For a successful business start, financial assistance is essential. The Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund (RKDF) actively supports enterprising citizens by providing funds to implement their ideas. In this article, we will examine the fund's contribution to the economy of Kyrgyzstan.
The visit of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, to Kyrgyzstan has become a significant event for strengthening relations between the two countries. As noted by expert Toktobek Ryskulov in an interview with the "Kabar" agency, such a level of visit indicates the highest form of diplomatic relations and occurs only once during a presidential term, emphasizing the strategic importance of the partnership between Bishkek and Moscow. Ryskulov emphasized that this
As part of the investigation into the traffic accident on the Osh — Sary-Tash — Irkeshtam highway, it was found that the driver did not have a license. According to the press service of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Osh region, it was established during the check that the minor A.B., born in 2009, was driving the vehicle without a driver's license.
Sadyr Japarov expressed gratitude to Vladimir Putin for his visit to Kyrgyzstan, calling him a desired and respected guest. He noted that this event symbolizes the strong ties between the two countries, based on trust, mutual understanding, and a shared desire to develop a strategic partnership. Japarov emphasized that for many years, the peoples of Kyrgyzstan and Russia have supported each other, especially during the Great Patriotic War, which laid the foundation for current cooperation.
An official meeting took place in Bishkek between the presidents of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, and the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, who visited the country on a state visit. Putin's motorcade arrived at the "Yntymak Ordo" building under the protection of mounted cavalry.
In the building of 'Yntymak Ordo', an official meeting has started between the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov and the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin. Immediately after the photo session, an extended meeting of the two presidents will take place.
Alihan Adiliev from the Sokuluk district of the Chui region has been practicing hand-to-hand combat for 10 years. He has participated in several competitions and won about 20 medals, as well as 1 belt.
- On October 27, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers issued decree No. 914-t, which defines the list of state organizations from which local authorities and state institutions (excluding the Bishkek city administration) must procure necessary services and works in the water sector. This document comes into effect upon signing and will remain in force for two years. Responsibilities of organizations:
Recently, an agricultural product fair was held in the Issyk-Ata district. This information was provided by the district state administration to a Turmush correspondent.
At the end of December, the factory of LLC "Dukastoms," specializing in the processing of textile waste, will begin operations in Bishkek. This was announced by the company's founder, Majitov Askhatbek, in an interview on the radio. According to Majitov, this enterprise will become one of the first in Kyrgyzstan to engage in systematic recycling of fabric scraps and remnants. The materials obtained will be used to produce non-woven fibers, from which mats, mattresses, blankets,
In the Chuy region, the current autumn with its abnormally warm weather has significantly influenced the growth of oyster mushrooms, many of which have reached record sizes. Nikolai Radchenko, a mushroom expert and mushroom hunter, reported that the oyster mushroom is an edible fungus that typically grows in groups on stumps and trunks of deciduous trees. In Kyrgyzstan, nine different species of oyster mushrooms can be found. The autumn variety has a greenish cap, while the oak oyster mushroom
- According to the information from the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, by the end of September 2025, the weighted average rate on the active loan portfolio of banks was slightly below 16.5%, while loans issued in September had a rate just above 18%. In Kozubekov's opinion, such rate values are considered quite moderate.
The decline in the popularity of diesel cars in Europe is a logical result of long-term changes in the market. After the scandal with Volkswagen, known as "Dieselgate," in 2017, sales of gasoline cars surpassed those of diesel cars, and in 2021, a similar trend occurred with traditional hybrid models. In 2022, fully electric vehicles also began to capture a more significant market share. Experts emphasize that diesel cars have lost their positions in key segments. Strict
President Sadyr Japarov issued a decree regarding the improvement of the work of commissioners for the prevention of corruption. This document aims to strengthen the fight against corruption in government institutions. According to the president's press service, the decree is part of the implementation of the State Strategy for Combating Corruption for the period from 2025 to 2030 and designates the General Prosecutor's Office as the main body responsible for preventing corrupt
On November 26, an official meeting ceremony took place in Bishkek between the presidents of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Russian Federation. Vladimir Putin, who arrived on a state visit, was welcomed by President Sadyr Japarov. The motorcade of the Russian leader, accompanied by cavalry, arrived at the "Yntymak Ordo" building.
Starting from January 1, 2024, the position of Secretary General of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) will be held by Taalatbek Masadykov, representing Kyrgyzstan. He will succeed Imangali Tasmagambetov from Kazakhstan, as reported at a press conference by Russian presidential aide Yuri Ushakov, according to TASS information. Ushakov also noted that Tasmagambetov will present a report at the upcoming summit, where "current issues of international and regional
In Osh, on Kurmanjan-Datka Street, a new park named "Sairan" has opened. High-ranking members of the city administration, city council deputies, and local residents attended the opening ceremony.
Establishing strong ties between Kyrgyzstan and Russia is becoming increasingly evident. This was stated in an interview with the Kabar agency by Alikbek Dzhekshenkulov, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and ex-ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to Russia. In his opinion, the state visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Kyrgyzstan will be of great significance and will bring positive results.
The mayor noted that the new installations will operate independently of the Bishkek CHPP, which will reduce dependence on a centralized heat source. The main goal is to reduce heat supply losses and ensure more reliable heating. An important advantage is that the cost of domestic equipment is 3-4 times lower than that of similar foreign solutions, while the quality remains high.
President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, during an extended meeting at "Yntymak Ordo," confirmed that Russia remains a strategic ally and a reliable partner for Kyrgyzstan. "I am glad to welcome you to our country and grateful for your agreement to visit Kyrgyzstan on a state visit," he noted at the beginning of his speech. Japarov added that the visit confirms the strong ties between Kyrgyzstan and Russia, based on trust and mutual understanding, as well as joint efforts to
On Kalbai Isakova Street in Osh, a driver lost control of their vehicle and veered off the roadway, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the information received, three rescuers arrived at the scene, carried out the necessary actions, and returned to their bases.
Negotiations between the presidents of Kyrgyzstan and Russia are taking place in the building "Ынтымак Ордо". For Vladimir Putin's meeting, an honor guard of soldiers from the National Guard and other military personnel was lined up in front of the administrative building of the head of Kyrgyzstan.
The village of Zheti-Tash is located in the Leilek district of the Batken region. Local residents shared stories about the origin of the name of their village.
President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree according to which Timur Zharishbekovich Malbashev is relieved of his duties as the director of the State Agency for Management of State Property. By the same order, Beksultan Tynichbekovich Tokonov was appointed the new director of the State Agency for Management of State Property.
In Batken, teenagers were found walking the streets at night and were handed over to their parents, reports the press service of the Batken region's Internal Affairs Department. According to the department, as part of the preventive campaign "Tilemchi," which took place on November 24 and 25 of this year, employees of the juvenile affairs inspection of the Batken city internal affairs department conducted checks in computer clubs and basements.
- According to her, there are currently 3,973 new jobs opened in the country since the beginning of the year. Analysis by regions shows the following dynamics of new enterprises opening:
Larisa Grigoryevna Konkina, the great-granddaughter of the Hero of the Soviet Union Grigory Konkin, shares her memories of Yuri Gagarin's visit to their home in the Issyk-Kul region. Even after many years, this meeting remains in the hearts of the people. In an interview with a Turmush correspondent, she spoke about her great-grandfather's fate, family traditions, and the preservation of historical memory.
On November 26, a drill event for the police took place in the center of Osh, prepared for the upcoming early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh, scheduled for November 30. Participating in this event were the authorized representative of the president in the Osh region, Elchibek Jantayev, the head of the regional internal affairs department, Nurlanbek Burkanov, as well as other leaders of law enforcement agencies and their staff.
From November 25 to 27, Russian President Vladimir Putin is on a state visit to Kyrgyzstan. An official meeting with President Sadyr Japarov is scheduled for November 26. Before the arrival of the high-profile guests, the area around the building of the President's Administration was completely secured. The flags of Kyrgyzstan and Russia were raised on the flagpoles, and an honor guard and delegations of ministers from both countries were lined up, awaiting the presidents.
The correspondent of Turmush has prepared an overview listing the individuals who have held the positions of akim and heads of the Chui District State Administration since 2002. The Chui District is an administrative unit that is part of the Chui Region of Kyrgyzstan, with its administrative center located in Tokmok, which is not part of the district itself.
- The decision to detain Altynbek Abduvapov and Islambek Kydyrgychov was made on November 26 at the Lenin District Court of Bishkek. They have been in custody since December 5-6, 2024, after being removed from their positions and sent to the temporary detention facility of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). The reason for their detention was allegations of corruption related to tax authorities, specifically regarding manipulations with electronic waybills.
Over the past 24 hours, 33 fires have occurred in the republic, as reported by the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic. To extinguish them, 35 fire trucks were dispatched, distributed across the regions as follows:
As a result of the swift actions of the border forces, 67 heads of cattle were detained, which are believed to have been intended for smuggling. The detained animals were safely transported to the border unit for further processing of the necessary documents. The Border Service reminds that any attempts at illegal movement of cattle will result in legal liability in accordance with current legislation.
The Mayor of New York, Eric Adams, announced his intention to punish everyone involved in the incident at UFC 322, which took place at the famous Madison Square Garden. “Attacks at the tournament are absolutely unacceptable. The New York Police Department is conducting a full investigation, and all those responsible will be punished,” Adams wrote on his social media page on X.
- During a press conference on November 25, 2025, the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, commented on the current state of the money supply in soms and its impact on the interest rate. Kozubekov emphasized that the money supply is a key factor determining the level of inflation. The National Bank has a wide range of tools to regulate this supply, including overnight deposits and various operations.
The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek reported that the issue related to the delay in the payment of wages to foreign workers in one of the sewing workshops has been successfully resolved. Foreign employees have received their money. Earlier, a video appeared on social media where foreign workers voiced problems related to unpaid wages, as well as the confiscation of their passports and unacceptable behavior from their employer.
The name of Nursultan Nazarbayev has emerged in the context of the Jeffrey Epstein case, who was convicted of pedophilia. These documents, made public due to political turmoil in the U.S., shed light on a long-standing and dirty conflict among the Kazakh elite, as well as its desire to establish connections with Washington. Orda.kz investigated the details of the declassified materials. What do the documents in the Jeffrey Epstein case conceal? Why did Donald Trump call for their release? How
After the first snow in the Chuy region, mushrooms are actively appearing in the forests, gardens, and thickets of trees, growing in groups, reported Turmush correspondent. Irina Stezhko, a biologist, noted that for mushroom hunting enthusiasts, these mushrooms are among the most beautiful and belong to the "winter" category. “These are winter honey mushrooms, also known as Flammulina velutipes. They prefer to grow on weakened deciduous trees. Flammulina is an edible mushroom with
In the Belyovodsky district, the price of meat has dropped by 30 soms for a specific group of buyers. This information was confirmed by local sellers in a conversation with a Turmush correspondent.
On November 26, 2025, on the air of the radio, the leading specialist of the industrial analysis department of the Industrial Management of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sanirabiga Moldogazieva, shared information about the achievements within the framework of the project for launching industrial enterprises. She noted that the largest number of new industrial facilities is being launched in the Chuy region and in the southern regions of the country. The main
On November 26, 2025, border service officers prevented the illegal transportation of livestock across the Kyrgyz-Tajik border. This information was provided by the Border Service of the State National Security Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic. In the specified area, namely in the Ak-Suu rural administration, in the Chesh-Döbö locality, about 1000 meters from the state border, a group of five people engaged in the illegal transportation of livestock was spotted.
The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Azat Kozubekov, at a press conference held on November 25, 2025, conducted an analysis of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan's interest rate, which stands at 11%. He compared this rate with the indicators of neighboring countries such as Russia, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan. Kozubekov emphasized that the rates in these countries remain significantly higher than in Kyrgyzstan. In particular, he provided the following data: Russia — 16.5%; Kazakhstan —
The annual campaign "16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence" has begun in Bishkek, timed to coincide with the International Day for the Elimination of Violence. The event opened at the National Historical Museum under the slogan "Unite to End Violence Against Women," which coincides with the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action. The campaign will continue until December 10, which is celebrated as International Human Rights Day.
The Central Election Commission has decided to impose a fine of 7,500 soms on Baymurat Bekmuratov, a representative of Joroev. Ismanali Joroev, in turn, received a warning. The punishment was the result of a complaint from Kamchybek Asanov, who claimed that during the election campaign, Joroev distributed money to voters, thereby violating the law. He called on the authorities to take action against the candidate.
- On November 26, 2025, employees of the Border Service of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) prevented an attempt to illegally drive livestock across the Kyrgyz-Tajik section of the state border, according to information provided by the agency's press service. In the Leilek region, in the Ak-Suu rural administration, near the Chesh-Dobo area, a group of five individuals was spotted engaging in the illegal driving of livestock, approximately 1000 meters from the state border.
35-year-old Mirgul from Osh has the surname Apendieva, which often becomes a source of misunderstandings. This was reported by a Turmush correspondent. Apendi is a legendary character from Kyrgyz tales, known for his cunning and wit. According to Mirgul, when people first hear her last name, they usually look puzzled and think she is joking.
In the village of Aral-Sai in the Suzak district of the Jalal-Abad region, it is planned to allocate 3 million 121 thousand 513 soms for the capital repair of Namuna Street. The leadership of the Barpy rural administration has submitted an application for funding from shared (stimulating) grants.