Chuya Boxers Won Medals at the SCO Tournament in China

The tournament of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization has concluded in China, where Kyrgyzstani boxers, including representatives from the Chui region, demonstrated impressive results, as reported by a correspondent from Turmush citing the mayor's office of Shopokov. According to the mayor's office, the international boxing competition took place in the demonstration zone for winter sports of the SCO, located in Harbin. Five boxers represented Kyrgyzstan in the tournament, among

The European Union has introduced the 20th package of sanctions against Russia

The European Union has decided to introduce the 20th package of sanctions against Russia. This decision was approved by the heads of the foreign ministries of the EU member states, who agreed on new measures against 17 individuals and legal entities. As part of this package of restrictive measures, actions are planned against the so-called "shadow fleet," and for the first time, a U.S. citizen has been included in the sanctions list.

Tumanbaev: In the past, our rights were bought in the basements of Moscow. Now it is impossible to do this.

Kanibek Tumanbaev showed journalists a new sample of the vehicle registration certificate, stating that it is impossible to forge. He explained that the technical passport is not just a piece of paper, but a document with six levels of protection.

Ministry of Agriculture: Autumn sowing in Kyrgyzstan completed at 62.4% — 155.6 thousand hectares sown

According to the information from the agency, as of today, 62.4% of the total volume of work has been completed. Currently, 147.6 thousand hectares of winter wheat have been sown, of which 66.6 thousand hectares are on rain-fed lands, and 80.9 thousand hectares are on irrigated lands. In addition, winter barley occupies 8037.5 hectares, including 2976.9 hectares on irrigated lands and 5060.6 hectares on rain-fed lands.

Drip and sprinkler irrigation systems will be installed in Kyrgyzstan

It is planned to equip 5,270 hectares of agricultural land In Kyrgyzstan, in 2026, the installation of drip and sprinkler irrigation systems will begin, covering 5,270 hectares of agricultural land. This information comes from the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture.

Free Legal Assistance. State Guarantee of Citizens' Rights Protection

— The system providing free legal assistance was introduced in 1993 and officially enshrined in the law "On State Guaranteed Legal Assistance," adopted in 2009. In 2016, a Coordination Center was established under the Ministry of Justice, responsible for facilitating interaction between lawyers and those in need of legal assistance. In 2022, this law was amended, and the Center was transformed into a Legal Assistance Service under the ministry's control. The main task of the

In Naryn, the main New Year tree was solemnly lit up

On December 15, a ceremony was held in Naryn to mark the lighting of the city's main New Year tree. According to the city administration, the height of the new tree is 12 meters, and its width is 4 meters. This year, 47,000 soms were allocated for its decoration.

Shooting on the Beach in Australia: Tokayev Sent a Telegram of Condolences

In his address, President Tokayev expressed support for the families and loved ones of the victims, as well as wishing a speedy recovery to all those injured. He strongly condemned this act of violence and confirmed that Kazakhstan stands with the people of Australia during this difficult time, as noted in the official statement.

Kyrgyzstanis can learn about their medical rights through a new digital service

At a recent Cabinet meeting, a new initiative was presented — the "Right to Health" service, which will allow citizens of Kyrgyzstan to obtain information about their medical rights. This has resulted from two reforms under the "Government Accelerators" program. Now, more than 5.2 million citizens, which accounts for about 70% of the population, insured under mandatory health insurance, will be able to easily and quickly receive personalized information about the medical

ARVI and influenza: In Kyrgyzstan, 526 schools have switched to online learning, 403 kindergartens have been closed for quarantine.

As of December 15, 526 schools in Kyrgyzstan have started conducting classes in an online format due to the incubation period, as reported by the Ministry of Health. This decision was made in connection with the deterioration of the epidemiological situation related to ARVI and influenza in the country.

In the Sokuluk District, a regulating reservoir worth 43 million soms was returned to the state.

- In the Sokuluk district, a state-regulated reservoir valued at 43 million soms has been returned. This was reported by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office of the Kyrgyz Republic. An inspection conducted by the prosecutor's office revealed that this reservoir, located in the village of Aral of the Sary-Ozön rural administration and covering an area of 12.3 hectares, was unlawfully transferred to private hands in 2005-2006 by the local administration known as the

WHO Reaffirms Lack of Link Between Vaccines and Autism

The position has been reaffirmed that vaccination is not linked to the development of autism. This information was announced by representatives of the Republican Center for Health Promotion and Mass Communication. The Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety of the World Health Organization (WHO) conducted an analysis of 31 significant studies published from 2010 to August 2025. The research included data from various countries and concerned different vaccines, including those containing

In Bishkek, the creation of a military alliance of Turkic states within the CSTO was discussed

The round table on the topic "Foreign Policy Results of the Year for Kyrgyzstan: From Collective Security to Turkic Integration," organized by the CEI "Oiy Ordo," gathered participants to discuss the outcomes of Kyrgyzstan's chairmanship in the CSTO and the Turkic Council, as well as its role on the international stage in 2025. Igor Shestakov, director of the Center and political scientist, noted that Kyrgyzstan's current foreign policy agenda has been rich.

Employees of the Alamudun District Department of Internal Affairs detained a foreigner suspected of theft from a store in the village of Tash-Dobo

The Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reports the detention of a foreigner suspected of thefts. A woman named D.G., born in 1980, approached the local police department in the Alamudun district. She reported that on November 27, 2025, an unknown criminal broke the window of her private store "D," located in the village of Tash-Dobo, and stole 25,000 soms from the cash register, as well as tobacco products worth over 200,000 soms, after which he fled the scene.

The GKNB detained the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the KR Security Service Department

The head of the Security Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic was detained by the officers of the State National Security Committee (GKNB) on suspicion of corrupt activities. According to information provided by the state committee, on December 10, 2025, within the framework of a criminal case initiated, Colonel of Police A.T.A. was detained. During the investigation, it was revealed that he systematically extorted money from his subordinates.

Anara Baigabatova Appointed Director of the Naryn Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum

Anara Kazakbaevna Baigabatova has been appointed as the director of the Naryn State Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum named after Kaken Mambetaliev. According to information provided by the Ministry of Culture, Information and Youth Policy, Anara Baigabatova will begin her duties as museum director on December 12, 2025, with a probation period set for three months.

The Bishkek - Osh route has been reopened after a rockfall

Traffic on the road has been restored After the completion of clearing works, the Bishkek – Osh road has been reopened for traffic. This became possible due to the removal of stones that had fallen from the mountainside the day before. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, traffic is now restored in both directions, and fortunately, no one was injured.

Call Center: On Maksat Street in the "Kolmo" Residential Area - No Passage, No Access. Response from the City Hall

On December 15, residents of Maksat Street, located in the residential area "Kolmo" in the northwest of Bishkek, contacted the Call Center Kaktus.media with a request for road surface repairs. According to them, the length of the street is only 400 meters, but it has become extremely difficult to navigate due to the poor condition of the asphalt. After rains, the road turns into a real ditch. "Repair work on the pipes was carried out, but everything remained as it is. The

The Cabinet banned the holding of New Year's corporate parties. But officials misunderstood this.

The ban on New Year corporate parties has been introduced for state institutions, as reported by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the chairman of the cabinet of ministers. According to him, traditionally, New Year events were held in government agencies and ministries, which sometimes led to unjustified expenses. Employees also often gave gifts to their superiors, which took up time and resources.

Zlatan Ibrahimović Will Be the Torchbearer for the 2026 Olympics

It was previously announced that the former striker of the Swedish national team has been chosen as one of the torchbearers and will participate in the opening of the Olympic Games. On his page on the social network X, he signed a photo with the torch and the mascots of the competition with the phrase "Soon...", tagging the official account of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The editor-in-chief of KazTAG stated about torture

As reported by a KazTAG correspondent, Kasenov spoke about torture. He emphasized that "all these events are the result of an illegal criminal case initiated by the Almaty police at the behest of Turlov and the Freedom Finance company, violating all norms of legislation." This statement was made by Kasenov in his video address published on his social media page.

A Four-Story Shopping Center Opened in Manas

On December 15, a new four-story shopping center was opened in Manas, as reported by the local mayor's office. The ceremony was attended by Mayor Ernisbek Ormokov, Chairman of the City Council Nurtilek Bolotov, as well as business representatives and local residents.

<b>Anar Baigabatova</b> appointed director of the Naryn Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum

Anar Baigabatova was appointed as the director of the Naryn State Regional Historical and Ethnographic Museum named after Kaken Mambetaliev on December 12. Her appointment is accompanied by a probation period that will last three months, according to an order signed by the Minister of Culture. Anar Kazakbaevna Baigabatova was born on December 15, 1966, in the village of Bolshevik, located in the Moscow district of the Chui region. In 1988, she completed her studies at the Faculty of Mathematics

Kyrgyzstan and its neighbors praised at the UN for resolving border issues

The progress of Central Asia in resolving border issues received high praise at a UN meeting, according to information from the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The meeting, held on December 15 under the chairmanship of Germany, was organized at the initiative of Kyrgyzstan and showcased the successes of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan in resolving cross-border disputes.

In the Jumgal District, a new backhoe loader was purchased for 4.1 million soms

In the Aymak of Chayek, located in the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, a modern backhoe loader worth 4.1 million soms has been acquired, as reported by Turmush correspondent. The equipment, manufactured in 2025, was purchased for 4 million 199 thousand 999 soms. The supply of the backhoe loader was carried out by the company LLC "Weicheng Group Co. LTD" for the Ayil Okmotu of Chayek.

Kamchybek Tashiev Gathered Security Forces Generals at the GKNB Headquarters for the First Time

The meeting was held in an informal format Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the GKNB, organized a meeting with the generals of the security agencies at the service's headquarters on the instructions of President Sadyr Japarov. This was reported by the GKNB press service.

Aibek Mambetkaziev Appointed First Deputy Akim of Panfilov District

Aibek Mambetkaziev has been appointed as the first deputy akim of the Panfilov district in the Chui region. This appointment was approved by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The new first deputy was introduced to the staff on December 15 by the akim of the Panfilov district, Bekmaat Masaidov.

The main New Year tree of the country was lit in Bishkek.

Adilet Zhumaeva explained the reasons for the malfunction in the "Tunduk" application.

Adilet Zhumaeva, the chairwoman of the board of OJSC "Tunduk," explained the reasons why the application may sometimes not work. In an interview on "Birinchi Radio," she emphasized that temporary disruptions can occur during the process of adding new services and features to the mobile application.

No Kyrgyz nationals among the victims of the terrorist attack in Sydney — Ministry of Foreign Affairs

On December 15, a terrorist act occurred in Sydney, as a result of which, fortunately, there are no citizens of Kyrgyzstan among the victims. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Kyrgyz diplomatic institutions maintain constant contact with Kyrgyz citizens located in Australia.

The Too-Ashuu Pass is once again open for heavy vehicle traffic

The Ala-Bel Pass still has restrictions for heavy vehicles According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport, all roads in the country's passes are open for traffic. Road services continue to tirelessly carry out work on clearing and treating the roads with a sand-salt mixture.

Citizens of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan Freed from Slavery in Myanmar

Citizens of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan have been freed from slavery in Myanmar, as reported by the publication Kun.uz.

The GKNB has detained the head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service of the Kyrgyz Republic.

On December 10, 2025, employees of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic detained police colonel A.T.A., who held the position of head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, on suspicion of regularly receiving bribes from subordinates.

Central Asia is Losing Water: Available Resources Have Decreased by 12%

According to data from the new AQUASTAT database review published by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the availability of renewable water resources per capita continues to decline, having decreased by another 7% over the past ten years. This data pertains to freshwater resources, which are replenished annually through natural hydrological processes. FAO defines the level of water scarcity using the "water stress" indicator, which indicates the percentage of water withdrawn

The National Bank will hold an auction for the placement of 7-day notes on December 16.

- On December 16, 2025, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic plans to hold an auction for the placement of notes with a seven-day maturity period, as reported by the bank itself. Key parameters of the auction:

Thrombolytic Therapy in Myocardial Infarction — Benefits and Harms. Commentary by Professor Pershukov

Thrombolytic therapy is an important stage in the treatment of myocardial infarction, which has already saved many lives. However, improper use of this method can lead to serious and potentially fatal complications. Professor and Doctor of Medical Sciences Igor Pershukov discussed the indications, risks, and dangerous mistakes associated with thrombolysis. Professor Pershukov heads the Department of Hospital Therapy with a course in Radiological Diagnostics and Oncology at Jalal-Abad State

Incidence of ARVI and influenza in Kyrgyzstan decreased by 11.7% - weekly data

According to the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, the incidence of ARVI and influenza in the country has decreased by 11.7%. In the 50th week of 2025 (from December 8 to December 14), 37,629 cases of illness were registered, which is 11.7% less compared to the 49th week, when 42,561 cases were recorded. Among the sick, 72.2% are children under 14 years old.

In Bishkek, the asphalt has collapsed at the intersection of Moskovskaya and Kuliev streets.

At the intersection of Moscow and Kuliev streets in Bishkek, the asphalt surface has collapsed. This is reported by witnesses of the event. Eyewitnesses state that the damage to the roadway has caused traffic issues, leading to the formation of traffic jams in this area.

The incidence of influenza and ARVI in Kyrgyzstan has decreased

According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Health, the number of cases of ARVI and influenza in Kyrgyzstan has decreased. In the 50th week of 2025 (from December 8 to December 14), 37,629 cases were registered, indicating an 11.7% decrease in morbidity.

The ceremony for lighting the main Christmas tree of the country in Bishkek was attended by more than 10,000 people.

Yesterday, a bright celebration took place in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek — the ceremony of lighting the main Christmas tree of the country, which gathered more than 10,000 participants. This event became one of the largest New Year celebrations of the year. According to information from the Bishkek Department of Internal Affairs, over 1,000 law enforcement officers were involved in maintaining public order at the event. The police operated in an enhanced mode, ensuring safety throughout the

The restriction for trucks has been lifted at the Too-Ashuu pass

As of the morning of December 16, at 9:00, the restriction for trucks on the Too-Ashuu pass has been lifted. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to the information provided, work is currently ongoing to clear the road and cover it with inert materials.

In the Sokuluk District, a regulating reservoir has been returned to the state

In the Sokuluk district, a significant legal initiative has taken place: a regulating reservoir, valued at 43 million soms, has once again become state property. This became known thanks to information from the General Prosecutor's Office. According to reports from the prosecutor's office, during an inspection, the supervisory authority of the district found that the reservoir, located in the village of Aral of the Sary-Özön rural administration and covering an area of 12.3 hectares,

During the lighting of the Christmas tree in Bishkek, six children went missing

The central Ala-Too square in Bishkek became the venue for the festive ceremony of lighting the main New Year tree, which gathered more than 10,000 spectators. This was reported by the press service of the capital's police department. To ensure safety at the event, over 1,000 law enforcement officers were deployed.

A municipal wire production workshop opened in the Naryn village of Baizak

In the Naryn region, in the village of Baizak in the Jumgal district, a new workshop specializing in wire mesh weaving has started operating, as reported by our correspondent from the region. Currently, six local residents have found employment at this new enterprise. The workshop was opened after the renovation of the municipal warehouse on K. Nazarbek Street was completed.

In Naryn, a boiler house is being reconstructed for 192 million soms using heat pumps

In Naryn, the reconstruction of the boiler house, which provides heat to 719 residential buildings and 8 institutions, is currently underway. This was reported by Turmush correspondents at the municipal enterprise "Naryn Heating Supply" ("Нарын жылуулук берүү"). According to information from the department, the total cost of the project is 192 million soms. This year, a significant project is being implemented in the city of Naryn, which is the first of its kind in the

In Osh, the updated stadium compliant with FIFA standards was officially opened

The work was funded from the state budget A ceremonial opening of the new stadium took place in Osh, where all FIFA requirements were met. This was reported by local authorities.

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on December 16

Information about the exchange rates was collected from the websites of commercial banks. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. The data is current as of the time of publication. The indicated rates apply to cash currency exchange and may change throughout the day.

Trump filed a lawsuit against the BBC for five billion dollars

In his lawsuit, Trump's lawyers claim that the BBC violated commercial law by deliberately distorting his statements on the day his supporters stormed the Capitol. The BBC management has not yet commented on the lawsuit situation. In November, the BBC had already apologized to Trump for editing his speeches but rejected his compensation demands, citing a lack of grounds for defamation claims. At that time, Trump announced his intention to file a lawsuit, telling reporters, "I believe