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How the Education System in Kyrgyzstan Changed in 2025
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How the Education System in Kyrgyzstan Changed in 2025

The Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan has summarized the results of the first year of the transition to the new 12-year school system. The agency reported that this large-scale reform aims to reduce the burden on students and develop essential skills, taking into account the age characteristics of children.

23.12.2025, 16:30
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic spoke about how they are fighting juvenile delinquency.
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The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic spoke about how they are fighting juvenile delinquency.

Currently, the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic is actively engaged in preventive measures to prevent offenses among youth. In Bishkek, an inspector for juvenile affairs has been assigned to each school, and there are also neighborhood inspectors. This was reported by the head of the Public Safety Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Nurzhan Adylova, in an interview on Birinchi Radio. The head noted that since the beginning of this year, a large-scale forum titled

23.12.2025, 16:30
The Profile Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan.
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The Profile Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh approved the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan.

The discussion of the candidacy of Kanibek Dosmambetov took place during a meeting of the Committee, which addresses issues related to constitutional legislation and local self-government. During the meeting, Almasbek Abytov provided information about Kanibek Dosmambetov. Deputy Venera Salyamova raised questions regarding personnel policy in healthcare, while Kubanychbek Samakov emphasized the need to provide medical resources to healthcare institutions in the Naryn region, including the

23.12.2025, 16:29
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Transport Industry: In Kyrgyzstan, 1.65 billion soms were received in the budget over 11 months

From January to November 2025, 1 billion 65 million 832 thousand soms were collected in Kyrgyzstan due to licensing, administrative fines, issuance of permits, and conducting weight control, as well as processing special permits for the transportation of indivisible cargo and compensation for losses. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic, during the same period in 2024, the amount of revenue was only 334 million 170 thousand soms.

23.12.2025, 16:26
Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan: A Record Number of "Smart" Meters Installed
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Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan: A Record Number of "Smart" Meters Installed

The Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan reports the installation of a record number of smart meters across the country in 2025. According to the agency's data, at the beginning of this year, the National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan planned to implement 500,000 smart meters, and this plan has already been successfully realized.

23.12.2025, 16:23
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In Osh, 8 children have died in traffic accidents since the beginning of the year — a deputy proposed installing cameras near schools

Today, December 23, a meeting of the local council is taking place in the city of Osh. During the discussion, Deputy Arypbek Aitbaev proposed an initiative to install video surveillance around all educational institutions, including schools and kindergartens. According to the deputy, this year, as a result of traffic accidents, 5 children have died. The press service of the patrol police of the Osh city police department reports that since the beginning of the year, there have been 8 cases of

23.12.2025, 16:21
The head of the cabinet expressed dissatisfaction with the residents of the Kochkor district
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The head of the cabinet expressed dissatisfaction with the residents of the Kochkor district

Local residents oppose the construction of a solar power plant At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Gulsunkan Junushalieva presented a complaint from the residents of the village of Ortok in the Kochkor district. According to her, local residents are protesting against the construction of a solar power plant: “They claim that they are stopping the work, but the contractors continue. This leads to conflict situations. People also complain that significant areas of pasture are being

23.12.2025, 16:15
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The Puppet Theater has opened the season of New Year's performances

On December 19, the State Puppet Theater named after Musa Zhangaziev began its New Year performances, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. Children from Special School No. 30 in the Sverdlovsk District were the first audience of the theater. They not only watched the show with Father Frost and the Snow Maiden by the New Year tree but also actively participated in interactive games with their favorite fairy tale characters.

23.12.2025, 16:14
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Opening the Southwest Cemetery is not planned - Mayor of Bishkek

During the last session of the Bishkek City Council, issues related to the operation of cemeteries were discussed. Deputy Kazybek Ergeshov raised the problem, noting that residents of the city had reserved plots at the Southwestern cemetery next to the graves of their loved ones.

23.12.2025, 16:12
Health

In the musculoskeletal system of children, there are specific features that make it possible to not immediately recognize a fracture, - traumatologist

In the pediatric musculoskeletal system, unique characteristics are observed: bones have greater elasticity, and the periosteum is denser. This allows a child to maintain limb mobility even in the case of a fracture. This was reported on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Arthur Satyilganov, a trauma surgeon and head of the pediatric surgery department at KGMA. As Satyilganov noted, due to the strong periosteum, a fracture may not be accompanied by displacement, which makes clinical

23.12.2025, 16:07
Health

Private medical universities that do not meet the requirements may be closed after the new accreditation, - Ministry of Health

In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Health will take on the accreditation of private medical universities. This was announced by Acting Minister of Health Kanaybek Dosmambetov during a meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues of the Jogorku Kenesh. Dosmambetov explained that the draft law currently under consideration by deputies was developed in accordance with a presidential decree. This decree confirms the status of the Kyrgyz State Medical Academy (KGMA)

23.12.2025, 15:57
Adylbek Kasymaliev: The State Continues the Implementation of Major Strategic Infrastructure Projects
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Adylbek Kasymaliev: The State Continues the Implementation of Major Strategic Infrastructure Projects

Kasymaliev emphasized that the 2026 budget is focused on sustainable economic development and improving the living standards of citizens. He also noted that the key priority remains the social sector, for which 230.9 billion soms are allocated for education, healthcare, and social protection. The head of the government added that significant changes are expected in the country over the next five years.

23.12.2025, 15:55
Economy

Special Zone and Unified Wallet of the EAS. What Will Change in the Tax Sphere in 2026

Starting from 2026, significant changes are expected in the tax sphere, affecting various industries, including the automotive market, light industry, and investment zones. The tax service shared with 24.kg information about key reforms that may come into effect on January 1. Creation of Special Financial Zones and Support for Sports A new special financial investment territory (SFIT) "Tamchi" has been established in the country. Residents of this zone are now exempt from all taxes.

23.12.2025, 15:54
The climate threatens Kyrgyzstan with floods, losses, and an increase in poverty by 2050
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The climate threatens Kyrgyzstan with floods, losses, and an increase in poverty by 2050

The World Bank has published a Country Report examining climate risks for the Kyrgyz Republic, their impact on the economy, and possible scenarios up to 2050. The document notes that climate change is already affecting the country's key sectors—agriculture, energy, transport, and infrastructure—and that pressure on these areas is expected to increase in the coming decades. Photo from the internet. Kyrgyzstan faces floods, losses, and poverty by 2050 Experts emphasize that Kyrgyzstan can

23.12.2025, 15:54
Economy

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan began exporting seeds to Japan and Russia

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan took an important step by starting to export seeds, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. State of Seed Production and Crop Farming There are 86 seed production farms operating in the republic. Over a period of 11 months in 2025, agronomists harvested 4,485 tons of high-quality wheat seeds. Support was provided to 2,782 farmers, which is 14% more than in 2024. Thanks to the issuance of over 15 million

23.12.2025, 15:51
Health

The Ministry of Health is establishing a department to oversee the operation of medical equipment.

In Kyrgyzstan, the establishment of a department that will oversee the functioning of medical equipment is planned. This was announced by the acting Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov at a meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues. According to him, the current structure of the Ministry of Health lacks a specialized department responsible for monitoring and accounting for the operation of equipment in medical institutions.

23.12.2025, 15:49
The U.S. Navy will receive new class ships "Trump," said the President of the United States.
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The U.S. Navy will receive new class ships "Trump," said the President of the United States.

President Donald Trump announced the construction of two new class "Trump" military ships, as he emphasized at a press conference at his estate in Mar-a-Lago, where Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Navy Secretary John Phelan were present. These new vessels, with a displacement of 30,000 to 40,000 tons, will be equipped with advanced weapon systems such as hypersonic missiles, electric railguns, and powerful laser systems, as well as nuclear cruise

23.12.2025, 15:47
The Acting Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic spoke about corruption schemes involving hospital directors.
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The Acting Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic spoke about corruption schemes involving hospital directors.

Dosmambetov emphasized that organized corruption schemes operate in medical institutions, but ordinary doctors are not involved in them. “It is necessary to take decisive measures to combat corruption, although there is a risk that this may lead to an even greater number of doctors leaving. We do not aim to detain the guilty or initiate criminal cases, but we strive to reform the system and eliminate the conditions that contribute to corruption,” he explained. The minister called on the heads

23.12.2025, 15:46
A resident of Uzbekistan received three years in prison for mercenarism and participation in military actions in Ukraine
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A resident of Uzbekistan received three years in prison for mercenarism and participation in military actions in Ukraine

Illustrative photo As reported by UzNews.uz, the sentence was handed down in the court of criminal cases of the Bustan district of the Andijan region, where S. K. was found guilty under part 1 of article 154 ("Mercenarism") of the Criminal Code of Uzbekistan. According to the collected materials, in April of this year, S. K. went to Russia in search of work. Two months later, he was detained by the police for lack of documents. The defendant claims that at the station he was offered

23.12.2025, 15:43
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The issue of public transport in the villages of Chon-Djar, Kichi Shalta, and Dacha-Raduga has been resolved

Today, a meeting took place between specialists from the Chuy-Bishkek Regional Department of Ground and Water Transport and residents of the villages of Chon-Jar, Kichi Shalta, and Dacha-Raduga, located in the Sokuluk District. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. During the discussions on-site, the issue of public transport, which had previously caused dissatisfaction among local residents, was raised. As a result of the meeting, the company

23.12.2025, 15:40
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"Balloon - Dangerous". Traumatologist Discusses Winter Injuries in Children

Arthur Satyilganov, a traumatologist at the City Children's Clinical Hospital of Emergency Medical Care and the deputy head of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at KGMA, discussed the most common winter injuries in children on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to him, the number of injuries in pediatric traumatology is lower in winter than in summer, as children are usually dressed in warm jackets and hats that cushion falls.

23.12.2025, 15:40
A sports complex with an Olympic-standard swimming pool will be built in Karakol.
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A sports complex with an Olympic-standard swimming pool will be built in Karakol.

A new sports complex will be built in Karakol on a 14-hectare site, designed to accommodate 5,000 spectators. The city's mayor, Kanibek Adiev, shared this information during a reporting meeting with residents, summarizing his work over the past year. According to the mayor, the sports complex will be located in the "Kashka-Suu" area and will be equipped with everything necessary, including a swimming pool that meets Olympic standards, as well as a hotel.

23.12.2025, 15:34
In the center of Bishkek, there will be no water all day on December 24.
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In the center of Bishkek, there will be no water all day on December 24.

Photo by the press service of the Bishkek city administration The press service of the Bishkek city administration reported that due to the reconnection to a new water pipeline located in the underground passage of the TSUM, the supply of drinking water will be stopped on December 24 from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. As a result of this shutdown, water supply will be suspended for residential buildings, educational institutions, medical facilities, and other social and industrial facilities in the

23.12.2025, 15:33
The New Year's Tree of the Head of the Region Took Place in Osh
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The New Year's Tree of the Head of the Region Took Place in Osh

html On December 23, a New Year event was held in Osh organized by the regional administration for children. According to the press service of the regional administration, about 200 young participants from various corners of the region were invited to the celebration, including honor students and children from large and low-income families.

23.12.2025, 15:31
Health

The healthcare system is short of 23,000 medical workers, - Ministry of Health

According to the acting Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov, voiced at a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, the country lacks 6,500 doctors and 8,500 nurses. In addition, there is a shortage of 3,500 orderlies and about 2,000 technical staff workers.

23.12.2025, 15:30
In the USA, payments to illegal immigrants for voluntary departure from the country increased to $3,000
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In the USA, payments to illegal immigrants for voluntary departure from the country increased to $3,000

According to Kristi Noem, to receive the payment, it is necessary to use the CBP Home mobile application, which was launched by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Funds will be transferred only after the migrant's return to their home country is recorded. Recall that in May of this year, the Department of Homeland Security launched a voluntary departure program, under which illegal immigrants could receive $1,000, as well as compensation for the cost of their airline ticket. The

23.12.2025, 15:30
Ministry of Finance: In 2026, budget revenues will increase by 28.1%
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Ministry of Finance: In 2026, budget revenues will increase by 28.1%

During a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to the first reading of the draft law "On the Republican Budget of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2026 and the planned period of 2027-2028," the First Deputy Minister of Finance Ruslan Suynaliev reported that in 2026, the total volume of republican resources will amount to 694.4 billion soms. He also noted that in 2027, it is planned to be 688.9 billion soms, and in 2028 — 716.8 billion soms. Thus, there is a steady

23.12.2025, 15:26
Residents on the outskirts of Bishkek have achieved an increase in public transport services.
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Residents on the outskirts of Bishkek have achieved an increase in public transport services.

In the Sokuluk district, in the settlements of Chon-Zhar, Kichi Shalta, and Dacha-Raduga, the issue with public transport has finally been resolved. This was announced in a press release from the Ministry of Transport and Communications. Today, December 23, employees of the Chuy-Bishkek regional office of the Department of Ground and Water Transport met with local residents to discuss transportation issues that had previously caused dissatisfaction among citizens.

23.12.2025, 15:25
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The Deputy Head of the Cabinet reported how much funding is allocated in the budget for shelters

At the committee meeting on December 23, Deputy Venera Salyamova raised the issue of the availability of crisis centers for women who have suffered from violence and receive funding from the state budget. Minister of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration Kanat Sagynbaev responded that such centers do not exist, but there are social centers. Salyamova emphasized that in light of the increasing cases of violence, this problem needs to be addressed.

23.12.2025, 15:23
Economy

Pension Increase Announced in Kazakhstan for 2026

According to the statement by Serik Zhumangarin, the Minister of National Economy of Kazakhstan, an increase in pensions and benefits by 10% is planned in the country for 2026. This information was published on the Tengrinews website. For comparison, the increase in 2025 was 8.5%. A total of 636 billion tenge has been allocated in the budget for 2026 for these purposes, Zhumangarin noted.

23.12.2025, 15:20