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Heads of State of Central Asia Appeal to UN Member States to Support Kyrgyzstan's Candidacy for the Security Council
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Heads of State of Central Asia Appeal to UN Member States to Support Kyrgyzstan's Candidacy for the Security Council

During the briefing, participants informed the international community about the signed Appeal of the heads of state of the region, which contains a call for UN member states to support Kyrgyzstan's candidacy for the elections of non-permanent members of the Security Council for 2027-2028. Ulugbek Lapasov noted that the nomination of the Kyrgyz Republic as a non-permanent member of the Security Council emphasizes the desire of Central Asian countries to strengthen their contribution to

05.12.2025, 16:42
Local news

The Central Election Commission called the messages from the name of Aydana Zhupeyeva on WhatsApp a fake.

Recently, there has been news in the information space that messages are allegedly being sent via WhatsApp to candidates for the early elections of deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, supposedly from the Deputy Chairperson of the Central Commission for Elections and Referendums, Aydana Sadykovna Zhupueva, containing threats and pressure. This was reported by the Central Election Commission (CEC). The CEC officially denied this information, calling it false. In its statement, the commission also

05.12.2025, 16:42
Media: The Project in Chukotka Worth Trillions of Tenge Linked to Nazarbayev's "Wallet"
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Media: The Project in Chukotka Worth Trillions of Tenge Linked to Nazarbayev's "Wallet"

The investigation by "Sistema" revealed connections between the largest private project in the Russian Arctic and the entourage of Nursultan Nazarbayev. The project includes 46 facilities, such as a floating nuclear power plant, a new port, and 400 kilometers of roads. According to plans, the Baima Mining Complex is expected to increase copper production by 25% and gold production by 4%. “Initially, the project was in the hands of Roman Abramovich and his partners, but in 2018 it was

05.12.2025, 16:41
Posthumous donor saves the lives of four patients in Kazakhstan
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Posthumous donor saves the lives of four patients in Kazakhstan

In Almaty, at the base of the 4th Clinical Hospital, a multi-organ donation process took place, as a result of which four people received vital organs, reports Kazinform. The donor was a man born in 1967, who was diagnosed with brain death. After obtaining consent from his family, the procedure for organ retrieval was organized: heart, liver, and two kidneys.

05.12.2025, 16:41
How many Kyrgyz citizens have registered a self-ban on lending through "Tunduk"
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How many Kyrgyz citizens have registered a self-ban on lending through "Tunduk"

According to data from the National Bank, from November 1 to December 5, 2025, 65,356 citizens of Kyrgyzstan used the self-ban on lending service available through the "Tunduk" mobile application. Starting from November 1, 2025, a new mechanism was implemented to enhance the financial security of citizens — the "Self-Ban on Lending." This tool was created to protect personal data from fraudsters.

05.12.2025, 16:40
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In Osh, police veteran Sherali Abiev has passed away

Sherali Abiev, a veteran of the police, passed away at the age of 69, as reported by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region. According to the agency's information, the farewell to the retired police colonel took place today, December 5. Abiev served in the internal affairs bodies for many years and held the position of head of the passport office in Osh.

05.12.2025, 16:37
Local news

List of 9 Streets in the Residential Area Kyrgyzstan-1 Where Roads Have Been Repaired. Map

At the meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on housing and communal services, held on December 4, deputy Erkinbek Salymbekov from the "Emgek" party raised the issue of closed access points to Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue. In response, a representative of the Bishkek mayor's office reported that nine streets had been approved for infrastructure improvement, where, in particular, the process of asphalting roads is underway in the Kyrgyzstan-1 area. Next year,

05.12.2025, 16:35
Adylbek Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the progress of the tunnel construction on the section of the railway "China - Kyrgyzstan - Uzbekistan"
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Adylbek Kasymaliev familiarized himself with the progress of the tunnel construction on the section of the railway "China - Kyrgyzstan - Uzbekistan"

Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, visited the construction site of the tunnel on the railway section connecting China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan, in the Toshu-Kutchu area. During the visit, information about the progress of construction work was presented to the head of the Cabinet of Ministers.

05.12.2025, 16:32
The head of the Kyrgyz government assessed the construction of the tunnel on the KKU railway.
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The head of the Kyrgyz government assessed the construction of the tunnel on the KKU railway.

Photo of the Cabinet of Ministers of the KR Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, visited the construction site of the tunnel on the strategic railway "China - Kyrgyzstan - Uzbekistan," located in Tash-Kutchu. This was reported by the government press service. During the visit, he was provided with information about the current state of construction work on this important infrastructure project.

05.12.2025, 16:30
In Kyrgyzstan, a project is launching for planting fruit orchards along the roadsides
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In Kyrgyzstan, a project is launching for planting fruit orchards along the roadsides

According to the Ministry of Agriculture, land plots have already been identified in some regions for the implementation of the project, where fruit trees will be planted, and work will begin in 2026. Taking into account the specific soil and climatic conditions of the regions, the Ministry of Agriculture recommends using specially prepared varieties of fruit and berry crops, grapes, and nuts, as indicated in the document "Zoning of Varieties for 2024–2028".

05.12.2025, 16:27
General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic: Social facility worth 11.1 million soms returned to state ownership
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General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic: Social facility worth 11.1 million soms returned to state ownership

A check conducted by the Prosecutor's Office of the Jalal-Abad region revealed that a land plot of 1,140 square meters and a building of the former health resort in the village of Jiyde were illegally transferred to private ownership, which contradicts current legislation. As a result of the prosecutor's actions, the property valued at 11.1 million soms was successfully returned to state ownership, reports the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic.

05.12.2025, 16:24
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Our Life Abroad: Life in Korea Through the Eyes of Young Mother Albina Sarygulova from Talas: Education, Family, and Adaptation

Turmush continues its series of articles about Kyrgyz people who live, study, and work outside their homeland. 25-year-old Albina Sarygulova, born in Chat-Bazar in the Talas region, is currently studying in the city of Ijeonbu, South Korea. Albina completed her studies at the Faculty of Education of the Kyrgyz National University. In September 2023, she enrolled in Kyungmin University in Ijeonbu in a language program and successfully finished her Korean language course this year.

05.12.2025, 16:22
GIK: In 2026, we will issue 20 thousand apartments
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GIK: In 2026, we will issue 20 thousand apartments

Including - over 4 thousand in Bishkek According to information presented at a briefing by Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the population affairs department, in 2026 the State Mortgage Company (GIK) plans to issue 20 thousand apartments. She emphasized that over the past two years, the organization has achieved record results in implementing the housing program.

05.12.2025, 16:21
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A discussion on security, sovereignty, and regional resilience in Central Asia took place at "Eurasia Kyrgyzstan"

Expert Discussion on Security Issues At the "Eurasia Kyrgyzstan" office, a discussion was held on the topic "CSTO in Central Asia: Security, Sovereignty, Regional Resilience." The event gathered leading analysts and experts, as well as representatives from academic and specialized organizations from Kyrgyzstan and Russia, including participants in a video conference format.

05.12.2025, 16:21
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Kyrgyzstan Nominated for Non-Permanent Membership in the UN Security Council

At the briefing of the permanent representatives of Central Asian countries at the UN in New York, held on December 5, the heads of state of the region called on UN members to support Kyrgyzstan's candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the Security Council for the years 2027-2028. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. Ulugbek Lapasov, the permanent representative of Uzbekistan to the UN, spoke about a meeting that took place on November 16

05.12.2025, 16:21
Economy

The Central Bank of Russia has lifted limits on transfers abroad for friendly countries

Starting from December 8, 2025, the Bank of Russia will lift the previously imposed restrictions on foreign currency transfers abroad for individuals from friendly countries and citizens of the Russian Federation. This decision is related to the currently stable situation in the foreign exchange market, as reported by Interfax. Until that moment, there was a limit on transfers for citizens of Russia and friendly countries, which amounted to no more than $1 million or its equivalent in another

05.12.2025, 16:20
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Employees of the state enterprise for fishery development detained at Issyk-Kul (details)

In the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, employees of a state enterprise engaged in the development of fish farming have been detained, as reported by a Turmush correspondent citing local law enforcement agencies. According to information received by the police, some employees of the enterprise are suspected of illegal fishing. In this regard, the Ton district internal affairs department has initiated a criminal case under Article 310 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, which

05.12.2025, 16:11
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, they want to update the State Guarantees Program. But large funds are needed.

The Ministry of Health has presented a draft of the updated State Guarantees Program (SGP), aimed at improving citizens' access to medical services in Kyrgyzstan, for public discussion. In the justification for the project, it is emphasized that the need to revise the existing SGP, which has been in effect since 2023, is driven by the necessity to create priority, economically efficient, and accessible medical packages for citizens.

05.12.2025, 16:07
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The GKNB reported how the son of a resident of the city of Manas went to fight in Syria and died there.

Turmush — A recent interview with Raziya Ummetova, a resident of the city of Manas, has become a topic of discussion in the media. The woman shared that her son left for Syria in 2015 and has been missing ever since, leaving her in constant anticipation. The press service of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) provided additional information about Nurlan Zholdoshbekovich Umетов, Raziya's son.

05.12.2025, 16:05
Local news

The Ministry of Health proposed a new version of the state guarantees program for medical assistance.

The Ministry of Health has published for discussion a draft of the new resolution "On the Approval of the State Guarantees Program for Providing Citizens with Medical and Sanitary Assistance in the Kyrgyz Republic." The document has been revised. In the note accompanying the draft, it is noted that the new packages of medical services cover the entire process of patient care, including prevention, laboratory studies, provision of medications, and treatment in hospitals, including

05.12.2025, 16:01
Economy

A Gypsum Board Plant Has Opened in Southern Kyrgyzstan

On December 5, a new gypsum board manufacturing plant was officially opened in the village of Dostuk, located in the Suzak district. The event was attended by Adylbek Kasymaliev, who was in the Jalal-Abad region on a working trip, as reported by the government press service. The designed capacity of the plant is 60,000 tons of gypsum powder per year and 10 million square meters of gypsum board annually. The plant has created 80 jobs, and the investment in the project amounted to 11.7 million

05.12.2025, 16:01
The GKNB responded to a resident of Manas: Her son died in Syria
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The GKNB responded to a resident of Manas: Her son died in Syria

In response to the interview, the State Committee for National Security reported that Nurlan Umetov had been criminally prosecuted and was part of a local youth gang. Later, he went to Russia as a labor migrant, where from 2014 to 2015 he fell under the influence of recruiters from the radical group "Katiba Imam al-Bukhari" (KIB). He then moved to Turkey, and from there was transferred to Idlib, Syria, where he joined this organization. According to available data, Umetov underwent

05.12.2025, 15:57
Local news

In Bishkek, violations were found in two baths for burning waste and plastic

In Bishkek, during inspections for compliance with environmental standards, serious violations were discovered in baths related to the burning of garbage and plastic. This became known from a message released by the city hall's press service on December 5. Vice Mayor of Bishkek Azamat Kadyrov, along with representatives of the Municipal Inspection, visited a number of private baths and saunas to verify facts of illegal waste burning.

05.12.2025, 15:56
Incidents / Exclusive

Service vehicle of RES fatally hit a girl. Video

As a result of a tragic incident in the village of Novopokrovka, a young girl died on December 4. This was reported to the editorial office of Kaktus.media by sources in the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region. The traffic accident occurred around 07:46, when a report about the incident was received by the duty unit of the Internal Affairs Department of the Ylyk-Ata district. According to preliminary data, the driver K. A., born in 1982, was driving a VAZ 21214 and, while

05.12.2025, 15:54
WHO completes assessment to identify reasons for low vaccination rates in Kyrgyzstan
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WHO completes assessment to identify reasons for low vaccination rates in Kyrgyzstan

In recent days, WHO experts have collaborated with local healthcare workers to better understand how immunization is being carried out. They conducted surveys in primary healthcare facilities in various regions, including Bishkek and Osh, where they interviewed general practitioners, nurses, and vaccination specialists. The WHO team also explored how healthcare workers communicate with parents, especially those who have doubts about vaccination. As part of the mission, the needs for additional

05.12.2025, 15:52
In Kyrgyzstan, fruit orchards will be planted along the roadsides.
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In Kyrgyzstan, fruit orchards will be planted along the roadsides.

The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced a new project that involves planting fruit orchards along the roadsides. The aim of this initiative is to reduce soil erosion, develop green infrastructure, and strengthen the slopes of the road network. It is planned that within the framework of the project, fruit trees will be planted on sections approximately one kilometer long along the main roads in each region of the country. According to information from the regions, the

05.12.2025, 15:48
Construction Boom. Which Regions Will Get the Most Housing in 2026
Local news / Exclusive

Construction Boom. Which Regions Will Get the Most Housing in 2026

In the upcoming year 2026, around 20,000 apartments are expected to be issued in Kyrgyzstan. This was announced by Gulzat Totubaeva, head of the population engagement department of the State Mortgage Company, at today's briefing. According to her, citizens who are approximately in the 3000th position in the queue in Bishkek will be able to participate in the shared construction program. "We allocate half of the apartments through the shared construction mechanism, where a down

05.12.2025, 15:41
Local news

Tourists took in a dog from Kyrgyzstan and brought it to France

Random encounters can have a significant impact on someone's life. Six months ago, in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, a group of tourists found a dog named Aksai who was alone. They couldn't leave her in distress and decided to help by taking her with them. After that, they sought support from the "Kumayyk" program operating in Kant. Program representatives noted: "Our team helped prepare all the necessary documents, conduct vaccinations, and arrange a passport for Aksai.

05.12.2025, 15:38
Local news

In Bishkek, a police officer issued a fine to a deceased person. The officer was fined for forgery.

In Bishkek, a police officer was fined for official forgery, according to a ruling by the Supreme Court published on the "Digital Justice" platform. Names have been changed. The investigation established that while performing his duties as a district police officer of the Public Security Service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Pervomaisky District, Kamal drafted a protocol on an offense on January 13, 2023. He accused pedestrian A. A. of violating traffic rules, according to

05.12.2025, 15:38
Incidents

Kyrgyzstan woman spoke in an interview with BBC about her son who went to Syria. The GKNB responded.

After the interview with Razia Umetova, a resident of Manas, the State National Security Committee initiated an investigation. In a conversation with the BBC, she spoke about her son, who went to Syria, where an armed conflict has erupted. According to the GKNB, this concerns 33-year-old Nurlan Umetov, a citizen of Kyrgyzstan. "He previously had legal issues and was one of the leaders of a local youth group. Later, Nurlan went to Russia for work, where in 2014-2015 he became a victim of

05.12.2025, 15:33
A new architecture management building has opened in Cholpon-Ata
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A new architecture management building has opened in Cholpon-Ata

In the Issyk-Kul region, in Cholpon-Ata, a ceremonial opening of a new administrative building for the architecture and urban planning management took place. The event was attended by Nurdana Oruntaeva, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, as well as representatives of local authorities and city residents.

05.12.2025, 15:32
Scientists have identified an unexpected factor that increases the risk of stroke in old age
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Scientists have identified an unexpected factor that increases the risk of stroke in old age

Recent studies conducted by scientists from the USA and Canada have revealed that parental divorce in childhood can significantly increase the risk of stroke later in life. This applies even to those who did not experience physical violence. The study involved 13,205 Americans over the age of 65, whose data was collected as part of the national Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System survey. The results of the study were published in the journal PLOS ONE and are discussed on lenta.ru.

05.12.2025, 15:27
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In Russia, restrictions on foreign transfers for citizens of the Russian Federation and "friendly" countries have been lifted

Starting December 8, the Bank of Russia will lift restrictions on foreign currency transfers abroad for Russians and non-residents from "friendly" countries, as stated in the regulator's press release. This decision was made against the backdrop of a "stable situation in the foreign exchange market." These restrictions were introduced in 2022, according to information from the publication "Meduza." Now, Russians and non-residents from "friendly"

05.12.2025, 15:22
The flag of the VI World Nomad Games has been raised on Kilimanjaro
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The flag of the VI World Nomad Games has been raised on Kilimanjaro

President of the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan, Eduard Kubatov, successfully raised the flag of the VI World Nomad Games at an altitude of 5,895 meters — the summit of Kilimanjaro. The state flag of Kyrgyzstan was also raised alongside it. This was reported by the secretariat of the World Nomad Games.

05.12.2025, 15:17
In Bishkek, 290 protocols were issued for 2.9 million soms for burning waste
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In Bishkek, 290 protocols were issued for 2.9 million soms for burning waste

Photo by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office Since the beginning of 2025, the municipal inspection of the Bishkek mayor's office has conducted 204 raids among entrepreneurs and residents of the private sector, checking compliance with environmental standards. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. As a result of inspections regarding the burning of dry grass, as well as household, construction, and sewing waste, 290 protocols were drawn up for

05.12.2025, 15:14
The GKNB confirmed: Kyrgyzstani who appeared in BBC report died in Syria
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The GKNB confirmed: Kyrgyzstani who appeared in BBC report died in Syria

The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) commented on the recent interview with Raziya Umetova, a resident of the city of Manas, who shared her concerns with the BBC about her son who went to the conflict zone in Syria. Photo by SCNS. The citizen of Kyrgyzstan mentioned in the BBC report was killed in Syria Officials confirmed that the individual in question is Nurlan Umetov, born in 1992. He had previously encountered legal issues and was one of the activists of a local youth group.

05.12.2025, 15:12