Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, visited the pre-trial detention center No. 1, known as facility No. 21, located in Bishkek. During her visit, she held private meetings with 12 women who wished to discuss their issues in private. As a result of these conversations, legal consultations were provided, and statements were accepted.
On December 20, 2025, at 14:00, the Artmemo.kg gallery will host the opening of an exhibition featuring works by 16 outstanding contemporary artists from Kyrgyzstan, representing different generations. The organizers assert: "Every viewer will be able to find a reflection of their inner world, as contemporary art from Kyrgyzstan is open to new forms of self-expression and immerses one in the personal stories of the authors. Here, masters and young talents create a space for interaction
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a new bus route has been launched, connecting the residential area "Kyrgyzstan-1" with the central part of the city, as reported by the press service of the city administration. Route No. 159 was initiated to improve transportation accessibility and enhance convenience for local residents. Buses will operate from the residential area "Kyrgyzstan-1" to the "Bishkek-2" railway station, following the approved schedule.
FC "Alga" continues to strengthen its squad, officially confirming agreements with three new players. The first of the newcomers is Murolimjon Akhmedov. The club highly values his experience, leadership qualities, and drive for success, emphasizing that these aspects will have a significant impact on achieving the team's goals in the upcoming season.
Yesterday, December 16, an informational campaign for sellers of pyrotechnic goods took place in Osh. According to information from the press service of the Osh city police, the event was aimed at preventing illegal trade and use of pyrotechnics.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has introduced new resident cards for foreign citizens. These cards provide permission for temporary residence in the country for up to one year with the possibility of extension. The Director of the Consular Department of the Ministry, Seytek Jumakadyrov, reported that 1,000 such cards were issued in the first month. He noted that to simplify the process of obtaining visas and quotas for foreign citizens, a Unified Window has been established.
Today, at a meeting of parliament, President Sadyr Japarov announced the possibility of allocating official apartments for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh through the State Mortgage Company (GMC). He also noted that repairs have already been carried out in the parliament building, and new official vehicles have been purchased to enhance the efficiency of the deputies' work.
On December 16, the Trade House of Kyrgyzstan was ceremoniously opened in Kabul. This event marked an important milestone, as reported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. The ceremony was attended by Bakyt Sydykov, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Nuruddin Azizi, the Minister of Industry and Trade of Afghanistan.
The research project "Esimde," which focuses on the study of historical memory in Kyrgyzstan, has presented the book "Fates," which has made it to the list of the TOP-25 most important books in Central Asia for 2025, compiled by the Kazakh cultural media 98mag. According to 24.kg, Elmira Nogoybaeva, representing the "Esimde" project, noted that this is the first publication in the "Fates" series. The book was released in Kyrgyz and Russian languages, and
In Manas, several streets were renamed, a decision made by the deputies of the city council on December 8 during a session. According to the regulations of the Manas City Council "On the Assignment and Change of Names of Geographical Objects," the deputies based their decisions on requests from the mayor's office and the results of meetings of the permanent commission, as well as on proposals from Mayor Ernisebek Ormokov. As a result, the following decisions were made:
Restoration of the pavilion "Ak-Suu," also known as "Soki—Vody," has begun in Bishkek. The project has involved Valery Katrevich, an architect and author of several popular murals, who confirmed this information in an interview with 24.kg. The repair work started in early November, and some restoration activities have already been completed, including part of the artistic painting.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of the morning of December 17, all roads at the mountain passes are open. The previously imposed restrictions for cargo trucks at the Too-Ashuu pass, located on the Bishkek – Osh highway, have been lifted.
According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the total length of roads in Kyrgyzstan is 34 thousand kilometers. Of this number:
Environmental awareness encompasses not only waste recycling but also respect for the environment, culture, and future generations. Young activists, uniting their efforts, presented unique projects to the public, such as a fashion show featuring clothing made from recycled materials and an art exhibition where paintings are created from cigarette butts, as well as innovative methods for their recycling. The forum "E-Muras. Ecological Heritage" aims to develop ecological habits among
Turumzhan Bayalieva, a kindergarten teacher at the Kiyalbek Begaliev kindergarten in the village of Jangy-Alysh in the Kemin district of the Chui region, is an example of a mother of many children. She was born on November 2, 1993, in the village of Kosh-Dobo, now known as Ormon-Khan, in the Kochkor district of the Naryn region.
The scientific conference "The World - One Family," held in New Delhi, India, brought together participants from various corners of the world, including representatives from the National Academy "Manas." The event featured Gulzat Maichinova, head of the Center for Communication and International Relations, and Dastan Chynybek uulu, head of the "Aiköl" studio. According to the Academy, among the conference participants were scholars, cultural figures, and
In the Chui region, in the city of Tokmok, social media users have noticed an unusual New Year's decoration — a Christmas tree made from car tires. According to the Tokmok city administration, this tree has been installed on the territory of a factory that produces tires.
In the village of Barpy, located in the Suzak district, a farmer has become one of the pioneers in growing citrus fruits, which are not very common for the local climate. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, the farmer has successfully implemented this project for the past two years. As part of the experiment, he planted mandarins and has already achieved significant success.
The conference titled "National Dialogue on Energy Efficiency: Achievements, Challenges, Prospects" took place in Bishkek. The event was dedicated to issues related to the development of energy-efficient construction and the implementation of mandatory certification of buildings based on energy characteristics. The conference was organized with the support of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services and gathered representatives from government
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a new bus route has been launched, connecting the residential area 'Kyrgyzstan-1' with the Railway Station. This information was announced by representatives of the city administration. The bus route No. 159 will follow a pre-approved scheme, providing convenient transportation for residents of the area.
The information was provided by the press service of Bishkek City Hall. According to the press service, after the ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree of the country in Ala-Too Square and the festive concert, the municipal enterprise "Tazhalyk" collected and removed one ton of garbage.
Overachievement of the revenue plan:
The Ton District State Administration held a procurement of a hydraulic excavator model "SZL 215" for the amount of 11 million 635 thousand soms. According to the administration, the new equipment will be used to address pressing issues in the district, as well as to carry out infrastructure projects and support socio-economic development.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations has published data on weather conditions for December 17. According to the forecasts, snowfall and rain are possible in most areas of the republic. The western wind will blow at a speed of 4-9 meters per second, and fog is also expected in some regions.
Information about the road situation in the country was provided by the Ministry of Transport
At the event dedicated to the tenth anniversary of the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 2250, held under the leadership of the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, key aspects concerning youth in the country were discussed. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, more than 2.5 million young people, which constitutes over one-third of the population of Kyrgyzstan, fall within the age category of 14 to 35 years, according to the law
The construction was carried out by the company OsOO "Pegas Ala-Too" In a press release from the ministry, it is stated that the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control is working on the legalization of a multi-apartment residential building that was constructed in violation of the law.
Photo by DUMK Candidates who have received the right to participate in the Hajj of 2026 and have fully paid for their trips should remember the necessity of vaccination. This information was provided by DUMK. According to their data, from December 20 to 31 of this year, vaccination of pilgrims will take place in Kyrgyzstan using a four-component vaccine against meningitis ACYW 135, as well as the seasonal vaccine "Grippol" against the flu.
On December 14, a ceremony of awards took place at the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in Moscow, organized by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic for compatriots actively working in the field of culture in Russia. According to the ministry's press service, Deputy Minister of Culture Askaraly Mamadinov presented the awards, including the special distinction "Best Cultural Worker" and Honorary Certificates.
As part of the initiative "Master of the Russian Language - 2024," organized by Rossotrudnichestvo, Russian graduate students are conducting classes for students and schoolchildren in Osh. They share pedagogical approaches with local teachers and explore the cultural features of Kyrgyzstan. Program participants, Alexandra Filippova and Alina Gorodetskaya, shared with VB.KG their impressions of their stay in the republic, the inspiration they draw from local educators, and what they
The Cabinet of Ministers approved the social package of television channels for digital terrestrial broadcasting for the period from 2025 to 2027, according to order No. 1007-t. This decision was made in accordance with the government decree that defines the procedure for forming the social package of television and radio channels, which has been in effect since June 23, 2014, under number 349.
In Kyrgyzstan, a so-called "migration amnesty" has been implemented, initiated by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and supported by the country's top leadership to address the situation of foreigners residing in the republic without legal grounds. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, thanks to this initiative, about 9,600 foreigners were able to legalize their stay in the country without leaving its borders.
The incident occurred early in the morning In Bishkek, a group of passersby helped to retrieve an ambulance that was stuck in a ditch. This situation was captured on video and shared on social media by a user, as reported by the public page "Bishkek.Online".
In the Kochkor district of the Naryn region, probation officers are conducting training activities for citizens under supervision as part of a program aimed at correcting the behavior of individuals who have committed acts of domestic violence. As reported by Myskal Niyazbek kyzy, the leading specialist of the Kochkor district probation office, the program was adopted in accordance with the Cabinet of Ministers' decree dated July 16, 2025, under number 417. According to this document, the
As part of a humanitarian initiative, Russia and Ukraine carried out an exchange of citizens who were seeking to reunite with their families. According to information from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 15 Russians returned to their loved ones at the border between Ukraine and Belarus. This group included 12 women and 3 men.
In the city of Osh, there are 15 major inter-farm canals that are managed by the Main Department of Water Management of the Osh Region and the Kara-Suu District Water Management Office. Additionally, the city has dozens of internal ditches and canals that are not accounted for by water management organizations. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. The total length of these 15 inter-farm canals exceeds 155 kilometers, of which 107 kilometers run through the city.
The girl has conquered numerous international competitions with her vocal talent. At the event for lighting the New Year tree in Bishkek, the city mayor Aibek Junushaliev handed a monetary certificate to the talented singer Nasiyat Bekmyrzaeva, as reported by the city hall.
A rare phenomenon: hunters in the Chui region captured a singing ulars. “Late in autumn, we went to the mountains with licenses to hunt the Siberian ibex — teke. As we ascended to its habitat, we encountered ulars that approached almost closely, within about five meters. Experienced hunters know that if you are tracking a teke, you will definitely meet ulars, and vice versa. We decided not to shoot the ulars so as not to scare off the ibex that might be nearby, and we also did not have a permit
A meeting of the coordination commission took place at the Bishkek City Hall, where issues of public order and safety during the New Year holidays were discussed. Relevant information was provided by the press service of the city hall. During the meeting, participants reviewed the readiness of city services and law enforcement agencies to maintain order during New Year events.
In the Issyk-Kul region, measures for nature protection and conservation of biological resources are being actively implemented, as reported by representatives of the tourism-ecological police of the region. According to their information, thanks to the ongoing activities, there has been a significant increase in the population of partridges in the mountainous areas, which now freely inhabit these places.
According to information from the president's office, Sadyr Japarov has signed a decree titled "On measures to complete the work on securing citizens' property rights to land amnesty objects." The main goal of this document is to implement a unified state policy in the field of land resource management and to finalize the process of formalizing property rights to land plots obtained under the amnesty. This decree introduces temporary legal regulation measures for land
Recently, an event dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the adoption of the General Assembly resolution on the millennium epic "Manas" took place at the UN headquarters in New York. This epic is an important element of Turkic cultural heritage. Details about this event were provided by the UN News Service. UN Photo. Event dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the General Assembly's resolution on the Kyrgyz epic "Manas" The epic "Manas," which consists of about
At the event for lighting the New Year tree, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev presented a certificate for financial assistance to art school student Nasiyat Bayyrzaeva.
The visit of the presidential envoy in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, took place in the city of Kant.
On December 16, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nurdana Oruntaev, held a meeting with the shareholders and the management of the construction company "Döwlet Kuruş." The reason for the meeting was complaints about the progress of the construction of residential complexes. The meeting took place in the main conference hall of the ministry, where the minister addressed issues related to the implementation of the
On December 17, rain is forecasted in Kyrgyzstan, which will turn into snow. In the capital, Bishkek, the nighttime temperature will be −1 degree, while during the day it is expected to reach +10 degrees.
In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Transport and Communications has announced new restrictions on the holding of New Year events. This information was provided by the ministry's press service. According to the received data, Minister Abstat Syrgabaev signed a decree outlining the new rules.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan, the country has begun receiving electricity from Uzbekistan. This event has positively impacted the energy supply situation, as reported by "Asia-Plus." Currently, the volume of supplies amounts to up to 2 million kilowatt-hours per day. Representatives of the Ministry of Energy noted that in the future, an increase in these volumes is possible if Uzbekistan can provide additional