region. Prior to this appointment, he held the position of head of the city administration's office in Kara-Balta since October 22, 2025.

The Ministry of Agriculture urges farmers to switch to winter sowing of wheat and barley

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan has already sown over 60% of the planned areas for winter crops. This was reported on the air by Turat Idirisov, head of the Department of Crop Production, Horticulture, and Cooperation in the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry. According to Idirisov, the ministry has set a goal this year to convince farmers of the necessity to switch to a winter cropping system for 100% of wheat and barley sowings. More than 500,000 hectares of grains are

At the "Ak-Tilek" Checkpoint, a cargo with 6.5 tons of fish products from Iran was not allowed through

- At the checkpoint "Ak-Tilek," located in the Chui region, an attempt to import 6480 kg of fish from the Islamic Republic of Iran into Kyrgyzstan was stopped. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the inspection, employees of the border veterinary control point found discrepancies with the veterinary and sanitary requirements established within the framework of the EAEU. After confirming the violation of standards, a report was drawn up for the

Tax and Insurance Benefits for Tailors and Small Businesses: What the New Presidential Decree Provides

In Kyrgyzstan, a draft law is being developed that will establish uniform rules for all sewing enterprises. Kubanychbek Isabekov, Deputy Chairman of the State Tax Service, announced this in an interview with Ala-Too LIVE. According to Isabekov, the new regulations will help create equal conditions for all participants in the sewing business. Insurance contributions will be 12% of 40% of the average monthly salary, which is approximately 2,200 soms. Additionally, a temporary exemption from

Our People Abroad: "I Understood with My Heart": Rozhazhasmin Kashimbekova Changed Her Fate in One Month and Went to the USA to Build a New Life

Turmush continues to introduce Kyrgyzstani people who have found themselves beyond their homeland. 23-year-old Rozhazhasmin Kashimbekova from Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, shared her story of adaptation in the USA. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, Rozhazhasmin noted that her life path has always been linked to hard work and the pursuit of achievements. She studied diligently in her homeland and graduated with honors from the Kyrgyz State Aviation Institute named after

Nature lovers encountered unusual berries in the mountains of the Jayil District: What interesting information did the biologist share about them?

Residents of the Jayil District in the Chui Region were surprised by the berries they discovered during their hike in the mountains. “We noticed that the branches of small shrubs were covered with black shiny berries. What kind of berries are these, and is it safe to eat them?” they shared their observations.

The world has been warned of a shortage and price increase of certain gemstones.

According to a forecast by the company "Alrosa," the world will soon face an increase in diamond prices. This information was released by the company's press service and quoted by the TASS agency. Alrosa noted that their forecast is based on the observed decline in global diamond production and changes in their prices over recent years. Based on these factors, the company's analysts conclude that the shortage of diamond supply and the rise in prices will continue in the

"China Has No Leverage." How Hostility Between Afghanistan and Pakistan Threatens Beijing's Interests

Beijing sees the end of the war in Afghanistan as an opportunity to expand its influence, but its goals may be undermined by the conflict between Kabul and Islamabad, as well as attacks on Chinese citizens and companies in the region, reports Abubakar SIDDIQ. The situation is exacerbated by recent cross-border attacks that resulted in the deaths of five Chinese citizens. Experts believe that to achieve its goals, Beijing must focus on stabilizing Afghanistan through economic cooperation and

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan suspended the activities of 263 private clinics due to serious violations

During inspections, more than 541 private medical organizations were examined. Of these, 246, which accounts for 45.5%, operated without a valid license. Among the 295 institutions that have a license, 110 were found to have violated licensing requirements. These violations include providing medical services in areas not included in the license, lack of certificates for employees, absence of relevant education, as well as employing individuals without medical education. Additionally, cases of

How Digital Services Help Kyrgyz Farmers Increase Sales and Save Time

A national project called "30+20+10" is being implemented in Kyrgyzstan, aimed at comprehensive digitalization of the agricultural sector. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, the new initiative is an improved version of the "3+2" model and includes additional measures related to the processing of agricultural products.

Apple and Google notified users in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan about the risk of hacker attacks

According to Google, a spyware system called Predator, developed by Intellexa, was used to attack "several hundred accounts" in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan, as well as in a number of other countries, including Pakistan, Egypt, Angola, and Saudi Arabia. Apple reported that notifications about potential surveillance were sent out on December 2. Although the exact number of attacked users was not specified, the company noted that warnings were issued in over 150 countries.

State Veterinary Inspection: Agricultural Animals Are Not Allowed on the Marketplace Without Documents

According to information from the service, checks are being conducted in the markets for the presence of ear tags on cattle and chips on horses. Animals that do not have the necessary documents will not be allowed into the trading areas. Penalties are provided for violations: 5,500 soms for individuals and 17,500 soms for legal entities. Furthermore, drivers are prohibited from transporting livestock without the appropriate accompanying documents. "Our specialists are conducting raids and

Tyuleyev confused the Bakiev era with the Tashiev era

In May of this year, Nariman Tyuleev, a well-known businessman and former mayor of Bishkek, initiated a large-scale project in the city center, which he once led. "We will create an underground historical city," he commented at the time. "This will be a unique facility reflecting the culture and ancient history of the Kyrgyz people."

A new building of the fire and rescue department of the Ministry of Emergency Situations has been opened in Chatkal.

In the village of Terek-Sai, located in the Chatkal district, a ceremonial opening of the new building of the fire and rescue unit No. 79 of the Ministry of Emergency Situations took place on December 8. This information was provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations management for the Jalal-Abad region.

Tyuleyev: The Old Bishkek Project Will Be Revised

The founder of the Old Bishkek project, Nariman Tyuleev, announced the need to revise and change the concept in accordance with the opinion of the population.

Earthquake in Japan Caused a Shift in the Earth's Crust of Up to Nine Centimeters

A powerful earthquake that occurred off the eastern coast of Aomori Prefecture in northern Japan caused a shift in the Earth's crust in the epicenter area by nine centimeters. This was reported in information provided by the Geospatial Information Administration, which was published by RIA Novosti. According to data obtained from the electronic geodetic station "Higashi-dori 2," located near the epicenter, a shift of about nine centimeters was recorded in the eastern direction.