At the event for lighting the New Year tree, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev presented a certificate for financial assistance to art school student Nasiyat Bayyrzaeva.
Recently, the V Para-Asian Youth Games took place in Dubai (UAE). According to information from the Federation of Arm Wrestling of Kyrgyzstan, our athletes in para-arm wrestling managed to win seven gold medals, which allowed the team to take second place in the overall standings.
According to Forbes, in early December, SpaceX conducted a tender offer, resulting in its valuation reaching $800 billion. This event increased Musk's fortune, who owns about 42% of the company's shares, by $168 billion, bringing it to approximately $677 billion. This share buyback proposal has become relevant against the backdrop of SpaceX's plans to conduct an IPO in 2026, which, according to investors, could lead to the company's value rising to $1.5 trillion.
During the two-day negotiations in Berlin, reported by Axios, Ukraine and the United States demonstrated progress in discussing security issues, but were unable to reach an agreement on the territorial aspects of the conflict. American officials noted that intensive discussions with representatives from Ukraine and European countries led to significant results in security matters for Kyiv. However, as experts emphasize, the territorial issue remains the most complex and requires further
Residents of the "Ak-Bosogo" housing complex have raised the issue of the unsatisfactory condition of the road on Intymak Street. According to them, constant mudflows have made movement in this area practically impossible. One resident, who has lived in the area for about 15 years, noted that during all this time, no significant improvements have occurred. The only change has been the construction of a sewage system; however, after the work was completed, the condition of the road, in
Vadim Fatkulbayev, representing Kyrgyzstan, received an invitation to participate in the ultra-marathon cycling race InnerScape Race, which starts on March 1 in Vietnam. The athlete shared this news on his social media, where he also noted that he will be the first athlete from Kyrgyzstan at this prestigious event. The route length is an impressive 4000 kilometers with an elevation gain of 56,000 meters and a time limit of 18 days. According to Vadim, to stay within the allotted time, he needs
Information about the incident was received from the publication Brazil247. The statue, located in front of the Havan store, was part of the facade of the shopping area. The collapse occurred under a red level of danger, when expected wind gusts reached 90 km/h. Fortunately, at the time of the incident, the parking lot was almost empty, which helped avoid injuries among people.
This year, Tashkent hosted the FIA Awards, marking a historic event for Central Asia and global motorsport. This is the first time such a prestigious award has been presented in this region.
The speaker of the VIII convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh will be Nurlanbek Turgunbek uulu, as reported by deputy Bekeshev on his Telegram channel. He noted that the first meeting of the new convocation is scheduled for December 17, which will be attended by President Sadyr Japarov.
The visit of the presidential envoy in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, took place in the city of Kant.
During the award ceremony for American servicemen in the Oval Office, Trump announced the signing of an executive order that classifies illegal fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. According to CNN, the implications of this decision remain uncertain. The President emphasized: "Today I am taking another step to protect Americans from the influx of deadly fentanyl that has flooded our country. No bomb causes as much damage as this."
Visa has announced the ability to make payments using the cryptocurrency USDC in the United States, which is tied to the US dollar. This innovation will facilitate interactions between Visa and its banking partners, as reported on the company's website. In the press release, it is emphasized that the use of USDC provides issuers with the ability to transfer funds more quickly via blockchain, as well as to settle transactions at any time, including weekends and holidays, without any changes
On December 16, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nurdana Oruntaev, held a meeting with the shareholders and the management of the construction company "Döwlet Kuruş." The reason for the meeting was complaints about the progress of the construction of residential complexes. The meeting took place in the main conference hall of the ministry, where the minister addressed issues related to the implementation of the
On December 17, rain is forecasted in Kyrgyzstan, which will turn into snow. In the capital, Bishkek, the nighttime temperature will be −1 degree, while during the day it is expected to reach +10 degrees.
In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Transport and Communications has announced new restrictions on the holding of New Year events. This information was provided by the ministry's press service. According to the received data, Minister Abstat Syrgabaev signed a decree outlining the new rules.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan, the country has begun receiving electricity from Uzbekistan. This event has positively impacted the energy supply situation, as reported by "Asia-Plus." Currently, the volume of supplies amounts to up to 2 million kilowatt-hours per day. Representatives of the Ministry of Energy noted that in the future, an increase in these volumes is possible if Uzbekistan can provide additional
At the meeting, as reported by the press service of the mayor's office, issues regarding the readiness of law enforcement and city services to ensure safety and order during the New Year events planned for 2026 were discussed. Representatives from the Bishkek Prosecutor's Office, the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the Main Department of Internal Affairs, as well as employees of the capital's State Committee for National Security, district akims, and heads of municipal institutions
A meeting of the presidential representative in the Osh region with residents of the Kalday area, located in the Kara-Koy recreation zone, recently took place. On December 15, presidential envoy Amankan Kenjebayev visited the village of Kara-Koy, where he met with approximately 70 families living in this area, which is part of the Kyrgyz-Ata State Natural Park.
Azamat Osmonov, the authorized representative of the president in the Chui region, visited the Youth Alley in Kant following appeals from local residents. This information was received from the president's office. Residents of the city expressed dissatisfaction that the repairs to the roadway and sidewalks remain unfinished, resulting in the pedestrian area being in poor condition. Following an inspection, Osmonov instructed the mayor of Kant to promptly complete the restoration of the
The incident occurred on Chuy Avenue, at the intersection with Gogol Street. The driver of a passenger car blocked the bus's access to the stop, which caused a conflict between them. In the footage from the video camera, the bus driver, finding himself in a difficult position, began to honk and stopped behind the passenger car. In response, the driver of the passenger car entered the bus and attacked the public transport driver, presumably believing that he was trying to damage his vehicle.
In Bishkek, events were held dedicated to the International Migrants Day. The initiator was the Center for Employment of Citizens Abroad, which operates under the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration of Kyrgyzstan. Deputy Minister of Labor Bakyt Darmankul uulu emphasized the importance of safe and legal labor migration and highlighted the role of private employment agencies in protecting the rights of workers and ensuring their employment opportunities abroad.
In the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, a ceremonial event was held in the village of Barskoon to celebrate the thirtieth anniversary of the Sarychat-Eertash State Nature Reserve. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The reserve, covering an area of 149,117.9 hectares, is located at an altitude of 5,000 meters above sea level.
A seminar dedicated to international nuclear safeguards for the delegation of the Kyrgyz Republic was held in Vienna, the capital of Austria. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. According to the information from the ministry, the event was organized by the Department of State Regulation in the Field of Environmental Protection and Ecological Safety of Kyrgyzstan with the support of the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. National Nuclear Security
- In 2026, residents of Kyrgyzstan will be able to import up to 15,000 electric vehicles without paying customs duties, reports the State Customs Service of the KR. This decision was made at a meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council held on December 11, 2025, where issues of cooperation among EAEU countries were discussed. Previously, Kyrgyzstan had a quota of 10,000 electric vehicles. The exemption from duties applies to "pure electric vehicles" (code 8703 80 000 3 of the
The Ministry of Construction has presented a draft of a new order for public discussion In the Kyrgyz Republic, developers will be required to install wastewater treatment facilities in buildings where there is no central sewage system. This was reported by the Ministry of Construction.
The Acting Minister of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Kanibek Dosmambetov, conducted an unexpected inspection at the pediatric oncology department of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. It was reported that during the visit he familiarized himself with the treatment process, the state of medical infrastructure, the drug supply system, and the work of support services. The minister also held discussions with the parents of patients, addressing current and systemic issues at the moment.
In Bishkek, the Acting Minister of Health Kanibek Dosmambetov unexpectedly visited the pediatric oncology department of the National Center for Maternal and Child Health. During the meeting with the parents of children suffering from cancer, he discussed key issues concerning the families of patients. As a result of this visit, Dosmambetov issued a number of specific directives for the leadership of the NCMMH and other relevant departments of the Ministry of Health.
At the signing ceremony of the loan agreement concerning the financing of the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, was present. The document was signed between the LLC "China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway Company," representing the joint project company, and a syndicate of banks from China, which includes the State Development Bank and the Export-Import Bank.
This became possible thanks to the XVIII International Audience Award "Star of the Theater" The award ceremony took place on December 15, 2025, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture, Information, Sports, and Youth Policy.
This information is provided by the press service of the State Committee for National Security. According to the received data, employees of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), together with representatives of the Naryn regional department of the antimonopoly service and workers from the Naryn city administration, detained six trucks loaded with coal from the "Kara-Keche" deposit. A total of 108 tons of coal was planned to be sold in Naryn at a price of 6,000 soms per
In the city of Naryn, a free Wi-Fi network has been implemented, as reported by the local mayor's office press service. According to the information received, internet access is available in 16 different locations.
The State Musical and Dramatic Theater named after Seyitnazar Seydi, located in the Lebap velayat, has concluded the Week of Foreign Drama. This is reported by the news resource Turkmenportal. As part of the event, audiences were presented with works by outstanding playwrights from fraternal countries. Among the plays showcased were such works as "The White Steamship" based on the novella by Chinghiz Aitmatov (Kyrgyzstan), "The Mother-in-Law" by Nazim Musazadeh (Azerbaijan),
On December 16, events dedicated to the International Migrants Day took place in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Labor, Social Protection, and Migration. During the event, Deputy Minister Bakyt Darmankul uulu emphasized the importance of safe and legal labor migration, as well as the role of private employment agencies in this process. According to the deputy minister, migrants are not just an economic category; they are people with destinies, and the state bears
Photo courtesy of the Bishkek City Hall press service During the traditional event of lighting the New Year tree, Aibek Junushaliev handed a monetary certificate to Nasiyat Bekmyrzaeva, received from the reserve fund of the Bishkek City Hall. These funds will be used for the corneal transplant operation for both eyes of the girl. This information was announced by the municipality's press service. Nasiyat, a student of art school No. 5 and a boarding school for children with visual
In the Sverdlovsk district of Bishkek, an incident related to a road conflict was recorded, which escalated into aggressive actions. Relevant information was entered into the log of the district's Internal Affairs Department. According to information from the police, a 29-year-old citizen named A.K. was taken to the Investigative Service of the Internal Affairs Department. After conducting a preliminary investigation, the case materials were transferred to the Public Security Service,
As a result of the 2025 season, the national team of Kyrgyzstan won first place in the overall standings of the Asia Auto Gymkhana Championship, scoring 114 points. The second place on the podium was taken by the team from Taiwan, while the bronze medals went to representatives from India.
On the territory of the Salizhan Zhigitov School in Osh, illegal structures have been dismantled and the area has been fenced off. According to information from local authorities, new gates have been installed at the entrance to the educational institution, and nighttime lighting has been organized. This initiative aims to enhance the safety of students and adapt the school's infrastructure to modern standards. In addition, all furniture in the classrooms, including desks and chairs, has
The American dictionary Merriam-Webster has recognized the term "slop" as the word of the year for 2025, as reported on the official website of the Merriam-Webster publication.
The event dedicated to International Migrants Day was held in Bishkek. The organizer of this event was the Employment Center for Citizens Abroad under the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic. The Deputy Minister of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, Bakyt Darmankul uulu, emphasized the importance of safe and legal migration, as well as the role of private employment agencies in this process.
According to the results of the inspection of compliance with land legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic, conducted by the prosecutor's office of the Jetii-Oguz district, it was established that there are land plots with a total area of 2.4 hectares in the Barskoon rural administration of the Jetii-Oguz district that were unlawfully transferred into private hands.
Forecast for Bishkek December 17, Wednesday The temperature at night ranges from -1 to +1 °C, cloudy weather is expected.
According to the information from the Ministry of Health's press service, during his visit, Dosmambetov familiarized himself with the state of the treatment process, infrastructure, and the system of providing medications, as well as held a meeting with parents to discuss pressing issues. As a result of this visit, a decision was made to create a commission that will conduct a comprehensive analysis of the work of the Department of Pharmaceuticals and the state enterprise
On December 15, a meeting took place between Eduard Kubatov, the president of the Federation of Mountaineering and Rock Climbing, as well as a veteran of national security agencies, with cadets and officers of the GKNB Academy, as reported by the press service of the Committee. During this event, Kubatov shared his achievements in the field of mountaineering and his experience in national security service. In addition, he donated his book titled "My Everest" to the Academy's
The head of the government, Adylbek Kasymaliev, participated in the ceremonial laying of the capsule, dedicated to the start of construction of several residential complexes in Bishkek. The project is being handled by the JSC "State Mortgage Company". At the opening ceremony of the "Tian-Shan Bermeti" complex, Kasymaliev noted the significant growth of the construction sector in the country and expressed hope that the new facilities would serve as an important stimulus for
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a 74-year-old Duyshenbek Koichumanov is being sought. This information was provided by the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs. It has become known that a local resident, A. A., turned to law enforcement for help in searching for her father, Duyshenbek Akhmatbekovich Koichumanov, who was born in 1951. He left his home on Zhal-23 Street on December 13 at 09:35 and has not returned since. Features: slender build, approximately 160 cm tall, gray
Turmush continues to introduce readers to Kyrgyzstani people who have found a new life beyond their country's borders. This time, the focus is on 34-year-old Aigerim Sarykova, who lives with her family in Guangzhou, a well-known Chinese city where winter does not come. Aigerim grew up in the Uzgen district of the Osh region and graduated from Osh State University with a degree in international relations and public service. She is the eldest of three children in her family and has two
- From December 8 to 14, 2025, at the multilateral automobile checkpoint "Petukhovo" (Kurgan Region), inspectors from the Ural Interregional Directorate of Rosselkhoznadzor, working together with border guards and customs representatives, checked 38 trucks transporting over 548 tons of vegetables, fruits, and flowers from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and China. Of the total number of vehicles, 36 were loaded in Kazakhstan, and 2 in Kyrgyzstan. The products were being transported in transit
In Doha (Qatar), the largest anti-corruption conference in the world has begun, where participants called for the use of the latest technologies in the fight against corruption and highlighted its connection to organized crime. This was reported by the UN News Service. More than 2,500 delegates from 170 countries are participating in the 11th session of the conference.
