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The Ministry of Science team bid farewell to Baktyar Orozov
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The Ministry of Science team bid farewell to Baktyar Orozov

The employees of the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic held a farewell ceremony for Baktiyar Orozov, who served as the first minister of the department. According to the ministry, it was emphasized during the event that Baktiyar Orozov led the ministry during a difficult and responsible period of its establishment, ensuring the rapid organization of its work.

18.12.2025, 15:26
Countries of the Eurasian Partnership Will Maintain High Growth Rates. Macroeconomic Forecast of the EDB
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Countries of the Eurasian Partnership Will Maintain High Growth Rates. Macroeconomic Forecast of the EDB

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) presented a forecast for the economic development of partner countries for the next three years, expecting stable and sustainable growth. According to the report, Kyrgyzstan will continue to hold leading positions in key economic indicators. The presentation took place in Almaty. EDB unites seven countries: Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, which are located at the center of the EAEU and CIS. This creates favorable

18.12.2025, 15:22
Kyrgyzstan to Study Hong Kong's Experience in Resolving Legal Disputes
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Kyrgyzstan to Study Hong Kong's Experience in Resolving Legal Disputes

At the 6th UNCITRAL Summit, held in collaboration with the Hong Kong Department of Justice, the Minister of Justice of the Kyrgyz Republic, Ayaz Bayetov, delivered a report on the ongoing reforms. In his speech, he emphasized the importance of digitalization in justice, enhancing the efficiency of judicial processes, and strengthening public trust in the judiciary. Among the initiatives presented were key changes to procedural legislation. These include the implementation of video conferencing

18.12.2025, 15:20
Turkish Airlines is ready to increase the number of flights to Manas Airport
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Turkish Airlines is ready to increase the number of flights to Manas Airport

A meeting took place in Istanbul between Manasbek Samidin, the head of the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan," and Bilal Ekşi, the chairman of the board of Turkish Airlines. The Consul General of Kyrgyzstan in Istanbul, Chyngyz Toktobekov, also participated in the discussion. According to the press service of Turkish Airlines, during the negotiations, the parties discussed the prospects for expanding cooperation between the national airline "Asman Airlines" and Turkish Airlines.

18.12.2025, 15:20
A plaque criticizing Joe Biden, calling him the worst president in U.S. history, has appeared at the White House.
In the world

A plaque criticizing Joe Biden, calling him the worst president in U.S. history, has appeared at the White House.

The text on the plaque states that "Sleepy Joe Biden" is "undoubtedly the worst president in American history." It claims that under his leadership, there have been "unprecedented disasters," and his policies have led the country to be "on the brink of destruction," including record inflation. According to the information received, the portrait of Biden was previously occupied by a photograph of an autopen—a device used for automatically signing

18.12.2025, 15:13
The Ombudsman visited the women's wards of SIZO-1
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The Ombudsman visited the women's wards of SIZO-1

During her visit, the ombudsman conducted a monitoring of the conditions of detention and the rights of women under investigation. She inspected all 19 cells of the women's block and held conversations with each of the inmates.

18.12.2025, 15:04
Local news / Cultural news

In Bishkek, the "Volunteer Games - 2025" will take place. Program

On December 20, the "Volunteer Games - 2025" will take place at the "Vostok-5" Sports and Recreation Complex in Bishkek. This event is organized by the Public Association "Youth Movement of Kyrgyzstan" with the support of the Ministry of Culture. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the event will feature team competitions aimed at strengthening ties between volunteer and youth organizations, developing a culture of volunteering, and promoting

18.12.2025, 14:59
Local news / Exclusive

Safe New Year: Fireworks Trade is Being Inspected in the Manas District

In the Manas district, an inspection of stores selling pyrotechnic products took place ahead of the New Year holidays, according to information provided by the press service of the Talas region's Internal Affairs Department. According to the received data, as part of the directives from the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Talas region's Internal Affairs Department, employees of the Manas District Police Department, in cooperation with representatives of the

18.12.2025, 14:56
Local news / Cultural news

The competition "Exemplary Elder" took place in Bishkek

At the "Aqniet" educational center, which helps children in difficult life situations, a competition called "Ulguluu Aksakal" took place. This event is aimed at fostering respect for traditions and the older generation among the students. The information was provided by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office. Employees of the center participated in the competition, presenting their autobiographies and sharing their life and professional experiences,

18.12.2025, 14:53
The General Plan for Bishkek until 2050 includes an increase in green areas to 3,400 hectares.
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The General Plan for Bishkek until 2050 includes an increase in green areas to 3,400 hectares.

The General Plan for the development of Bishkek, which is to be implemented by 2050, includes a significant expansion of green areas. In particular, the area of parks, squares, and boulevards will increase by 2,950 hectares, allowing the total area of green spaces to reach 3,400 hectares. This is necessary to meet regulatory requirements for the provision of green zones for the population. This information was provided by Aziret Akimov, the first deputy head of the Bishkek Main Department of

18.12.2025, 14:49
News / Education news

The event "Model of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization" will take place in Bishkek.

On December 21, 2025, in Bishkek, at the building of KNU, a youth educational event called "Model of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)" will take place. The event is organized by the public association "Youth Movement of Kyrgyzstan" with the support of the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy. The SCO Model serves as an educational platform that simulates the work of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. Participants representing SCO member states

18.12.2025, 14:44
In the world

Warner Bros. Discovery has abandoned the sale of the Paramount holding for $108.4 billion

Warner Bros. Discovery has rejected the acquisition of the Paramount holding for $108.4 billion, offering $30 per share, as reported by Forbes. In a letter to shareholders, the WBD board of directors labeled the deal as too risky. Moreover, Paramount has been accused of spreading misinformation — the company claimed that the deal was backed by the financial resources of its CEO David Ellison's family, but “this is not true.” The board strongly recommended that shareholders not sell their

18.12.2025, 14:43
In Kyrgyzstan, the introduction of electronic educational materials in schools is being considered
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In Kyrgyzstan, the introduction of electronic educational materials in schools is being considered

The transition of schools in Kyrgyzstan to a digital format is a challenging task that requires significant efforts both technically and psychologically. It is also necessary to retrain teachers to work with new materials, which requires careful management. Nevertheless, in the future, Kyrgyzstan will have to adapt to global trends in education, considering that in countries like Japan and many European states, electronic textbooks have been actively used for a long time. At a seminar

18.12.2025, 14:34
In the Issyk-Kul Region, 6 trade and logistics centers will be opened
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In the Issyk-Kul Region, 6 trade and logistics centers will be opened

According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, the opening of TLCs and processing enterprises will take into account the climatic and geographical conditions of the region. This will help preserve agricultural products, minimize losses, and increase the volume of processing. The enterprises will be engaged in the processing of wheat, vegetables, fruits, milk, meat, wool, as well as the production of oil and feed. The planned distribution by districts is as follows:

18.12.2025, 14:32
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"Be a Little More Careful, Please". Elvira Surabaldiyeva and Burun Amanova Argued at the ЖК Meeting

During the discussion, Deputy Burun Amanova reacted to the words of Elvira Surabaldiyeva regarding the elections of the deputy chairpersons of the committees of the Jogorku Kenesh. Surabaldiyeva previously noted that there are disputes in the corridors of parliament and that deputies are dividing into "aka-uka" (a term in Kyrgyz that denotes division based on regional or clan affiliations).

18.12.2025, 14:29
Local news

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan Warns About a Fraudulent Scheme in the Telegram Messenger

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has reported the existence of a fraudulent scheme that is actively operating in the messaging app Telegram. The scammers use bots such as “Guldari | State Assistance” (@Guldari_kredit_bot) and “Guldari | Social Credit” (@credit_guldari_bot) to deceitfully persuade citizens to apply for loans. The fraudsters employ various tricks and present fake documents with the logo of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic to enhance their credibility.

18.12.2025, 14:28
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Life in the Regions: Where There Are No Roads, But Light Is Needed: The Story of the Power Engineer from Ak-Suu, Zhanish Asanov

Electricity has become an integral part of our daily lives, and specialists work around the clock and in any weather conditions to ensure its uninterrupted supply. One such professional is dispatcher Zhanish Asanov, who has dedicated 24 years of his life to the Ak-Suu District Electric Networks Enterprise. Zhanish Asanov was born on August 10, 1967, in the village of Kerege-Tash, located in the Ak-Suu District. After graduating from the Alysbaev rural school in 1984, he chose a career in energy

18.12.2025, 14:26
Local news / Cultural news

In Bishkek, an exhibition of paintings by convicts titled "The Pen of Hope" was held.

On December 18, a cultural event titled "The Brush of Hope" took place at the Semen Chuykov Art Gallery, featuring artworks created by inmates in the institutions of the State Penitentiary Service. This information was provided by the press service of the SPS. This event was the first of its kind in the history of the penal system. Representatives of public organizations, bloggers, and residents of Bishkek gathered for it. The exhibition attracted the attention of viewers, becoming a

18.12.2025, 14:25
Economy

Projects from Kyrgyzstan worth $300 million are under consideration by the EDB.

As of December 18, the total volume of the Eurasian Development Bank's project portfolio in Kyrgyzstan amounts to $445 million, as reported by the bank's Deputy Chairman Ruslan Dalenov. He added that currently, projects worth an additional $300 million are under consideration, and $5.1 million has been allocated from the technical assistance fund.

18.12.2025, 14:24
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Lawyer: Land expropriation will be conducted at market value, not at cadastral value

- The assessment of land plots during their expropriation will be based on market value, not on the cadastral value. This was stated by lawyer Vladimir Pluzhnik during a radio broadcast, commenting on the draft resolution being discussed by the Cabinet of Ministers. “Some misunderstood the information and spread on social networks that payments would be made based on the minimum cadastral value. In fact, the cadastral value, in my opinion, will be used as a basis for tax calculations,” Pluzhnik

18.12.2025, 14:23
Local news / Exclusive

Overturned "KamAZ" and broken cars: Additional road equipment will be deployed to the Kyzart Pass

Due to adverse weather conditions in the Jumgal district, road services, including Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 24 and OsOO "Chayno Realvi," have begun snow removal and road salting operations using a motor grader on the section of the North-South highway from 100 to 159 km. According to the press service of the Jumgal District State Administration, the Kyzart Pass is currently accessible for travel. Snow salting and removal work continues on the section of the North-South road

18.12.2025, 14:22
Local news / Exclusive

Folk Legends: The First Three Families Who Settled in the Village of Krasnaya Rechka, and the Kepa House Built in 1907

The village of Krasnaya Rechka, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, was founded in 1907 during the Stolypin agrarian reform and resettlement policy. It was in this year that the first three families arrived here. As explained to Turmush correspondent Nurmanbet Nurai Kankoeva, the acting head of Library No. 3, the heads of these families were Yeremenko, Saulin, and Tarabasov. In 1907, the construction of kepes (traditional houses) began in Krasnaya Rechka, which were thatched

18.12.2025, 14:15
Twins Were Born in Kyzyl-Kiya. The Plenipotentiary Representative of the Region Visited the Renovated Maternity Hospital
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Twins Were Born in Kyzyl-Kiya. The Plenipotentiary Representative of the Region Visited the Renovated Maternity Hospital

The Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Batken Region, Aibek Shamenov, visited the renovated maternity hospital in Kyzyl-Kiya. According to information provided by the representative office, the major renovation of the building was carried out at the expense of the republican budget. Currently, the maternity hospital, designed for 70 beds, is equipped with everything necessary for the health of mothers and newborns.

18.12.2025, 14:11
Aeon: How the Conquest of Foreign Territories Came to Be Considered Unacceptable
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Aeon: How the Conquest of Foreign Territories Came to Be Considered Unacceptable

Author: Kerry Goettlich In the modern world, where consensus on many issues is becoming increasingly rare, there is one indisputable assertion. Almost all countries, in one way or another, recognize the importance of respecting the "sovereignty and territorial integrity" of other states as a fundamental principle of international relations. According to the UN Charter, which was ratified in 1945, states are obligated to refrain from "the threat or use of force against the

18.12.2025, 14:09
Local news

Residents near the "Aziz" market ask the city hall to address the situation at the market and its surroundings.

Residents of the streets neighboring the "Aziz" market contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center. A serious fire previously occurred at this site. Local residents expressed concern about the situation surrounding the market located at the intersection of Mahatma Gandhi and Vasiliev streets, and urged official authorities to pay attention to the existing problems.

18.12.2025, 14:06
The American agency Bloomberg published an article about the economy of Kyrgyzstan.
Economy

The American agency Bloomberg published an article about the economy of Kyrgyzstan.

Melis Turgunbaev, head of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, gave an extensive interview to the American agency Bloomberg, sharing optimistic forecasts regarding the country's economic growth. According to him, in 2025, Kyrgyzstan's economy could grow by more than 10%, which will be a result of stable GDP growth of at least 9% per year over the past three years. This was reported by Bloomberg. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that the growth rate of Kyrgyzstan's

18.12.2025, 14:06
The Ministry of Nature will build a modern administrative building in Talas.
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The Ministry of Nature will build a modern administrative building in Talas.

The ceremony for laying the capsule for a new administrative building took place in Talas, which will serve the employees of the Talas regional office of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision. High-ranking officials participated in this event, including the First Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision Bolot Dzhusupbekov and the First Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Talas Region Maksat Baizhigitov,

18.12.2025, 14:00
Orozbaev: Without price regulation on oil and sugar, the population would have lost 1.2 billion soms
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Orozbaev: Without price regulation on oil and sugar, the population would have lost 1.2 billion soms

Jeenaly Orozbaev, head of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, stated in a podcast by the agency "Kabar" that if price regulation on sugar and vegetable oil had not been introduced in 2021, the population would have incurred losses of about 1.2 billion soms. Orozbaev noted that thanks to temporary measures that lasted for 90 days, it was possible to stabilize the situation in the market.

18.12.2025, 13:54
Sports

An Official International FIDE Chess Coaching Seminar Will Be Held in Bishkek

From January 5 to 8, 2026, an international FIDE Trainer Seminar (Official FIDE Trainer Seminar) will be held in Bishkek. This will be the first such event in Kyrgyzstan for a long time and will be part of the educational project "Move of the Future". The goal of the seminar is to enhance the qualifications of coaches working with children and young chess players, as well as to implement FIDE international standards in chess education in the country.

18.12.2025, 13:41
Economy

SFS: "The Taxpayer's Cabinet" is used by 1 million 521.6 thousand people

As of December 16, 2025, the Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that 1 million 521.6 thousand people are connected to the electronic service "Taxpayer's Cabinet," among which 98 thousand 507 are legal entities, and 1 million 423 thousand 152 are individuals. Since the beginning of 2025, the number of users has increased by 180 thousand 405.

18.12.2025, 13:40
Local news

The doctor explained why young people are developing hernias

On the air of "Birinchi Radio," orthopedic vertebrologist Abai Niyazbekov spoke about the negative impact of technology on neck health. According to him, while previously such complaints were more common among elderly people, now an increasing number of young patients are coming in with neck pain. This, in the specialist's opinion, is related to excessive dependence on gadgets. Incorrect posture, such as a forward-leaning head while working at a computer, creates additional

18.12.2025, 13:39
What medical services are free in the Kyrgyz Republic for injuries and fractures - FOMS
Health / Exclusive

What medical services are free in the Kyrgyz Republic for injuries and fractures - FOMS

With the onset of winter, there is an increase in the number of citizens in Kyrgyzstan seeking medical assistance for various injuries and fractures. In response, the Mandatory Health Insurance Fund clarifies whether payment is required for procedures such as X-rays and casting. The Fund reminds that emergency and urgent medical care is provided to all citizens without exception, regardless of the presence of a mandatory health insurance policy.

18.12.2025, 13:36