"Gazprom Increased Gas Supplies to Kyrgyzstan by 20 Percent in 2025"

The head of Gazprom, Alexey Miller, announced the company's plans to increase gas supplies to Kyrgyzstan by 20 percent by 2025. This statement was made at a meeting dedicated to the preliminary results of the company's operations. Miller noted that this year there has been a 20 percent increase in gas supplies from Russia to Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Kyrgyzstan. In particular, with Kazakhstan, Gazprom is exploring opportunities for deepening cooperation.

A sports complex was built in the village of Ken-Aral for 59 million soms

In the village of Ken-Aral, the opening of a new sports complex took place. This facility, located in the Birimdik rural district of the Bakai-Ata region, was built using funds from the republican budget. Construction work began in 2023.

About 500 children in Kyrgyzstan attend kindergartens with vouchers

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

UNESCO Recognizes French Electronic Music as Cultural Heritage

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.

The President explained why it is impossible to return Jeruy and revealed corruption schemes at Kumtor.

- On December 26, at the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov commented on the proposal from a delegate from Bishkek regarding the return of the Jeruy gold deposit. The head of state noted that the process of returning Jeruy cannot be similar to what happened with Kumtor and explained his position.

In the Jalal-Abad region, the forestry enterprise was fined for violating forest legislation.

The inspection of the Kar-Alma–Urumbash forestry was carried out by inspectors from the Jalal-Abad Regional Office of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service. According to information provided by the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, violations were identified during the inspection concerning Articles 434 (Failure to comply with the procedure for executing orders, directives, or requirements of the authorized body) and 240 (Violation of forest legislation norms) of the Code

In Jalal-Abad, over 1000 police officers have switched to an enhanced service mode.

In connection with the upcoming New Year holidays, more than 1,000 police officers and staff from the Road Traffic Safety Department (UTSD) in the Jalal-Abad region have switched to an enhanced work mode. According to information from the regional Internal Affairs Directorate, raids are being conducted in the area starting from December 23, with the aim of ensuring public safety. "In the first three days, 1,289 violations of traffic rules were recorded. Of these, 301 cases were for

Violations of the Law Identified in the Fish Farms of Tash-Kumyr

During the inspection, it was found that some fishing enterprises had illegally seized land plots and used them for purposes other than intended, which contradicts the established requirements for land categories. These facts became the basis for transferring the materials to law enforcement agencies for further consideration. The aim of the conducted activities is to ensure the legal use of land and water resources, as well as to prevent similar violations in the future.

New Year Spirit in Transportation: How Drivers in Bishkek Decorate Buses

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.

Zhapаров asked to wait on the construction of cultural houses in the villages

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.

In Bishkek, a competition was held for "Best Grandfather" and "Best Grandmother"

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

Sadyr Japarov: "Pre-trial detention is not a resort"

During the People's Kurultai, Aysalkyn Karabaeva, representing Osh, expressed concern about the conditions in which prisoners are held in pre-trial detention centers. She noted that the use of electric stoves for cooking in detention centers is prohibited, which causes dissatisfaction among the detainees.

Irina Grishechkina: Bishkek Lacks Kindergartens, Schools, and Hospitals

The public hearings in Bishkek have concluded, where the main parameters of the new General Plan for the city's development until 2050 were discussed. This project sparked active discussion among residents.

The Bishkek City Hall invites you to a festive musical evening under the open sky

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.

Traffic of heavy vehicles is temporarily restricted on Too-Ashuu due to snowfall

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.

The 14th meeting of the Council for Trade Facilitation took place in Bishkek.

The 14th meeting of the Council for Simplifying Trade Procedures (CSTP) was held in Bishkek, as reported by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic. The event gathered representatives from government structures, the business community, and international partners involved in development.

Dreams Come True. A Schoolboy from Jalal-Abad Region was Admitted to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Received Gifts

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

The police of Dushanbe held singer Firuza Khafizova accountable for disrespecting the national currency.

During the investigation, it was revealed that the incident occurred on December 20 at the "Millennium" restaurant, where the singer performed at the invitation of the establishment's representative, Sadriddin Nabiev. During her concert, some guests, including Saididdin Sainuroddin and Sabokhat Islamova, began throwing money in her direction, which is a violation of the law and a display of disrespect for the country's currency. Firuza Khafizova, continuing her performance,

20 Tons of Fat from China Not Allowed into Kyrgyzstan

Tashiev familiarized himself with the repairs at the boarding school for the hearing impaired and played table tennis with the students.

On December 26, the Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, visited a specialized boarding school for hearing-impaired and late-deaf children in Bishkek, where the major renovation of the assembly and sports halls has been completed. According to the press service of the State Committee for National Security, Tashiev familiarized himself with the improved learning conditions, emphasizing the importance of the work done to create a safe and comfortable

IV People's Kurultai has concluded its work

The IV People's Kurultai has concluded. As a result of the Kurultai's work, a resolution was adopted.

In Kyrgyzstan, over 140,000 copies of mathematics textbooks have been published

In the Kyrgyz Republic, 144,965 copies of mathematics textbooks have been published, as reported by the Ministry of Education and Science of the country. The new print run was accepted by representatives of the ministry on December 25, 2025, at the OJSC "Uchkun" printing house. Currently, the educational materials are being prepared for shipment to schools and other educational institutions.

Attention! Part of Ch.Aitmatov Avenue in Bishkek will be temporarily closed

Due to construction work, traffic on the mentioned section will be temporarily restricted to ensure the safety of both residents and visitors to the capital. Drivers are advised to plan their routes in advance and pay attention to road signs and temporary indicators.

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol was asked to be sentenced to 10 years in prison in the first of his four criminal cases.

Yoon Suk-yeol Prosecutors claim that Yoon Suk-yeol attempted to obstruct his arrest by barricading himself in the presidential residence in January 2025. Additionally, he is accused of violating the rights of nine government members who were not summoned to the meeting regarding the declaration of martial law. These charges were announced at the final hearing of the case, which is the first of four criminal trials related to the declaration of martial law in December 2024.

In the city of Gulcha, information is being verified regarding the beating of a 2.5-year-old child by a caregiver.

In Gulcha, serious accusations have arisen against a kindergarten teacher who allegedly used physical force against a 2.5-year-old child. According to information received from the complainants, the incident took place at kindergarten No. 4, located in the Alai district, where the teacher allegedly applied physical force to the children.

Mirziyoyev announced the growth of Uzbekistan's GDP to $145 billion and record gold and foreign exchange reserves

The President noted that nine years ago reaching the mark of $100 billion seemed like an extremely ambitious task. "Today, however, we can be proud that GDP has exceeded $145 billion for the first time. This reflects the great potential of our people," he remarked. Mirziyoyev also pointed to the "Uzbekistan – 2030" strategy, which set the goal of achieving a GDP of $160 billion by 2030. However, according to him, the current pace of reforms and business activity allows for

A delegate from Ak-Tala raised the issue of the shortage of plots for young families

During the IV People's Kurultai, a delegate from the Ak-Talinsky district addressed the participants, highlighting the pressing issues faced by local residents. He reported that this year the repair of the Naryn-Bayotov road has begun.

Para judokas were awarded cash prizes, and the coach was gifted a car.

As part of the summary of the year 2025, the president of the Kyrgyzstan Paralympic Judo Federation, Rayimbek Maatkabyilov, presented awards to outstanding athletes and coaches. According to the information from the KR Paralympic Judo Federation, Maatkabyilov highly praised the work of the head coach of the national team, Kanat Imiyanov, noting his significant contribution to the development of Paralympic judo and the preparation of athletes at the international level. "In recognition of

President: The number of citizens on hemodialysis has increased to 4,000

At the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov noted that when he took office, the number of citizens in need of hemodialysis was only 2 thousand. He emphasized that at that time, patients were forced to pay half the cost of the procedure out of their own pockets.

President on the construction of BSR and BDR: All facilities can be completed in 4–5 years

- At the IV People's Kurultai on December 26, Sadyr Japarov answered a question from a delegate from the Aravan district about the construction of BSR and BDR. The head of state reported that in the last 2–3 years, tasks have been set that have led to the construction of 106 BSR and BDR across the country. "We have created a map and identified where new facilities need to be built," he noted.

"In Ukraine, there is no money for holding elections, - Zelensky's advisor"

Mikhail Podolyak Podolyak emphasized that it is the Central Election Commission and the working group of the Verkhovna Rada that should calculate the financial costs for the elections. “It is not our task to provide funding for the elections. Given our budget deficit, this is impossible,” he noted. He added that the priority areas of the budget at the moment are focused on militarization and social programs aimed at supporting households affected by economic difficulties.

At the Kurultai, it was proposed to remove from power men who abandoned their families.

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

Tashiev handed over the keys to apartments to athletes

On December 25 in Bishkek, a ceremony was held to hand over the keys to new apartments for athletes, conducted by Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). This event served as a reward for the outstanding sports achievements of the athletes.

The Ministry of Natural Resources believes that the air in Bishkek is becoming cleaner.

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.

"If you want to die, go to Kant Hospital," - delegate from Kant

At the IV People's Kurultai, held on December 26, Ruslan Sherimbekov, representing the city of Kant, raised several pressing issues. One of the key topics was the concern about the state of the local hospital. He noted: “There is a saying among the residents of the Issyk-Ata district: ‘If you want to die, go to the Kant hospital.’ This is related to the lack of doctors, insufficient bed capacity, and other problems. We strongly urge the construction of a new and modern hospital,” the

President: Mailuu-Suu Lamp Factory Received 1 Billion Som for Development

At the IV People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov announced the allocation of 1 billion soms for the development of the Mailuu-Suu lamp factory, which took place six months ago. According to the head of state, these funds are intended for the rehabilitation of the enterprise.

Migrants asked to open embassies in the Czech Republic, Lithuania, and Slovakia

A delegate representing the interests of Kyrgyz migrants living in Kazakhstan, the Czech Republic, Lithuania, and Slovakia spoke at the IV People's Kurultai, where he highlighted the pressing issues faced by this group of people. Kylych Turatov, while speaking, noted that compatriots in the Czech Republic, Lithuania, and Slovakia are requesting the opening of embassies in these countries. This is due to the fact that they have to return to the locations of Kyrgyz diplomatic missions to

In Bishkek, a case of trafficking in psychotropic substances within a group has been uncovered

In Bishkek, the judicial authorities have issued a verdict against a man recognized as an accomplice in a case of illegal trafficking of psychotropic substances and drugs. The ruling of the Supreme Court has been published on the "Digital Justice" platform. Names have been changed.

Ministry of Labor of Kyrgyzstan: 250 children are raised in 114 foster families

Currently, there are 114 foster families in Kyrgyzstan, raising 250 children. Additionally, 31 candidates have been registered for the role of foster parents. Since 2014, over 400 children have had the opportunity to live in foster family conditions. This information was announced by the Ministry of Labor, Social Welfare, and Migration, which continues to develop the foster care system in the country. Each year, funds are allocated in the budget for the training of candidates for foster

Sadyr Japarov: We Will Try to Address the Raised Issues Before the Next Kurultai

During the summary of the second day of the IV People's Kurultai, held on December 26, President Sadyr Japarov announced that the issues discussed at the forum would be reviewed and, if possible, resolved before the next event. He emphasized that it is not feasible to fully implement all proposals in the shortest possible time; however, about 70-80% of the raised topics can be realized in the foreseeable future.

The President supported the proposal to allow Kyrgyz citizens abroad to be elected to the Jogorku Kenesh.

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.

Natives of Kyrgyzstan Made It to the List of the "Worst of the Worst" Criminals in the USA

Among the 165 countries represented in the list, the majority are citizens of Latin American countries, including several thousand Mexicans. The list also includes three Germans. The website of the American agency states: "CBP and ICE are fulfilling President Trump's promise by carrying out mass deportations, starting with the most dangerous criminals, including illegal immigrants that you see on this list."

The Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic spoke about important achievements in 2025

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 Kyrgyzstan in freestyle wrestling has concluded

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 Kyrgyzstan, over 67,000 calls have been received on the children's hotline since the beginning of the year.

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

Freight transportation rates by railway will increase from February 1

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.

"In 2 years, only 37 people have had a kidney transplant, - president"

During the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov responded to a request from delegate Tynchtykbek Jumagulov from the Kochkor district regarding the need to open a hemodialysis unit. According to the president, he had a meeting with the Minister of Health the day before to discuss this issue.

The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic donated 1 million soms and gifts to the special school for the hearing impaired.

html 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