At the People's Kurultai, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, announced the country's plans to completely pay off its external debt by 2035. During his speech, he outlined the forecast for government debt payments in US dollars for the coming years:
In the Kyrgyz Republic, new labor payment conditions have been introduced for workers involved in the implementation of projects funded by international organizations and donor countries. This decision aims to improve the payment system within the framework of state investments and technical assistance. The adjustments pertain to projects carried out through the Ministry of Finance of Kyrgyzstan.
On December 26, 2025, in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, the Chairman of the GKNB, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited a specialized boarding school for hearing-impaired children in Bishkek. This event became possible after the completion of major repairs to the assembly and sports halls of the educational institution. During his visit, Tashiev familiarized himself with the updated conditions for studying, emphasizing the importance of the work done to create a safe and comfortable environment for students.
The newcomer to the team, Brazilian Richard Romario, has already started training with "Muras United." His signing was officially confirmed by the club, which is happy to have him among its ranks.
According to information provided by the automated platform, more than 1,200 citizens of Kyrgyzstan have applied for vouchers for preschool education. Of these, only 571 applications were approved, and as a result, 475 children are already attending kindergartens thanks to the vouchers. A total of 258 educational institutions are participating in the testing of this mechanism. The government plans to issue 1,000 vouchers across the country, with a particular focus on children from socially
French electronic music has now been officially recognized as an intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO, highlighting its significance for the artistic identity of the country, reports the music magazine Billboard. This initiative underscores the importance of the genre, which is valued by legends such as Jean-Michel Jarre, the creator of the iconic album Oxygene.
Every year for the New Year, the municipal enterprise "Bishkek City Transport" organizes a competition for the best decoration of bus interiors. This became known from the municipal enterprise 24.kg. In this event, buses from various routes participate, and drivers, showing creativity and attention to detail, decorate their interiors in anticipation of the holiday.
On December 26, at the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov addressed the delegates who expressed the need for the construction of cultural houses in rural areas. He suggested temporarily suspending these projects, pointing out that many existing facilities are not functioning and are simply vacant. Japarov emphasized that maintaining such institutions requires significant resources. As an illustration, he mentioned the cultural house in his native village.
At the city House of Culture "Dialog" in Bishkek, the contest "Best Grandfather" and "Best Grandmother" took place. According to the press service of the mayor's office, ten contestants participated in the event: five grandmothers and five grandfathers. The participants presented their embroidered items, creations of folk crafts, and panels with Kyrgyz patterns, showcasing the richness of cultural heritage and the connection between generations. They also
The Bishkek City Hall invites all residents and guests of the city to an exciting musical evening under the open sky. Tomorrow, December 26, at 7:00 PM, the "Kyrgyz-Ruhu" pop-folk ensemble will perform at Ala-Too Square. This event is organized with the support of the Culture Department of the Bishkek City Hall.
Starting from December 24 at 1:00 PM, temporary restrictions have been imposed on the movement of heavy trucks at the Too-Ashuu pass. This information was provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to the ministry, the restrictions affect the route from the "Sosnovka" post due to ongoing snowfall. Specialists from road maintenance enterprise No. 9 are working in this area, clearing the road and spreading inert materials on the roadway.
In the run-up to the New Year holidays, a touching event occurred related to the dream of a young man aspiring to become a police officer. Ariet Zholborsov, a fifth-grader from the village of Taigara, wrote a letter to the leadership of the Internal Affairs Department of the Jalal-Abad region, sharing his desire to serve in the law enforcement agencies of Kyrgyzstan. According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, this letter was noticed. The head of the Jalal-Abad
On December 26, a proposal was voiced at the People's Kurultai to introduce stricter norms for men wishing to hold government positions. Delegate from the Lenin District, Zholdoshbek Turdubaev, noted that there is an increasing number of cases of violence against women in the country. He suggested limiting the participation of men in government structures who abandon their wives and children. Turdubaev emphasized that responsibility towards family should become an important moral criterion
The head of the air protection department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Nursultan Tashybek uulu, stated that "yes, there is an improvement observed every year," in response to a question about the state of air pollution in recent years. According to him, Kyrgyzhydromet, as a special state body, is responsible for monitoring and analyzing data on air pollution, and it is they who reflect the positive changes in the situation.
At the meeting of the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov expressed support for the proposal of a delegate from the People's Kurultai regarding the need to amend the legislation concerning elections to the Jogorku Kenesh. The discussion focused on lifting the residency requirement for citizens living abroad who wish to participate in parliamentary elections. One participant noted that the current legislation violates the electoral rights of Kyrgyz citizens outside the country.
The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic presented the key achievements of its department for the year 2025. According to the provided data, the coverage of children in preschool education in 1997 full-day kindergartens increased to 257.3 thousand, which is 23.4 thousand children and 85 new kindergartens more compared to 2024.
The Championship of the Kyrgyz Republic in freestyle wrestling has concluded in Bishkek at the "Zhashtyk" sports arena. The competitions were part of the national sports calendar.
In the Ministry of Social Protection of Kyrgyzstan, it was reported that since the beginning of the current year, the children's helpline — number 111 — has received 67,429 calls. Of this number, 2,777 calls were made for consultation or assistance. More than 42% of the inquiries came from children, while adults accounted for 57.9% of the total inquiries. Specialists provided 1,977 consultations, 574 individuals received psychological assistance, and 226 cases were referred to the
Starting from February 1, 2026, "NC Kyrgyz Temir Zholu," managed by the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, will increase freight railway tariffs by 9%. According to information provided by the state enterprise, this decision was made based on an order from the ministry issued on December 5, 2025.
On December 26, 2025, the Chairman of the GKNB of the KR, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited a boarding school for children with hearing impairments and late deafness in Bishkek, where the major renovation of the assembly hall and sports hall has been completed. During the visit, he familiarized himself with the improved conditions for learning, emphasizing the importance of the work done to create a safe and comfortable environment for the education and development of children. Tashiev congratulated
The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to prohibit the export of timber and wood products beyond the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union. The corresponding decree was signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to the document, the restriction applies to timber and products classified under the EAEU HS codes 4401, 4403, and 4407. The ban will be in effect for six months, starting from a date that will occur three days after its official entry into force. The
Residents of the village of Turk-Abad, located in the Suzak district, are facing the problem of their homes being demolished due to the construction of a new railway. This was reported by the regional delegate Jumakan Ormonova at the IV People's Kurultai. She noted that the land plots were purchased by local residents between 1995 and 2000.
During the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov expressed support for Kyrgyz migrants abroad, as proposed by the delegates. He noted that changes to the legislation will be made within the framework of the state mortgage program.
The draft resolution regarding the introduction of discounted public transport fares for retirees of the security forces of Kyrgyzstan has been presented for public discussion by the Cabinet of Ministers. According to this proposal, starting from January 1, 2026, retirees from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the State Penitentiary Service, the State National Security Committee, as well as from the Ministries of Defense and Emergency Situations, the Border Service, the Prosecutor's
In Kyrgyzstan, an interdepartmental commission has been established to improve air quality. This was announced at a briefing by Nursultan Tashybek uulu, head of the atmospheric air protection department at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to him, initiatives have already begun to be implemented, and the powers of the commission have been significantly expanded.
The New Year will bring changes to Bishkek: starting January 1, 2026, construction of pedestrian crossings and bus stops will begin on Ch. Aitmatov Avenue. This was reported by the city administration. This initiative was approved by the Mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, and will be implemented in connection with the start of the holiday weekend.
In Bishkek, at the City House of Culture "Dialogue," a competition called "Best Grandfather" and "Best Grandmother" took place. This event became an important step in preserving family values and national traditions. The competition was organized by the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, Tourism, and Youth Affairs of the Bishkek City Hall.
Since its opening in 2015, the state institution "Children's Helpline - 111" has been operating under the Ministry of Labor. It operates continuously and accepts free calls from all over the republic. Psychologists work around the clock at the center, providing support over the phone. Each day, two specialists are on duty, ready to listen, consult, and record inquiries in a special log. If necessary, the information is forwarded to the relevant organizations according to their
In the Jayil district of the Chui region, there is a growing interest in one of the local plants, the berries of which can remain fresh for a long time without any preliminary processing. As reported by Turmush correspondent, this is about viburnum, whose fruits remain suitable for consumption for several months. “I always remember how my grandmother used to say: ‘Viburnum praised itself, saying that I am good with honey,’ and she happily treated us to pies with these berries. For us, viburnum
During the second day of the IV People's Kurultai, delegate Zholdoshbek Turdubaev from Bishkek raised the issue of the growing cases of domestic violence in the country. He believes that men who commit violence, as well as those who abandon their families, should be prohibited from holding public office and participating in elections at the local, city, and parliamentary levels.
The Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration continues to actively develop the foster family system in the country. Each year, budget funds are allocated for the training of future foster parents and for ensuring proper conditions for children in these families. Currently, there are 114 registered foster families in Kyrgyzstan, raising 250 children. There are also 31 candidates wishing to become foster parents. Since 2014, more than 400 children have received assistance through
In honor of the 90th anniversary of the Kyrgyz National Museum of Fine Arts named after Gapar Aitiev, a musical composition titled Gapar was created by composer and pianist Munara Korpotaeva. This event is timed to coincide with the anniversary exhibition "Museale-90." According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, on December 11, during a creative evening at the museum, Munara performed this piece, inspired by various artistic directions, including painting, sculpture,
The year 2025 in Kyrgyzstan was filled with scandalous events involving both high-ranking officials and representatives of the cultural sphere. The arrest of employees of the Russian House, suspected of recruitment, as well as the cruel treatment of migrants in Moscow, the arrest of the mayor of Tokmok, and the dismissal of a minister for drunk driving — all these events became subjects of discussion among citizens. 24.kg presents an overview of the most resonant incidents that occurred over
In accordance with the decision of the Cabinet of Ministers, Batken, Talas, and Naryn state universities will be joined to the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn. This decision is part of the reorganization of the system of professional higher education in the country. Photo from the internet. The universities of Batken, Talas, and Naryn are joining the Kyrgyz National University named after Jusup Balasagyn The goal of this decision is to combine financial, material, and
From December 8 to 23, the ballet troupe of the Kyrgyz National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet named after Abdylas Maldybaev successfully held its first tour in Spain. This was reported by Elena Myagkova, head of the literary and dramaturgical department of the theater. During the tour, the artists won the hearts of audiences in cities such as Zaragoza, Calpe, Riba-Roja de Ebro, Chativa, Alicante, La Nucia, and Gandia, where they presented famous works of world classics. The program
As of November 2025, 128,497 citizens of Kyrgyzstan have been added to the Register of Controlled Persons in the Russian Federation, who do not have legal grounds to be in the country. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. 24.kg It is specified that this register includes individuals who must leave Russia in accordance with established rules.
At a briefing today, the head of the Air Protection Department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, Nursultan Tashibek uulu, reported on a proposal from the Ministry of Economy, which initiated the development of a mechanism for checking the presence of catalysts in vehicles during their registration and re-registration. Currently, an interdepartmental commission is working on improving air quality in Kyrgyzstan. From 2021 to 2023, an action plan was
The city court in Moscow has issued a ruling obligating Larisa Dolina to vacate an apartment located in Khamovniki. According to the court's press service, this decision was the result of a legal dispute initiated by Polina Lurye, who demanded the forced eviction of the singer. The court ruled that Dolina must remove herself from the registry and leave the disputed property as soon as possible.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to impose a temporary ban on the import of electronic cigarettes, as well as nicotine-containing liquids. The resolution was signed by Chairman Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to this document, the restrictions will be in effect for six months. The ban covers not only electronic cigarettes but also nicotine delivery systems with liquid, as well as nicotine-containing liquids in cartridges, tanks, and other containers, designated by the
On the second day of the People's Kurultai, a delegate from Bishkek proposed the need to reconsider the Constitutional Court's decision regarding the death penalty. He emphasized that the death penalty should be introduced for those who commit corruption crimes that cause serious harm to the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as for rapists acting against women and children.
Saint Petersburg expressed its readiness to share its experience in the field of digitalization of urban management with Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the press service of the city's Committee for External Relations.
In the Osh region, in the Kara-Suu district, an online ceremony was held to inaugurate a new meat processing enterprise managed by the LLC "Zheti-Baatyr." This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the event, which took place in a virtual format, President Sadyr Japarov was present.
At the checkpoint "Torugart" in the Naryn region of Kyrgyzstan, a cargo weighing 20,000 kilograms of fat was stopped, which was being transported from China. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. According to the ministry's information, border veterinary control inspectors conducted an inspection of the cargo. During the examination, it was established that the veterinary and sanitary standards of the Eurasian Economic Union were not met. In
The proposed change in legislation allows judges to retire after a certain number of years of service. The draft law is already available for public discussion. The initiators emphasize that the profession of a judge is associated with high responsibility and significant stress. Every day, they make decisions that can radically change people's lives, requiring maximum concentration and psychological resilience. Long-term work in such conditions can lead to professional burnout and
Since the beginning of the current year, 104 wolves, 197 jackals, and 16 wolf cubs have been shot in the Batken region. This is reported by the press service of the regional department of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. According to the provided data, local residents have hunted 104 wolves, 197 jackals, and 16 wolf cubs in the region since the beginning of 2025.
On the evening of December 26, 2025, at 19:00, the pop-folk ensemble "Kyrgyz-Ruhu" will perform at Ala-Too Square. The Bishkek City Hall invites all residents and guests of the capital to enjoy a musical evening in the open air, organized with the support of the Department of Culture. It is expected that the event will create a warm and festive atmosphere filled with live music, national melodies, and a pre-New Year mood, as well as vibrant performances by artists.
On the second day of the People's Kurultai, one of the delegates representing Bishkek proposed changing the names of the districts in the capital. “Bishkek has four districts: Lenin, October, Sverdlov, and Pervomai. It’s time to consider changing their names. Specific options should be discussed with the population,” he noted.
Taking into account the information that has appeared in the media and social networks regarding the violation of the rights of individuals in custody, the State Penitentiary Service (GSIN) published an official response: 1. Familiarization with Rights and Responsibilities