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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reports on new rules for the stay of citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan

Starting from September 1, 2025, new rules regarding the stay of citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in Kazakhstan have come into effect. According to these rules, if citizens of Kyrgyzstan exceed the permitted duration of stay (90 days within 180 days), restrictions may be imposed on their further entry into the country. Furthermore, starting from December 1, 2025, similar conditions will apply to citizens of Kazakhstan entering Kyrgyzstan.

11.12.2025, 14:38
Local news

Two non-residential premises, including a museum, are being transferred to state ownership by the Bishkek City Hall.

At the meeting of the Bishkek City Council's commission on municipal property, land issues, urban planning, and architecture, held on December 10, information was revealed about the city's intentions to transfer several non-residential premises to state ownership. Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov reported that the municipality is requesting permission for the gratuitous transfer of a non-residential property and a land plot located at the corner of Manas Avenue and Toktogul Street.

11.12.2025, 14:33
"‘Today, drugs are everywhere,’ warns the director of the relevant EU agency"
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"‘Today, drugs are everywhere,’ warns the director of the relevant EU agency"

According to Gusdeel, over the past 10 years in office, he has witnessed significant changes in the field of illegal drug trafficking and the development of initiatives aimed at public health. Gusdeel points out that in the last decade, Europe has seen the emergence of new narcotic substances that attract a wide range of consumers, from those who use them occasionally to those who suffer from addiction and social isolation.

11.12.2025, 14:20
Local news / Cultural news

The film festival "Bir Dүynө - Kyrgyzstan" will open in Bishkek on December 12, and the premiere of the documentary film "Mandat" will take place.

On December 12, the XIX International Festival of Documentary Films on Human Rights titled "Bir Dүynө - Kyrgyzstan 2025" will be inaugurated in Bishkek. On the same day, the premiere of the work by Swiss director Stefan Ziegler — the documentary film "Mandate" — is expected. This was announced at a press conference held on December 11, where the festival organizers: Tolekan Ismailova, Nakynai Aydakeeva, Murat Karypov, Adilet Alimkulov, and the director Stefan Ziegler himself

11.12.2025, 14:19
Bezos and Musk Aim to Move Data Centers to Space
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Bezos and Musk Aim to Move Data Centers to Space

The rivalry between two billionaires in rocket development and satellite launches is already known to many, but now they are directing their efforts towards creating orbital data centers. Authors: Mika Maidenberg and Becky Peterson

11.12.2025, 14:02
Local news / Cultural news

A presentation of a book dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the museum will take place at the Osh Regional Museum of Fine Arts.

On December 18, a presentation of a book will take place at the Osh Regional Museum of Fine Arts named after Turgunbai Sadykov, marking the 20th anniversary of the institution and its contribution to the development of artistic culture in southern Kyrgyzstan. According to the museum, the main goal of the event is to present the results of many years of work on the study and preservation of artistic heritage. The book presentation will occur in the year of the 90th anniversary of the famous

11.12.2025, 13:55
Quality of Construction in the Country: Safety, Control, and Guarantees
Local news / Exclusive

Quality of Construction in the Country: Safety, Control, and Guarantees

In the current year, 15.5 billion soms have been allocated from the republican budget for the construction of 668 facilities across the country. Currently, the construction of about 300 of them has been completed, and they are already in operation. The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, noted that this is a record achievement for the country.

11.12.2025, 13:54
Local news / Exclusive

In Kadamzhai, 22 heads of seized smuggled cattle are being auctioned off.

The Kadamjay City Hall has announced an auction where 22 heads of cattle, seized for attempting illegal import, will be offered for sale, reports the press service of the city hall. A total of 41 heads of cattle were detained during the operation, of which about 20 have already found their buyers. The remaining 22 heads will be put up for auction for the third time.

11.12.2025, 13:54
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: Updated residency rules for citizens of Kyrgyzstan came into effect in Kazakhstan on September 1, 2025
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic: Updated residency rules for citizens of Kyrgyzstan came into effect in Kazakhstan on September 1, 2025

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs draws attention to the new rules that will come into effect on September 1, 2025, for citizens of Kyrgyzstan in Kazakhstan. According to the new rules, citizens of Kyrgyzstan who exceed the established limits of stay (90 days in each 180-day period) may face entry restrictions into Kazakhstan.

11.12.2025, 13:49
Local news / Exclusive

Unusual Chapan Associated with Kurmanjan Datka

In the Osh National Historical and Archaeological Museum Complex "Sulaiman-Too," there is a unique chapan that has an interesting backstory. Patila Zhusueva, a local resident, shared with a Turmush correspondent that she donated this chapan to the museum in 2018.

11.12.2025, 13:46
Health / Exclusive

Incidence of Influenza and ARVI by Districts and Cities of Chuy Region

As of today, there is an increase in the incidence of influenza and ARVI in Kyrgyzstan. In this regard, some educational institutions in various regions are transitioning to distance learning, and a number of kindergartens are closing for quarantine. Turmush correspondent has gathered current data on the situation in educational institutions in the region.

11.12.2025, 13:42
The State Tax Service Implements Automated Property Tax Assessment
Economy / Exclusive

The State Tax Service Implements Automated Property Tax Assessment

The State Tax Service (GNS) is launching a new project for the automated calculation of property tax, made possible by changes in tax legislation. According to the updates made to the Tax Code, property tax will now be calculated and paid directly by the tax authorities at the location of the relevant property or land plot.

11.12.2025, 13:41
Education / Exclusive

Outbreak of ARVI: 22 Kindergartens and a School Closed in Ak-Suysky District

In the Ak-Suy district, in response to the increase in cases of ARVI, a decision was made to close 22 kindergartens and one school starting from December 10, as reported by the local administration. The closure of educational institutions will last until December 17. According to the agency, sharp fluctuations in weather have contributed to the rise in respiratory illnesses among children.

11.12.2025, 13:38
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15-year-old teenager killed under the wheels of a car

A tragedy occurred in the city of Osh: a 15-year-old teenager became a victim of a traffic accident, reports several sources. According to preliminary data, the incident took place on December 9 at 18:20 near a gas station on Razzakov Street, close to the railway tracks.

11.12.2025, 13:37
Local news

Nicolas Sarkozy's Memoirs "Diary of a Prisoner" Released and Immediately Became a Bestseller

On December 10, 2025, the memoirs of Nicolas Sarkozy titled "Diary of a Prisoner" were released. The first excerpts from this work were published on the Politico website. On September 25, the court sentenced Sarkozy to five years in prison with a suspended sentence for participating in a criminal conspiracy related to the illegal financing of his 2007 campaign by Libyan authorities. He began serving his sentence on October 21 but was released on November 10 pending the consideration

11.12.2025, 13:36
Damira: Society Has Not Advanced in Knowledge About HIV as Much as Medicine Has
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Damira: Society Has Not Advanced in Knowledge About HIV as Much as Medicine Has

In Kyrgyzstan, the Republican Center for the Control of Hematogenic Viral Hepatitis and HIV detects about a thousand new cases of HIV each year. Despite the fact that many still perceive HIV as a deadly disease, it has long been considered chronic. One can live with it, managing the situation just as one does with diabetes or hypertension—the main thing is not to delay treatment.

11.12.2025, 13:35
The head of the cabinet congratulated Kyrgyzstanis on International Mountain Day
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The head of the cabinet congratulated Kyrgyzstanis on International Mountain Day

In connection with the initiative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov and the resolution of the UN General Assembly, the International Decade of Action for Mountain Development (2023-2027) has been launched. Our country is actively participating in promoting mountain development issues on the global stage, strengthening international ties. Within the country, consistent work is being carried out to improve the living conditions of the population in mountain areas: developing

11.12.2025, 13:33
A Hidden Factor in Slowing Child Development Discovered
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A Hidden Factor in Slowing Child Development Discovered

In a study published in the Journal of Child Psychology and Psychiatry (JCPP), scientists concluded that high temperatures in early childhood may hinder the acquisition of essential skills. The research team analyzed data on the development of 19,607 children aged 3-4 years from countries such as Georgia, Gambia, Madagascar, Malawi, Sierra Leone, and Palestine, comparing it with precise climate data from 2017 to 2020.

11.12.2025, 13:33
Local news / Exclusive

In one region of Kyrgyzstan, snow fell to a height of up to 1 meter

In the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region, in the rural municipality of Oi-Tal, on December 10, local residents reported significant snowfall — the snow depth reached almost 1 meter. As Suymunkula Amatbek uulu, the head of the Oi-Tal rural administration, reported, the snowfall began on December 9 and reached critical levels by the next day.

11.12.2025, 13:24
Discover Kyrgyzstan Again: The Nomad.kg Tourist Portal Launched
Tourism / Exclusive

Discover Kyrgyzstan Again: The Nomad.kg Tourist Portal Launched

At the "Kabar" agency, a presentation of the new multilingual online portal Nomad.kg took place, which is designed to serve as a modern digital guide to all corners of Kyrgyzstan. This resource has been developed for both local and foreign tourists, providing unique opportunities to explore the country in a new light.

11.12.2025, 13:22
2.5 Million Illegal Migrants Left the USA in a Year
In the world

2.5 Million Illegal Migrants Left the USA in a Year

Illustrative photo The ministry emphasizes that the main focus is on the expulsion of those migrants who pose the greatest danger and have been involved in serious crimes. In the agency's statement, it is also mentioned: "Illegal migrants understand our signal to leave the country. They realize that if they do not do this, we will detain them, and they will no longer be able to return," reports Foxnews.

11.12.2025, 13:15
Winter admission for applicants to universities in Kyrgyzstan starts on December 12.
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Winter admission for applicants to universities in Kyrgyzstan starts on December 12.

The winter competition in universities of Kyrgyzstan, based on the results of the Unified National Testing (ORT), will take place in four stages. All dates can be found on the "Abiturient online" portal. Key dates of the admission campaign: Scans from the website. Scans from the website. It is important to note that the winter admission to universities is conducted exclusively for enrollment in contract places that remained vacant after the summer admission. The results of the ORT

11.12.2025, 13:14
The Governor of St. Petersburg explained why migrants were banned from working as couriers
Local news

The Governor of St. Petersburg explained why migrants were banned from working as couriers

The ban on working as couriers and delivery workers for migrants in St. Petersburg became one of the topics discussed during a live Q&A with residents, where Governor Alexander Beglov noted that this is necessary for the return of foreign workers to the city's communal services. According to him, this measure will help address the staffing shortages in this sector. Illustrative photo

11.12.2025, 13:05
Exclusive

The chief of staff of the president's representative in the Osh region, Ruslan Kubataliev, has received a new position.

Ruslan Kubataliev, who previously held the position of head of the apparatus of the presidential representative in the Osh region, has now been appointed to a new position. According to information provided by the press service of the presidential representative office in the Osh region, he has become the deputy director of the state agency responsible for civil service affairs and local self-government.

11.12.2025, 12:59
More than 6,000 Kyrgyz citizens received assistance during the legal support decade
Local news / Exclusive

More than 6,000 Kyrgyz citizens received assistance during the legal support decade

From December 2 to 11, a decade of legal support took place in Kyrgyzstan, dedicated to Human Rights Day. This was announced at a press conference at the "Kabar" agency by Akjol Kalbekov, the chairman of the Legal Aid Service under the Ministry of Justice. As part of this initiative, consultation platforms operated in all regions of the country, where citizens could receive free legal consultations on various issues. Lawyers, attorneys, as well as representatives of local

11.12.2025, 12:52
Local news

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reminds about the updated residence rules for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic in Kazakhstan

Starting from September 1, 2025, new rules will come into effect for citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic regarding their stay in Kazakhstan, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to the new regulations, citizens of Kyrgyzstan who violate the established stay periods (90 days within a 180-day period) may face entry restrictions into Kazakhstan.

11.12.2025, 12:52
Incidents

In Osh, a schoolboy was fatally hit, the driver has been detained

A tragic incident occurred in the southern capital, Osh, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old schoolboy. This was reported by the press service of the UPSM. According to the available information, on the evening of December 9, on Razzakov Street, a driver of a Honda Fit, born in 1973 and named A.N., hit the teenager who was crossing the road. Unfortunately, the young man died at the scene of the incident.

11.12.2025, 12:47
Economy

The Papa John's franchise is closing in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan

Daniyar Monolbaev, the owner of the Papa John's franchise in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, announced the closure of the chain in these countries through his social media. According to him, this decision was the result of months of declining revenues, increasing expenses, and accumulated debts.

11.12.2025, 12:40
Attempt to smuggle drugs from Kyrgyzstan thwarted in Uzbekistan
Incidents

Attempt to smuggle drugs from Kyrgyzstan thwarted in Uzbekistan

The State Security Service of Uzbekistan reported the thwarting of an attempt to smuggle drugs, during which nearly 3 kilograms of hashish brought from Kyrgyzstan was seized. The incident occurred in the Boston district of the Andijan region. Patrol officers stopped a vehicle traveling from Andijan to Tashkent and, as a result of the inspection, discovered 2 kilograms and 994 grams of the drug, belonging to a 39-year-old resident of Andijan.

11.12.2025, 12:39
Economy

Entrepreneurs from Kyrgyzstan Head to Irkutsk to Establish Cooperation

A reverse business mission took place in Irkutsk, featuring entrepreneurs from Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. This was reported by the press service of the governor of Irkutsk region. This event was organized as part of the national project "Effective and Competitive Economy" and aims to establish new business connections between companies in the Irkutsk region and Central Asia.

11.12.2025, 12:37
Britain has allowed same-sex couples to participate in ice dancing
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Britain has allowed same-sex couples to participate in ice dancing

As reported by the British Ice Skating organization, starting from the 2026/2027 season, same-sex couples will be able to participate in national competitions and championships. However, on the international stage, the rules of the International Skating Union (ISU) will continue to apply, which state that pairs must consist of participants of different genders.

11.12.2025, 12:31
Local news

Strong winds are expected soon in Bishkek and the Chui Valley

In Bishkek and the Chui Valley, strong winds are forecasted in the coming days. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the speed of the eastern wind may reach 15-20 meters per second. The Ministry of Emergency Situations recommends staying in safe places during strong winds. In case of an emergency, it is necessary to immediately call the "112" service, which operates around the clock and accepts calls for free.

11.12.2025, 12:28