In Kazakhstan, penalties for attacks on medical workers and ambulance drivers will be tightened

In Kazakhstan, the deputies of the Mazhilis approved amendments to the Criminal Code in the second reading, aimed at ensuring the protection of medical workers. In particular, a new article 380-3 was introduced, which strengthens penalties for attacks on doctors, paramedics, and ambulance drivers. This was reported on the Tengrinews website. After discussions in the Mazhilis, the bill was sent to the Senate. Deputy Askat Aimagambetov noted that the new version clearly distinguishes between the

The Ombudsman Institute conducted monitoring at Pretrial Detention Center No. 1 in Bishkek

The Ombudsman Jamiliya Dzhamanbaeva conducted an inspection at institution No. 21 (SIZO-1), located in Bishkek, to assess the conditions of detention and the observance of the rights of individuals under investigation. According to information from the institute's press service, Dzhamanbaeva inspected all the cells in the women's section and checked the quality of food for the inmates, as well as held conversations with each of the 129 women detained in SIZO-1.

The Media Action Platform of Kyrgyzstan Expressed Concern Over the Case of Aibek Tenizbayev

A letter has been sent to President Sadyr Japarov

The Jogorku Kenesh has all the necessary powers, - Speaker Turgunbek uulu

At the meeting on December 17, the newly elected Speaker of Parliament Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu confirmed that the Jogorku Kenesh has all the necessary powers. Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu expressed gratitude to his colleagues for their trust and for electing him as Speaker during the first meeting of the new convocation. In his address, he emphasized that he will strive to strengthen the role of parliament and its development in the country. The Speaker added that the legislative body should

"Military Lyceum Graduate with Low ORT Score Had Results Falsified to Enroll in University, - GKNB"

A corruption scheme has been uncovered in the Ministry of Defense, as reported by the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). During the investigation, based on Articles 343 Part 1 ("Extortion of a Bribe") and 346 Part 1 ("Official Forgery") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, it was revealed that a graduate of the D. Asanov Kyrgyz National Military Lyceum, Z.A.E., scored 108 points on the Unified National Test (ORT), which does not allow

Speeding, drunk driving, violation of overtaking rules, and crossing into oncoming traffic remain the main causes of traffic accidents, - Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety

On December 17, the head of the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety, Azamat Kozukeev, held an online meeting with the leaders of various departments and divisions of the agency. This was reported by the press service of the GUBDD. The agenda included issues related to the prevention of road traffic accidents in the country and the enhancement of the culture of behavior among drivers and pedestrians. This meeting was part of the campaign "Compliance with Traffic Rules is a Guarantee of

Sadyr Japarov Introduced Changes to the Work of Civil Servants

The signed decree changes the rules for the work of civil servants The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has approved a new decree that introduces changes to the activities of civil servants. This information was published by the presidential administration.

The President urged parliamentarians not to bargain with the Cabinet.

Sadyr Japarov spoke at the first session of the new VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh During his speech, the president urged elected officials to avoid deals with the government when it comes to reviewing reports from the cabinet of ministers or adopting the state budget.

Price tags show 680 soms, but they are actually selling for up to 800 soms — inspectors arrived at the market in Tokmok.

In Tokmok, according to information from local residents, meat is being sold at a price of 680 soms, however, the actual cost reaches 800 soms. On November 17, 2025, events aimed at preventing unjustified price increases for essential food products, including meat, were held at the central market of Tokmok, with the participation of individual entrepreneurs.

The deputies elected the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh

The election of the speaker of the parliament is taking place in the Jogorku Kenesh. As reported by representatives of the parliamentary groups "Ata-Zhurt," "Ala-Too," "Mekenchil," "Eldik," and "Adilet Kyrgyzstan," Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu has become their candidate for this position.

Kazakhstan's Freedom Bank to Establish a Subsidiary in Kyrgyzstan

The establishment of a subsidiary bank in Kyrgyzstan requires obtaining permits from the ARRF, and to commence banking activities, a license from the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic must be obtained. Currently, Freedom already has business operations in Kyrgyzstan: its subsidiaries provide brokerage services (Freedom Broker), conduct payments (Freedom Pay Kyrgyzstan), and are involved in ticket sales (Ticketon Events KG).

The Media Action Platform issued a statement regarding the detention of Aibek Tenizbay.

The Media Action Platform of Kyrgyzstan expresses deep concern regarding the detention of Aibek Tenizbay, who has been charged under part 2 of Article 330 of the Criminal Code of Kyrgyzstan, concerning incitement of interethnic hostility committed by a group of individuals. Publications on social media should not be a secret of the investigationThe Platform believes that publications on social media cannot be considered a secret of the investigation. "The State Committee for National

The Chinese Foreign Ministry opposed the EU's use of frozen Russian assets

Illustrative photo During the briefing, Guo Jiakun emphasized that China consistently opposes unilateral sanctions that contradict international law and have not received approval from the UN Security Council. He also noted that the potential use of frozen Russian assets could negatively impact China's trust in the investment climate in EU countries. Guo Jiakun added that Beijing insists on the necessity of creating a constructive atmosphere for dialogue and negotiations, involving all

The State National Security Committee revealed a corruption scheme in the admission to a military university.

According to information from the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, as a result of the investigation of criminal case No. 03-800-2025-0000661, initiated on December 11, 2025, facts of bribery and abuse of office by several officials of the Ministry of Defense were uncovered.

Sadyr Japarov spoke at the first meeting of the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII convocation. What did the president talk about?

Today, December 17, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, addressed the deputies of the new VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh at their first meeting. Members of the government of Kyrgyzstan were also present at the meeting. The first to speak was Tynchtyk Shainazarov, the chairman of the Central Election Commission, who presented the election results. After that, the newly elected deputies took the oath.

In 2025, revenue from visas and the Unified Permit for foreign citizens amounted to over 5 billion soms, - Ministry of Foreign Affairs

In 2025, revenues from all types of electronic visas and the Unified Permit reached 5,060,167,948 soms. This was reported on December 17 at a briefing on the issuance of resident cards for foreign citizens by the director of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Seitek Jumakadir uulu. According to Jumakadir uulu, 326,158 electronic visas were issued in the first 11 months of 2025. Additionally, this year, 48,439 foreign citizens received the Unified Permit through the

The "Eldik" Deputy Group has been Formed. Names of 18 Deputies

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 17, a parliamentary group called "Eldik" was established, which includes 18 members of parliament. The group is led by deputy Akylbek Tumonbaev.

The "Ala-Too" Deputy Group Has Been Formed. Names of 15 Deputies

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 17, a parliamentary group called "Ala-Too" was officially established, consisting of 15 deputies. Deputy Janar Akayev was elected as the chairman of this group. Here is the list of group members:

Tax Benefits and Job Coaching. How to Make Work Truly Accessible for Everyone

The round table "Implementation of Labor Rights for People with Disabilities" took place in Bishkek, where participants discussed the existing barriers to employment for people with disabilities in Kyrgyzstan and ways to overcome them. Alexandra Solovyova, the UNDP Resident Representative in the country, emphasized in her opening speech that work for millions of people is not only a source of income but also a key to independence and active participation in society. Statistical DataAt

The EEC studied projects for the establishment of industrial production in the EAEU countries and Uzbekistan.

- During the meeting of the EEC board, an overview of industrial production projects being implemented in the EAEU countries and Uzbekistan was presented. This document serves as a practical tool that contains data on industrial initiatives and investment volumes in key sectors such as aviation, automotive, shipbuilding, agriculture, railway and energy engineering, as well as radio electronics and others.

In Batken, the national flag was raised on a new 35-meter flagpole

Today in Batken, a solemn ceremony was held for raising the national flag. This event was announced at the regional representative office. Officials present at the event included the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in Batken region, Aibek Shamenov, the mayor of the city, Seytek Kulubaev, as well as heads of local agencies and residents of the city.

The President signed a decree "On Measures to Complete the Work on Securing Citizens' Property Rights to Land Amnesty Objects"

President Sadyr Japarov has signed a new decree on measures aimed at completing the process of securing citizens' rights to properties related to land amnesty. According to the press service of the Presidential Administration, this decree aims to implement a unified state policy in the field of land resource management and to organize land relations, as well as to complete the work on securing citizens' property rights to the properties covered by the land amnesty.

In Kyrgyzstan, 10 fires were registered in a day

Activists call for an independent examination of Aibek Tenizbay's publications

A group of activists from the Media Action Platform of Kyrgyzstan has appealed to the country's authorities regarding the criminal case against Aibek Tenizbay, a civil activist who has been detained on charges of inciting interethnic hatred. Tenizbay is accused under Article 330 (Part 2) of the Criminal Code of Kyrgyzstan, which pertains to inciting national, racial, religious, or interregional hatred committed by a group of individuals. The activists express deep concern over his

The head of the White House staff stated that her sharp comments about Musk and Vance were taken out of context.

Suzie Wiles, in her statement, claims that Vanity Fair ignored important contexts, creating a distorted and negative image of the Trump administration. In response to the publication, Trump supported Wiles, noting that she is an outstanding worker.

Industrial production in the Kyrgyz Republic grew by 10% over 11 months, reaching 686 billion soms

- According to the data from the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, from January to November 2025, the gross output produced by industrial enterprises amounted to 686 billion soms. Compared to the same 11 months of 2024, the volume of industrial production increased by 10% (in January–November 2024, the growth was at 4.6%).

Sadyr Japarov addressed the deputies of the new convocation. Full text of the speech

At the first meeting of the new composition of the Jogorku Kenesh, held today, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, addressed the deputies. Members of the government of the Kyrgyz Republic also participated in this meeting.

NYT: The EU and US Plan Envisions Strengthening the Armed Forces of Ukraine and Deploying European Troops on Ukrainian Territory

Illustrative photo According to the publication, the proposed plan includes not only an increase in the Armed Forces of Ukraine but also the deployment of European troops on its territory, as well as a more active use of intelligence information from the US. Sources from the NYT report that these documents could form the basis for a future ceasefire agreement. According to the newspaper, these measures are aimed at convincing Ukraine to make territorial compromises with Russia and to abandon

The President proposed to consider the issue of mandatory participation in elections due to low turnout.

At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh today, President Sadyr Japarov highlighted significant problems during the parliamentary elections. He emphasized the low voter turnout, despite measures taken to ensure the openness and transparency of the voting process, including electronic systems and the possibility of remote participation. Although there are 200,000 more registered voters in the current elections compared to the previous ones, voter activity still remained below the expected level—less

Amendments Made to Certain Decrees of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic

The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, has signed a new decree concerning amendments to a number of existing decrees. The main goal of these changes is to improve the functioning of the presidential administration, which is carried out in accordance with Articles 70 and 71 of the country's Constitution.

Artist Chingiz Aydarov has passed away in Bishkek

Photo from the internet Chingiz Aydarov, a prominent representative of contemporary art in Kyrgyzstan, passed away in Bishkek at the age of 41. The artist's family announced this through his social media pages. According to their information, the funeral will be held today.

Rector of the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University Participates in the Gumi Educational Forum in Korea

Professor Abdilbait Mamasidikov, who holds the position of rector at the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University, is attending the III Gumi Educational Forum in the Republic of Korea. This event is organized by Kyung Hee University in collaboration with the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization (SEAMEO) and serves as a significant international platform for promoting leadership qualities in the field of digital education.

In Russia, a group was convicted for fake certificates of Russian language proficiency held by migrants

A trial took place in Moscow against a criminal group that was involved in issuing fake certificates of Russian language proficiency to migrants, as reported by the Investigative Committee of Russia through its Telegram channel. Members of the criminal organization, including an employee of the Pushkin Institute, were found guilty and sentenced to imprisonment for a term of two to three years in a general regime colony.

Snow avalanches may occur on the Karakol-Enilchek road

Specialists warn of the possibility of snow avalanches on the Karakol—Enilchek highway in the Issyk-Kul region and urge caution. In particular, an avalanche hazard is expected at the pass leading to the village of Enilchek. Traffic police inspectors strongly recommend that drivers and local residents exercise caution.

Trump announced a blockade of sanctioned oil tankers from Venezuela

Trump claims that Caracas uses funds from oil sales to finance drug trafficking and other illegal activities. He also promised to increase the U.S. military presence until Venezuela agrees to concessions. In his post on the social media platform Truth Social, the president stated that Venezuela is "surrounded by the largest armada ever assembled in South America." In response to these actions, the Venezuelan government issued a statement accusing Trump of violating international law

"Dirty Ones Go to Kindergarten". In snow and rain, the road is a mash of mud

A local resident contacted the Kaktus.media Call Center, complaining about the poor condition of the road on Karagaysky Lane. Every day, she takes her child to kindergarten No. 41, and the journey through this lane has become a real challenge. “Every morning when we go to kindergarten, our shoes and clothes get covered in dirt. If the child asks to be picked up, I get dirty too. We arrive at kindergarten all muddy, and we carry this dirt with us. When will this road finally be repaired?” she

Ulan Primov has headed the temporary unified committee of the Jogorku Kenesh.

During the first meeting of the new VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh, the deputies elected Ulan Primov as the chairman of the temporary unified committee. Out of 87 registered deputies, 84 supported his candidacy.

Sadyr Japarov addressed the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII convocation and made a number of important calls.

President Sadyr Japarov opened the first session of the deputies of the new convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh VIII on December 17. Members of the Cabinet of Ministers were also present at the event. In his speech, the head of state noted:

The national youth boxing championship has started in Kyrgyzstan.

Today, the national youth boxing championship has opened in Kyrgyzstan for those born in 2008-2009. The relevant information was provided by the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the opening ceremony, the director of the specialized children and youth Olympic reserve school "Yntymak," Rustam Niyazaliev, and the executive director of the National Boxing Federation of the Kyrgyz Republic, Orozbek Evgachev, were spotted. Athletes, coaches, and

Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu appointed as speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh again

At the first meeting of the VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh, the deputies unanimously supported the candidacy of Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu for the position of Speaker of the Parliament. During the discussion, 5 deputy groups nominated his candidacy, which allowed for consensus among those present. As a result of the secret ballot, Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu was elected as the Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh.

In the Jalal-Abad region, 14 people have suffered from carbon monoxide poisoning since the beginning of the year.

Since the beginning of the heating season this year, 14 people from the Jalal-Abad region have sought medical assistance due to carbon monoxide poisoning. This information was provided by the press service of the regional emergency management agency.

Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu elected as Speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh of the VIII convocation

Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu became the speaker of the VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh, receiving 84 votes in favor and only 3 against. All previously formed deputy groups, including "Ata-Jurt," "Ala-Too," "Mekenchil," "Eldik," and "Adilet Kyrgyzstan," supported his candidacy. It is important to note that Turgunbek uulu had previously served as the acting speaker in the parliament of the seventh convocation.

President: We are training the personnel who will take the future of the country into their own hands

President Sadyr Japarov emphasized during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh that one of the reasons the country has lagged behind its neighbors since gaining independence is insufficient personnel policy. He noted that after the proclamation of independence, the issue of training specialists was completely ignored. Currently, the "Akyiman" lyceum has been opened in the country, aimed at preparing future personnel for public administration.

The Attorney General participates in the XI session of the conference of the States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption

The Attorney General of the Kyrgyz Republic, Maksat Asanaliev, is participating in the XI session of the Conference of States Parties to the United Nations Convention against Corruption (CoSP-11), which is taking place in Doha, Qatar, from December 15 to 19, 2025. According to the press service of the Attorney General's Office, the event has gathered representatives from over 190 countries, including more than 2000 prosecutors and heads of anti-corruption agencies, as well as participants

The government intends to expand the implementation of modern irrigation systems

Bakyt Torobaev, acting Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, called on agrarians to actively implement drip and sprinkler irrigation. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. According to him, climate change, reduced precipitation, and melting glaciers require more efficient use of water resources. Particularly concerning is the drop in water levels in the Issyk-Kul

Trump declared the Venezuelan government a "terrorist organization" and imposed a naval blockade

The women's national volleyball team of Kyrgyzstan will compete in the CAVA tournament.

From December 19 to 25, 2023, the Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup will be held in the capital of the Maldives — the city of Male — where the women's national team of Kyrgyzstan will represent their country.

30 Children from Batken Region Flew to Bishkek for the Presidential New Year Tree

At Batken Airport, 30 children from the Batken region flew to Bishkek to participate in the presidential New Year’s tree event. Two adults accompanied them on their journey. Before the flight, the children were congratulated by Aibek Shamenov, the authorized representative of the President of Kyrgyzstan in the Batken region, who wished them a safe trip.