Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan in Turkey held a meeting with Deputy Foreign Minister Musa Kulaklıkayev

On December 10, 2025, a meeting took place in Ankara between Ruslan Kazakbaev, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to the Republic of Turkey, and Musa Kulaklıka, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the negotiations, key aspects of Kyrgyz-Turkish cooperation were discussed, including political dialogue, trade and economic relations, and cultural

Kyrgyz-Japanese Forum: Exchange of Innovations and Experience

The International Forum dedicated to the World Mountain Day, focused on educational cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Japan, was held at the Kyrgyz State Technical University named after I. Razakov. According to the press service of KSTU, the main focus of the forum was on issues of sustainable development in the mining industry and tunnel construction. Leading scientists and specialists from both countries participated in the event to exchange knowledge and new technologies.

District No. 4: Rustambek Uulu, Zhaanbaev, and Alimjanova spent over 24 million soms on the election campaign

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums has published information about the expenses of the electoral funds of candidates who successfully entered the Jogorku Kenesh from district No. 4. Among the elected deputies of the 8th convocation are Soetbek Rustambek uulu, Ulanbek Zhaanbaev, and Nilufer Alimjanova. According to official data, the total amount of funds spent by these three candidates was 24,834,675 soms. Soetbek Rustambek uulu — 14,000,000 soms

Winter Threat: How Fire Attacks Homes and What Everyone Needs to Know

One of the main causes of fires in winter is the overload of electrical appliances, which leads to short circuits and overheating; Improper use of heating devices, such as drying clothes on radiators, and placing heaters near flammable items can also be dangerous;

The Kyrgyzstan national team participated in the opening of the Asian Youth Para Games.

On December 10, the Kyrgyzstan national team participated in the opening ceremony of the Asian Youth Para Games. According to the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports, during the event, the team marched through the stands in a ceremonial parade, and the captain of the para powerlifting team, Azizbek Narbaev, raised the national flag of the country. The duration of the Asian Youth Para Games is until December 14.

Adylbek Kasymaliev participated in the meeting of the EMSA in a narrow format

As part of a working visit to Moscow, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Head of the President's Administration, Adylbek Kasymaliev, participated in a meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council (EIC) in a narrow format. Before the meeting, a ceremony was held to welcome the heads of governments of the EAEU member states.

Asylbek Yuldashev appointed as the First Deputy Akim of the Suzak District

Asylbek Yuldashev has been appointed as the first deputy akim of the Suzak district, according to an order signed by the chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers. This week, the new deputy akim was introduced to local activists. Previously, this position was held by Bakytbek Suyunbaev, who has now moved on to another job.

Illegal Hunting Incidents Prevented in the Jayil District

On December 10, a raid organized by the Chui Regional Administration in cooperation with the NABU organization took place in the Jaiyl district, aimed at preventing illegal hunting incidents. According to information from the Ministry of Natural Resources, the following violations were recorded as a result of this operation:

Cattle worth hundreds of thousands of soms stolen at Issyk-Kul — suspect detained

In Karakol, local police detained a person suspected of livestock theft. On December 11, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region reported that on November 16, 2025, a citizen born in 1979 approached them with a statement that two cows had disappeared from his barn. According to him, the theft occurred at night, and the damage amounted to 240,000 soms.

Chinese officials came to work wearing masks of their colleagues' faces to bypass the timekeeping system.

In this case, it is reported that the committee secretary, also with the surname Li, led a group using masks to deceive the timekeeping system based on facial recognition. Employees printed images of their colleagues on paper and made masks from them, allowing one person to clock in for several employees simultaneously.

Models of New Stained Glass Windows for the Famous Notre-Dame Cathedral Unveiled in Paris

At the exhibition in the Grand Palais museum in Paris, models of six new stained glass windows for the Notre-Dame Cathedral were presented. Each of them measures 7 meters in height and 4 meters in width, allowing for an appreciation of their real scale according to the organizers.

In At-Bashy, 42 officials were held accountable due to declarations

In the At-Bashinsky district, a working forum was held dedicated to the International Anti-Corruption Day. The event took place in the building of the district administration with the participation of leaders from local government institutions. Prosecutors, representatives from the district department of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in the Naryn region, and staff from the internal affairs department were present at the meeting.

The State Committee for National Security, the National Academy of Sciences, and universities of the Kyrgyz Republic discussed the use of AI for information protection.

A round table was held at the GKNB Academy named after A.K. Bakaev, where issues related to the use of artificial intelligence and information technologies in the field of information security were discussed. According to the press service of the state committee, representatives from various government agencies, scientific and educational institutions participated in the meeting, including the National Academy of Sciences, the National Commission on Language Policy, the National Institute for

The President's Plenipotentiary was outraged by the unpreparedness of the head of the Tokmok COVP.

The Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Chui Region, Azamat Osmonov, conducted a working trip to the Center for General Medical Practice (CGMP) in Tokmok, where he familiarized himself with the conditions under which primary medical care is provided to the local population. According to the press service of the representative office, while inspecting the center, Osmonov expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of the building, which is outdated and requires major

Support was provided to people with disabilities in the rural district of Shumkar-Uya

As part of the celebration on December 3, which is observed as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the rural administration of Shumkar-Uya, located in the Talas region, organized a charity event for residents with disabilities. During the event, sweets were distributed to 85 children with disabilities under the age of 18.

In Switzerland, a president was elected for 2026

Guy Parmelin, the Minister of Economy of Switzerland and a member of the Swiss People's Party, has been re-elected as the country's president for 2026, as reported by Kazinform. According to information from the Swissinfo portal, on Wednesday his candidacy received support from 203 votes out of 210 valid ballots, which is a record result since the beginning of the 21st century.

Life in the Regions: In the Kadamjay District, a Villager Produces a Product Under the Brand Name "Eki Dos"

Murad Anarkul uulu, a resident of the Kadamjai district in the Batken region, has been successfully producing household soap for three years, ensuring a stable income from his mini-enterprise. Every week in his small workshop in the village of Zhash-Tilek, he produces about 3,000 bars of soap. The majority of the products are sold at the markets of Khamlion and Batken, and local residents are eager to buy the goods directly from his home. “In three years, I have established the production of

Energy Bridge Between Asia and Europe: Ministers of the OTG Set New Priorities

The V meeting of the energy ministers of the member and observer states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) took place in Istanbul. This important event was attended by high-ranking representatives of energy ministries and the Secretary General of the OTS, Kubanychbek Omuraliev. During the meeting, the significance of the energy potential of the Turkic world was emphasized, both in terms of traditional and renewable energy sources. The unique geographical location of the region makes it

To Reduce Peak Loads, the Ministry of Energy Proposes to Update the Tariff Policy

The Ministry of Energy has presented for discussion a draft resolution concerning "Amendments to Resolution No. 227 dated April 24, 2025," which establishes the Medium-Term Tariff Policy for electricity for the period from 2025 to 2030. The main goal of these changes is to improve the reliability of electricity supply and mitigate peak loads. According to information from the initiators, the energy system of Kyrgyzstan has been facing limitations in generating capacities and a

"Trump's Golden Card" is Live: Website Launched for Selling U.S. Citizenship

The official website of the U.S. administration has begun accepting applications for the "Trump Gold Card," which provides the opportunity to live and work in the U.S., as well as a pathway to obtaining American citizenship, reports DW. The cost of obtaining this card is $1 million, plus a processing fee of $15,000.

The head of the cabinet has arrived in Moscow. How he was welcomed

On December 11, Adylbek Kasymaliev arrived in Moscow on a working visit, according to information from the press service of the government. Photo from the website of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo from the website of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic. Photo from the website of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic. As part of his visit, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers will participate in the next meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council, as well as in an

Temporary Restrictions Introduced at Domodedovo

Temporary measures regarding the arrival and departure of aircraft have been implemented at Domodedovo Airport. This was reported by RIA Novosti. According to information from sources, these restrictions are aimed at ensuring safety during flights.

Bishkek City Court issued a ruling regarding Rita Karasartova

Today, December 11, the panel of the Bishkek City Court reviewed the appeal against the decision of the Sverdlovsk District Court regarding Rita Karasartova. This information was confirmed by the human rights defender herself. For reference, in September 2025, Karasartova was found guilty under Articles 278 "Mass Riots" and 327 "Public Calls for Violent Seizure of Power" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. As a result, she was sentenced to five years of probation

Felix Kulov: The Constitutional Court has taken its step. But a referendum on the death penalty is needed.

“The prohibition in the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic does not mean that the people are deprived of the right to discuss its amendment”

A large predator was photographed in the Kochkor mountains

In the Naryn region, in the Kochkor district, a footprint of a predatory animal was recorded, the size of which is comparable to a human hand. Hunter Temirbek Kydyrbaev told Turmush that the photograph of the footprint was taken at the wintering site of Chilik, in the Ak-Tash area, near the village of Sary-Bulak. "Male wolves of such size are extremely rare. In all my hunting practice, I have not encountered such individuals. We learned that in the Sary-Bulak area, wolves have started to

What holidays and vacations await the people of Kyrgyzstan in 2026

The Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration has approved the holiday calendar for 2026, which includes numerous state, non-working, and pre-holiday days for the citizens of Kyrgyzstan. Among the state holidays celebrated in 2026:

Edil Baisalov visited a school in Bishkek

Today, the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Edil Baisalov, visited school No. 68 located in Bishkek. The event was also attended by the First Deputy Minister of Education Mukhtarbek Baymurzaev, the Deputy Minister for Digital Development Lira Samykbaeva, and the Vice Mayor of the capital, Victoria Mozgacheva. During the visit, Baisalov met with educators, including primary school teachers, and discussed reforms in the education system. He emphasized that the main goal of his visit

Life in the Regions: In a Batken Store, Seeing a Nurse in Different Clothes, She and Her Husband Were Refunded for Their Purchase

Inabat Abdullaeva, a resident of Batken, has dedicated herself to the nursing profession for over 40 years. For the past 25 years, she has worked in the immunization department of the Batken Regional Family Medicine Center, where she now meets the children of parents she once vaccinated herself. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she recalled being born in 1960 into a mining family in the village of Samarkandek in the Batken region, as the only daughter among five brothers. After

Adylbek Kasymaliev arrived in Moscow on a working visit

Adylbek Kasymaliev has arrived in Moscow on a working visit, holding the position of Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration. During his visit, he will participate in a meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council, as well as in an international conference dedicated to cooperation in the field of science and technology.

Life in the Regions: Talented Artist Kökümbek Uulu Kadyrbek Turns Houses into Living Paintings

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In the At-Bashinsky District, the construction of a new kindergarten has been completed

In the At-Bashinsky district, in the village of Bash-Kayindy, the construction of a new kindergarten has been successfully completed. According to information provided by the Ministry of Construction, the project was financed from the republican budget, and the work began in 2022. The kindergarten, designed for 120 places, is a two-story building with a total area of 585 square meters. It is important to note that this institution has been built in accordance with modern standards, providing

A New Department Has Been Established in the Structure of the Ministry of Construction

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, familiarized himself with the work of the new Department of Engineering Surveys, which was established within the ministry. He visited a building that underwent major repairs, where the department director, Bolot Cholponbaev, presented a report on the completed works. According to the department's information, Oruntaev emphasized that engineering surveys are crucial for the development of the

The National Bank revoked the license of the credit union "Adybai-Ata" in Naryn

- On December 8, 2025, the Naryn Regional Office of the National Bank officially revoked license No. 468, issued on September 30, 2004, for the credit union "Adybay-Ata". This decision was the result of a voluntary choice made by the members of the union, which took place on December 4, 2025.

Reconstruction of Uch-Kurgan and Kambarata HPP-2: Accelerated schedules for equipment supply and installation have been agreed upon

The parties have reached an agreement on the necessity to accelerate the schedules for the preparation, commissioning, and execution of construction and installation works for the above-mentioned projects. Key outcomes of the meetings: Uch-Kurgan HPP (GA-1 and GA-2):

In Osh, about 3 million soms were spent on decorating the main New Year tree.

In Osh, preparations for the New Year celebrations are ongoing, as reported by Turmush correspondent. According to the city’s cultural department, the current expenses for decorating the central square, the New Year tree, and the surrounding area amount to about 3 million soms.

Since the beginning of the year, Kyrgyzstan has purchased pasta products from Tajikistan for $1.5 million

According to information provided by the National Statistical Committee, there has been a 2% increase in pasta imports during the first nine months of 2025. From January to September, Kyrgyzstan imported 3,600 tons of pasta products from eight different countries. The total value of this import exceeded 6 million dollars. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, 3,500 tons were imported worth 5.6 million dollars, which also confirms a 2% increase.

In Osh, they intend to submit materials regarding the "Megapolis" shopping center and the "Eldorado Grand" restaurant to the court.

The mayor of the city of Osh, J. Toktorbaev, recently visited new markets, including the "Osh" bazaar, "Jibek-Jolu," "Kelechek," and the candy market, as reported in a press release from the mayor's office. During his visit, the mayor inspected ongoing construction projects at the markets and gave instructions for addressing identified shortcomings.

"Kazakhmys" relocated from the Netherlands to Astana amid upcoming sale

The company "Kazakhmys Corporation," engaged in copper mining, no longer has ties with the Dutch enterprise. Shareholders, including millionaires Vladimir Kim and Eduard Ogaï, plan to sell the company's assets. According to data from DFO, the parent company Kazakhmys Copper has changed its shareholders and now has no relations with K.C.C B.V. from the Netherlands, as reported by Kursiv. Now, KCC Copper Limited has taken the place of K.C.C B.V. as the founder of Kazakhmys Copper,

The Ministry of Economic Development proposes to increase fines for illegal transportation of goods

The Ministry of Economy of Kyrgyzstan has presented amendments to the Tax Code aimed at implementing Presidential Decree No. 350, which concerns support measures for certain sectors of the economy. The draft proposes to introduce new provisions for the offset of overpaid non-tax revenues, increase fines for the illegal import of goods from EAEU countries, and abolish the requirement to obtain licenses for the sale of alcoholic beverages. The document is available for public discussion. Main

World Christmas Trees 2025: New Year’s Glow from New York to Bishkek

Exporters of Kyrgyzstan will compete for the title of the best in 2025

The Center for Development and Promotion of Exports "Kyrgyz Export" has initiated a national competition titled "Best Exporter of the Kyrgyz Republic – 2025". It is aimed at domestic companies and entrepreneurs, offering them the opportunity to showcase their achievements. As noted by the organizers, this event opens up excellent prospects for businesses to strengthen their positions on the international stage and provides useful tools for further growth.

The boy is walking to school through snowdrifts up to his waist.

In the morning, a schoolboy from the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region faced difficulties on his way to school. In a video recorded by local residents in the Alaykuu valley, the moment is captured when the boy, submerged up to his waist in snow, crosses a rural street to reach his school.

The Ministry of Agriculture will establish 385 processing enterprises across Kyrgyzstan

- The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry announced plans to open 385 processing enterprises in the territory of Kyrgyzstan. According to the ministry's forecasts, this will increase the level of agricultural product processing to 25% by 2030.

"‘Today, drugs are everywhere,’ warns the director of the relevant EU agency"

According to Gusdeel, over the past 10 years in office, he has witnessed significant changes in the field of illegal drug trafficking and the development of initiatives aimed at public health. Gusdeel points out that in the last decade, Europe has seen the emergence of new narcotic substances that attract a wide range of consumers, from those who use them occasionally to those who suffer from addiction and social isolation.

The USA plans to check social media of tourists from allied countries. How this will work is unclear.

In the near future, tourists from 40 countries that have the opportunity for visa-free entry into the U.S. may face a new requirement. According to a draft document published by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, they may need to provide information about their social media accounts for the past five years. This was reported by the BBC.

The Constitutional Court banned the reinstatement of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan

Recently, the Kyrgyz Ministry of Foreign Affairs made a statement regarding the death penalty. The increase in violent crimes, especially against women and children, has raised serious concerns among the population. The country's president, alarmed by the rise in violence, took control of the investigation into the murder of a 17-year-old girl from Karakol and instructed the relevant authorities to develop amendments to the legislation allowing for the death penalty for child rape and

Bezos and Musk Aim to Move Data Centers to Space

The rivalry between two billionaires in rocket development and satellite launches is already known to many, but now they are directing their efforts towards creating orbital data centers. Authors: Mika Maidenberg and Becky Peterson

A Large Family of Capricorns Encountered in the Talas Mountains

On the territory of the state natural park "Besh-Tash," located in the Talas region, a herd of mountain goats has been recorded. According to witnesses, the number of animals was ten. As reported by the park administration, on December 10, it was possible to capture these ten goats on video in the Arashan Mazary area.