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Local news / Exclusive

On the site of the demolished central market in the city of Osh, it was proposed to retain a number of facilities.

Deputy Kutmanaly Abdurakhman uulu from the "Muras" faction expressed an initiative to preserve ethnic elements at the site of the old central market in Osh, including sellers of "beshik" and blacksmiths. During the session on December 23, he raised a question about the future of this place. "I propose to organize an ethnic market. Let those who sell 'beshik', make horseshoes, and work with metal stay here. This will be beneficial for a city with a history of

23.12.2025, 14:09
In the world

In Russia, a scheme to legalize 2,000 migrants has been uncovered

According to information provided by RBC citing law enforcement agencies, a group since 2024 has been assisting citizens from countries in the Asia-Pacific region and the Middle East in illegal entry and stay in Russia. Participants in the criminal scheme provided distorted information to migration services about the purposes of foreigners' visits and unlawfully arranged work invitations for them as highly qualified specialists. As a result of their actions, it is estimated that they

23.12.2025, 14:08
Exclusive

In Toktogul, citizens stranded in winter pastures due to snowfall were rescued

According to a statement from the press service of the presidential representative office in the Jalal-Abad region of Kyrgyzstan, 50 horsemen were dispatched to Toktogul to evacuate citizens who found themselves in winter pastures due to heavy snowfall. As reported by the agency, at the direction of the presidential representative office and the chairman of the regional civil defense commission Tilek Tekebaev, a meeting of the civil defense commission was held under the leadership of Abdilet

23.12.2025, 14:03
One-way traffic is being introduced on the sections of Kyivskaya and Toktogula streets in Bishkek.
Local news / Exclusive

One-way traffic is being introduced on the sections of Kyivskaya and Toktogula streets in Bishkek.

In connection with the recent opening of Chuy Avenue, in the coming days, one-way traffic will be introduced on sections of Kyivskaya and Toktogul streets, from Ibraimov Street to Erkindik Boulevard. This information is provided by representatives of the Bishkek City Hall. To implement these changes, the municipal enterprise "Bishkekasfaltservice" will take care of installing the necessary road signs.

23.12.2025, 13:56
In Kyrgyzstan, plans are in place to significantly increase pensions
Economy / Exclusive

In Kyrgyzstan, plans are in place to significantly increase pensions

In Kyrgyzstan, pensions are increased annually starting from October 1, and they cannot be lower than the established minimum subsistence level. Currently, this minimum is set at 7,100 soms. This statement was made by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, during a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh. Kasymaliev also reported that next year, efforts will be actively made to address the increase in the income part of the Social Fund, which will allow for

23.12.2025, 13:55
Sports

A new president has been elected in the Tennis Federation of Kyrgyzstan

On December 23, elections for a new president took place at the Tennis Federation of Kyrgyzstan. All voting members of the federation unanimously supported the candidacy of Nelly Buyuklyanova, who is the director of the T-club sports complex and president of the Inclusive Tennis Federation. Nelly Buyuklyanova thanked the leadership of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic, especially Kazbek Iliaskarovich, for the trust and support shown. "It is a great

23.12.2025, 13:50
Health

The deputy requests an MRI machine for the At-Bashinsky district

Deputy Kubanychbek Samakov, representing district No. 30, appealed to the new Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov to pay attention to the problems of remote and mountainous regions of the country. He made this appeal on December 23 during a meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to constitutional legislation. According to him, there is a shortage of MRI machines in the At-Bashinsky district, where about 50,000 people live. Dosmambetov noted: “It is necessary to improve the

23.12.2025, 13:50
Economy

A leather processing plant is being built in the Issyk-Ata district.

The construction of a leather processing plant has begun in the Issyk-Ata district, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Management, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to Minister Bakyt Torobaev, "100 hectares of land, which previously belonged to private individuals and were unused, have been transferred to state ownership and allocated to the state enterprise 'Agroholding'." This project is being implemented under the instruction of the

23.12.2025, 13:48
Kasymaaliyev: Significant Changes Expected in Kyrgyzstan Over the Next 5 Years
Exclusive

Kasymaaliyev: Significant Changes Expected in Kyrgyzstan Over the Next 5 Years

During a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh dedicated to the first reading of the draft law on the republican budget for 2026 and the planned period of 2027-2028, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev announced the key financial indicators. It is expected that the budget revenues in 2026 will amount to 551.2 billion soms, while expenditures are estimated at 550.7 billion soms, resulting in a surplus of 400 million soms. As noted by Kasymaliev, the largest portion of expenditures

23.12.2025, 13:48
Exclusive

Deputy: In Chatkal, neither people nor livestock can drink water due to extraction; gentle technologies are needed.

- On December 23, 2025, a joint meeting of six committees took place in the Jogorku Kenesh, where deputy Aysarkan Abdibaeva emphasized the environmental consequences of mineral extraction in the Chatkal district of the Jalal-Abad region. She expressed bewilderment over the lack of safer mining methods and reported that the local population and livestock cannot use water due to its contamination.

23.12.2025, 13:47
Local news / Exclusive

Increased Control Over Trucks Transporting Beet Pulp on the Karabalta-Chaldybar Highway

In the Chuy region, on the highway Kara-Balta—Chaldybar, there is an increase in control over vehicles transporting beet pulp — the waste from sugar beet processing, reports Turmush correspondent. The sugar factory located in the city of Kain dy produces pulp, which is then loaded onto a large number of trucks and sent for sale as animal feed. However, during transportation, the pulp often spills onto the road, leading to the formation of an icy crust and causing dissatisfaction among drivers

23.12.2025, 13:42
A leather factory will be built in the Ysyk-Ata district.
Local news / Exclusive

A leather factory will be built in the Ysyk-Ata district.

A new leather processing plant is planned to be built in the Issyk-Ata district. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, announced this in a live broadcast on Birinchi Radio. The minister reported that a 100-hectare plot of land, previously privately owned and unused, has been transferred to state ownership and allocated to the "Agroholding." This project is being implemented under the directive of the President

23.12.2025, 13:41
Local news

The Housing Committee approved the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health

Today, December 23, the Committee on Constitutional Legislation, Local Self-Government, and Regulations of the Jogorku Kenesh gave a positive conclusion on the candidacy of Kanybek Dosmambetov for the position of Minister of Health. During the meeting, Deputy Gulnara Akimbaeva asked Dosmambetov questions regarding the fight against corruption. Deputy Venera Salyamova emphasized the need for effective personnel policies in healthcare. Kubanychbek Samakov raised the issue of the need for medical

23.12.2025, 13:38
News / Education news

"In 2026, Attention Will Be Given to Emergency Schools, - Cabinet"

In 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers will focus efforts on emergency schools, as reported by Chairman Adylbek Kasymaliev during a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh. Deputy Ulanbek Zhaanbaev (district No. 4) noted that one of the schools in the rural municipality of Gulistan is in an emergency state and has been forced to close.

23.12.2025, 13:37
Five People Killed in Crash of Mexican Navy Aircraft
Incidents

Five People Killed in Crash of Mexican Navy Aircraft

As a result of the tragic crash of a Mexican Navy plane in the American state of Texas, five people died. Two people survived, and the fate of one remains unclear. This information was reported by RIA Novosti, citing information from the country's Ministry of the Navy. The King Air aircraft with tail number ANX-1209 crashed while approaching to land near Galveston. According to available data, the aircraft was on a humanitarian mission related to medical support as part of the Marina

23.12.2025, 13:34
For the first time, the Kyrgyz seed industry enters the global market – Ministry of Agriculture
Local news / Exclusive

For the first time, the Kyrgyz seed industry enters the global market – Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan has reported significant achievements in the fields of seed production, livestock breeding, nurseries, and veterinary medicine. According to the ministry's data, there are 86 seed production farms operating in the country. Over the past 11 months, 4,485 tons of high-quality wheat seeds have been harvested, and the number of farmers receiving seeds has increased by 14% compared to 2024, reaching 2,782.

23.12.2025, 13:32
Economy

A water supply system costing 75.3 million soms will be built in the village of Sary-Mogol

In the village of Sary-Mogol, located in the Osh region, a project for the construction of a water supply system will be implemented. This was reported on the state procurement website, where the Department of Capital Construction for Drinking Water Supply Facilities announced a tender. According to the terms, the total contract value will amount to 75.3 million soms. The water supply system will be built in the Pamir-Alai rural district of the Alay region.

23.12.2025, 13:30
From India to Dubai. Kyrgyzstan Expands the Geography of Bean Exports
Economy / Exclusive

From India to Dubai. Kyrgyzstan Expands the Geography of Bean Exports

Beans produced in Talas are starting to conquer the Dubai market. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, shared this news on the air of Birinchi Radio. He noted that in the autumn season, when bean prices significantly drop, the government allocated 100 million soms to support local farmers. As part of this initiative, 1,000 tons of beans were purchased at a price of 95 soms per kilogram.

23.12.2025, 13:26
Kyrgyzstan is negotiating the export of beans to the Dubai market
Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan is negotiating the export of beans to the Dubai market

According to Bakyt Torobaev, in the fall, farmers particularly need funds to prepare their children for the school year, which makes state support especially relevant. The minister also added that an increase in bean prices is expected in January and February. Currently, active negotiations are underway for the export of products to countries such as India, Iran, Russia, and Turkey, and possibilities for supplies to the Dubai market are also being discussed.

23.12.2025, 13:24
Exclusive

In Karakol, they plan to create a historical quarter with unique buildings

In Karakol, the creation of a historical quarter on Jamansariyev Street is planned. The city's mayor, Kanibek Adiev, announced this in his report to local residents following the past year. This street is home to a local history museum, as well as the building that houses the Issyk-Kul regional statistics office. Due to the transformations, the office will be relocated to another place, and this historical building, which is over 120 years old, will become part of the new quarter.

23.12.2025, 13:24
Exclusive

Residents of three villages asked the president to address the transportation issue. The authorities responded.

The call center received a request from residents of the mentioned villages. They reported that with the onset of cold weather, the situation with public transport has significantly worsened. While previously the minivans operated intermittently, now they are virtually absent. "It is difficult for children to get to school; the distance of 4 km is hard to cover, and people are late for work," local residents shared.

23.12.2025, 13:21
Health

The FOMS budget for 2026 is proposed to be approved at 10 billion 737 million soms.

At the meeting of the committee on labor, health, women's affairs, and social issues, Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov reported that the budget of the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund for 2025 amounted to 10 billion 340 million soms. This is 2 billion 12 million soms more than was previously planned. He noted that the initial budget of the MHI Fund for 2025 was set at 8 billion 327 million soms.

23.12.2025, 13:16
Health

"The loss will be small," - Acting Minister of Health on staff who want to resign

During the meeting of the Committee on Constitutional Legislation of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, Deputy Venera Salyamova asked Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov about the potential threat of losing personnel in the fight against corruption in the Ministry of Health. During the discussion of Dosmambetov's candidacy for the ministerial position, he reported on the current staffing situation: out of 88,000 planned positions in the ministry, only 65,000 are currently filled,

23.12.2025, 13:11
Shukur Azhy Ismailov Appointed Deputy Mufti of Kyrgyzstan
Local news

Shukur Azhy Ismailov Appointed Deputy Mufti of Kyrgyzstan

Shukur Azhy Ismailov has been appointed Deputy Mufti of Kyrgyzstan according to a decree signed by Abdulaziz Kary Zakirov, the head of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK). Hailing from Chon-Ala, Shukur Azhy Ismailov holds both secular and religious higher education. He specializes in jurisprudence, Islamic law, and Arabic philology, has a PhD in legal sciences, and is also a candidate of historical sciences.

23.12.2025, 13:11
Local news

Access to the Bishkek City Hall territory restricted for residents

At the session of the capital city council, deputy Kazybek Ergeshov announced the introduction of restrictions for city residents using private transport regarding entry to the Bishkek mayor's office on Tuesdays and Thursdays. He noted that this decision creates additional difficulties for accessing the municipality, which has led to numerous complaints from the capital's residents.

23.12.2025, 13:06
Gold and silver prices have reached an all-time high
Economy / Exclusive

Gold and silver prices have reached an all-time high

According to Investing, the market price of gold has surpassed $4500 per troy ounce for the first time in history. The precious metal reached a record value of $4530.3, and at the time of writing, its price was $4514.25 per ounce, which is 1% higher compared to the previous day. Silver is also showing an increase, rising nearly two percent and exceeding $70 per ounce for the first time in history. A sharp rise in platinum prices is also observed.

23.12.2025, 13:05
Local news

"Attempted to walk, but that’s not an option either." Complaints about the lack of public transportation

According to information received at the Call Center Kaktus.media, residents of various districts in Bishkek are expressing dissatisfaction with the lack of necessary routes, infrequent bus services, and frequent changes in traffic schemes. They say this leads to long waits for transportation and the need to transfer. ***- Residents of the "Dostuk" microdistrict in the Pervomaisky district are inquiring when public transport will be restored. Previously, minibus No. 240 passed through

23.12.2025, 13:05
News / Education news

A new school needs to be built in Orok due to population growth, - deputy

Deputy Zhanibek Abirov, at a joint meeting of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, reported the need for a new school to be built in the village of Orok. According to him, there is only one school operating in the village, which is insufficient. Moreover, the building does not meet seismic requirements, necessitating an expert assessment. "We are working with the mayor's office, but they claim there is no land available for new construction. As a result, children have

23.12.2025, 12:56