At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, President Sadyr Japarov noted that the participation of deputy ministers in committees and the parliament is also possible. He emphasized that today the formation of committees and factions is taking place, and deputies often invite ministers to such meetings.
Today, December 17, 2025, at the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, President Sadyr Japarov shared the successes of the country's economy and noted that external debts are under full control. The head of state emphasized that Kyrgyzstan has entered the ranks of the top three countries in the world in terms of economic growth, with a gross domestic product increase of 10%.
President Sadyr Japarov announced plans to open presidential lyceums "AkyIman" in every region of Kyrgyzstan at a recent meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh. Currently, a lyceum is already functioning in the Issyk-Kul region, and construction of similar educational institutions is underway in the Talas and Jalal-Abad regions.
According to information from the press center of the State Committee for National Security, a businessman was detained in Osh, who is suspected of financing a criminal group led by Kamchy Asanbek (Kolbaev). According to the version of the GKNB, the detained S. K. K. had close ties with a previously eliminated criminal authority and paid him money monthly, as well as to another criminal leader, Kadyr Dosonov, to ensure his protection and strengthen his positions in Osh and the surrounding areas.
The Chuy Regional Chamber Orchestra will embark on New Year's concerts in cities such as Osh, Manas, and Gulcho. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reports on the upcoming events. The concerts are scheduled for the following dates and locations:
On December 14, 2025, the Internal Affairs Department of the Jayil District received information from the surgical department of the Jayil District Hospital that a local resident, K.T., born in 1991 and holding the position of deputy head of the checkpoint 'Kainy' of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic, was admitted with a preliminary diagnosis of: "Penetrating stab wound, alcohol intoxication." This was reported by the press service of the Main
The recent elections in the Jogorku Kenesh have concluded, and the deputies have already begun their work, opening the first session of the new convocation on December 17. Unlike previous elections, this process took place without loud scandals and threats of a coup, indicating the viability of the new political system introduced by President Japarov.
The information about this was disseminated by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce On December 16, 2025, a ceremony was held in Kabul to open the Trade House of the Kyrgyz Republic, attended by the Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov and the head of the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Afghanistan Nuruddin Azizi.
President of the United States Donald Trump announced the expansion of the list of countries whose citizens will be banned from entering the US. The corresponding document was published by the White House on December 16, and the new restrictions will take effect on January 1, 2026. This list now includes 20 countries and territories, doubling the number of states whose citizens are subject to the ban, as reported by DW. Now, a complete entry ban will apply to citizens of Burkina Faso, Laos,
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On T. Baizakov Avenue in Manas, wandering horses were spotted, which led to a fine of 5,500 soms being imposed on their owner. According to information from an eyewitness, the incident occurred on the night of December 17, when a herd of horses roamed freely in the city center.
In Batken, the installation of the main New Year tree of the region has been completed, impressively standing at a height of 20 meters. According to a Turmush correspondent, the ceremonial lighting of the tree will take place on December 17 at 18:00 as part of the festive program. Concert performances and a disco for the youth are planned for local residents and guests of the city.
In Moscow, preliminary results of the "Amina" application, which monitors migrants, were announced. According to information from the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation for the capital, more than 139,000 migrants were removed from police records due to the lack of up-to-date geodata. Illustrative photo
At the parliamentary meeting held on December 17, President Sadyr Japarov addressed the deputies of the VIII convocation with congratulations and hopes for their constructive work for the benefit of the people and the country, as well as for adherence to their oath. He noted that until 2020, many factions acted in the interests of corrupt schemes and were linked to organized crime, which undermined citizens' trust in deputies and state institutions.
At the signing ceremony of the loan agreement concerning the construction of the "China - Kyrgyzstan - Uzbekistan" railway, Bakyt Torobayev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, was present. This information was published on the official website of the Government of Kyrgyzstan.
In the village of Myrza-Aryk, located in the rural district of Karool in the Uzgen region, a kindergarten was opened that can accommodate 100 children. This was reported by Ruslan Alaychiev, the head of the Karool rural council. According to Alaychiev, there are currently 517 children on the waiting list for spots in the kindergarten. The opening of the new facility will allow 100 of them to start attending kindergarten. The construction and equipment were financed by a private entrepreneur for
President Sadyr Japarov, in his speech at the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 17, urged the deputies of the eighth convocation to refrain from bargaining with members of the Cabinet of Ministers. He emphasized that during the discussion and approval of reports, situations often arise where deputies attempt to negotiate with ministers, especially when it comes to the implementation of infrastructure projects, such as the construction of a kilometer of road. In his opinion, this is not
The President made a statement at the first session of the VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh Sadyr Japarov presented his assessment of the political situation in the country since gaining independence, highlighting the important role of parliament and the consequences of the party system.
President Sadyr Japarov, in his recent address to the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, expressed strong condemnation of the practice of "bargaining" during discussions of government reports and the approval of the country's budget. He noted that some deputies openly propose conditions, for example: "If a kilometer of road is not asphalted in my village, I will not support the report." As a result, according to the president, only one kilometer of asphalting was actually
The Kyrgyzstan national team won first place in the overall standings of the international series Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship, finishing the 2025 season with 114 points. This was reported by the Federation of Motor Sports and Road Safety of Kyrgyzstan.
Since October, more than 300 comments and suggestions have been recorded on the project The new general plan for Bishkek, which is set to be in effect until 2050, was discussed at a meeting in the country's government. This information was provided by the office of the Cabinet of Ministers.
Recent changes in customs regulations have led to significant difficulties in supplies from Kyrgyzstan to Russia. Chyngyz Alkanov, the general director of Alkanov Group and owner of a customs logistics center, shared this information with Logirus here.
Jamilya Dzhamanbaeva, the Ombudsman of Kyrgyzstan, visited the pre-trial detention center No. 21 (SIZO-1) in Bishkek. According to the press service, the purpose of the visit was to monitor the conditions of detention and check the compliance with the rights of individuals under investigation.
At the international conference held on December 16, a decision was made to establish the International Claims Commission for Ukraine. This was reported by European media, including information about the new body. This commission, created under the Council of Europe, will perform an important function in the mechanism for compensating damages caused by military actions on the territory of Ukraine. The conference was attended by representatives of European states as well as international
The village of Ivanovka, located in the Issyk-Ata District of the Chuy Region of Kyrgyzstan, was founded in 1887. This settlement arose thanks to a group of settlers from Russia, and its name was given in honor of the land surveyor Ivan Ivanov, who selected and allocated land for the new settlement. In the early years of the village's existence, 12 families from the Urals, 9 families from the Altai region, and 7 families from the Volga region settled here. During that period, the first
The press service of the Batken region police reports the resolution of a robbery against a resident of the Leilek district, which occurred as a result of operational actions. The incident took place on December 15 at around 18:40 near a store in the village of Arka-2, located in the rural municipality of Jany-Jer.
The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, called on December 17 to increase voter turnout in the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh (Parliament). In this context, he noted that the newly elected deputies of the 8th convocation have already taken their oath. According to the president, certain shortcomings were revealed in the last elections, including in terms of voter turnout. “We aimed to make the elections as open and transparent as possible by introducing innovations such as
With the help of drones, AKIpress captured the western territory of Bishkek, which includes the under-construction "Bishkek Arena" stadium, the "Eurasia" park, the village of Orok, the roundabout along the route of Jaiyl-Batyra—Alykulova, as well as new residential areas of the city. The presented photograph has a 360° panoramic angle. You can move the image in different directions and zoom in on it.
Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, the Ombudsman of the Kyrgyz Republic, visited the pre-trial detention center No. 1, known as facility No. 21, located in Bishkek. During her visit, she held private meetings with 12 women who wished to discuss their issues in private. As a result of these conversations, legal consultations were provided, and statements were accepted.
On December 20, 2025, at 14:00, the Artmemo.kg gallery will host the opening of an exhibition featuring works by 16 outstanding contemporary artists from Kyrgyzstan, representing different generations. The organizers assert: "Every viewer will be able to find a reflection of their inner world, as contemporary art from Kyrgyzstan is open to new forms of self-expression and immerses one in the personal stories of the authors. Here, masters and young talents create a space for interaction
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a new bus route has been launched, connecting the residential area "Kyrgyzstan-1" with the central part of the city, as reported by the press service of the city administration. Route No. 159 was initiated to improve transportation accessibility and enhance convenience for local residents. Buses will operate from the residential area "Kyrgyzstan-1" to the "Bishkek-2" railway station, following the approved schedule.
At the conference "National Dialogue on Energy Efficiency: Achievements, Challenges, Prospects," Boronbaev reported that Kyrgyzstan is facing the problem of high greenhouse gas emissions from buildings, which exceed global averages. He noted that to reduce thermal energy losses, it is necessary to improve the energy efficiency of buildings in the country.
In the Chui region, police officers detained a man suspected of causing serious harm to a border guard. The press service of the regional Department of Internal Affairs reported this incident. According to the information, on December 14, the deputy head of the "Kainy" checkpoint of the State National Security Committee's Border Service was hospitalized in the surgical department of the Jayil District Hospital. Doctors diagnosed him with alcohol intoxication and a penetrating
President Sadyr Japarov, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on December 17, announced the potential possibility of providing apartments to deputies through the GIK mechanism. He emphasized that to enhance the efficiency of the parliament's work, renovation work had been carried out in the building, and new vehicles had been purchased to replace the outdated transport. “In the future, we will also study the issue of allocating apartments through the GIK,” the president added.
At the meeting held as part of the XXI Council of the Fund, a record volume of investments was established, as noted by Artem Novikov, Chairman of the Board of the RKFR. He emphasized that this indicator reflects the important role of the Fund in promoting economic growth in Kyrgyzstan.
In Bishkek, officers of the Lenin District Internal Affairs Department arrested a suspect in a number of battery thefts from vehicles. This information was announced by the district's internal affairs department. According to police reports, the incident occurred on November 17, 2025, at approximately 14:40. Unidentified individuals stole a battery from a Mercedes-Benz water truck on Aini Street. Citizen K.B. filed a report with the police regarding this incident.
Kyrgyz athlete Aibiyke Ulanbek kyzy won gold at the international IBSA Judo Grand Prix para-judo tournament. The competition took place on December 16-17 in São Paulo, Brazil.
Photo from the press service of the Bishkek city administration. The bus driver from which the troublemaker was thrown out The incident involving the man who fell out of the bus received a comment from the press service of the Bishkek city administration. According to their information, the passenger who boarded at the stop was in a state of intoxication and began to behave aggressively, leading to a conflict with other passengers. As a result, they asked the driver to remove the troublemaker.
At the IBSA Judo Grand Prix tournament taking place in São Paulo, Aibiyke Ulanbek kyzy won the gold medal in the under 52 kg weight category. On her way to the gold medal, she defeated athletes from Taipei, Mexico, and Switzerland. It is worth noting that Aibiyke Ulanbek kyzy is the Asian champion in para-judo, having won this title in 2025.
FC "Alga" continues to strengthen its squad, officially confirming agreements with three new players. The first of the newcomers is Murolimjon Akhmedov. The club highly values his experience, leadership qualities, and drive for success, emphasizing that these aspects will have a significant impact on achieving the team's goals in the upcoming season.
Yesterday, December 16, an informational campaign for sellers of pyrotechnic goods took place in Osh. According to information from the press service of the Osh city police, the event was aimed at preventing illegal trade and use of pyrotechnics.
The payment system Visa has taken a significant step by allowing American banks to use the USDC stablecoin from Circle for transactions via the Solana blockchain. The first transactions will be conducted by Cross River Bank and Lead Bank. This event marks the first launch of stablecoin settlements by Visa in the United States, following successful trials abroad. The newly adopted federal law on stablecoins opens up the possibility for banks to use "digital dollars" backed by reserves.
The deputies of the new VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh took the oath, starting their work with the first session, which was chaired by 69-year-old Gulai Mashrapova, the oldest member of parliament. At the ceremony, the chairman of the Central Election Commission, Tynchtyk Shainazarov, presented deputy badges to the newly elected deputies.
Usman Dembélé, representing "Paris Saint-Germain" and the French national team, has been named the FIFA Men's Player of the Year. In the 2024/25 season, the French forward, along with PSG, won all possible trophies, including the Champions League, as well as the titles of champion and holder of the French Cup. He scored 35 goals and provided 16 assists in 53 matches across all competitions.
According to information from the Patrol Police Department of Bishkek, two Zeekr 001 cars collided with a KIA vehicle. The incident occurred on December 17 at 02:30. The driver R. R. D., born in 2001, behind the wheel of a ZEEKR 001 on Masaliev Street, collided with another ZEEKR 001, which was driven by A. M. N., born in 2004, at the intersection with Maldybaev Street. As a result of the collision, one of the ZEEKR cars crashed into a KIA K5, driven by R. N. Zh. After the accident, driver R.
As part of operational and preventive measures, employees of the GOM-8 of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District of Bishkek conducted a raid on Kuliyev Street. This was reported by the press service of the law enforcement agencies. On the night of December 17, local police officers and operational service staff checked hotels, hostels, and other establishments. In one of the hotels, three minors were found unaccompanied by adults. A conversation was held with the
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan has introduced new resident cards for foreign citizens. These cards provide permission for temporary residence in the country for up to one year with the possibility of extension. The Director of the Consular Department of the Ministry, Seytek Jumakadyrov, reported that 1,000 such cards were issued in the first month. He noted that to simplify the process of obtaining visas and quotas for foreign citizens, a Unified Window has been established.
Today, at a meeting of parliament, President Sadyr Japarov announced the possibility of allocating official apartments for the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh through the State Mortgage Company (GMC). He also noted that repairs have already been carried out in the parliament building, and new official vehicles have been purchased to enhance the efficiency of the deputies' work.
