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Economy

Kyrgyzstan's International Reserves Exceeded $8.2 Billion

According to information published by the National Bank, Kyrgyzstan's gross international reserves amounted to $8.269 billion at the end of November 2025. Compared to November of last year, this amount has increased by more than $3.2 billion.

11.12.2025, 09:08
Kazakhstan goalkeeper recognized as the best in the Champions League. He is taller than Mbappe.
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Kazakhstan goalkeeper recognized as the best in the Champions League. He is taller than Mbappe.

With a rating of 8.90, Anarbekov became the leader among all tournament participants, while Deseri Due from PSG took second place with a rating of 8.50. In third place is Kylian Mbappe, the star of Real Madrid, with a score of 8.33. Thus, the Kazakh goalkeeper became the best player in the European tournament at this stage, surpassing one of the most famous forwards in the world.

11.12.2025, 09:07
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After heavy snowfall, traffic has been restored on the Lipenka–Koy-Sary road

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the Jeti-Oguz district, the snow removal from the Lipenka–Koy-Sary road has been completed. This was reported by the road maintenance enterprise No. 35. According to the road service information, the clearing of the road was conducted on the section from 26 to 31 kilometers. In some places, the snow cover thickness reached 30–40 centimeters, and in conditions of snow drifts — up to 50–60 centimeters.

11.12.2025, 09:06
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The Plenipotentiary A. Osmonov instructed to suspend illegal extraction of sand and gravel mix in the riverbed of the Shamsy during a working trip.

Azamat Osmonov stopped illegal extraction of sand and gravel mix in the Shamsy River. During a working trip, the presidential envoy in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, conducted an inspection in the village of Shamsy, located in the rural district of Onbir-Zhilga in the Chui region. He discovered that a number of enterprises were extracting sand and gravel mix and loam from the riverbed without the necessary permits.

11.12.2025, 09:05
Local news

The situation at the passes is stable: Tuz-Bel is closed, enhanced control at others

According to information provided by the Ministry of Transport and Communications, as of the morning of December 11, the situation at the key passes of Kyrgyzstan is considered stable. Roads such as Too-Ashuu on the Bishkek — Osh route, the Otmok pass on the Suusamyr — Talas — Taraz section, as well as Dolon, Kyzyl-Bel, Char, and Ak-Beyit, remain open, and traffic is proceeding normally in clear weather.

11.12.2025, 09:02
Incidents

The Case of the Riots. Temirlan Sultanbekov is being pressured, claims his sister

Kanykey Sultanbekova, the sister of Temirlan Sultanbekov, has addressed the public with serious accusations against the authorities regarding human rights violations and pressure on her brother, who was arrested on charges of preparing mass riots. She posted information about this on social media. According to her, the conditions in which Temirlan is being held represent "moral and psychological pressure." She reported that he is in a cell with eighteen other inmates, one of whom has

11.12.2025, 09:00
Incidents

Emergency Mode: Situation at Issyk-Kul Under Control

Due to unfavorable weather conditions in the Issyk-Kul region, Bakytbek Zhetigenov, the authorized representative of the president, has been conducting inspections in the Tyup, Ak-Suu, and other districts since early morning. He is monitoring the state of the roads and the work of emergency services, as a result of which urgent instructions have been given to the responsible authorities. The regional operational headquarters has been actively functioning since early morning. All services,

11.12.2025, 08:58
Local news / Exclusive

The little residents of At-Bashy presented performances based on the epic "Manas"

At the kindergarten "Asylzat-Zirek," located in At-Bashy, a cultural celebration called "Manas - My Heritage" ("Манасым – менин мурасым") took place, as reported by a Turmush correspondent. This event was organized by the preparatory group in accordance with the presidential decree "National Spirit – Global Heights" ("Улуттук дем – дүйнөлүк бийиктик").

11.12.2025, 08:56
In the world

Trump stated that the US seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela

President Donald Trump stated that a "very large" oil tanker was seized by American authorities off the coast of Venezuela. He noted that there were compelling reasons for this action, as reported by the "Russian Service of the BBC." During a press conference at the White House, Trump said, "Today was an interesting day in the news. We just seized a tanker off the coast of Venezuela; it is huge, the largest ever captured. You will soon see other events related to

11.12.2025, 08:55
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The Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic deemed the reinstatement of the death penalty in the country unacceptable.

On December 10, the Constitutional Court of Kyrgyzstan reviewed the president's submission regarding the draft Law "On Amendments to the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic," which proposed the restoration of the death penalty for crimes such as child rape and violence-related murders. In its decision, the court emphasized the importance of aligning such changes with the Constitution, which should protect human rights and freedoms and uphold democratic principles. The court also

11.12.2025, 08:50
Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Highlights by the Morning of December 11
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Events in Ukraine and the World. Main Highlights by the Morning of December 11

International news agencies have provided information about key events that occurred over the past 24 hours in Ukraine and around the world amid ongoing military actions. Here are the main points. Dobropole. Photo by Anatolii Stepanov / Reuters / Scanpix / LETA. According to Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, 30 drones heading towards the Russian capital were shot down overnight. Airports in Ivanovo, Tambov, Yaroslavl, Vladikavkaz, Grozny, Magas, and Makhachkala temporarily suspended operations for

11.12.2025, 08:49
The head of the cabinet met with the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission.
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The head of the cabinet met with the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia on the occasion of the completion of his diplomatic mission.

Yesterday, a meeting took place between the head of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and Ibrahim bin Radi Al-Radi, the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia, who is completing his diplomatic mission in Kyrgyzstan. During the conversation, both sides emphasized the high level of mutual understanding and cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Saudi Arabia, as well as expressed their readiness for further development of political dialogue and expansion of economic ties.

11.12.2025, 08:35
Incidents

In Bishkek, three buses collided due to icy conditions

Last night in Bishkek, a traffic accident occurred involving three city buses. The incident took place on one of the busy streets of the city, where due to icy conditions and worsening weather, vehicles began to skid. According to preliminary reports, no one was injured as a result of the accident, and the damage was limited to the buses. Traffic Safety Administration officials were on site, promptly managing traffic and completing all necessary documentation.

11.12.2025, 08:23
Incidents

In the Tyup District, eight cars were freed from a snowdrift

On the evening of December 10, in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region, snowdrifts occurred due to a sharp deterioration in weather conditions. Eight vehicles were stranded on the Toktoyan — Chon-Toguzbay — Mikhailovka highway, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. To provide assistance, a response team was organized, led by Colonel Mirlan Karabaev, head of the Ministry of Emergency Situations for the Issyk-Kul region. Together with civil defense forces,

11.12.2025, 08:18
Constitutional Court of Kyrgyzstan: Restoration of the Death Penalty Does Not Comply with the Constitution
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Constitutional Court of Kyrgyzstan: Restoration of the Death Penalty Does Not Comply with the Constitution

On December 10, 2025, the Constitutional Court considered the request of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic for an opinion on a draft law that aimed to introduce the possibility of applying the death penalty for certain serious crimes, including the rape of children. The Court, exercising its constitutional powers, assessed the compliance of the proposed amendments with the Constitution and their impact on the fundamental principles of the constitutional order, including the protection of

11.12.2025, 07:33
Judicial Experts from Kyrgyzstan and Japan Aim to Strengthen Cooperation
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Judicial Experts from Kyrgyzstan and Japan Aim to Strengthen Cooperation

As part of the implementation of the Cooperation Program between the Ministries of Justice of Kyrgyzstan and Japan, a delegation from Japan visited the forensic expert service. The delegation included Professor (Prosecutor) Oku Daiki, representing the International Cooperation Department of the Research Institute for Legal Issues, and Chief Expert Takahashi Shogo. The purpose of the visit was to prepare the "Second Joint Study of the Legal Systems of Japan and the Kyrgyz Republic"

11.12.2025, 07:23
The Prime Minister of Mongolia instructed officials to intensify the fight against corruption
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The Prime Minister of Mongolia instructed officials to intensify the fight against corruption

On this day, December 9, 2025, a working group was established with the task of accelerating the implementation of Mongolia's National Anti-Corruption Program. Based on the Prime Minister's directive, a working group has been formed that will focus on improving the legal environment to prevent corruption and conflicts of interest, strengthening justice, as well as reducing the level of corruption and abuse of power. An important aspect of the group's work will be analyzing the

11.12.2025, 06:41
Where do Ulaanbaatar residents shop most often?
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Where do Ulaanbaatar residents shop most often?

In Mongolia, a high-precision analysis of pedestrian traffic at major retail and service points has been conducted for the first time. The study was carried out using the international geolocation analytics platform Geo PRO by Mobicom Corporation, which counted pedestrians with the help of a professional research group, GMR. Geo PRO was developed in Japan and was initially used for urban planning, road congestion analysis, and public service accessibility assessment. Currently, this technology

11.12.2025, 05:28
14-year-old boy from Govi-Altai aimag became the world champion in drone programming
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14-year-old boy from Govi-Altai aimag became the world champion in drone programming

At the global ENJOY AI 2025 competition, which brought together 56 young engineers from Mongolia, participants showcased their skills and achieved significant success. On December 5, 2025, over 1000 children from 61 countries gathered to test their skills in drone programming and robotics. Among the participants were 56 young engineers from the aimags of Mongolia: Govi-Altai, Khovd, Darkhan, Govi-Sumber, and Bayankhongor, who competed alongside young talents from other countries. This event

11.12.2025, 05:11
Mongolia has taken a step closer to exporting its own gas to China
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Mongolia has taken a step closer to exporting its own gas to China

Pilot well TMK Energy at the gas extraction project from coal seams in Gurvantes, Mongolia TMK Energy reported record gas flow rates in Mongolia TMK Energy continues to demonstrate significant success in the gas extraction project from coal seams in Gurvantes, Mongolia, increasing gas flow by 18% in November. According to the company, their pilot wells are exceeding expectations, showing a stable influx of gas and water consumption. Water intake remained at October's level, amounting to

11.12.2025, 04:33
Mongolia Rises 5 Positions in the World Bank's Ranking for Statistical Efficiency Indicators
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Mongolia Rises 5 Positions in the World Bank's Ranking for Statistical Efficiency Indicators

In the new World Bank ranking, Mongolia ranks 47th out of 217 countries, rising from the 52nd position it held in 2023. This growth of 5 positions illustrates improvements in the statistical infrastructure and governance in the country. Every year, the World Bank releases a ranking based on statistical efficiency (The Statistical Performance Indicators – SPI), which is formed based on official international data. These indicators provide up-to-date information on global development, including

11.12.2025, 04:19
Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to the Asian Beach Games
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Mongolia to Send Over 100 Athletes to the Asian Beach Games

This year, the Asian Beach Games will return after a ten-year hiatus. Over the course of eight days, athletes will compete in 14 different disciplines. More than 3,700 participants from 45 Asian countries have registered to take part, among which Mongolia will present over 100 athletes. Mongolians will compete in nine sports, including jiu-jitsu, kurash, 3x3 beach basketball, and beach wrestling. Ten years ago, the previous Asian Beach Games were held in Da Nang, Socialist Republic of Vietnam,

11.12.2025, 04:16
Letters of Galdan Boshogtu-Khan to the Russian Tsar, preserved in Poland, introduced into scientific circulation
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Letters of Galdan Boshogtu-Khan to the Russian Tsar, preserved in Poland, introduced into scientific circulation

The fifth International Conference on Mongolian Studies titled "Mongolia and Mongols: Past and Present" took place at the University of Warsaw. This event is held every two years by the Faculty of Asian and African Studies. The conference is organized in collaboration with the Department of Asian and African Cultures at the University of Warsaw, the Embassy of Mongolia in Poland, and the National University of Mongolia. This year, around 70 researchers from more than ten countries

11.12.2025, 04:09
Bishkek Creates a "Mini-Italy": Fashion Hub for Tailors Opens
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Bishkek Creates a "Mini-Italy": Fashion Hub for Tailors Opens

The first Fashion Hub in Kyrgyzstan was opened in Bishkek — a space that brings together local brands, designers, and wholesale clients. Jasur Parpiev, the marketing director of Fashion Mall, emphasized that the initiative is aimed at supporting young designers and developing the local fashion industry:

10.12.2025, 23:34
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The Constitutional Court deemed the reinstatement of the death penalty unacceptable and halted further progress on the bill.

The Constitutional Court of Kyrgyzstan held a session on December 10, during which it considered the president's request regarding the possibility of putting to a referendum a bill proposing to reinstate the death penalty for the rape of children and murder related to rape. As a result of reviewing the material, the court concluded that the initiative contradicts the fundamental provisions of the Constitution and the international obligations of the country. In this regard, it cannot be

10.12.2025, 22:42
Sports

Kyrgyzstan Athletes Won 19 Medals at the Asian Armwrestling Cup

In Ajman (UAE), the Asian Armwrestling Championship has concluded, where the team from Kyrgyzstan achieved significant success by winning 19 medals. This was reported by the armwrestling federation. Out of the total number of medals, 13 were gold, two silver, and four bronze.

10.12.2025, 22:36
Sports

The "Friendship Cup" Kickboxing Tournament Took Place in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, a major kickboxing tournament called the "Cup of Friendship" took place. As reported by the ISKA KR Kickboxing Federation, the event gathered a record number of participants—over 900 athletes from various regions of Kyrgyzstan, as well as from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Iran. For four days, athletes competed for medals in different kickboxing disciplines: Point-Fighting, Full-Contact, and K-1.

10.12.2025, 22:30
Local news

How is Ala-Too Square decorated for the New Year? One video

Work on decorating Ala-Too Square in Bishkek for the New Year celebrations is ongoing, as reported by the city hall. This season, the main Christmas tree of the city will be decorated in silver and blue tones. The municipality noted that existing elements will be used for the decorations, which will help reduce costs.

10.12.2025, 21:56
Local news

Kyrgyzstan is ready to cooperate with the mining and metallurgy sector of Tajikistan

At the second International Mining and Metallurgical Forum in Tajikistan, Meder Mashiev, the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, is present. This information was disseminated by the ministry's press service. According to the agency, significant deposits are located in Kyrgyzstan, such as Sandyk and Zardalek, with total reserves exceeding 400 million tons of aluminum raw materials. This creates excellent conditions for expanding

10.12.2025, 21:55
Local news

The Constitutional Court deemed the reinstatement of the death penalty unacceptable.

On December 10, 2025, the Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic discussed the president's request for an opinion on a draft law that proposes the reinstatement of the death penalty in cases of serious crimes, such as child rape and murders related to rape. This was reported by the court's press service. According to the information, the Constitutional Court assessed how the proposed changes align with the Constitution and how they may affect the fundamental principles of the

10.12.2025, 21:54
In Aravan, former civil servants suspected of corruption in land transformation have been detained
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In Aravan, former civil servants suspected of corruption in land transformation have been detained

According to information from the press service of the Osh region police department, the following individuals have been detained: A. B., born in 1967, who held the position of head of the urban planning and architecture department in the Aravan district; A. K., born in 1953, who previously headed the Nurabad rural administration; I. A., born in 1969, a former land issues specialist at the district cadastral enterprise; Y. A., born in 1968, who served as a land surveyor in the Nurabad rural

10.12.2025, 21:54
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In Osh, heavy rain flooded the basements of residential buildings, schools, and a religious center.

As a result of heavy rainfall, the basements of several residential buildings, educational institutions, and a religious center in the city of Osh were flooded. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, on December 10 at 08:40, heavy rains led to the flooding of the basements of three residential buildings on Mominov Street and one house on T. Atambaev Street. The basement of the religious educational center "Asylzada Aiymdar" on Kulatov Street and the

10.12.2025, 21:50
Local news

Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Did Not Attend the Award Ceremony

Maria Corina Machado, the Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, was unable to attend the ceremony for her award. This was reported by BBC News. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her fight for democracy in Venezuela, and the ceremony was scheduled to take place on Wednesday.

10.12.2025, 21:43
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Temirlan Sultanbekov's sister reported pressure on her brother in the pre-trial detention center

Kanikei Sultanbekova, the sister of detained politician Temirlan Sultanbekov, made a statement that the authorities are pressuring her brother, who is in a pre-trial detention center on charges of inciting mass riots. She published her address on social media. According to her, the conditions of Temirlan's detention create "moral and psychological pressure." She claims that he is in a cell with 18 inmates, one of whom suffers from tuberculosis. Kanikei also noted that inmates are

10.12.2025, 21:41
In the world

Australia is the first in the world to impose a complete ban on social media use by children under 16.

According to new legislation, users under the age of 16 must delete their accounts from TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, Snapchat, Reddit, Kick, Twitch, and Threads. The top ten most popular platforms are required to block children's access to their resources, or they face fines of up to 49.5 million Australian dollars (approximately 33 million US dollars), reports The Guardian. All companies, except X, have expressed agreement with the new requirements.

10.12.2025, 21:37