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A 16-Meter Tall New Year Tree Installed in the City of Uzgen

In Uzgen, a New Year tree has been installed, which is 3 meters taller than last year. This was reported by Manas Koichukulov, the head of the municipal property management at the city hall. According to him, the new tree is located in the "Dostuk" park. Its height is 16 meters, and the costs for its installation amounted to 200,000 soms. This year, the tree has significantly increased in size compared to last year. It is expected that the lights on the tree will be turned on at the

16.12.2025, 16:19
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In the Tabylgyty Valley, rock paintings featuring two-meter-tall images of camels have been preserved.

In the Talas region, within the Bakai-Ata district, lies the Tabylgyty valley, known for its rare animals and historical finds, including stones with ancient inscriptions. According to local resident Batyrkan Kutmanaliev, there is an area in this valley called Zhaltirak-Tash, stretching along the Kandy-Bai River. "This area got its name because from a distance its surface sparkles like a mirror reflection of sunlight, giving it a special atmosphere. The most valuable treasures here are the

16.12.2025, 16:15
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Conflict with Stabbing Between Brothers Occurred in Balakchy

A serious incident occurred in Balykchy between brothers, as a result of which one of them was hospitalized. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, the incident took place on the night of December 13 to 14, 2025, around midnight. A resident of Balykchy, I.A., while in an intoxicated state at his home, got into a conflict with his brother I.N., who also arrived in a state of alcohol intoxication. The quarrel arose due to a misunderstanding

16.12.2025, 16:14
Heavy rains and floods hit Bolivia, there are casualties
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Heavy rains and floods hit Bolivia, there are casualties

As a result of heavy rains and subsequent floods in Bolivia, 20 people have died. This is reported in materials from Kazinform, citing information from Anadolu Ajansı. Bolivia's Deputy Minister of Civil Defense, Alfredo Troche, informed local media about flooding in Santa Cruz, which was caused by the overflow of the Pirai River. As a result of this disaster, not only have human losses been recorded, but many people are also reported missing.

16.12.2025, 16:03
In Bishkek, a performance of the play "Rehearsal" will be held to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the G. Aitiev Museum.
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In Bishkek, a performance of the play "Rehearsal" will be held to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the G. Aitiev Museum.

On December 19, a performance titled "Rehearsal" will take place in Bishkek, dedicated to the anniversary of the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, which is celebrating its 90th anniversary. This event is part of the anniversary program called "MUSEALE-90". The performance "Rehearsal" explores themes of faith, love, and art, inviting the audience to immerse themselves in the process of forming a community around the inner experiences of

16.12.2025, 15:59
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In Kyrgyzstan, a "showcase" of state power has been launched - a unified website for all agencies

On December 16, during a government meeting, the head of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, officially presented the new state portal - egov.kg. This was reported by the government press service. “We must ensure transparent and open work of government bodies. Our task is to provide the population with relevant and verified information. Social networks and media play an important role, but there are also distortions of information and the spread of unreliable data. In these

16.12.2025, 15:57
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Life in the Regions: A Prosperous Ulaqchy from Kara-Kulja Received a Horse from the Head of Government Under President Askar Akayev

Zamirbek Turgunbaev, who is engaged in horse breeding, actively participates in equestrian competitions. His horse, known by the name Lambada, took part in the kok-boru dedicated to the 1000th anniversary of the epic of Manas. According to Turgunbaev, it was during this event that he received a gift from the head of the government, Apas Jumagulov — this horse, which became the prize for the title of "Best Player". Turgunbaev, born on March 12, 1957, in the village of Sary-Kamysh

16.12.2025, 15:52
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Our People Abroad: Begimai from Talas Married a Resident of a Country Where Hierarchy Plays an Important Role

Turmush continues to introduce readers to Kyrgyzstani individuals who have made a life abroad. Begimai Kaa kieva shared her experience of living in the South Korean city of Naju. Begimai Kaa kieva, a native of the village of Ak-Korgon in the Talas region, was born in 1996. She is currently married and raising a son with her husband. For the past few years, their family has been living in South Korea. “My parents were educators: my father initially taught elementary classes and later became a

16.12.2025, 15:52
Teenager carried out a knife attack at a school in the Moscow region. A security guard and a ten-year-old student were killed.
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Teenager carried out a knife attack at a school in the Moscow region. A security guard and a ten-year-old student were killed.

The attacker also sprayed pepper spray in the face of 32-year-old security guard Dmitry Pavlov. According to reports, the teenager had meticulously prepared for the attack and even told one of the teachers that he would soon end up in prison. The school lacks metal detectors, only having regular turnstiles, which allowed him to bring a knife and possibly a homemade explosive device without hindrance. According to the Telegram channel Baza, the teenager assembled a fake device resembling an

16.12.2025, 15:47
Storm Warning: Snow Avalanches Expected in the Mountainous Regions of Kyrgyzstan
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Storm Warning: Snow Avalanches Expected in the Mountainous Regions of Kyrgyzstan

From December 17 to 19, 2025, significant precipitation is expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan. This may lead to snow avalanches on certain roads, including sections of Bishkek-Osh (km 121-138 at the Too-Ashuu Pass and km 198-255 at the Ala-Bel Pass) and Ala-Buka — Kanysh-Kiya (km 68-74 and km 86-101 at the Chapchyma Pass). The roads Red Gorka — Ak-Tash (0-3 km), Myrza-Ake — Kara-Kuldja — Alayku (km 65-110), Karakol-Enilchek (km 45-90 at the Chon-Ashuu Pass), and Balikchy —

16.12.2025, 15:12
Volkswagen Closes Factory in Germany for the First Time in 88 Years
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Volkswagen Closes Factory in Germany for the First Time in 88 Years

For the first time in its 88-year history, the Volkswagen Group has decided to close one of its factories in Germany. This was reported by the Financial Times, citing information from the Kazinform agency and BELTA. The closure of the factory in Dresden is due to financial difficulties arising from declining sales in Europe and China, as well as high import tariffs imposed by the United States. This decision is part of a broader program by Volkswagen aimed at cutting 35,000 jobs in Germany.

16.12.2025, 15:01
Kyrgyz Ethno-Musical "Raymaly and Begimai" Showcased in Moscow
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Kyrgyz Ethno-Musical "Raymaly and Begimai" Showcased in Moscow

html The Kyrgyz ethno-musical "Raymaly and Begimai" was showcased in Moscow, organized by the creative team of the Toktogul Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic. This event was dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the famous writer Chyngyz Aitmatov. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, on December 14, the musical, based on a legend from Aitmatov's novel "And the Day Lasts More Than a Century," was presented at the

16.12.2025, 14:55
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Mothers from Kadamzhai visited soldiers, treating them to homemade pastries and creating a festive atmosphere

In the Kadamjay district, in the Ak-Turpak ayil, a touching event called "I Miss the Bread Baked by My Mom" ("Апам жапкан нанды сагындым") took place, during which local women visited the soldiers guarding the country. As reported by Oomina Akhmatova, the chairwoman of the women's council of the Ak-Turpak ayil okmotu, this initiative involved mothers who personally prepared traditional Kyrgyz dishes for the soldiers. The menu included kattama, borsok, tandoor bread,

16.12.2025, 14:48
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In Osh, an environmental organization summarized the year: Illegal hunting resulted in fines of 1 million 456 thousand soms.

In the Osh region, an event took place where the organization NABU Kyrgyzstan summarized its activities in the field of environmental protection. Representatives from the Ecology and Technical Supervision Service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic for the Osh region, as well as inspectors, gamekeepers, and journalists were present at the meeting.

16.12.2025, 14:46
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs presented the cooperation program between Kyrgyzstan and Switzerland for 2026–2029.
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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs presented the cooperation program between Kyrgyzstan and Switzerland for 2026–2029.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan held a presentation of the cooperation program with Switzerland covering the period from 2026 to 2029, which will be implemented with the support of the Swiss side. The presentation was conducted under the leadership of Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Meder Abakirov, as reported by the ministry's press service.

16.12.2025, 14:37
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Eldar Abakirov appealed to the Supreme Court with a complaint about the election results in district No. 26

Eldar Abakirov, who ran for deputy in district No. 26, has filed a cassation appeal to the Supreme Court of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to sources, this information has been confirmed in court. Recall that on December 12, the Administrative Court of Bishkek dismissed his complaint regarding the actions of the Central Election Commission concerning the election results and possible voter bribery.

16.12.2025, 14:36
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In the villages of Jumgal District, the preparation of structures for flood prevention has been completed.

In the Naryn region, in the villages of Chayek, Kok-Oy, and Besh-Terek, activities aimed at creating structures designed to prevent mudflows have been successfully completed. During the preventive work, special channels were dug, and barriers were installed to divert water generated during mudflow events. These measures are taken annually, and funding is provided from the budget of the ayil okmotu. The Ministry of Emergency Situations also provides assistance by supplying fuel and specialized

16.12.2025, 14:32
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In Kyrgyzstan, the mechanism for the growth of jewelry production is being discussed, using Turkey as an example.

- In Kyrgyzstan, the question is being raised about the possibility of implementing a state support mechanism similar to that used in Turkey and several other countries, aimed at developing the jewelry and textile industries. This was reported on December 15, 2025, by the Deputy Chairman of the State Tax Service, Kubanychbek Isabekov, during a radio broadcast. He noted that with government support, producers will be able to access raw materials, including gold, for creating jewelry that can

16.12.2025, 14:27
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The teacher filmed a video that the president saw — Nurzaman Almazbekov is heading to Bishkek

10-year-old Nurzaman Almazbekov, a 4th-grade student at the "Aydyn-Kol" primary school in Koo-Chaty, received an invitation to the presidential New Year tree in Bishkek. Turmush previously reported that a heavy snowfall recently hit the high-altitude villages of the Alaykuu valley. At that time, local residents recorded Nurzaman struggling through snowdrifts up to his waist on his way to school.

16.12.2025, 14:26
Xiaomi to Pre-Install Cryptocurrency Wallet on Smartphones Starting in 2026
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Xiaomi to Pre-Install Cryptocurrency Wallet on Smartphones Starting in 2026

The application will function as a crypto wallet and gateway to decentralized services, allowing users to make P2P payments, interact with decentralized applications (dApps), and explore other blockchain products without the need to add additional apps. Xiaomi, ranked third in the world in smartphone sales after Apple and Samsung, holds a market share of over 13%, which is approximately 160 million devices per year. This collaboration could attract millions of users to cryptocurrencies,

16.12.2025, 14:15
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The Ministry of Agriculture plans to create 385 processing enterprises by 2030

- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is working on the implementation of a program aimed at creating 385 processing enterprises. This will help increase the level of agricultural product processing to 25% by 2030, as reported by the ministry's press service. According to the agency's information, the opening of 7 trade and logistics centers and 78 processing enterprises is planned in the Chui region. Their operations will cover areas such as the

16.12.2025, 14:08
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The Council of Heads of Standardization Bodies of the EAEU Countries Approved the Work Plan Until 2027

- The Council of Heads of Standardization Bodies of the EAEU states discussed key areas for the development of this field, as reported by the EEC. During the meeting, participants reviewed the procedure for developing lists of standards necessary for the technical regulations of the EAEU, as well as agreed on the Commission's proposals aimed at increasing the efficiency of this process.

16.12.2025, 14:04
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Over 9,000 units of agricultural machinery leased for 21.8 billion soms

- Farmers were provided with 9,016 units of agricultural machinery on lease for a total amount of 21.8 billion soms. This information was published by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. As part of the state-supported leasing program, 2,029 units of machinery were transferred in 2025 for a total of 7.2 billion soms.

16.12.2025, 14:01
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Life in the Regions: The Story of Power Engineer Mirbek Akmatov, Who Has Worked for Over 20 Years at the Karkyra Site

Despite the challenging climate conditions and remoteness, the power supply in the Karkyra pasture remains reliable. This is largely thanks to the efforts of Mirbek Akmatov, who works at the electric grid enterprise in the Tyup district. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, he shared that he has been working in the Karkyra area for 20 years, ensuring a stable supply of electricity and quickly responding to emergency situations.

16.12.2025, 13:43
The Louvre in Paris Closed Due to Employee Strike
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The Louvre in Paris Closed Due to Employee Strike

On December 15, the Louvre suspended its operations due to a strike initiated by its employees. This information was published on the museum's official website. The statement reads: "Due to the employees' strike, the museum is temporarily closed. We apologize for the inconvenience caused."

16.12.2025, 13:37
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Life in the Regions: While the city of Karakol sleeps, Adilet Ishenbekov repairs power lines

Adilet Ishenbekov, a specialist with experience in the energy sector and education from Tomsk (Russia), makes an important contribution to the stable electricity supply of Karakol. As reported by a Turmush correspondent, since he started working at the Karakol District Electric Networks, Adilet has been performing complex and responsible work to ensure that residents have electricity. Although his work often goes unnoticed, it is his efforts that bring light to the homes of the townspeople.

16.12.2025, 13:27
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Faridin Uulu Kutman won 2 gold medals at the arm wrestling competitions in Dubai

Faridin Uulu Kutman, a native of the village of Ak-Dobo in the Bakai-Ata district of the Talas region, has won two gold medals at arm wrestling competitions held in Dubai, UAE. According to his mother, Aizat Altymyshova, the 22-year-old athlete earned these awards at a tournament for people with disabilities. "Kutman was born with a diagnosis of cerebral palsy. We took him to school until the 4th grade, and then until the 9th grade, teachers came to our home to teach him. Despite moving in

16.12.2025, 13:21
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Chuy Region Leads in Autumn Sowing

The Ministry of Agriculture reported that in Kyrgyzstan, 155.6 thousand hectares were sown in the fall, of which about 100 thousand hectares are located in the Chui region. Currently, a total of 155.6 thousand hectares have been prepared for autumn sowing in the republic, with the majority located in the Chui region.

16.12.2025, 13:06
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The Chairman of the Management Board has Changed at "FinanceCreditBank"

- A change in management has occurred in the executive body of OJSC "FinanceCreditBank." The relevant information was published on the website of the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange. As of December 12, 2025, the powers of Zinchenko Irina Alekseevna as the chairperson of the board have been terminated due to her resignation at her own request.

16.12.2025, 13:04
Adylbek Kasymaliev presented the results of two key reforms in the field of digitalization of medicine and business simplification.
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Adylbek Kasymaliev presented the results of two key reforms in the field of digitalization of medicine and business simplification.

One of the reforms was the improvement of access to guaranteed medical services for citizens, which is directly related to the effectiveness of the implementation of the State Guarantees Program in the healthcare sector. Despite the fact that the program has been in existence for a long time and provides each citizen with a guaranteed volume of medical services funded by the state, its effectiveness remained in question due to low public awareness and the lack of a convenient tool for

16.12.2025, 12:56
In New York, the 30th anniversary of the UN resolution dedicated to the epic "Manas" was celebrated
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In New York, the 30th anniversary of the UN resolution dedicated to the epic "Manas" was celebrated

On December 15, 2025, an international cultural event was held at the UN headquarters in New York to mark the 30th anniversary of the adoption of UN General Assembly resolution 49/129, which recognizes the epic 'Manas' as a significant spiritual heritage of the Kyrgyz people. Among the participants were the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic, Mirbek Mambetaliev, the Permanent Representative of Kyrgyzstan to the UN, Aida Kasymalieva, the Deputy

16.12.2025, 12:45
Citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic, who ended up in a military camp in Myanmar, evacuated back to her homeland
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Citizen of the Kyrgyz Republic, who ended up in a military camp in Myanmar, evacuated back to her homeland

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the completion of the evacuation of a citizen who found herself in a military camp in Myanmar. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the operation took place on December 10, 2025, with the assistance of the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Malaysia and the Honorary Consulate in Thailand. Preliminary data indicates that this citizen became a victim of a fraudulent scheme related to labor migration and was illegally

16.12.2025, 12:30
Public Services Without Visits and Queues. Results of the "Government Accelerators" Reforms
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Public Services Without Visits and Queues. Results of the "Government Accelerators" Reforms

At a meeting held under the leadership of the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev, the results of new reforms implemented within the framework of the "Government Accelerators" program were presented. Since 2025, the implementation of 12 reform initiatives aimed at addressing pressing socio-economic issues has begun. The outcomes of two key areas were announced at this meeting.

16.12.2025, 12:24