According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture, fairs will be held throughout the country, including Bishkek, until June 2026 on designated days. These events focus on socially significant food products. In anticipation of the New Year holidays, from December 27 to 31, the fairs will operate daily.
At the IV People's Kurultai, which serves as a platform for discussing pressing issues with representatives from all regions, delegates raised numerous questions, ranging from serious to humorous. One participant pointed out the lack of official visits to villages, where they could familiarize themselves with the reality outside their offices. Photo from the President's press service
In the Issyk-Ata district, a New Year's tree event was held at the A. Toytoev Palace of Culture, organized by the district akim. Children from socially vulnerable groups and the best students from local educational institutions attended the celebration.
According to information from the Ministry of Labor, in 2025, 4,315 citizens of Kyrgyzstan sought consultations regarding employment in Korea under the EPS program. The program, which has been in operation since 2007, was launched in accordance with a memorandum between the ministries of employment and labor of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Republic of Korea. It is extended every two years. During two stages of testing for knowledge of the Korean language, 1,350 people passed the exam, of which
In the village of Kara-Kul, located in the Osh region, a ceremonial meeting was held dedicated to the recent encounter of fourth-grader Nurzaman Almazbekov with President Sadyr Japarov. Nurzaman gained widespread fame thanks to a video that went viral on social media. In the footage, he is seen walking to school, overcoming nearly a meter of snow in the village of Koo-Chaty.
The issue of the general plan for the Chui region requires a solution, as noted by delegate Daniyar Moldobaev at the people's kurultai on December 25. According to him, attention should be paid to staffing issues at the Buran complex. Moldobaev also emphasized the need to create a sports complex in the region. Moreover, he pointed out the importance of constructing a cultural center in the village of Iskra, which would be a significant step for local residents. "It is also essential
On December 22, the construction of the Eastern Bypass Road was launched in Bishkek. The press service of the city administration provided information about the project on December 25, including a map that shows the route of the road and the adjacent streets. The road will be laid in the eastern part of the capital, beyond the existing urban development, and its total length will be 16 kilometers. As part of this project, the construction of five transport interchanges is planned, as well as
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has decided to extend the New Year holidays of 2026 until January 12, as reported by the Telegram channel "Gosinfo". According to the Ministry of Labor, the relevant document provides for the transfer of working days on January 8 and 9 to the weekends of February 7 and April 25, 2026. According to Article 66 of the Labor Code, citizens of the republic must have a holiday from January 1 to 7. The Ministry of Labor explained that the extension of
On December 25, the final of the first day of the people's kurultai took place at the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic. During this day, 106 delegates representing various regions of the country presented their speeches. The kurultai was opened by President Sadyr Japarov, and the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlabek Turgunbek uulu, also spoke. The report was presented by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The fourth people's kurultai gathered 690 delegates,
Döloş Muratov, a delegate from Bishkek, addressed President Sadyr Japarov during the People's Kurultai, requesting access to Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue. Additionally, he emphasized the need for repairs on the Southern Highway and the cessation of illegal construction. Muratov also expressed his opinion on the staffing shortage in the country. He suggested returning to the Soviet system of training specialists. “Training for medical professionals and teachers should be free, with mandatory
Amid the picturesque landscape of the Jeti-Oguz district in the Issyk-Kul region lies an old mill that has survived to this day. A teacher from the village of Chon-Jargyichak, Bolot Urkaliev, shared information about this unique object with a correspondent from Turmush. According to Urkaliev, his native village is located near the highway, and the first mill in this place was built by his maternal grandparents.
The deputies of the Kara-Kul City Council discussed important issues at the session on December 25. During the session, Deputy Mayor Manas Abdykalykov and Council Chairman Chyngyz Kimsanov acknowledged the contributions of citizens by presenting the badge "Mykty Insan" to the chairman of the trade union organization of the Toktogul Hydroelectric Cascade, Talaybek Mamyrbekov, and a Certificate of Honor to the leading specialist of the Population Service Center, Ulkar Dalbaeva.
According to Variety, the series 'Stranger Things' has become the most-watched project in Netflix history. Before the release of the final episodes, the total number of views has already exceeded 1.2 billion.
Specialists from the Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication shared recommendations on how to celebrate the New Year while avoiding injuries and visits to doctors. Road safety. Given the high traffic congestion and the risk of collisions with drivers under the influence of alcohol, it is advisable to leave early to avoid rushing.
Musabay Momunaliev, a delegate of the People's Kurultai, proposed to initiate a ban on the sale of alcoholic beverages in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the president raised issues related to violence and road accidents.
On December 25, a ceremony took place where Kamchybek Tashiev, acting head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), handed over the keys to apartments for athletes. During the event, documents for housing were transferred:
From December 29 to 31, deputies will hold meetings with voters in their regions. This decision was made at the plenary session on December 25. From January 1 to 12, holidays have been declared, after which parliamentarians will return to work on January 12.
On December 26, precipitation in the form of rain is possible in Kyrgyzstan, which may change to snow. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −2 degrees at night and rise to +5 during the day.
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Minister of Science, Higher Education, and Innovations announced plans to revise the contract policy in higher educational institutions. This decision was a result of concerns expressed by the deputies. Ulukbek Karybek uulu, one of the deputies, noted that despite the high cost of education, the quality of education leaves much to be desired. He asked Gulzat Isamatova what measures would be taken to address this issue.
The non-profit institution KEU named after Musa Ryskulbekov published an obituary mourning the loss of Zhibek U., who was killed on December 23. “With great sorrow, we learned of the tragic death of Zhibek U. - the mother of three children, a lecturer at the KEU named after Musa Ryskulbekov, who passed away on her birthday,” the statement reads.
At the recent People's Kurultai in Bishkek, delegate Aysalkyn Karabaeva raised an important issue regarding the observance of human rights in prisons and appealed to the president to take necessary measures. She pointed out instances of cruel treatment and torture occurring in correctional facilities. According to her, inmates suffering from illnesses often face denial of access to water and medication, citing "internal rules" of the institutions despite their severe conditions.
The public hearings on the general plan of Bishkek, designed until 2050, have concluded. This was reported by the city administration. For two days, representatives of the city administration and developers from the Scientific Research Institute of Prospective Urban Development in St. Petersburg presented the main provisions of the document and answered questions from the participants of the hearings.
According to eyewitness reports, on December 25, a traffic accident occurred at the intersection of Mederova and Baytik Baatyr streets. The information was provided by Kaktus.media. At the scene of the incident, employees of the Bishkek Traffic Police are working to regulate traffic. Preliminary data indicates that three vehicles were involved in the accident.
According to the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic, in 2025, 4,315 citizens of the country sought employment consultation in Korea through the EPS program. As noted by the ministry, this program is implemented under a memorandum with the Ministry of Employment and Labor of the Republic of Korea, allowing Kyrgyz citizens to obtain work permits in this country.
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on the situation with large queues at the Family Medicine Centers (FMC) for obtaining medical certificates of form 083, which are necessary for obtaining or replacing driver's licenses. The agency urged citizens to understand the temporary difficulties faced by medical institutions. According to information from the heads of the FMC, there has been a sharp increase in the number of requests for medical certificates of this format in
Tynychbek Saidov, the director of the State Center for Vehicle Registration and Driver Licensing of the Kyrgyz Republic, urged drivers not to delay exchanging their indefinite driver’s licenses. He explained that currently, old-style licenses are issued during the exchange, but updated documents will be available starting in 2026. "Although there is no deadline for the exchange, it is better not to postpone. According to the Vienna Convention, licenses are valid for 10 years," Saidov
As of December 1, 2025, the labor force in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 2.861 million people. Of these, 2.756 million were employed, while 104.7 thousand remained unemployed. Thus, the overall unemployment rate in the country reached 3.7%, as reported in a press release from the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the data, 58,565 unemployed individuals are currently registered with employment services, which is 21.5% less than last year. The officially registered unemployed
Today, with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov in an online format, the opening of ten facilities in the Naryn region took place. Among the newly opened facilities:
In the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu region of the Osh province, residents of quarter No. 233 expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of local roads. According to local residents, during rain and snow, the potholes on the roadway fill with water, creating difficulties in movement. Moreover, residents face a lack of public transport, which forces them to walk about a kilometer to reach the main highway. One local resident noted that Nurkamil Jumayev Street in quarter No. 233 is in
Photo from the internet As of December 1, 2025, the official unemployment rate in Kyrgyzstan was 1.4%. This information was provided by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. According to data from the National Statistical Committee, the population of the country as of October 1, 2025, reached 7 million 374 thousand people.
In order to prevent the spread of infections and ensure sanitary safety, the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic is organizing vaccination for those planning to perform Hajj in Mecca in 2026. According to information from the ministry, mandatory vaccination applies to all pilgrims, which includes vaccinations against meningococcal infection and seasonal flu. These measures comply with international medical and sanitary standards and are a necessary condition for participating in Hajj.
A new robbery occurred in Paris, resulting in couriers delivering jewelry losing several bags of precious items. According to information provided by Le Figaro, citing the Paris prosecutor's office, among the stolen items was a sapphire worth 150,000 euros. Preliminary data indicates that the criminal, armed with a pistol, was waiting for the couriers, hiding behind a van near the jewelry store. As soon as the couriers parked their vehicle, he attacked them, striking one of them on the
According to a new report by the World Health Organization (WHO), alcohol is responsible for one in three deaths from injuries and violence in countries across Europe and Central Asia. Experts emphasize that this is linked to self-harm, road traffic accidents, and falls. The WHO regional advisor on alcohol, Karina Ferreira-Borges, points out that alcohol is not only a risk factor for many non-communicable diseases, including seven types of cancer, but also significantly impairs behavior
At the public hearings dedicated to the master plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, issues related to the placement of medical institutions and the accessibility of emergency care were discussed. The press service of the city hall reported on the results of these discussions. Dmitry Pereyaslavsky, an expert in urban greening, noted the risks associated with the concentration of medical institutions outside the central part of the capital. He expressed doubt about how quickly
Photo from the internet Russian theater and film actress, People's Artist Vera Alentova has passed away at the age of 83. This was reported by RBC. She is best known for her role in the cult film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," which was directed by her husband Vladimir Menshov and released in 1979. This work earned the film an Oscar in the category of "Best Foreign Language Film."
In Bishkek, at the Toktogul Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic, the IV People's Kurultai is taking place with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov. About 700 delegates from various corners of the country have gathered for the event, including 51 representatives from the Issyk-Kul region, who will discuss 48 key issues.
On December 25, the Cabinet of Ministers approved resolution No. 835, extending the New Year holidays until January 12. Earlier, the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration proposed that the holidays on January 8 and 9, 2026, be designated as days off for employees of state and municipal organizations, as well as institutions and enterprises funded by the state budget, working a five-day week. In this regard, it was planned to move:
Public hearings continue in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, dedicated to the project of the General Plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050. The event is taking place on December 25 at the "Alga" stadium with the participation of representatives from the mayor's office, architects, and relevant services. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov noted that work is currently underway on the electronic version of the General
At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25, the chairman of the Social Fund, Bakhtiyar Aliyev, noted that pensions in Kyrgyzstan have significantly increased over the past four years. According to him, the changes in pension amounts occurred as follows:
As of today, there are 815 thousand people registered as pensioners in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Bakhtiyar Aliyev, the chairman of the Social Fund, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 25. According to his forecasts, by 2030 the number of pensioners in the country will exceed 1 million.
Bishkek December 26, Friday Night temperature 0...-2 °C, cloudy weather.
In Chelyabinsk, Russia, a monument to the famous writer Chyngyz Aitmatov is planned to be installed in a park that already bears his name. This proposal was voiced by Zina Bakirova, the head of the Kyrgyz diaspora, at the People's Kurultai. She emphasized that many citizens of Kyrgyzstan are outside their country for various reasons, and the diasporas are actively promoting the Kyrgyz language and culture. In particular, there is already a park in Chelyabinsk dedicated to Chyngyz Aitmatov.
As reported by the Pushkin Theater website, where she worked for more than six decades, Vera Alentova has passed away. Vera Alentova. The actress's journey began at the Orsk Drama Theater, and after completing her studies at the Moscow Art Theater School, she became part of the Pushkin Theater in Moscow. Worldwide fame came to her after her leading role in the film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," which earned Soviet cinema an Oscar.
At OJSC "Kyrgyz Post", a ceremony was held to award the winners of the contest related to letters to Santa Claus. The contest, held under the slogan "The Country of My Dreams. Why Do I Want to Visit There?", was aimed at schoolchildren aged 9 to 14 and attracted over three thousand participants from various regions of the country. Participants sent their letters through post offices using registered mail. Valuable gifts such as tablets and mobile phones were awarded to the
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has begun vaccinating citizens planning to go on Hajj to Mecca in 2026 to ensure sanitary and epidemiological safety and reduce the risk of infection spread.
Recently, the countries of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) conducted joint exercises aimed at neutralizing extremist groups. This was reported by the organization's press service in its statement. As part of the training, under the guidance of the joint headquarters, the duty shifts of the Crisis Response Center, as well as the Ministries of Defense and Emergency Situations of Tajikistan, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan actively participated.
During his speech at the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov discussed the state of family relationships in Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized that the family is the foundation of the nation and an important element of the strength of the state. However, there is currently a concerning situation, with many marriages ending in divorce and children being left without one of their parents.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to extend the New Year holidays of 2026 until January 12. Previously, the Ministry of Labor proposed to move the working days of January 8 and 9, 2026, to other dates — February 7 and April 25.