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Oruntaev: The housing renovation project is ready and awaits consideration by the new convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh
Local news / Exclusive

Oruntaev: The housing renovation project is ready and awaits consideration by the new convocation of the Jogorku Kenesh

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, stated on the air of the program "Elden Sobol" that the housing renovation project for the country has already been completed and is now awaiting discussion by the new composition of the Jogorku Kenesh. He noted that there are houses in the republic built during the 1960s and 1970s, whose service life has already expired.

10.12.2025, 13:22
Local news

Almaty Airport Appeals to Passengers

Due to heavy snowfall and deteriorating visibility, Almaty Airport has warned passengers about possible flight delays, Tengri Travel reports. Due to adverse weather conditions, some flights will be rescheduled for a later time.

10.12.2025, 13:21
In Talas, a large corruption scheme was uncovered: 60 hectares were given to relatives
Incidents

In Talas, a large corruption scheme was uncovered: 60 hectares were given to relatives

Special services of the GKNB detained the head of the Amanbaev rural district and a land issues specialist on suspicion of corrupt actions and abuse of official powers, the press center of the agency reports. According to the case materials, in 2024, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry implemented a project for the installation of a drip irrigation system and water reservoir on 60 hectares of land in the village of Bakayir, funded from the republican budget.

10.12.2025, 13:21
In Kyrgyzstan, the first complex for shock freezing of meat has begun construction.
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, the first complex for shock freezing of meat has begun construction.

Photo by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Laying of the capsule for the construction of the complex In the Alamedin district, in the village of Baytik, a ceremony was held to lay a capsule symbolizing the start of the construction of a multifunctional agro-industrial complex. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Prime Minister and head of the Ministry of Water Resources and

10.12.2025, 13:19
Adylbek Kasymaliev will make a working visit to Russia
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Adylbek Kasymaliev will make a working visit to Russia

On December 11 and 12, 2025, Adylbek Kasymaliev, who is the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and the Head of the Presidential Administration, will go on a working visit to Moscow. According to information provided by the Cabinet of Ministers, during his visit he will participate in the next meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council and will also attend an international conference dedicated to cooperation in science and technology.

10.12.2025, 13:11
A commission has been established to investigate the incident at the "Manas" theater
Local news / Exclusive

A commission has been established to investigate the incident at the "Manas" theater

A conflict occurred at the Kyrgyz National Theatre "Manas," prompting the Ministry of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan to establish a special commission for a detailed investigation of the situation. On December 9, information about a clash between the manaschi appeared on social media, causing public resonance. In response, the ministry sent a commission to objectively study the incident.

10.12.2025, 13:10
Australian teenagers are being turned into guinea pigs. The whole world is watching the experiment.
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Australian teenagers are being turned into guinea pigs. The whole world is watching the experiment.

According to the new law, all social networks will have to block access for users under 16 years old who are located in Australia. Due to the time difference, the law came into effect for Germany on December 9 at 14:00. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese explained the necessity of this measure as a desire to protect youth from excessive screen time and harmful content. The law, titled the "Online Safety Amendment (Social Media Minimum Age) Bill 2024," was passed by parliament a year

10.12.2025, 13:10
News / Education news

The Ministry of Education Delegation Continues Participation in International Events on AI Issues in Baku

In Baku (Azerbaijan), a conference titled "Intellectual Property and Artificial Intelligence" is taking place, with a delegation from the Ministry of Education of Kyrgyzstan participating. The event is organized by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the Intellectual Property Agency of Azerbaijan, as reported by the Ministry of Education.

10.12.2025, 13:04
Local news

The Ministry of Construction issued fines to developers totaling 120 million soms

The Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdana Oruntaev, stated in an interview with the Kabar agency that in 2025, not a single illegal construction was registered in the republic. According to him, in 2023, about 200 facilities were identified as built without proper permits, while in 2025, no illegal construction was initiated.

10.12.2025, 12:59
Local news / Cultural news

Officials of the Ministry of Culture were informed about the new anti-corruption rules and measures of responsibility

At the Ministry of Culture, Information, Printing, and Youth Sports, training was held for employees of the central office, dedicated to new changes in anti-corruption legislation and involving youth in the fight against corruption. According to information from the Ministry of Culture, the purpose of the event was to clarify the norms of new laws that tighten responsibility for corrupt actions. This training was organized in honor of the International Anti-Corruption Day.

10.12.2025, 12:59
Local news

The installation of rotary parking lots in Bishkek cost 7 million soms

In Bishkek, two rotary parking lots have been installed, costing about 7 million soms. This was reported by the city's deputy mayor Azamat Kadyrov at a meeting of the permanent commission of the city council, which deals with issues of municipal property, land provision, urban planning, and architecture. According to Kadyrov, the installation of the parking lots was carried out by the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Parking and Stands".

10.12.2025, 12:57
Putin extended the simplified import of goods from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan to Russia until December 25.
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Putin extended the simplified import of goods from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan to Russia until December 25.

Illustrative photo Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree allowing the extension of the import period for goods from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan without the need for labeling and certificates of origin within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union for two weeks. The previous decree expired on December 10, and the new deadline is December 25. The simplified import applies to goods transported by road across the border between Russia and Kazakhstan and is implemented under certain

10.12.2025, 12:56
A Rare Surgery Performed on a Teenager at the Heart Surgery Research Institute
Local news

A Rare Surgery Performed on a Teenager at the Heart Surgery Research Institute

At the Research Institute of Heart Surgery and Organ Transplantation located in the Kyrgyz Republic, a highly complex surgery was performed aimed at bypassing the descending thoracic aorta and the infrarenal segment, along with the prosthetic reconstruction of the celiac trunk and the arteries of the superior mesenteric and left renal. This procedure helped save the life of a 15-year-old teenager suffering from severe vascular pathology. The young patient was diagnosed with fibromuscular

10.12.2025, 12:55
Sports

Robert Prosinečki appointed head coach of the Kyrgyzstan national football team

Robert Prosinečki has become the new head coach of the Kyrgyzstan national football team, as officially announced by the country's Football Union. The contract was signed today, December 10, in the presence of Kamchybek Tashiev, the chairman of the KFS, and Prosinečki himself. The agreement stipulates that he will hold this position for one year and one month. If the national team performs successfully at the 2027 Asian Cup, the contract may be extended for three years.

10.12.2025, 12:54
Economy

Discussed cooperation with Azerbaijan in the field of shipbuilding

The Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Bakyt Torobaev, held a meeting with Majnun Mamedov, the Minister of Agriculture of Azerbaijan. As part of the visit, the Kyrgyz delegation also visited the Baku Shipyard, the Heydar Aliyev Oil Refinery, and the Trade House of Kyrgyzstan located in Baku.

10.12.2025, 12:53
Economy

33 Processing Enterprises to Be Established in Naryn Region

As part of the initiative by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, the country plans to open 385 processing enterprises. The goal of the project is to increase the level of agricultural product processing to 25% by 2030. As a result of the analysis of the potential for crop and livestock production in the Jalal-Abad region, the establishment of two trade and logistics centers (TLC) and three processing enterprises is planned. They will take into

10.12.2025, 12:52
Kyrgyzstan conducts the largest count of argalis and ibexes in recent years
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Kyrgyzstan conducts the largest count of argalis and ibexes in recent years

Kyrgyzstan has begun work on the international monitoring of wild ungulate populations, such as argali and ibex. According to information from the Ministry of Natural Resources, these activities are timed to coincide with International Mountain Day and are organized within the framework of a Roadmap developed for the Decade of Action to support mountain regions.

10.12.2025, 12:51
News / Education news

The national forum "Validation of Professional Skills - A Step Towards Labor Market Development" took place in Bishkek.

On December 9, a national forum titled "Validation of Professional Skills — A Step Towards Labor Market Development" was held in Bishkek, as reported by the Ministry of Education. The event was attended by Deputy Prime Minister Edil Baisalov, as well as representatives from government agencies, public and international organizations, business associations, and employers.

10.12.2025, 12:50
A unique balbal has been transferred to the National Historical Museum
Local news

A unique balbal has been transferred to the National Historical Museum

The National Historical Museum has been enriched with a new exhibit — a unique balbal that was found in the Chui Valley. The ancient stone idol was donated to the museum by archaeologist and Doctor of Historical Sciences Kubat Tabaldiev, who had kept it in his home for many years. Information about this acquisition was announced by the Ministry of Culture.

10.12.2025, 12:50
Local news / Cultural news

Construction of a new 8-story building of the Kyrgyz National Music College named after M. Kureneev has begun.

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the construction of a new educational institution — the Kyrgyz National Music College named after M. Kureneev — has officially begun. The construction is taking place on the site of the old building located at 162 Panfilova Street, according to information provided by the Ministry of Culture. The previous building was deemed unsuitable for further use due to serious structural damage, violations of sanitary standards, and the engineering systems not

10.12.2025, 12:49
The Ministry of Natural Resources is working on the creation of the natural parks "Arpa," "Alai," and "Arhar"
Ecology / Exclusive

The Ministry of Natural Resources is working on the creation of the natural parks "Arpa," "Alai," and "Arhar"

At the international conference "Water, Mountains, and Glaciers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sustainable Future," Deputy Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision Almaz Musaev emphasized the importance of water management for Kyrgyzstan. He also noted that the country's biodiversity represents a unique and valuable wealth that requires proper protection and management.

10.12.2025, 12:45
Local news

In Osh, students are being transferred en masse to other schools. Parents are outraged.

Parents of students from several schools in Osh have contacted the editorial office of Kaktus.media with complaints that in the middle of the current academic year, their children are being forcibly transferred to other educational institutions. Dissolution of Uzbek ClassesAccording to the parents' statements, the changes primarily affected schools No. 1 named after A. Fedchenko and No. 41 named after K. Abdullayev, where both Russian and Uzbek classes previously operated. According to the

10.12.2025, 12:44
The Return of the Death Penalty. The Constitutional Court has begun to consider the issue.
Local news

The Return of the Death Penalty. The Constitutional Court has begun to consider the issue.

Today, the Constitutional Court of the Kyrgyz Republic began reviewing the president's request concerning amendments to the country's Constitution. The proposed amendments affect the first part of Article 25 of the Constitution and suggest the possibility of introducing the death penalty as a last resort for particularly serious sexual crimes against children, as well as for murders related to rape.

10.12.2025, 12:41
Local news

Parents: The special school for blind children is set to be relocated to Chon-Aryk, the land to be given to an investor.

The boarding school for blind and visually impaired children, located at 37 Kulatov Street, may be moved to Chon-Aryk, as reported by the parents of students on social media. This school has been functioning since 1939 and is in need of major repairs. In September of this year, it was visited by the Minister of Education Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, the Minister of Construction Nurdana Oruntaev, and Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. During the visit, Kasymaliev instructed to develop proposals for

10.12.2025, 12:40
Exclusive

How the "Devil's Cart" Became a Symbol of the Village of Ivanovka

In the village of Ivanovka, located in the Issyk-Ata district of the Chui region, one can still see the historic tractor "Universal VTZ," which became one of the first examples of such machinery produced in the Soviet Union. As reported by librarian Tolgonai Berdibek kyzy from the local library No. 13, this tractor is preserved here as a kind of monument. She shared an interesting fact from an old newspaper published during Soviet times when the village had a collective farm named

10.12.2025, 12:36
Economy

The U.S. Department of Energy has raised its forecast for Brent prices in 2025 to $68.91 per barrel

According to the report from the Energy Information Administration (EIA), the U.S. Department of Energy has revised its forecast for the average price of Brent oil in 2025, increasing it by 0.22 percent to $68.91 per barrel, compared to the previous value of $68.76. Analysts believe that global oil reserves will grow in the coming years, which will have a significant impact on market prices. It is expected that in the first quarter of 2026, the price of Brent oil will drop to $55 and remain at

10.12.2025, 12:35
Incidents

Restrictions for trucks and cars on summer tires introduced in the mountains due to bad weather

Due to the deterioration of weather conditions and the formation of ice on the roads, the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety (GUOBDD) has announced temporary restrictions on traffic through mountain passes. These measures apply to both heavy trucks and passenger cars using summer tires. Patrol officers are checking vehicles for winter tires and anti-skid chains, as well as assessing the overall technical condition of the vehicles. Drivers are advised to avoid long trips unless absolutely

10.12.2025, 12:34
Australia became the first country in the world to ban access to social networks for children.
Local news

Australia became the first country in the world to ban access to social networks for children.

Today, Australia took a historic step, becoming the first country in the world to restrict access to social networks for children under 16 years old. The new law came into effect at midnight local time, as reported by Reuters. According to the new rules, the ten most popular platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, are required to block access for minors, or they face fines of up to 33 million dollars.

10.12.2025, 12:30
UN concerned about the possible return of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan
Local news

UN concerned about the possible return of the death penalty in Kyrgyzstan

At the National Dialogue on Countering Torture and Cruel Treatment held today in Bishkek, the UN Resident Coordinator in Kyrgyzstan, Antje Grave, expressed concern about the possible return of the death penalty to the country. According to her, the death penalty is a form of torture and has no proven deterrent effect.

10.12.2025, 12:29
In the world

Since January, the Trump administration has revoked 85,000 visas of all categories.

Starting from the beginning of 2025, 85,000 visas of various categories have been revoked in the United States, which is more than double the number of revocations from the previous year, according to the State Department. According to CNN data, over 8,000 of the revoked visas are student visas. About 50% of the revocations last year were related to offenses such as driving under the influence, theft, and assaults. The reasons for the remaining visa revocations were not specified.

10.12.2025, 12:26
Exclusive

Five former officials of the Aravan district detained in a corruption case involving land transformation

On December 10, the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Osh region reported the detention of several former state and municipal officials in the Aravan district, suspected of corrupt activities. According to information provided by the police, the detentions were part of an investigation into a criminal case concerning the illegal transformation of land plots in the Ken-Sai area. During this operation, the following individuals were detained:

10.12.2025, 12:24
Excursions / Sports

Former player of "Real" and "Barcelona" became the new coach of the Kyrgyzstan national football team

The Kyrgyz Football Union has announced the appointment of Robert Prosinečki, the Croatian specialist, as the head coach of the national team of Kyrgyzstan. The official ceremony took place today, December 10. In his playing career, Prosinečki played 15 matches for the Yugoslav national team, scoring 4 goals, and 49 matches for the Croatian national team, marking 10 goals.

10.12.2025, 12:24
Exclusive

Avalanches Occurred on the Myrza-Ake—Kara-Kulja—Alaykuu Road — Passage Closed

On the Myrza-Ake—Kara-Kulja—Alaykuu highway, snow avalanches have occurred in several areas, leading to a complete closure of traffic. According to information from the Traffic Safety Department of the Osh Region Internal Affairs Directorate, an avalanche was recorded at the 74.5 kilometer mark of the road, near Tamchy. Additionally, 10 more locations with avalanche formation were discovered on the stretch up to 90 km, which halted traffic on the road.

10.12.2025, 12:22
Incidents

Illegal Land Provision Discovered in Bazar-Korgon

As a result of an inspection conducted by the Prosecutor's Office of the Jalal-Abad region, it was established that officials of the Bazar-Korgon District State Administration, as well as representatives of the Akman Ayil Okmotu and the local Ayil Kenesh, together with the architecture and state registration authorities, illegally included lands intended for agricultural irrigation in the General Plan for the Aigyr-Zhal area. This was reported by the press service of the General

10.12.2025, 12:20
Attacks on KTK: Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry Discussed the Situation with Ukraine
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Attacks on KTK: Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry Discussed the Situation with Ukraine

During his visit to Vienna, where a meeting was held within the framework of the OSCE Council of Foreign Ministers, the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Yerbek Kosherbayev, discussed this incident with his Ukrainian counterpart. Smadiyarov noted that, although he did not participate in the meeting, he was in close proximity and is confident that the issue of KTK was a topic of discussion. He added that no comments would be made on this matter; however, communication with

10.12.2025, 12:18