The time has come when border barriers will be forgotten and only friendly ties will remain, - rector of KUMU during the opening of the SCO hall

At the solemn opening ceremony of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization hall at the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University named after B. Sydykov, Rector Abdilbayet Mamasidikov, Doctor of Economic Sciences, delivered an inspiring speech. He noted that this new hall will be a significant step towards strengthening ties between the seven states.

Missing: 14-Year-Old Kasiyet Beishaliev

In Tokmok, located in the Chuy region, the search for an eighth grader from school No. 9, who went missing on November 25, is currently ongoing. According to his relatives, 14-year-old Kasiet Esenovich Beishaliev left his home around 1:30 PM and has not returned since. He was last seen getting on bus No. 9. Due to feeling unwell, the teenager had not attended classes in recent days. One of the relatives spoke about the situation: “When I returned from work, he was not at home. His older brother

The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic denied the collective application of candidates for district No. 19.

The Russian Language in Kyrgyzstan – Has Been and Remains a Tool for Growth and Knowledge

Currently, the issue of the Russian language is once again coming to the forefront in Kyrgyzstan, becoming a topic of public discussion. This is related to several significant events: the launch of the "NOMAD TV" channel, the opening of the Eurasian Center for the Support of the Russian Language and Culture, and the statement by Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov that holding officials accountable for using the Russian language violates the Constitution. Additionally, President

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Minister of Sports of the Russian Federation: Russia is preparing the national team for the Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan

During the state visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Kyrgyzstan, Sports Minister Mikhail Degtyarev announced plans for the development of bilateral cooperation in the field of sports. He emphasized the upcoming World Nomad Games, which will take place next year in Kyrgyzstan. Russia has already begun to form its national team to participate in these games. The minister assured that the country will continue to compete under its own flag, which will help enhance the status of the

The CSTO Summit is taking place in Bishkek

During the summit, the presidents plan to sign more than 10 different documents. Before the summit began, a meeting was held where the Secretary General of the CSTO, Imangali Tasmagambetov, presented information on the military-political situation in the territories under the organization's control, as well as on the activities of its Secretariat during the intersession period.

A new building of the District Department of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic has opened in the Ton District

html On November 27, 2025, a new building of the district department of the GKNB KR was opened in the Ton district, as reported by the agency's press service. The building, equipped with modern technologies, is designed to create optimal conditions for employees engaged in national security issues. It includes all necessary communication means and network equipment. At the ceremonial event, Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the GKNB, congratulated the employees on this occasion and emphasized

The sentence of 18 years of imprisonment in the case of Aizirek Eralieva has been upheld.

The Osh Regional Court confirmed the decision in the case of the tragic death of Aizirek Eralieva, leaving the previously issued sentence unchanged. According to information provided by the court's press service Turmush, the judicial panel of the Osh Regional Court confirmed the decision of the Kara-Kulja District Court on November 26, 2025. The accused in this case was found guilty and sentenced to 18 years in prison. However, the relatives of the deceased disagreed with such a punishment

Polyglot from the USA Samuel Panza teaches English in the Tyup District and shares his impressions of Kyrgyz hospitality

In the village of Dolon in the Tyup district, at the K. Umetaliev school, English is taught by 24-year-old American Samuely Jordaneli Panza. This young volunteer shared how, during his year in Kyrgyzstan, he not only adapted to the local culture and traditions but also learned to speak Kyrgyz fluently, experiencing many vivid moments.

U.S. National Parks Announce Increased Entrance Fees for Foreigners as Part of the "America First" Program

Foreign tourists who do not purchase an annual pass will be required to pay $100 per person for entry into 11 of the most popular national parks, such as the Grand Canyon, Rocky Mountain, Yellowstone, and Yosemite, in addition to the standard entrance fee. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum stated, “This policy ensures access for American taxpayers who already support the national park system, while foreign tourists contribute their share to the preservation and development of our parks for future

In Nookat, a garbage site caught fire

In the city of Nookat, located in the Osh region, a fire broke out on Mirmakhmudov Street, engulfing 10 cubic meters of waste at the local landfill. According to the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, specialists are currently investigating the causes of the incident.

Residents of two villages in Chon-Alai are left without medical care: A health post is needed for 10.8 million soms

In the Chon-Alai district of the Osh region, there is a need for the construction of a medical and obstetric point in the village of Kulchu, with a cost of 10,878,320 soms. The local ayil okmotu administration has already submitted an application for funding through equity (stimulating) grants.

The Digital Farmer Hackathon 2025 is taking place in Bishkek

- On November 27, the Digital Farmer Hackathon 2025 is taking place in Bishkek. This event is aimed at creating digital innovations for agriculture and related sectors. The hackathon involves programmers, IT specialists, students from technical educational institutions, as well as representatives of the agro-industrial complex and farming enterprises.

Major fire in Chui District: Ashes reached the city of Kant

Witnesses reported that ash from the fire that broke out in the village of Aral in the Chui region reached the city of Kant. This incident occurred on November 26, when local residents captured on video how clouds of ash rose into the air.

Digital Farmer Hackathon 2025: The Implementation of Digital Solutions in Agriculture Continues in Kyrgyzstan

The digitalization of the agricultural sector continues to be a priority direction in the country, where several initiatives are already being implemented. This was reported on November 27 at the Digital Farmer Hackathon 2025 by Oleg Guchgeldiev, a representative of FAO in Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized that the application of digital technologies contributes not only to increasing production efficiency but also to improving supply management, as well as addressing issues such as climate change,

Talas Police Transitioning to Enhanced Duty Mode

A parade inspection took place in Talas, during which law enforcement officers and public order services demonstrated their readiness for the upcoming early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh. According to information from the press service of the Talas region's Internal Affairs Department, the event was held on November 27 in the square in front of the regional Internal Affairs Department building. The inspection was attended by the first deputy representative of the president

Cattle in Abundance, but Feed Prices are Rising — What’s Happening in the Market

In Kara-Balta, the livestock market has seen a noticeable increase in the supply of agricultural animals in recent weeks, including large and small cattle, as well as horses. This is due to the end of the summer grazing season when the livestock was returned from the mountains, leading to an increase in the number of animals in the market. Despite this, prices for livestock remain high and have only decreased slightly. Over the weekend, prices for various animals were as follows:

A meeting of the defense ministers of Kyrgyzstan and Belarus took place in Bishkek

In Bishkek, within the framework of the summit of defense ministers of the member states of the Collective Security Treaty Organization, a meeting was held between Ruslan Mukambetov, the Minister of Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Viktor Khrenin, the Minister of Defense of the Republic of Belarus. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Defense of Kyrgyzstan.

Major fire in Chui region engulfed over 400 hectares — what was burned

A fire that broke out on November 26 engulfed a significant portion of the open territory of the state natural reserve in the Tokmok area. The fire spread rapidly due to strong winds. According to the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan, emergency services and other agencies were dispatched to the scene immediately after the alarm. In the first hours of firefighting, 63 people, 3 fire crews, 2 water trucks, drones, and employees from the forestry service and the Ministry of Internal

Raid "Teenager-Night": Parents Fined for Having Children Outside After 10 PM

From November 24 to 26, in the Kara-Suu district, local police conducted an operation called "Teenager-Night," as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department. During the raid, law enforcement officers, together with the department for the protection of family and children, checked whether minors were on the streets without adults after 10:00 PM. They found parents and clarified the reasons for the lack of supervision. Then, they conducted explanatory work on the

In Kyrgyzstan, vegetable oils worth 477.5 million soms were produced in 10 months

- According to statistical data, in October 2025, the production volume of vegetable and animal oils, as well as fats in Kyrgyzstan reached 41 million 739.7 thousand soms. In October 2024, the amount of produced vegetable oils amounted to 23 million 418.2 thousand soms, which is 78.2% more compared to the previous year.

In the city of Uzgen, the landfill area is being fenced for $50,000

The mayor of the city of Uzgen, Eldos Taev, announced the start of work on fencing the landfill area. He noted that the work is being carried out with the support of several non-governmental organizations.

The meeting of the CSTO Collective Security Council in a narrow format has begun in Bishkek.

In the administrative building "Yntymak-Ordo," the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, welcomed the leaders of the member states of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO), who arrived in Bishkek to participate in the meeting of the Collective Security Council. After that, the presidents took a joint photo.

The number of people in Batken needing hemodialysis is increasing

In the Batken region, the number of people needing hemodialysis due to worsening kidney conditions has approached 200. This information was provided by doctors during a conversation with a Turmush correspondent. According to medical specialists, this figure has been showing an annual increase.

Former judge Saniya Branchaeva was not taken to the pre-trial detention center. She is in the hospital.

The health condition of former judge Saniya Branchaeva sharply deteriorated during her transfer to the pre-trial detention center. This was reported in a statement by her lawyer Rustam Isaev. He noted that the measures of restraint in the form of detention also applied to her colleagues — Kaysyn Abakirov and Zhanil Mambetaly.

Forum "CA - EU". Bakyt Torobaev discussed cooperation with the EU Commissioner in Tashkent

In Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, the third economic forum "Central Asia – European Union" took place, in which Bakyt Torobaev, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, participated. This was reported by the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan. In his speech at the forum, Bakyt Torobaev emphasized the need to strengthen cooperation between the regions and to continue joint work in

Alexey Overchuk: Moscow Respects Kyrgyzstan's Multi-Vector Foreign Policy

In an interview with media representatives, Deputy Prime Minister of Russia Alexey Overchuk emphasized that Russia's interests lie in the prosperity of its closest neighbors and allies.

Modernization: The Bishkek City Hall and Henan Province Launch a New Stage of Cooperation

html A meeting was held in Bishkek, gathering a delegation from Henan Province (China), consisting of representatives from Henan Water Construction Group and related organizations. The delegation was led by the ambassador for cooperation with Central Asia from Henan Province, member of the Zhengzhou City Council, Chang Zheng.

The Pushkin Institute recognized "Word of the Year 2025" - the word "Victory"

As part of the traditional "Word of the Year" campaign, experts from the Pushkin Institute of the Russian Language in Moscow have determined that "victory" has become the most significant word of 2025. This information is reported by the official website of the Institute.

"Let Me Be Your Strong Voice in the ЖК": Ilim Karybekov on the Tasks and Vision for the Country

On November 30, Kyrgyzstan will elect a new composition of the Jogorku Kenesh, among the candidates for constituency number 2 is Ilim Karybekov. This lawyer and crisis manager has risen from a waiter to the head of the largest state and international organizations. According to Ilim Karybekov, the country needs not just loud promises, but qualified work. His management experience and systematic approach form the basis of his political program.

Major fire in Tokmok extinguished, no casualties reported

On November 26, a serious fire broke out in the vicinity of Tokmok and the Chui region, prompting the establishment of an operational headquarters to coordinate firefighting efforts. The First Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations Azamat Mambetov arrived at the scene to assess the work of firefighters who battled the blaze for over 11 hours.

The banks' deposit base grew from 181 billion to 800 billion soms over 5 years, - NBKR

- At a press conference, the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, reported that in 2020 this figure was just under 181 billion soms, and by the end of October 2025, it is expected to exceed 800 billion soms. “This is approximately 1 billion dollars in equivalent. All measures taken, including the guaranteed portion of deposits and monetary policy, have allowed commercial banks to keep deposit rates above the inflation level. Moderate inflation and the preservation of the

Player of the Kyrgyzstan National Team (U-17) Scored Two Goals in 51 Seconds. Video

In the match of the third round of the qualifying stage of the Youth Asian Cup, which took place on November 26 in Bishkek, player Bayel Mirlanov from the Kyrgyzstan national football team (U-17) scored four goals against the Guam team. The game ended with a score of 9:10 in favor of the Kyrgyz team. This was Mirlanov's debut in the starting lineup for this tournament, and he scored his first goal in the 29th minute when the scoreboard read 28:30.

The head of "Rosatom" listed joint projects of Kyrgyzstan and Russia

Likhachev emphasized that the long-standing ties between the two countries have been formed based on active interaction that encompasses various spheres. "Kyrgyzstan is not just a bilateral partner, but also an important participant in organizations such as the Eurasian Economic Union, the CIS, and the CSTO. This highlights the presence of a dynamically developing agenda both today and in the future," he added.

Master Plan 2050: The Bishkek City Hall Invites Participation in Expert Discussion

In Bishkek, the city hall invites specialists and experts in urban planning, architecture, transportation, and ecology to participate in the presentation and discussion of the general plan for the city's development until 2050. At the meeting, the developers will present the general plan project, followed by an expert discussion with invited professionals.

The CEC of the Kyrgyz Republic has agreed to bring two candidates for deputies to criminal responsibility.

On November 27, the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums of the Kyrgyz Republic held a meeting to discuss the issue of consent for the criminal prosecution of two candidates for deputies. First, the members of the Central Election Commission examined the situation with the candidate from district No. 24, Gulnaz Khalilova.

Felix Kulov spoke in support of the use of nuclear power plants in the Kyrgyz Republic

Felix Kulov, a former prime minister, commented on a recent post by Omurbek Tekebaev regarding the possibility of constructing small nuclear power plants in Kyrgyzstan, noting that his research concluded that modern modular nuclear power plants can be an effective solution for the country's energy system.

In Osh, key steps for Kyrgyzstan's transition to green tourism have been outlined

The forum "Green Economy" took place in Osh, where a meeting was held gathering representatives from government agencies, international organizations, the tourism business, and experts, dedicated to issues of sustainable tourism and reducing the carbon footprint. This was reported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the discussion, important steps for the development of sustainable tourism in the country were considered. Key topics included:

Tax Officials in Kyrgyzstan Train Tailors and Textile Workers on Using Electronic Tax Services

During the seminar, participants were explained the authorization procedures through the Unified Identification System (UIS), as well as the basic principles of taxation in the sewing and textile industries. Special attention was given to the calculation of income tax considering hired employees and the application of the unified tax. Experts from the State Tax Service also discussed the necessary documents for exporting goods abroad, including electronic invoices. Such events are held

Military seize power in Guinea-Bissau and arrest president

The military of Guinea-Bissau announced the overthrow of President Umaro Sissoco Embaló and the establishment of full control over events in the country. This statement followed reports of gunfire near the presidential palace and the closure of all borders of the republic. Embaló himself confirmed the information about his ousting in a conversation with the FRANCE 24 television channel. He said, “I have been removed,” adding that he could not speak longer due to fears of his phone being

Life in the Regions: From Bankruptcy of $150,000 to a Record: The Story of the Journey of Brothers Arsen and Kutmanali Bazarbekov

Arsen Bazarbekov, a 25-year-old resident of the Issyk-Kul region, and his younger brother Kutmanali, who is 22, have completed the 115th day of their hiking journey, reaching the village of Zhon-Aryk in the Talas region. A Turmush correspondent spoke with them about their adventures. Arsen was born and raised in Issyk-Kul; he has a twin brother who is currently abroad and is essentially their main sponsor. He received his education in Poland, where he studied business management.

An Updated School Opened in Bishkek at KRSU

html On November 26, a ceremonial opening of the renovated secondary school located at the Kyrgyz-Russian Slavic University took place in Bishkek. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The repair and modernization of the building were carried out as part of a development program funded by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation.

In 9 months, Kyrgyzstan received $2 billion in remittances

The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, shared statistics on money transfers in Kyrgyzstan during a press conference for the period from January to September 2025. According to him, the total volume of transfers received from individuals reached 2 billion dollars, which is 21.7% higher than in the same period of 2024. In addition, the volume of outgoing money transfers increased by 16.14%, amounting to 2.66 billion dollars. The largest share of incoming transfers—92.9%—comes

In the village of Tash-Dobo, a Center for Digital and Financial Literacy has been opened

In the House of Culture of the village of Tash-Dobo, located in the Alamudun district, a ceremonial opening of the Center for Digital and Financial Literacy took place, which was established with the support of UNDP. The main task of the center is to provide residents, especially youth, with access to knowledge and practical skills in the field of digital technologies and finance.

Shooting Near the White House in Washington, National Guardsmen Injured

On November 26, Wednesday, an incident involving gunfire occurred near the White House in Washington. As a result of the attack, two members of the U.S. National Guard were injured and are in critical condition. This was reported by President Donald Trump on the social network Truth Social, as informed by Lenta.ru. According to local police, the shooting took place at the intersection of 17th and I Streets. The suspect has been detained, but their identity has not yet been established. U.S.

More than two million Kazakhstanis have contracted ARVI

According to the information from the first deputy minister of health of Kazakhstan, Timur SultanGaziev, there are currently about two million reported cases of infection in the country, as reported by IA "NewTimes.kz". “This autumn-winter season, the level of morbidity is similar to last year. We are observing various strains of ARVI and parainfluenza, as well as influenza. About 1200 PCR tests have been conducted,” noted SultanGaziev. He also reported that the number of beds for

Prices for hay have changed at the livestock market in Kara-Balta

At the end of November, new prices for rough feed were recorded at the livestock market in Kara-Balta. Clover now costs 380–400 soms per bale, while the price of straw fluctuates between 180–200 soms. Farmers note a significant increase in feed prices: compared to the harvest period, the cost has risen by 50–80 soms per bale. The main factors affecting the final price for buyers are intermediaries.