According to the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, as of December 15, 526 educational institutions have been transitioned to remote learning due to the incubation period. Additionally, 403 kindergartens have temporarily suspended their operations.
On December 15, 2025, at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan and under the chairmanship of Germany, a meeting of the UN Peacebuilding Commission took place, where the successes of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan in resolving border conflicts were highlighted. This information was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The First Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Asein Isaev, emphasized that the region has proven that even the most complex and historically
In the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, a fair has been organized where socially significant essential products are being sold, reported the district state administration to a Turmush correspondent. According to the provided data, at this food fair, meat can be purchased at prices ranging from 640 to 680 soms, while potatoes cost 32 soms per kilogram. The prices of products at the fair are lower than those at the market.
Shailoobek Atazov, who previously held the position of a deputy in the Jogorku Kenesh, reported a violation of his rights following his detention and transfer to a detention center. This is stated in a letter that was delivered by his lawyer. According to Atazov, on November 22, security service officers came to his home to conduct a search, after which he was taken to the Ministry of Internal Affairs. On the same day, the former MP was placed in a temporary detention facility, where he
As of December 15, 526 schools in the country have switched to distance learning due to the incubation period. In addition, 403 preschool institutions have also suspended their activities during this period.
The tournament of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization has concluded in China, where Kyrgyzstani boxers, including representatives from the Chui region, demonstrated impressive results, as reported by a correspondent from Turmush citing the mayor's office of Shopokov. According to the mayor's office, the international boxing competition took place in the demonstration zone for winter sports of the SCO, located in Harbin. Five boxers represented Kyrgyzstan in the tournament, among
According to the information from the agency, as of today, 62.4% of the total volume of work has been completed. Currently, 147.6 thousand hectares of winter wheat have been sown, of which 66.6 thousand hectares are on rain-fed lands, and 80.9 thousand hectares are on irrigated lands. In addition, winter barley occupies 8037.5 hectares, including 2976.9 hectares on irrigated lands and 5060.6 hectares on rain-fed lands.
— The system providing free legal assistance was introduced in 1993 and officially enshrined in the law "On State Guaranteed Legal Assistance," adopted in 2009. In 2016, a Coordination Center was established under the Ministry of Justice, responsible for facilitating interaction between lawyers and those in need of legal assistance. In 2022, this law was amended, and the Center was transformed into a Legal Assistance Service under the ministry's control. The main task of the
On December 15, a ceremony was held in Naryn to mark the lighting of the city's main New Year tree. According to the city administration, the height of the new tree is 12 meters, and its width is 4 meters. This year, 47,000 soms were allocated for its decoration.
- In the Sokuluk district, a state-regulated reservoir valued at 43 million soms has been returned. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. An inspection conducted by the prosecutor's office revealed that this reservoir, located in the village of Aral of the Sary-Ozön rural administration and covering an area of 12.3 hectares, was unlawfully transferred to private hands in 2005-2006 by the local administration known as the
The position has been reaffirmed that vaccination is not linked to the development of autism. This information was announced by representatives of the Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication. The Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety of the World Health Organization (WHO) conducted an analysis of 31 significant studies published from 2010 to August 2025. The research included data from various countries and concerned different vaccines, including those containing
The round table on the topic "Foreign Policy Results of the Year for Kyrgyzstan: From Collective Security to Turkic Integration," organized by the CEI "Oiy Ordo," gathered participants to discuss the outcomes of Kyrgyzstan's chairmanship in the CSTO and the Turkic Council, as well as its role on the international stage in 2025. Igor Shestakov, director of the Center and political scientist, noted that Kyrgyzstan's current foreign policy agenda has been rich.
The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reports the detention of a foreigner suspected of thefts. A woman named D.G., born in 1980, approached the local police department in the Alamudun district. She reported that on November 27, 2025, an unknown criminal broke the window of her private store "D," located in the village of Tash-Dobo, and stole 25,000 soms from the cash register, as well as tobacco products worth over 200,000 soms, after which he fled the scene.
Anara Kazakbaevna Baigabatova has been appointed as the director of the Naryn State Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum named after Kaken Mambetaliev. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, Anara Baigabatova will begin her duties as museum director on December 12, 2025, with a probation period set for three months.
On December 15, residents of Maksat Street, located in the residential area "Kolmo" in the northwest of Bishkek, contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media with a request for road surface repairs. According to them, the length of the street is only 400 meters, but it has become extremely difficult to navigate due to the poor condition of the asphalt. After rains, the road turns into a real ditch. "Repair work on the pipes was carried out, but everything remained as it is. The
As reported by a KazTAG correspondent, Kasenov spoke about torture. He emphasized that "all these events are the result of an illegal criminal case initiated by the Almaty police at the behest of Turlov and the Freedom Finance company, violating all norms of legislation." This statement was made by Kasenov in his video address published on his social media page.
On December 15, a new four-story shopping center was opened in Manas, as reported by the local mayor's office. The ceremony was attended by Mayor Ernisbek Ormokov, Chairman of the City Council Nurtilek Bolotov, as well as business representatives and local residents.
The progress of Central Asia in resolving border issues received high praise at a UN meeting, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The meeting, held on December 15 under the chairmanship of Germany, was organized at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan and showcased the successes of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan in resolving cross-border disputes.
In the Aymak of Chayek, located in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, a modern backhoe loader worth 4.1 million soms has been acquired, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The equipment, manufactured in 2025, was purchased for 4 million 199 thousand 999 soms. The supply of the backhoe loader was carried out by the company LLC "Weicheng Group Co. LTD" for the Ayil Okmotu of Chayek.
The meeting was held in an informal format Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the GKNB, organized a meeting with the generals of the security agencies at the service's headquarters on the instructions of President Sadyr Japarov. This was reported by the GKNB press service.
Aibek Mambetkaziev has been appointed as the first deputy akim of the Panfilov district in the Chui region. This appointment was approved by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The new first deputy was introduced to the staff on December 15 by the akim of the Panfilov district, Bekmaat Masaidov.
On December 15, a terrorist act occurred in Sydney, as a result of which, fortunately, there are no citizens of Kyrgyzstan among the victims. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kyrgyz diplomatic institutions maintain constant contact with Kyrgyz citizens located in Australia.
On December 10, 2025, employees of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic detained police colonel A.T.A., who held the position of head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, on suspicion of regularly receiving bribes from subordinates.
- On December 16, 2025, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic plans to hold an auction for the placement of notes with a seven-day maturity period, as reported by the bank itself. Key parameters of the auction:
According to the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, the incidence of ARVI and influenza in the country has decreased by 11.7%. In the 50th week of 2025 (from December 8 to December 14), 37,629 cases of illness were registered, which is 11.7% less compared to the 49th week, when 42,561 cases were recorded. Among the sick, 72.2% are children under 14 years old.
Yesterday, a bright celebration took place in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek — the ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree of the country, which gathered more than 10,000 participants. This event became one of the largest New Year celebrations of the year. According to information from the Bishkek Department of Internal Affairs, over 1,000 law enforcement officers were involved in maintaining public order at the event. The police operated in an enhanced mode, ensuring safety throughout the
In the Naryn region, in the village of Baizak in the Jumgal district, a new workshop specializing in wire mesh weaving has started operating, as reported by our correspondent from the region. Currently, six local residents have found employment at this new enterprise. The workshop was opened after the renovation of the municipal warehouse on K. Nazarbek Street was completed.
In Naryn, the reconstruction of the boiler house, which provides heat to 719 residential buildings and 8 institutions, is currently underway. This was reported by Turmush correspondents at the municipal enterprise "Naryn Heating Supply" ("Нарын жылуулук берүү"). According to information from the department, the total cost of the project is 192 million soms. This year, a significant project is being implemented in the city of Naryn, which is the first of its kind in the
In his lawsuit, Trump's lawyers claim that the BBC violated commercial law by deliberately distorting his statements on the day his supporters stormed the Capitol. The BBC management has not yet commented on the lawsuit situation. In November, the BBC had already apologized to Trump for editing his speeches but rejected his compensation demands, citing a lack of grounds for defamation claims. At that time, Trump announced his intention to file a lawsuit, telling reporters, "I believe
Currently, the video surveillance system covers 54 slaughterhouses and 5 markets, as well as 1 veterinary-sanitary laboratory, which allows for monitoring processes at these facilities.
In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, there is a pasture known as Kelin-Tash. A Turmush correspondent has gathered interesting legends associated with its name. This pasture is located in a high mountain gorge on the territory of Kara-Suu, in the southern part of the village of Bayetovo. At Kelin-Tash, you can see tall fir trees, various herbaceous plants, as well as wild animals such as ibex and mountain rams.
In the run-up to the New Year holidays, the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, handed over a certificate for 200,000 soms to city resident Nasiyat Bekmyrzaeva. This contribution from the mayor's reserve fund is aimed at financing the necessary medical surgery for the resident. The event took place during the ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree of the country, held at Ala-Too Square.
The Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance Service of Kyrgyzstan is gradually implementing a video surveillance system aimed at enhancing veterinary and phytosanitary safety. According to the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic, cameras have currently been installed at 54 slaughterhouses and 5 livestock markets, as well as in one veterinary and sanitary expert laboratory (VSEL) in the Moscow district. To date, a total of 23 video cameras are actively functioning, providing
According to the results of the prosecutor's office inspection, violations related to the transfer of the basin to private ownership were revealed. Now, thanks to the measures taken by the prosecutor's office, this facility, valued at 43 million soms, has been returned to state control.
In the rural district of Myrza-Ake in the Uzgen region, a "voucher" group has been opened, as reported by Ruslan Talantbek uulu, the head of the village administration, to the Turmush correspondent. According to him, the pilot project of the "voucher" group was launched as part of the initiative "Strong Region — in a Developing Country" ("Өнүгүп жаткан өлкөдө – күчтүү аймак") and is being implemented with the support of the Myrza-Ake village council at
A festive atmosphere is actively being created in the T. Usubaliev Square in Naryn. During these days, the installation and decoration of a 12-meter Christmas tree is taking place there. This tree, which is 4.5 meters wide, was purchased in 2019 for 1.5 million soms allocated from the local budget. This year, the installation is taking place for the seventh time, and its cost amounted to 1 million soms.
The threatening gaze of the boar made the local resident stop near a herd of wild boars. In one of the mountain gorges of the Moscow district in the Chuy region, a local resident named Azamat noticed a large herd of wild boars. Almost two dozen pigs and piglets were foraging on the slope, digging through the snow in search of roots and larvae. When Azamat decided to approach them on horseback, his attention was drawn to a huge boar, carefully watching him from under a fir tree. At that moment,
The topic of the General Plan for Bishkek is back on the agenda. This document will serve as the foundation for the development of the capital for the coming decades. In early December, the city hall announced that hearings would be held on materials prepared by the Saint Petersburg Institute of Prospective Urban Development. However, from the very beginning of the discussions, numerous questions arose — from the format of the hearings to the essence of the presented document. Ishenbay
Nowadays, many people spend five to ten hours a day in front of various devices, leading to an increase in cases of digital eye strain. Pediatric ophthalmologist, Doctor of Medical Sciences, and Professor Igor Aznauryan, who heads the Union of Children's Eye Clinics "Clear Vision," discussed how to minimize the negative effects of working on a computer and maintain eye health in an interview with Lenta.ru. According to the expert, many gadget users complain of symptoms such as
According to the National Statistical Committee, from January to November 2025, consumer prices in Kyrgyzstan increased by 8.3 percent compared to December 2024. Inflation for the first ten months was 7.1 percent. The highest price increases were observed in the following categories:
This year, there have been 5 incidents of sexual violence against children in Naryn, of which only two cases have led to criminal proceedings. This was reported by Gulmira Sultanalieva, head of the Naryn inter-district labor, social protection, and migration department. According to Sultanalieva, the rights of 38 minors have been violated in Naryn, while in the Naryn district, 19 children have been affected. Of the five registered cases of sexual violence, two were classified as harassment;
In the village of Chayek, located in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, the construction of two children's playgrounds has been completed. They are situated in the neighborhoods "Avtobaza" and "16" and include modern pull-up bars, parallel bars, and horizontal bars, as reported by representatives of the Chayek Ayil Okmotu. According to local authorities, the implementation of the projects was financed from the district development fund. The construction of the
In the Sokuluk district, according to the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan, a regulating reservoir worth 43 million soms has been returned. This reservoir, covering an area of 12.3 hectares and located in the village of Aral of the Sary-Ozon rural administration, was transferred to private hands in 2005-2006 in violation of the legislation when it was managed by the former rural administration named after Krupskaya.
According to information from Orda.kz, coaches and business trainers will now be unable to carry out their activities without verified qualifications. Changes in legislation introduce restrictions on working without a certificate.
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov has signed a decree to establish an embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Arab Republic of Egypt. According to the decree, the aim of this step is to develop political, economic, scientific, and cultural ties between Kyrgyzstan and Egypt. This decision is based on paragraph 10 of Article 4 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Interaction of State Bodies in the Field of Foreign Policy" and part 2 of Article 5 of the Law "On Diplomatic
In the Alamudun district, located in the Chui region, assistance was provided to various citizens with disabilities, as reported by the district state administration to the Turmush correspondent. In accordance with the resolution "On the annual celebration of the International Day for the Protection of Children, the Elderly, and Persons with Disabilities in Kyrgyzstan," from November 15 to December 15 of this year, within the framework of the "We Are Together!" ("Биз
According to the latest data, the USA has become the largest importer of passenger cars from South Korea in the first 11 months of 2025, with a total supply volume of $27.5 billion. Canada ranks second with $5.05 billion, followed by Kyrgyzstan with $3 billion. Russia occupies the 11th position in this ranking. From January to November 2025, Russia imported passenger cars from South Korea worth over $1 million, which is the highest figure since 2021. This data was published in an analysis by