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Capitals of Central Asia May Disappear Under the Threat of Water Collapse
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Capitals of Central Asia May Disappear Under the Threat of Water Collapse

The study conducted by Sobir Kurbanov and Eldaniza Guseynova warns of a potential water crisis in the capitals of Central Asia, which could lead to a situation similar to the crisis in Tehran. In their analytical report published on December 2, the authors compare the current situation to the "Tehran crisis," when water reserves in the Iranian capital reached critical levels, forcing authorities to develop evacuation plans for the population. Photo from the internet According to the

03.12.2025, 13:32
The GKNB revealed the real numbers of marriages between citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic and the People's Republic of China.
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The GKNB revealed the real numbers of marriages between citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic and the People's Republic of China.

In response to widespread rumors about mass marriages between citizens of Kyrgyzstan and China, the GKNB presented official data. Since 2020, a total of 129 such marriages have been registered in the country, with the largest number concluded between citizens belonging to the ethnic groups of Uighurs, Dungans, and other peoples living on both sides of the border.

03.12.2025, 13:31
Ministry of Labor: People with disabilities are an integral part of our society
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Ministry of Labor: People with disabilities are an integral part of our society

During the press café "The Rights of Women and Girls with Disabilities to Live Free from Violence: Challenges and Opportunities," dedicated to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and the 16-day campaign against violence, the Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Development, and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Ainura Orozbaeva, noted that physical limitations should not serve as barriers. "We see many examples where people with disabilities make significant

03.12.2025, 13:31
The State Committee for National Security reported how many marriages have been registered in Kyrgyzstan with citizens of China.
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The State Committee for National Security reported how many marriages have been registered in Kyrgyzstan with citizens of China.

The State Committee for National Security of Kyrgyzstan (GKNB) shared figures on the number of registered marriages between citizens of Kyrgyzstan and China. This information was provided in response to growing rumors on social media about mass marriages between representatives of the two countries, which were deemed unfounded.

03.12.2025, 13:19
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The Ministry of Culture is developing a state program for the development of craftsmanship for the years 2026-2030 titled "Önör — Heritage and Development"

On December 2, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy, Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, dedicated to discussing the state program "Өнөр — мурас жана өнүгүү," initiated by the Ministry of Culture to support craftsmanship from 2026 to 2030. According to the ministry's press service, the discussion involved not only employees and leaders of relevant departments but also representatives of public organizations engaged in

03.12.2025, 13:14
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The GKNB refutes the widespread nature of marriages between citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic and the People's Republic of China.

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of Kyrgyzstan has refuted information circulating on social media about mass marriages between citizens of Kyrgyzstan and the People's Republic of China. Since 2020, only 129 such marriages have been registered. Most of these marriages are between representatives of different ethnic groups, such as Uighurs and Dungans, and citizens of China of the same ethnic background.

03.12.2025, 12:51
A gala concert dedicated to the Day of People with Disabilities took place in Bishkek.
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A gala concert dedicated to the Day of People with Disabilities took place in Bishkek.

At the T. Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic in Bishkek, a gala concert was held in honor of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The event took place as part of the XXV City Festival of Amateur Art, the applied arts competition "The Sun Shines Equally for All," and an inclusive sports festival. Deputy Mayor for Social Issues Victoria Mozgacheva noted her participation in this event.

03.12.2025, 12:39
Issyk-Kul is Being Saved: New Treatment Facilities in Balakchy and Plans for Cholpon-Ata
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Issyk-Kul is Being Saved: New Treatment Facilities in Balakchy and Plans for Cholpon-Ata

Photo 24.kg. Treatment facilities in the city of Balakchy The ecological situation around Lake Issyk-Kul, known as the pearl of Kyrgyzstan, has been threatened for several years due to wastewater pollution and the spread of algae. In response to this problem, a project called "Issyk-Kul Wastewater Management" has been launched in the country. Positive changes can already be observed: the number of subscribers connected to the central sewage system in Balakchy has increased from 30 to

03.12.2025, 12:17
The new representative of the Osh region was introduced to the team.
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The new representative of the Osh region was introduced to the team.

The introduction of the new plenipotentiary representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Osh region, Amankan Kenzhebaev, took place. The event was led by Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. Present at the meeting were the Mayor of Osh, staff members, district heads, as well as representatives of regional institutions and enterprises, including elders.

03.12.2025, 12:02
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Tajikistan requested military assistance from Russia due to border attacks

According to Reuters, Tajikistan is actively negotiating with Russia and the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) regarding joint border patrols with Afghanistan. Sources in the republic's law enforcement agencies confirmed that such discussions are indeed taking place. One informant noted that no final decision has yet been made regarding the involvement of CSTO forces in ensuring security at the border.

03.12.2025, 11:58
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The II General Assembly of the Asian Alliance Took Place in China

From November 26 to 29, the II General Assembly and III Council Meeting of the Asian Alliance for the Protection of Cultural Heritage took place in the Chinese city of Chongqing. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported on this event. At the event, the results of the alliance and its secretariat's work since their establishment, as well as over the past two years since the first assembly, were summarized.

03.12.2025, 11:53
The city hall explained what the tram lines in Bishkek will be like
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The city hall explained what the tram lines in Bishkek will be like

As part of the discussion on the General Plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov presented information on possible tram lines and modern approaches to urban transport. Kadyrov noted that the planners of the general plan propose to integrate new tram lines into the updated road scheme of the city. However, these lines will differ from traditional ones, as innovative technologies are expected instead of the classic contact network.

03.12.2025, 11:52
Women with Disabilities: How Double Discrimination Affects the Rise of Violence
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Women with Disabilities: How Double Discrimination Affects the Rise of Violence

In Kyrgyzstan, there is a serious problem: women and girls with disabilities face double discrimination. According to data, between 40 to 70 percent of them experience violence in various forms. December 3 marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. On the eve of this event, a dialogue was held in Bishkek on the topic "The Right of Women and Girls with Disabilities to Live Free from Violence: Challenges and Opportunities." Participants noted that existing legislative

03.12.2025, 11:51
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The Ministry of Culture and the Director of the Korean Organization ICHCAP Discussed the Development of Cultural Tourism and Crafts in Kyrgyzstan

On December 2, the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, held a meeting with Kim Doksun, the Director of the Strategic Department of the Korean organization ICHCAP. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the meeting discussed the details of the implementation of the ODA project (2023–2026) titled "Development of Cultural Tourism through the Production of Traditional Handicrafts and Enhancement of Their Digital Marketing

03.12.2025, 11:51
The Bishkek City Hall explained where high-rises will be built and how they will protect the historical center.
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The Bishkek City Hall explained where high-rises will be built and how they will protect the historical center.

As part of the discussion on the General Plan for the Development of Bishkek until 2050, Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov answered key questions from residents regarding the planned building heights and the preservation of the historical appearance of the capital. Plans for High-Rise Construction Kadyrov explained that the project includes various height zones, which are visually indicated by colors on the plan.

03.12.2025, 11:45
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Egypt has increased the cost of the entry visa to $45

Recently, Egypt changed the cost of the entry visa, increasing it to $45. This decision was made by the country's president. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi approved changes to the bill concerning the fees for services provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which led to the increase in the entry fee from $25 to $45.

03.12.2025, 11:45
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Life in the Regions: How the Most Similar Sisters Naryna Live

Turmush continues to share stories about twins and siblings from various regions of Kyrgyzstan. Today, we will meet an amazing pair of sisters, Nurzhan and Uulzhan from At-Bashy. Nurzhan and Uulzhan Sultangazy kyzy are 28-year-old twins from the Naryn region, who have amazed those around them with their striking resemblance since early childhood. Their relatives even confused them in their childhood, and now they can only be distinguished by a small birthmark.

03.12.2025, 11:43
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It became known who paid for the development services of Bishkek's general plan.

As reported by Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov, the services for creating the general plan of Bishkek, carried out by the Research Institute of Urban Planning of St. Petersburg, were not funded from the state budget. Funding was provided by the investor as part of an agreement concerning the construction of a new microdistrict on the site of the old "Ak-Kula" racetrack.

03.12.2025, 11:38
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Experiment in Talas: 200 Hectares of Pasture Treated with Fertilizers from the Air

In the Talas region, in the rural district of Shumkar-Uya, work has begun to improve pastures and strengthen the feed base, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, in collaboration with the Shumkar-Uya rural administration, has started implementing a pilot project in this direction.

03.12.2025, 11:38
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E-register of pesticides and agrochemicals created by the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing has begun developing an electronic platform aimed at the registration of pesticides and agrochemicals. This innovation involves the creation of a unified register of approved substances, as reported by the ministry's press service. The initiative is being implemented as part of the project "Pesticide Lifecycle Management and the Elimination of POP Pesticides in Central Asian Countries and Turkey."

03.12.2025, 11:29
OPEN FC: Russian and Kyrgyz fighters will compete for the championship belt
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OPEN FC: Russian and Kyrgyz fighters will compete for the championship belt

An international mixed martial arts tournament will be held in St. Petersburg, organized by OPEN FC with the support of the DMV promotion and the teams "Sech" and "Al Munar". The highlight of this event will be the title fight in the featherweight division, where Russian fighter Mahmud Akimov will face Kyrgyzstani Nurtilek Zhalynbekov for the OPEN FC championship belt.

03.12.2025, 11:23
In the Kochkor District, a social fair was organized with the sale of meat at reduced prices
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In the Kochkor District, a social fair was organized with the sale of meat at reduced prices

In the Kochkor district, a social fair is planned to be held every Saturday, where residents will be able to purchase meat products at reduced prices. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. At the fair, quality meat products will be available at a price of 600 soms, making them more accessible to the population. The main goal of the event is to curb price increases, ensure product availability for socially vulnerable groups, support

03.12.2025, 11:15
The mayor's office explained how the road network and housing stock of Bishkek will change by 2050
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The mayor's office explained how the road network and housing stock of Bishkek will change by 2050

During the discussion of the General Plan for the Development of Bishkek until 2050, Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov emphasized the improvement of transport interchanges and the provision of housing for the city's residents. According to him, the developers plan to implement a new traffic structure, which includes three rings: outer, inner, and small. The outer ring will consist of bypass roads in the north, east, south, and west of the city, which will help redistribute traffic flows and

03.12.2025, 11:14
In the Toktogul District, an additional three-story hospital building is being constructed.
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In the Toktogul District, an additional three-story hospital building is being constructed.

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, conducted an inspection of the construction of a new hospital building in the Toktogul district, located in the Jalal-Abad region. According to the Ministry of Construction, work began in October of this year at the direction of the Deputy Prime Minister and Head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev.

03.12.2025, 11:00
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Ministry of Natural Resources on Smog in Bishkek: Sensors Installed Not According to Standards

Nursultan Tashybekov, head of the air quality control department at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, stated on the air of "Birinchi Radio" that for accurate information on air pollution levels, one should rely exclusively on data from "Kyrgyzhydromet." He also noted that since last year, a special interdepartmental commission has been conducting inspections of the installed sensors.

03.12.2025, 11:00
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In At-Bashy, the 95th anniversary of the honored veterinarian of the Kyrgyz SSR, Kapar Jandarliyev, was celebrated.

In the At-Bashy district, a memorial evening was held dedicated to the 95th anniversary of Kapar Zhandarliyev, who was a distinguished veterinarian of Kyrgyzstan, reports Turmush correspondent. Kapar Zhandarliyev left a significant mark in the field of veterinary medicine and agriculture, and his diligence and professionalism continue to evoke respect and recognition.

03.12.2025, 10:57
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The Prime Minister addressed the people of Kyrgyzstan on the occasion of International Day of Persons with Disabilities

In his statement made on the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, emphasized the need to protect the rights of individuals with special needs and their integration into public life, which, according to him, is an important aspect of state policy and an indicator of the level of humanity and civilization in society. He stressed that mercy and compassion should be the foundation for social and economic decisions at

03.12.2025, 10:48
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The VII International Forum of Women Directors has started in Osh

On December 2, the opening of the VII International Film Forum of Women Directors took place at the main building of Osh State University. According to the organizers, this year the forum is dedicated to Gulzara Azhybekova — the People's Artist of Kyrgyzstan. The event also supports a five-year program aimed at the development of mountainous regions and is timed to coincide with the International Mountain Day.

03.12.2025, 10:45
In Chui Region, a social facility worth over 111 million soms has been returned to the state.
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In Chui Region, a social facility worth over 111 million soms has been returned to the state.

A social facility worth over 111 million soms has been returned to the state in the Chui region. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the information, the building of the kindergarten "Golden Ear," located in the Alamudun district, as well as the adjacent land plot of 1 hectare, had long been used by private individuals in violation of the norms regarding the ownership and use of municipal property. This

03.12.2025, 10:24
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Is the security status being lifted from the parks of Bishkek? Umuraliyeva raised the issue during the discussion of the general plan.

At a recent expert discussion on the general plan held on December 2, Kalicha Umuraliyeva, former director of the Municipal Enterprise "City Parks," pointed out that in the new general plan, the protective status has been retained only for the Karagacheva Grove, while the other parks and squares have lost this status. She noted that in 1991, several parks, including Oak Park, Karagacheva Grove, and Fuchik Park, were granted the status of specially protected natural areas; however,

03.12.2025, 10:18
The city hall left the question about Tyuleev's construction of a three-story building unanswered.
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The city hall left the question about Tyuleev's construction of a three-story building unanswered.

During the discussion of the General Plan for Bishkek, activist Kalicha Umuraliyeva addressed the representatives of the mayor's office with a question about the construction of a three-story building near the TSUM on Chuy Avenue. She wanted to find out whether the new building is indeed planned in the green zone, as indicated in the documents. Umuraliyeva emphasized that the General Plan designates a specially protected area No. 1, covering the central part of the city, and asked whether

03.12.2025, 10:08
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More than 650 schools are implementing inclusive practices in Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Education is actively working to ensure the rights of children with disabilities to receive education, implementing numerous initiatives. According to the agency, there are 2,394 schools and 1,997 kindergartens in the country, where more than 1.5 million children are educated and raised. Of these, 29,728 children are registered in the system as having disabilities.

03.12.2025, 10:07
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A baby llama was born at the Karakol Zoo

A baby guanaco, known as a llama, has been born at the Karakol Zoo. The public fund "Bugу Ene" published a touching video capturing the first days of the baby among its older relatives. “The little guanaco quickly adapted to its new life and is always close to its mother, who lovingly protects her baby,” said representatives of the "Bugу Ene" fund.

03.12.2025, 10:04
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Girl with autism harmed by psychologist. Ombudsman asked to intervene

The incident involving a girl suffering from severe autism occurred during a session with a private psychologist. The public fund "League of Child Rights Defenders" has sent a request to the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, urgently asking to take control of this case and ensure the protection of the child's rights. According to the fund's information, the girl's mother, Chynara Junusova, published a video message in which she spoke about the cruel treatment her daughter

03.12.2025, 10:00
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At the Youth Theater, students staged the play "Katkeldi." Photo

On December 1, the premiere of the play "Katkeldi" took place at the Bakeyen Kydykeeva Young Spectator Theater, prepared by third-year students of the Theater Faculty of the Kyrgyz National University of Culture and Arts named after B. Beishenaliev. High-ranking guests attended the event, including the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Mirbek Mambetaliev, the First Deputy Minister Soyuzbek Nadyrbekov, as well as the Rector of the National University of Culture and

03.12.2025, 09:59
In Kyrgyzstan, fish stocks are artificially reproduced
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In Kyrgyzstan, fish stocks are artificially reproduced

As part of a program aimed at the artificial reproduction of fish stocks, the Department of the Fisheries Industry of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan is conducting work in state water bodies during the period of 2025–2026. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture. Currently, activities implemented by the state enterprise "Son-Kul Fishery" have been completed. The work was carried out in accordance with the approved plan, which was coordinated with the

03.12.2025, 09:59
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A juvenile colony has been opened in the former SIZO-50 for particularly dangerous criminals.

In the village of Nizhny Norus in the Chuy region, the reconstruction of the SIZO-50, which was previously used for the detention of particularly dangerous criminals, has been completed. As a result of this transformation, a new educational institution No. 14 has been opened. High-ranking guests attended the official opening of the juvenile colony, including the Chairman of the State Penal Service Chyngyz Kozhoshev, his deputies, the representative of the President's Office Mirlan Apizov,

03.12.2025, 09:53