In the Bakai-Ata district, in the area of Besh-Kol, ancient petroglyphs created during the Bronze Age were discovered, as reported by ecologist Gamal Sooronkulov in an interview with a Turmush correspondent. According to the specialist, these artifacts were found in the basin of the Uyr-Maral River.
Against the backdrop of U.S. statements regarding rights to an Arctic island, three NATO countries — Germany, Sweden, and Norway — are sending their military personnel to Greenland. As reported by DW, participation in the reconnaissance mission is taking place at the invitation of Denmark. The mission, which will take place from January 15 to 17, aims to explore military participation opportunities to support Denmark in ensuring security in this region, including maritime surveillance, the
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, cement production in Kyrgyzstan increased by 34.1% from January to November 2025 compared to the same period of the previous year. The total volume of cement production approached the mark of 4 million tons. As analysis conducted by Tazabek showed, significant growth occurred due to the doubling of production volumes in the Chui region. According to data from the electronic registry of the Ministry of Justice, there are 4 enterprises
Nursultan Berenbekov, who holds a position in the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan, has been successfully working in this field for eight years. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, he shared his experience, motivation, and the sense of responsibility that his profession entails. Nursultan was born in 1991 in the village of Kok-Oy, located in the Talas district of the Talas region. He received higher education in technosphere safety, which took him seven years. "From
In Kyrgyzstan, hunting with Laikas for badgers is becoming increasingly popular, as confirmed by sports hunters. Ruslan Abinov, a resident of the capital, has been hunting badgers with Laikas for ten years. He noted: "Previously, I used different breeds of hunting dogs, but now I prefer West Siberian Laikas. These dogs have excellent hearing, vision, and sense of smell, and their endurance during hunting is unique, making them the best for this task. Their main job is to find and hold the
On January 13, 2026, a meeting took place in the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, attended by the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kylchbek Sultan, and the Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Hichi. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the discussion, both the current state and future prospects of cultural cooperation between the two countries were addressed, with an emphasis on the practical aspects of organizing the Cultural
During a radio broadcast, economist Nasirdin Shamsiyev shared his forecasts for the country's future economic development, stating that by 2026, industrial growth will be at least 7.5%, and the construction sector, according to him, will increase by 20%. Shamsiyev also noted that projects for the construction of water capture facilities and reservoirs have been approved. As part of these initiatives, the construction of 120 facilities is planned, which will allow Kyrgyzstan to fully ensure
In the Chuy region, an employee of the Internal Affairs Department working in the Jayil District has been detained on suspicion of extorting a bribe. This was reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS). According to information from the SCNS, on January 13, an investigator from the investigative service named J.A.Z. was detained for extorting a bribe of 150,000 soms with the aim of terminating a criminal case.
The Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced plans to hold an auction scheduled for January 19, 2026. The purpose of this event is to place temporarily available budget funds in deposits of commercial banks. The trading will be organized at the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange, where it is planned to place funds for a period of one year, with an initial interest rate of 11% per annum.
Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Marat Tagaev emphasized the need to increase the share of domestic content on air during a recent meeting with representatives of television channels. He noted that television channels should pay more attention to films and series produced by the film studios "Kyrgyzfilm" and "Kyrgyzserial" to support the development of the state language. This decision has become relevant in the context of decreasing volumes of
— Trust and respect have become the main aspects that influence the perception of Kyrgyzstan by the international community. The presidential form of governance and the methods of managing the country implemented by Sadyr Japarov have demonstrated their effectiveness and earned the trust of the population. Trust in the political system and management methods, along with respect for the economic achievements that place Kyrgyzstan among the top five countries with one of the highest growth rates
The escalation of the situation regarding the export of Kazakh raw materials has led to an increase in oil prices in international markets. This has also affected the prices of oil from Azerbaijan and the USA. According to Bloomberg, the reduction in Kazakh oil supplies has significantly impacted the rise in prices in the European market, despite the existence of a global surplus. — The decrease in CPC Blend volumes from Kazakhstan, along with supply disruptions from Libya and several fields
Today, January 15, the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers announced the appointment of Salmoorbек Karagulov as the director of the Fire Supervision Service under the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. The appointment order was signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev.
At a press conference held on January 15 in Bishkek, Jeenbek Kulubaev emphasized that the sanctions imposed against Kyrgyzstan are incorrect. The Minister of Foreign Affairs noted that his department is actively engaging with partners from the EU and the USA, conducting regular consultations on sanction policies. Kulubaev stated: "We have provided all the necessary documents and proposed to conduct an independent audit; however, our partners do not consider this appropriate and impose
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 13, measures to tighten penalties for drivers violating traffic rules while under the influence of alcohol were discussed. It was also proposed to equate mopeds to mechanical vehicles and to introduce a mandatory category A1 driver's license for their operation. These initiatives have become relevant against the backdrop of an increase in the number of traffic accidents involving mopeds, scooters, and personal mobility devices,
In 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased its diplomatic presence on the international stage. The opening of the first embassy in Ethiopia was an important moment for strengthening ties with the African continent. At a press conference, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, also announced plans to establish an embassy in Egypt. This decision opens new strategic opportunities for Kyrgyzstan in North Africa and the Middle East.
At least 60% of the content must be in the Kyrgyz language The content check of all television channels in Kyrgyzstan will begin in March 2026, as reported by Marat Tagaev, the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy.
The meeting between Farhat Iminov, head of the Secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, and the U.S. Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Leslie Viguerie took place at the initiative of the American side. During the conversation, Iminov presented the goals and objectives of the National Council and discussed the work of its executive body—the Secretariat.
The procedure for replacing indefinite driver's licenses has begun in Kyrgyzstan, which does not require the submission of a medical certificate in the form of 083. This was reported by the head of the president's office, Kanbek Tumanbaev. Today, Tumanbaev visited the State Center for Registration of Vehicles and Drivers, where the process of replacing licenses is taking place. During the visit, he interacted with citizens and provided detailed information about the procedure for
From August 31 to September 6, 2026, Kyrgyzstan will host the VI World Nomad Games (WNG). The details of this significant event, including the location, time, and innovations in the program, were shared at a press conference by the Director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kazbek Moldazhiyev. It is worth noting that in December 2025, Kyrgyzstan was granted the status of the brand holder for the World Nomad Games. "Obtaining this status is not
At a recent conference in Beijing, artificial intelligence experts from China stated that it is unlikely the country will surpass the US in the coming years, even considering the progress made in this field. The main reason for this lag, experts say, is the lack of resources in the semiconductor sector and equipment for chip manufacturing, which are the foundation for modern AI models. Lin Junyang, the technical leader of the Qwen team at Alibaba, noted that the chances of any Chinese company
At the VI World Nomad Games, a decision was made to reduce the number of weight categories. This was announced at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Nursultan Adenov, head of the International Secretariat of the World Nomad Games. Adenov emphasized that this decision is based on an analysis of previous experiences in organizing the Games. He added that a large number of weight categories complicates the organization of competitions and reduces viewer interest. "When
The Chief of Staff of the President, Kanaybek Tumanbaev, visited the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing, where the process of replacing driver's licenses is taking place. According to the press service, during the visit he held discussions with citizens, explaining the procedure for obtaining this service.
VI World Nomad Games, scheduled for 2026, will be held in two key locations: the opening will take place in Bishkek, while the main competitions will unfold at Issyk-Kul. This was announced at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Kazybek Moldazhiyev, director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to him, the opening ceremony is scheduled for August 31 at the new "Bishkek Arena" stadium and will coincide with the
Today, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy with representatives of the country's television channels. The main topic of the meeting was the proposal to increase the share of domestic content on air. An analysis conducted by the ministry showed that many television channels continue to broadcast programs created more than ten years ago, and there are virtually no broadcasts in the Kyrgyz language during prime time.
Today, a session took place in parliament where deputies discussed and approved a bill aimed at tightening responsibility for traffic rule violations. This document proposes measures targeting drivers under the influence of alcohol, expanding the use of photo and video recording technologies, as well as improving driver training. Deputy Seyidbek Atambaev spoke to the correspondent of VB.KG about the key aspects of the initiative.
Starting from September 1, 2025, Kyrgyzstan will begin its fourth chairmanship in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), promoting the motto "25 Years of SCO - A Place for Peace and Prosperity." This slogan reflects the country's intention to strengthen peace, promote sustainable development, and expand economic cooperation. Among the key events in the upcoming period are the SCO summit in Bishkek and the activation of cultural and humanitarian ties between the member
On January 15, the press service of the Cabinet of Ministers announced the appointment of Cholpon Shamsutdin as the director of the Department of Disease Prevention and State Sanitary and Epidemiological Surveillance of the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic. This decision was made in accordance with an order signed by Adylbek Kasymaliev.
According to the Iranian Civil Aviation Organization, transit flights, as well as departures and arrivals of civilian aircraft, are now allowed in the country's airspace. This was reported by RIA Novosti. Recall that on the night of Thursday, the Flightradar24 service recorded the closure of Iran's airspace for more than two hours. This decision was made against the backdrop of a deteriorating situation and expectations of possible attacks from the United States. During this time,
At the VI World Nomad Games, it was decided to reduce the number of weight categories. This decision was announced at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Nursultan Adenov, the head of the International Secretariat of the World Nomad Games. Adenov noted that this measure was dictated by an analysis of previous Games. He emphasized that an excessive number of weight categories complicates the organization of competitions and can lead to a decrease in spectator interest.
In 2025, Sadyr Japarov, the President of Kyrgyzstan, made 25 foreign visits. This was announced at a press conference held by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, Jeenbek Kulubaev, who summarized the year. Of all the trips, 3 were of a state status, 3 were official, and 18 visits were working.
The Issyk-Kul football club "Bars" has announced the appointment of a new head coach for the upcoming matches of the Premier League season. In 2026, the team will be coached by 32-year-old Francesc Bonet, originally from Barcelona, who holds a Pro UEFA license.
- As of December 1, 2025, the volume of raw milk production in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 1 million 743 thousand 248.2 tons. This data is presented in the official statistics of the country. In comparison with the same period in 2024, when 1 million 692 thousand 502 tons were produced, there is an increase of 50,746.2 tons, which corresponds to a 3% increase compared to December 1, 2024.
According to WMO data, 2025 became one of the warmest years in recorded history, continuing a streak of abnormal temperatures. The last 11 years have been the warmest, and ocean temperatures continue to rise. Key Messages The last 11 years have been the warmest in recorded history The temporary cooling caused by the La Niña phenomenon will not change the long-term trend Ocean temperatures continue to rise at the same rate The WMO combines eight datasets, creating a single authoritative source
Next, Kasymaliev visited the boiler house "Bishkekselmash," where he familiarized himself with the results of the first stage of reconstruction. The mayor of the capital, Aibek Junushaliev, informed the head of the government about the modernization of the equipment, which will significantly improve the efficiency of heat supply and ensure the reliable operation of the boiler house during the winter period. He noted that updating the boiler houses in Bishkek is a key task for
Begali Aydarov has been appointed as the chairman of the Youth Council established under the state administration of the Kadamjay district. At the age of 25, Begali Aydarov is a graduate of Osh State University, where he studied in the "Social Work" faculty from 2018 to 2022.
Jeenbek Kulubaev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, shared current information about Kyrgyz citizens located in the United States. According to preliminary estimates, there are about 40,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan living in the U.S., including both students and labor migrants.
- The Service for Regulation and Supervision of the Financial Market has announced the introduction of new fees related to the registration, re-registration, and maintenance of the Unified State Register of Auditors, Audit Organizations, and Professional Audit Associations. These fees were approved in accordance with the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic dated July 12, 2023, No. 352, which concerns the amounts of fees for registration, re-registration, and
As a result of the incident on the Bishkek—Osh highway, which occurred during the transportation of fuel oil, the driver was fined 40,000 soms. This was reported by Durusbek Zalimbekov, head of the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service. According to Zalimbekov, this decision was made due to the spill of lubricants into the Naryn River, which harmed the ecology. Specialists worked promptly at the scene of the incident.
In Manas, located in the Jalal-Abad region, a fire broke out on the roof of a multi-story residential building on Raza Azimova Street. The area of the affected roof was 20 square meters. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations.
At the parliament meeting, Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Burun Amanova raised the issue of the increasing number of incidents involving electric scooters that are hitting pedestrians on sidewalks. She noted that in some countries, the use of scooters is either completely banned or subject to strict regulations, and asked whether stricter rules for their operation are planned in Kyrgyzstan.
The names of the captain and his assistants in the youth hockey team of Kyrgyzstan (U-20), which is preparing for the upcoming World Championship, have been announced. The competitions among the teams of Division ZV are scheduled to take place at the "Bishkek Arena" ice rink from January 18 to 24.
The reaction followed in several countries of the region Recent statements by Russian TV presenter Vladimir Solovyov regarding the possibility of conducting "special military operations in other points of the sphere of influence" have provoked a strong reaction among politicians, experts, and scholars in Central Asia, as reported by the Politik portal.
At the scene, traces indicating violent death were found, and soon the identity of the deceased was established — he turned out to be a citizen A. R., born in 1976. In connection with the incident, a criminal case was initiated under Article 122 (Murder) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. During investigative actions and operational measures, using recordings from the "Safe City" video surveillance system, police officers were able to detain the suspect — B. u. K., born in
On January 15, an operational meeting was held at the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui Region under the leadership of the head of the department, Kanybek Abdyrahmanov, as reported by the press service of the department. The agenda included issues related to the observance of legality, service discipline, and the prevention of corruption within the ranks of personnel, as well as the results of digitalization and the outcomes of the "Arsenal" raid conducted in the region.
The company's incorrect decision caused public discontent The Kulikovsky Trading House has become the center of discussions in the Jogorku Kenesh due to its lawsuit against blogger Aitilek Orozbekov.
At a press conference at the "Kabar" agency, the Director of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kazybek Moldazhiyev, announced that kokpar will be included in the program of the VI World Nomad Games. He noted that equestrian sports hold a central place in these Games, attracting the most attention from spectators and the media. Moldazhiyev emphasized: “We have decided to include kokpar in the program of the VI WNG, alongside kok-boru. We always
In 2025, the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, held eight meetings, as reported by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, at a press conference summarizing the year. Of the total number of meetings, two were official, while the remaining six were working meetings. Due to early elections in the Jogorku Kenesh, five meetings were postponed to 2026. However, despite these changes, parliamentary diplomacy continued to actively develop, and more than