Tokon Mamytov: The President is Open to Dialogue with the People on the Most Sensitive Issues

Tokon Mamytov, a state and political figure, noted in an interview with IA "Kabar" that the People's Kurultai serves not only as a means of uniting society but also as an effective tool for interaction between the government and citizens. According to him, the current format of the People's Kurultai sends an important political signal, demonstrating the president's openness to direct communication with the population on the most pressing and controversial issues,

"‘We don’t need your taxes, protect children’s health.’ The deputy spoke out against lifting the ban on vapes."

- On December 24, 2025, during a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Erulan Kokulov expressed his disagreement with the proposal to lift the ban on the import and sale of vapes. He emphasized that this law was enacted to protect the younger generation and preserve their health.

The People's Kurultai is Becoming an Important Platform for Dialogue Between the Authorities and Society - Sadyr Japarov

President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov emphasized the importance of this institution as a stable foundation in the country's political system during the IV People's Kurultai. He noted that the kurultai is becoming a significant platform for discussing and resolving national issues in cooperation between the government and society. The head of state pointed out that over time, the People's Kurultai has gained a unique place in the political system, functioning as a "living

Kyrgyzstan Returned 22 Tons of Fish Feed to Turkey Due to Non-Compliance with Requirements

At the border veterinary checkpoint "Ak-Tilek" in the Chui region, a batch of fish feed weighing 22 tons was returned. This cargo was illegally imported into Kyrgyzstan from Turkey, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture to the Turmush correspondent. According to sources from the ministry, border veterinary control inspectors conducted an inspection during which they found that the cargo did not meet the veterinary and sanitary requirements of the Eurasian Economic Union.

Sadyr Japarov: There is no place for violence against women and children in our society

At the IV People's Kurultai, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, raised an important issue regarding the safety of women and children, emphasizing its critical significance for society and the state. He pointed out the alarming increase in cases of violence, which, in his opinion, damages the reputation of society and undermines its core values.

In Bishkek, the CEO of "MBE Group" was detained, the founder has been put on the wanted list.

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The veterinary control of Kyrgyzstan did not allow 22 tons of fish feed from Turkey to pass.

In the Chui region, at the border veterinary control point "Ak-Tilek," a shipment of 22 tons of fish feed imported from Turkey was returned. The reason for the refusal was a violation of established norms, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. An inspection conducted by border veterinary control inspectors revealed non-compliance with veterinary and sanitary requirements adopted within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union.

In Kyrgyzstan today, 67 social facilities will be opened and put into operation in an online format.

Today, December 25, in honor of the IV People's Kurultai, with the participation of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, the opening and commissioning of 67 social facilities will take place in an online format across the country. This information was provided by the Ministry of Construction and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the ministry, the new facilities are aimed at improving citizens' access to social services, strengthening the

In some areas of Bishkek, there will be no cold water today

The city hall reported that in some areas of Bishkek, there will be no cold water today. Specifically, the supply of drinking water will be suspended on December 25, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM. This will affect residential buildings, educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social and industrial facilities. The list of areas where the water supply will be interrupted:

The IV People's Kurultai has started in Bishkek

Today, December 25, the IV People's Kurultai, which has state significance, opened at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic in Bishkek. Among the participants are President Sadyr Japarov, Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, as well as Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev and other high-ranking officials, including government members and civil servants of various levels.

A New Year's Tree Event for 400 Children Held in Talas

A New Year celebration took place in Talas, organized at the initiative of the representative in the region. 400 children were invited to the event. Among them were students who achieved success in their studies, as well as kids from large and low-income families, children deprived of parental care, and children with special needs.

Stepped Away for a Bottle and Lost His Car. A Car Thief Was Detained in Tokmok

In the Chuy region, as a result of the raid "Search", a person suspected of car theft was detained. According to information provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chuy region, on December 4, 2025, a 38-year-old citizen K.T. approached local law enforcement in Tokmok and reported the theft of his car. The incident occurred on November 26, 2025, around 19:00, when his red Mercedes-Benz Sprinter was stolen from in front of his house on Zhantaeva Street.

Winter Fun and Safety: A Doctor Explained How to Protect Children

In winter, the likelihood of children getting injured increases, especially during active recreation on tubes, sleds, and skis. This was reported by Arthur Satyilganov, a trauma surgeon at the City Children's Clinical Emergency Hospital and head of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at I.K. Akhunbaev Kyrgyz State Medical Academy, in a program on Birinchi Radio. Satyilganov noted that many injuries occur due to large crowds on tubing tracks, insufficient supervision of children, and

Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan Agreed to Increase Trade Volume Between the Countries

On December 24, a meeting took place between Meder Tumanov, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Samad Gasanov, Trade Representative of Azerbaijan in Central Asia. This was reported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan. During the negotiations, issues related to the implementation of previously reached agreements, which were discussed at the 6th meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission on Economic and Humanitarian Cooperation held on

Chynar Tokolova Appointed as School Director in the Village of Ak-Chiy

In the Naryn region, in the village of Ak-Chiy, Chynar Tokolova has been appointed as the director of the local secondary school. Previously, this school, named after Murzabek Balbakov, was headed by Azamat Doelotbekov, who left the position to take another job. Chynar Tokolova was chosen to replace him, having previously worked at the school as a teacher.

Residents of Kara-Balta Opened the Snowy Mountain Riding Season

In the Jayil district, the season of winter outdoor entertainment has begun. Despite temperature fluctuations, the snow cover in the foothills and mountains of the Jayil district remains stable. As soon as the snow layer reaches 10-15 centimeters, the residents of Kara-Balta flock to the foothills on weekends to enjoy sledding down the slopes.

The Cabinet approved a draft memorandum with Pakistan on cooperation in agriculture.

- On December 3, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers signed Order No. 1052-t, which approved cooperation with the government of Pakistan in the field of agriculture through a Memorandum of Understanding. The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, who also holds the position of Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, is authorized to sign this memorandum on behalf of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Elected Chairman and Deputies of the National Council of the IV People's Kurultai

At the IV People's Kurultai, the issue of electing the chairman of the National Council and his deputies was discussed. According to the protocol, 17 members participated in the meeting. As a result of the voting, Mambetkerim Chekirov was elected as the chairman of the National Council, and Zamirbek Kochorbaev and Baibolot Abytov were elected as his deputies.

In the Pervomaisky District of Bishkek, the results of the "Ülgülüür" competitions were summarized.

In the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, the finals of the competitions "Үлгүлүү аксакал", "Үлгүлүү байбиче", "Нарктуу келин", "Мыкты ата", "Үлгүлүү үй-бүлө", "Үлгүлүү көчө", "Үлгүлүү конуш", "Үлгүлүү ишкана", and "Үлгүлүү жамаат" were held, as reported by the city administration. Candidates were nominated by municipal territorial administrations of the district, and their materials, including video

Kurultai Gains Momentum. Power and the People Meet at the Same Table

At the IV People's Kurultai, more than 700 delegates gathered, representing over 200 rural districts and various regions of the country. This was reported by State Secretary Arslan Koichiev to the Kabar agency. Koichiev emphasized: "I am actively involved in the preparation of the kurultai, and now I am entrusted with the responsibility for the successful conduct of the event. Our main task is to hear the people's opinion and confirm that the kurultai serves as a link between

A new landing system for fog will be operational at Manas Airport by the end of January.

In recent days, Kyrgyzstan has experienced issues with air travel due to heavy fog. Flights were canceled, and passengers were refunded for their tickets. It was particularly difficult at Manas International Airport, where fog hindered not only takeoffs but also landings. As a result, some flights were redirected to other airports, such as Issyk-Kul, Almaty, Tashkent, and Osh. According to the press service of the Airports of Kyrgyzstan JSC, such weather conditions were previously more common

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Life in the Regions: A 4th Grader Saved Money for a Whole Year That He Was Given for Pastries and Bought His Mom an Expensive Flower

Saule Akylbekova, a 60-year-old resident of the village of Bakai-Ata in the Bakai-Ata district of the Talas region, found a new hobby after retiring — she started growing flowers, which has become an additional source of income for her. By profession, Saule is an accountant and worked for many years in the village administration and the Social Fund.

The Foreign Ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Mauritius Held a Phone Conversation

On December 24 of this year, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, held a telephone conversation with Jahandzhai Ramful, who serves as the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and International Trade of the Republic of Mauritius. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the discussion, the parties explored opportunities for further development of bilateral relations and agreed on the

In the Ak-Talinsky District, 15,000 horses were microchipped

In the Naryn region, in the Ak-Tal district, the process of identifying horses is actively underway. As reported by the leading specialist of the district veterinary service, Mirbek Toktobaev, the identification of 5,558 horses is planned for 2025, however, as of today, electronic chips have already been installed on 15,381 horses.

In Kara-Balta, the lights of the New Year tree were solemnly lit: Thousands of residents gathered in the central square

On December 24, the main New Year tree was lit in Kara-Balta. According to reports, the event took place in the square of the Lenin Cultural House, where many residents gathered to enjoy the concert and fireworks.

Exchange rates for December 25

As of December 25, 2025, the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has published the current exchange rates. USD — 87.4500 (as of 24.12 — 87.4500) EUR — 103.1866 (as of 24.12 — 103.0555) RUB — 1.1186 (as of 24.12 — 1.1118) KZT — 0.1714 (as of 24.12 — 0.1714) CNY — 12.4687 (as of 24.12 — 12.4426) In commercial banks, the average purchase price of the dollar is 87.34 soms, while the selling price is 87.80 soms.

The Chairman of the Auditing Commission of the IV People's Kurultai has been elected as Zhanibek Bargybaev

At the IV People's Kurultai, the chairman of the auditing commission was elected — Zhanibek Bargybaev. According to the protocol, the new commission consists of 11 members. The issue of appointing a chairman was included in the agenda and discussed.

Kyrgyzstan exported 86 tons of honey to China since the beginning of the year

- Since the beginning of 2025, Kyrgyzstan has exported 85.7 tons of honey to China from January to November. This data was published in the electronic database of the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China. The largest number of shipments was recorded in January (20 tons), May (33 tons), and June (15 tons).

The IV People's Kurultai Kicks Off Today in Bishkek

Today, December 25, the IV People's Kurultai, which holds significant importance for the state, begins at the Toktogul Satylganov National Philharmonic in Kyrgyzstan. Participants expected at the event include the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, and the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, as well as government members and representatives of state services.

The Cabinet approved the requirements for the arrangement of the SFIT "Tamchy" on Issyk-Kul.

- On December 11, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers approved Resolution No. 800, regulating the establishment of the Special Financial Investment Territory (SFIT) "Tamchy," which will operate under special legal norms. This document was prepared in accordance with the law "On the Special Financial Investment Territory 'Tamchy'" and contains criteria for the placement of facilities, as well as establishes the procedure for forming a comprehensive development and zoning

In Bishkek, the best exporters of the country were awarded

On December 24, 2025, the final of the national competition "Best Exporter of the Kyrgyz Republic" took place in Bishkek, organized by the Export Development and Promotion Center "Kyrgyz Export," as reported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. The competition was created to identify and support leaders among export-oriented companies, as well as to promote Kyrgyz products in international markets. At the event, welcoming speeches were made by

Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev held a meeting with the delegates of the IV People's Kurultai

Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, met with 30 delegates of the IV People's Kurultai, representing diasporas from countries such as Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkey, Germany, the USA, Canada, Italy, the Czech Republic, the United Kingdom, Lithuania, Slovakia, Poland, South Korea, and Egypt. During the meeting, the minister detailed the key aspects of state policy, the socio-economic development of the country, and the activities of the Ministry of Foreign

Kamchybek Tashiev made a statement regarding the death of a mother of three children

A recent tragedy in Kyrgyzstan, resulting in the death of a woman, has sparked widespread public outcry. On this matter, the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kamchybek Tashiev, emphasized that the state will respond firmly to any violence against women and children.

Leninsky District Held an Action Against Digital Violence Against Women

As part of the international campaign "16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence," the Department of Social Development of the Leninsky District Municipal Administration, with the support of UNFPA, organized an event. This year, the main focus was on the issue of digital violence. The organizers noted that with the growth of technology, women and girls are increasingly facing harassment and threats online, highlighting the need for new methods to protect human rights.

In which ayil okmotu of Kyrgyzstan was hemp cultivated during the Soviet era?

In the rural municipality of Jany-Jer in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, hemp was cultivated during the Soviet Union. This was reported to the Turmush correspondent by the local rural municipality.

On the Bishkek-Osh Road, 3 Cars Collided

A traffic accident occurred on the Bishkek—Osh highway, resulting in injuries to three people. According to preliminary data, the incident happened on the evening of December 24 in the village of Bokso-Zhol, located in the Jayil district of the Chui region, at the 65th kilometer of the road. The accident involved vehicles of the models "Honda CR-V," "Volkswagen Golf," and "Mercedes-Benz Sprinter."

Media report on new clashes at the Tajik-Afghan border. Two Tajikistan officers killed.

An incident occurred on the Tajik-Afghan border, resulting in the deaths of two officers from Tajikistan and several Afghan militants. Official authorities have not yet made any comments. According to certain sources, reported by the "Ozodi" radio station, the clash took place on December 24 in the Bahorak area of the Shamsiddin-Shokhin district. According to available information, the clash occurred between Tajik border guards and an armed group of smugglers from Afghanistan.

Life in the Regions: G. Ilebaeva from Ak-Suu, together with her students, gives a second life to items sent for recycling

Gulzat Ilebaeva, a teacher from the village of Maman, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, has dedicated her life to working in a children's education center for two decades. Her total experience in pedagogy is 22 years.

Mash: Ekaterina Bivol to be tried for inciting hatred against Kazakhs and Kyrgyz

According to the channel's report, following inappropriate remarks made by Bivol, law enforcement agencies in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan reacted to her actions. In October, Ekaterina Bivol posted a video on social media filmed while driving, in which she used obscene language towards Kyrgyz and Kazakh people. As a result, criminal cases were initiated against her in both countries. On November 13, 2025, the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Kazakhstan stated that the republic would

Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan agreed to increase trade turnover between the countries

On December 24, a meeting took place where the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Meder Tumanov, discussed current issues with the trade representative of Azerbaijan for Central Asian countries, Samed Gasanov. This information was provided by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the discussion, aspects of the implementation of agreements reached at the 6th meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission, which took place on December

Kyrgyzstan Championship: Akmataliev Lost to Toktomambetov in the Final. Video

The Kyrgyzstan Championship in freestyle wrestling started on December 24 in Bishkek. On the first day of the tournament, five sets of medals were contested in the Olympic weight categories.

CAVA Cup in the Maldives: First Defeat of the Kyrgyz Women's National Team. Photos

The women's national team of Kyrgyzstan is participating in an international volleyball tournament taking place in the Maldives. The Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup is being held in the capital city, Male, where four national teams are competing. During the group stage of the tournament, teams compete against each other in a round-robin format. On December 23, in the third round, the Kyrgyzstan team faced the Maldives team, resulting in a loss for the Kyrgyz women with a

Cash prizes were awarded to para-judo athletes, and a car was gifted to the coach. Photo

In 2025, the president of the Federation of Para-Judo of Kyrgyzstan, Rayimbek Maatkabylo, highlighted the achievements of athletes and coaches. He particularly emphasized the significance of the head coach of the national team, Kanat Imiyanov, in preparing highly qualified para-judoists.

Unusual Names: T. Asanalieva Became the Ninth Girl in a Row, and Then the Parents Made a "Rym," After Which Twin Boys Were Born

In the new installment of the "Unusual Names" series, we meet 63-year-old Taaryndyk Asanalieva, a resident of the village of Kerege-Tash, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. “My father held a position as a party official, and after the collapse of the Soviet Union, he became a metalworker. In our family, there are 14 children. I was born the ninth girl, and to express hope for the birth of a son, my parents named me ‘Taaryndyk,’ which translates to ‘Offended.’ This

Our People Abroad: 23-Year-Old Meerim Lives in a Country Where People Take Their New Clothes and Furniture Outside During New Year Celebrations

In this edition of the "Our People Abroad" column, we present 23-year-old Meerim Rapatova, who has settled in the capital of South Korea — Seoul. Meerim was born in the village of Kyrk-Kazyk, located in the Talas region. In her teenage years, she moved to Bishkek with her parents, where she successfully graduated from high school. In 2016, she enrolled in the Fashion Design department at the Institute of Modern Technologies, which she completed in 2019. Later, in 2022, Meerim

Kanibek Tumanbaev commented on the criticism of "ant hills" by the GIK line

Kanibek Tumanbaev, the Chief of Staff of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, commented on the criticism regarding the new residential complexes being built by the State Mortgage Company. He noted that opinions are being expressed on social media that such houses are being built too densely and resemble anthills. In response to these remarks, Tumanbaev suggested comparing this situation to the dense construction in Tokyo.

Life in the Regions: A Food Technologist Went to the Movies in Kemin and Met Her Future Husband

Cholponbaev Tabyldy Kodoevich and Cholponbaeva Mayramkul Kalykovna from the Kyzyl-Oktyabrsky ayil district of the Kemin region in the Chui province are celebrating over 50 years of married life. Mayramkul apa shared that after getting married, she had to take care of two mothers-in-law. Her husband was born in 1953 in the Kemin region, while she was born in the Ala-Buka district of the Jalal-Abad region. "My parents are from Kemin, and after finishing my studies, I was sent to work. My