On December 23, a New Year event was held in Osh organized by the regional administration for children. According to the press service of the regional administration, about 200 young participants from various corners of the region were invited to the celebration, including honor students and children from large and low-income families.
According to Kristi Noem, to receive the payment, it is necessary to use the CBP Home mobile application, which was launched by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Funds will be transferred only after the migrant's return to their home country is recorded. Recall that in May of this year, the Department of Homeland Security launched a voluntary departure program, under which illegal immigrants could receive $1,000, as well as compensation for the cost of their airline ticket. The
During a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to the first reading of the draft law "On the Republican Budget of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2026 and the planned period of 2027-2028," the First Deputy Minister of Finance Ruslan Suynaliev reported that in 2026, the total volume of republican resources will amount to 694.4 billion soms. He also noted that in 2027, it is planned to be 688.9 billion soms, and in 2028 — 716.8 billion soms. Thus, there is a steady
In the Sokuluk district, in the settlements of Chon-Zhar, Kichi Shalta, and Dacha-Raduga, the issue with public transport has finally been resolved. This was announced in a press release from the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Today, December 23, employees of the Chuy-Bishkek regional office of the Department of Ground and Water Transport met with local residents to discuss transportation issues that had previously caused dissatisfaction among citizens.
“The guilty will be punished” Vladimir Putin, the President of Russia, sent his condolences to Emomali Rahmon, the President of Tajikistan, in connection with the tragic death of a boy from Tajikistan in a school in the Moscow region. He emphasized that those responsible for this incident will be held accountable, reports “RIA Novosti”.
A temporary restriction on the import of electronic cigarettes has been introduced in Kyrgyzstan. The corresponding resolution was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev, according to information from the government press service. According to the new decision, the import of the following goods is prohibited for a period of six months:
At the international airport "Issyk-Kul" in the village of Tamchy, the police have begun an investigation following an incident involving passengers on a flight from Moscow to Bishkek. Recently, a video appeared on social media capturing a conflict between passengers and airport staff at "Issyk-Kul".
On December 22, a summary of the construction industry's performance for the record year 2025 was held in Bishkek, organized by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic in collaboration with the Builders' Union. Attendees included Minister Nurdana Oruntaev, President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Temir Sariev, Chairman of the Builders' Union Cholponbek Akmatov, as well as Deputy Director of the National
Starting in 2026, the Moscow region will introduce new rules regulating the activities of foreign citizens working on patents. These changes aim to create a clearer division of employment sectors and simplify labor regulation.
At the final meeting at the State Institution "Kyzmat," attended by the Deputy Head of the President's Office of Kyrgyzstan, Almaz Raimbekov, and the heads of the Public Service Centers (CОN) and marriage registration offices, it was noted that among the most popular online services are address registration, data digitization, and obtaining certificates. Additionally, 3,000 applications were submitted for ID card exchanges, of which only 1,000 were issued, indicating the need
The reconstruction of the 'Government' fountain continues in Bishkek, with the work being carried out by the Capital Construction Department of the city administration. According to the city authorities, the production of rebar frames for three basins and columns has been completed.
According to the information provided by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, at a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, it is planned to allocate 58 billion soms in 2026 to increase the salaries of medical workers, educators, and representatives of the cultural sector. Kasymaliev noted that this increase will be implemented in two stages: first from April 1, and then from October 1, 2026.
On December 28, the winter season will kick off at the Chunkurchak ski resort in the Chui region. According to information from the regional representation, the organizers have prepared a multitude of bright experiences for visitors, lively music, dancing on the slopes, as well as various prizes and gifts for all guests, creating an atmosphere of true winter fun.
Today in Osh, a bright New Year event was held, organized by the authorized representative of the president in the Osh region for children. About 200 kids from various districts of the region gathered for the celebration. Among the invitees were both high achievers and children from large and needy families.
According to K.B., unknown individuals broke into her home and stole a large sum of money, including 620,000 soms, 5,000 US dollars, and 20,000 tenge, after which they fled. This act caused her significant financial damage. Based on her statement, a criminal case was initiated under Article 205 (Theft) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. Additionally, three other residents of Tokmok also filed similar statements, and criminal cases were opened for them as well.
Every week, on Tuesdays, agricultural fairs are organized at the central market in the Chon-Alai district. This was reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. These fairs provide farmers and peasants with an excellent opportunity to sell their products directly, bypassing intermediaries. This initiative aims to provide local residents with fresh and high-quality food products that are environmentally friendly.
A festive event dedicated to Energy Day took place in Manas, where employees of the Jalal-Abad Electric Networks Enterprise gathered. Among the participants of the celebration were the Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov and the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Jalal-Abad Region Tilek Tekebaev, as well as representatives of relevant organizations.
One of the most picturesque pastures (жайлоо) in Kyrgyzstan is Bychan, located in the Ak-Talinsky district of the Naryn region. According to local resident Beishenbek Kurenkee, this pasture is situated 30 kilometers from the village of Kosh-Döbö and is divided into two main valleys: Keng Bychan (wide Bychan) and Kichi Bychan (small Bychan). Keng Bychan is located to the southwest of Kosh-Döbö, while Kichi Bychan is to the west and borders the Saymaluu-Tash Nature Park and the Baybiche Too
As part of the new seventh freedom of the air policy being implemented in the free trade port of southern China, Hainan has launched its first regular flight. It was operated from Sanya Phoenix International Airport to Prague, as reported by TASS agency. It became known that flight DV481, operated by the Kazakh airline Scat Airlines, departed on December 21 at 08:05 local time. The opening of the Sanya - Prague route is a significant step towards increasing the aviation openness of Hainan and
According to information provided by the authorized representative of the president in the Naryn region, New Year celebrations for children took place on December 22 in the Jumgal and Kochkor districts. The Deputy Head of the region, Aydana Imanalieva, who attended the event, congratulated the young participants on the upcoming New Year and presented them with gifts on behalf of the authorized representative.
The G. Aitiev Museum of Fine Arts in Bishkek will suspend its operations for renovation work. This information was received from the museum administration. The planned work will begin on December 21 and last until January 4.
The audit conducted by the Accounts Chamber revealed numerous systemic shortcomings in the functioning of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, as well as its subordinate institutions. The issues concern both the effectiveness of task execution and adherence to budget discipline. One of the main problems was insufficient control from the founding body, which led to the identification of numerous violations in budget planning, travel arrangements, public procurement, and management of foreign
On the highway leading to the village of Luxembourg in the city of Kant, located in the Chui region, an incident occurred: a container from a truck rolled onto the roadway. This was reported by witnesses of the incident. This case was recorded on December 22. According to eyewitnesses, at the time of the accident, the road was shrouded in thick fog, which significantly reduced visibility. "Due to the heavy fog, the road was almost invisible, and it was at that moment that the collision
Amankeldi Esenkeldiev has been awarded the title of "Best Player" at the kok-boru competitions held in the Chuy region. The ulakchy is 20 years old. Previously, he was also honored with the nominations for "Best Young Ulakchy" and "Best Forward."
Deputy Kutmanaly Abdurakhman uulu from the "Muras" faction expressed an initiative to preserve ethnic elements at the site of the old central market in Osh, including sellers of "beshik" and blacksmiths. During the session on December 23, he raised a question about the future of this place. "I propose to organize an ethnic market. Let those who sell 'beshik', make horseshoes, and work with metal stay here. This will be beneficial for a city with a history of
At the session of the Osh City Council held on December 23, issues related to the conditions for entrepreneurs at the municipal markets of the city of Osh were discussed. Deputy from the "Jaan Kyrgyzstan" faction Shakhnazar Bakir uulu raised the issue of the acceptance of the local market.
According to a statement from the press service of the presidential representative office in the Jalal-Abad region of Kyrgyzstan, 50 horsemen were dispatched to Toktogul to evacuate citizens who found themselves in winter pastures due to heavy snowfall. As reported by the agency, at the direction of the presidential representative office and the chairman of the regional civil defense commission Tilek Tekebaev, a meeting of the civil defense commission was held under the leadership of Abdilet
In connection with the recent opening of Chuy Avenue, in the coming days, one-way traffic will be introduced on sections of Kyivskaya and Toktogul streets, from Ibraimov Street to Erkindik Boulevard. This information is provided by representatives of the Bishkek City Hall. To implement these changes, the municipal enterprise "Bishkekasfaltservice" will take care of installing the necessary road signs.
Now individual entrepreneurs have the opportunity to submit applications for re-registration at any time of the day from anywhere in the world, as the service operates around the clock. The process is fully automated, making it more convenient for users. The functionality of the new service includes:
In Kyrgyzstan, pensions are increased annually starting from October 1, and they cannot be lower than the established minimum subsistence level. Currently, this minimum is set at 7,100 soms. This statement was made by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, during a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh. Kasymaliev also reported that next year, efforts will be actively made to address the increase in the income part of the Social Fund, which will allow for
A bill has been developed in Sweden aimed at prohibiting marriages between cousins, as well as not recognizing such unions contracted outside the country. This was reported by TASS. The main goal of this bill is to combat oppression related to the concept of honor and other forms of pressure that may arise when entering into marriage.
- At the meeting held on December 23, 2025, Deputy Gulsunkan Junushalieva criticized the placement of solar power plants in the village of Ortok, which is being carried out on pastures, causing protests among the local population. According to Junushalieva, residents are expressing concern that the construction is taking place against their wishes.
During a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to the first reading of the draft law on the republican budget for 2026 and the planned period of 2027-2028, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev announced the key financial indicators. It is expected that the budget revenues in 2026 will amount to 551.2 billion soms, while expenditures are estimated at 550.7 billion soms, resulting in a surplus of 400 million soms. As noted by Kasymaliev, the largest portion of expenditures
- On December 23, 2025, a joint meeting of six committees took place in the Jogorku Kenesh, where deputy Aysarkan Abdibaeva emphasized the environmental consequences of mineral extraction in the Chatkal district of the Jalal-Abad region. She expressed bewilderment over the lack of safer mining methods and reported that the local population and livestock cannot use water due to its contamination.
In the village of Kyz-Köl, located in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, a new sports hall was opened at school No. 79 named after D. Shopokov. Local authorities were present at the opening event, including the head of the Kyzyl-Tuu village council A. Jumabaev, as well as residents of the village.
In the Chuy region, on the highway Kara-Balta—Chaldybar, there is an increase in control over vehicles transporting beet pulp — the waste from sugar beet processing, reports Turmush correspondent. The sugar factory located in the city of Kain dy produces pulp, which is then loaded onto a large number of trucks and sent for sale as animal feed. However, during transportation, the pulp often spills onto the road, leading to the formation of an icy crust and causing dissatisfaction among drivers
A new leather processing plant is planned to be built in the Issyk-Ata district. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, announced this in a live broadcast on Birinchi Radio. The minister reported that a 100-hectare plot of land, previously privately owned and unused, has been transferred to state ownership and allocated to the "Agroholding." This project is being implemented under the directive of the President
At the joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev announced that the consolidated budget for 2026 has been approved at 843.6 billion soms. He also added that the government aims to collect at least 1 trillion soms next year, directing all its efforts towards achieving this goal.
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan has reported significant achievements in the fields of seed production, livestock breeding, nurseries, and veterinary medicine. According to the ministry's data, there are 86 seed production farms operating in the country. Over the past 11 months, 4,485 tons of high-quality wheat seeds have been harvested, and the number of farmers receiving seeds has increased by 14% compared to 2024, reaching 2,782.
In the Issyk-Kul region, particularly in the Ton district, a fair organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, Industry, and Processing of the Kyrgyz Republic took place. At this event, products were offered at very attractive prices, among which yak meat and lamb stood out.
The reconstruction of A.S. Pushkin Park in Karakol will be completed by June 1 of next year, timed to coincide with Children's Day. This information was announced by the mayor of the city, Kanibek Adiev, during a meeting with residents, where he presented both completed and planned works.
Beans produced in Talas are starting to conquer the Dubai market. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, shared this news on the air of Birinchi Radio. He noted that in the autumn season, when bean prices significantly drop, the government allocated 100 million soms to support local farmers. As part of this initiative, 1,000 tons of beans were purchased at a price of 95 soms per kilogram.
According to Bakyt Torobaev, in the fall, farmers particularly need funds to prepare their children for the school year, which makes state support especially relevant. The minister also added that an increase in bean prices is expected in January and February. Currently, active negotiations are underway for the export of products to countries such as India, Iran, Russia, and Turkey, and possibilities for supplies to the Dubai market are also being discussed.
In Karakol, the creation of a historical quarter on Jamansariyev Street is planned. The city's mayor, Kanibek Adiev, announced this in his report to local residents following the past year. This street is home to a local history museum, as well as the building that houses the Issyk-Kul regional statistics office. Due to the transformations, the office will be relocated to another place, and this historical building, which is over 120 years old, will become part of the new quarter.
The call center received a request from residents of the mentioned villages. They reported that with the onset of cold weather, the situation with public transport has significantly worsened. While previously the minivans operated intermittently, now they are virtually absent. "It is difficult for children to get to school; the distance of 4 km is hard to cover, and people are late for work," local residents shared.
According to Investing, the market price of gold has surpassed $4500 per troy ounce for the first time in history. The precious metal reached a record value of $4530.3, and at the time of writing, its price was $4514.25 per ounce, which is 1% higher compared to the previous day. Silver is also showing an increase, rising nearly two percent and exceeding $70 per ounce for the first time in history. A sharp rise in platinum prices is also observed.
As of the end of November 2025, OJSC "Aiyl Bank" announced a net profit of 7.8 billion soms. This was reported at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by the bank's chairman, Tilek Alimdzhanov. He also presented the current key financial indicators of the institution: