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Local news / Exclusive

Compensation for damages exceeding 2 billion soms, 198 officials held accountable — the Prosecutor's Office of the Issyk-Kul Region announced the results of the fight against corruption

The Prosecutor's Office of the Issyk-Kul Region is summarizing its activities in the field of combating corruption. As part of the implementation of the action plan approved by the presidential decree dated June 5, 2024, No. 137 "On the State Strategy for Combating Corruption for 2025–2030," the prosecutor's office organized a series of events dedicated to December 9 — International Anti-Corruption Day.

12.12.2025, 12:22
EAEU Exempts Import Duties on Electric Vehicles in Kyrgyzstan
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EAEU Exempts Import Duties on Electric Vehicles in Kyrgyzstan

According to the EEC, this exemption applies to "pure electric vehicles" (code 8703 80 000 3 of the EAEU Customs Tariff), which will be imported into Belarus in the amount of 20,000 units. Additionally, 15,000 "pure electric vehicles" and "series hybrids" (code 8703 80 000 5 of the EAEU Customs Tariff) will be supplied to Armenia and Kyrgyzstan, respectively. It is important to note that the exemption from customs duties is granted exclusively to citizens who

12.12.2025, 12:22
Tiny elite, 0.001% of the world's population, controls the lion's share of global wealth and power (report "World Inequality")
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Tiny elite, 0.001% of the world's population, controls the lion's share of global wealth and power (report "World Inequality")

According to a new report titled "World Inequality," fewer than 60,000 of the wealthiest people on the planet own wealth equivalent to the assets of half the world's population, reports Euronews. An international group of researchers from the World Inequality Lab presented a detailed analysis that highlights not only the unprecedented concentration of wealth but also its impact on the global economy, politics, and climate.

12.12.2025, 12:21
Local news

An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 occurred early in the morning at the Kyrgyzstan-China border.

Early in the morning on December 12, at 04:52, an earthquake with a magnitude of 3.5 occurred at the Kyrgyzstan-China border. According to information from the Institute of Seismology of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan, the epicenter was located in China, 30 km southeast of the village of Nura, as well as 32 km southeast of Irkeshtam and 38 km southeast of Ikizak.

12.12.2025, 12:17
Education / Exclusive

Aksatbek Dykhanbaev appointed head of the At-Bashinsky District Department of Education

Aksatbek Tölömüshovich Dıykanbaev has been appointed as the head of the education department in the At-Bashinsky district. In 1994, he completed his studies at secondary school No. 2 named after V.P. Chkalov and immediately enrolled in Bishkek Humanities University, where he graduated from the Faculty of Kyrgyz and Russian Languages in 1999, becoming a teacher of the Russian language and literature.

12.12.2025, 12:16
Corruption in Forensic Psychiatry: The State National Security Committee Detained Six Expert Doctors
Incidents / Exclusive

Corruption in Forensic Psychiatry: The State National Security Committee Detained Six Expert Doctors

During the investigation conducted by the State National Security Committee, an organized corruption scheme related to forensic psychiatric examinations was uncovered. In particular, employees of the Republican Center for Psychiatry and Narcology, acting in the interests of defendants in serious criminal cases, fraudulently assigned the status of "insane" for monetary rewards, allowing them to evade criminal liability. According to available information, in mid-2025, six expert

12.12.2025, 12:11
Local news

The President of Kyrgyzstan made changes to the composition of the organizing committee of the IV People's Kurultai.

The President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, signed decree No. 351 on December 8, 2025, which makes changes to the composition of the organizational committee responsible for holding the IV People's Kurultai. According to this decree, the following individuals have been removed from the committee: Marat Imankulov, Kudaybergen Bazarbaev, Elchibek Jantayev, Kanat Jumagaziev, and Mariyakan Uturbaeva. The IV People's Kurultai is scheduled for December 25, 2025. The updated composition of

12.12.2025, 12:11
Local news / Exclusive

A festive event was organized for 350 residents of the Nizhne-Serafimovsky social institution.

In the village of Lower Serafimovka, located in the Issyk-Ata district, a charitable event was held, organized by police officers at the nursing home for the elderly and people with disabilities named after B. Salieva. According to information from the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, officers from the rural police station of the Manas ayil district in the Sokuluk region participated in this charity marathon. They visited the nursing home and arranged

12.12.2025, 12:06
Incidents

Detention of the Blogger. Comment from the State Committee for National Security

According to the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), the author of interethnic provocative posts on social media has been detained. In connection with this incident, a criminal case has been initiated under Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic "Incitement of racial, ethnic, national, religious, or interregional enmity (hatred)," and the detainee T. A. D. has been placed in the pre-trial detention center of the GKNB of the Kyrgyz Republic. Investigative

12.12.2025, 12:05
14-Year-Old Aydai Bayitova, Who Was Considered Missing, Has Been Found
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14-Year-Old Aydai Bayitova, Who Was Considered Missing, Has Been Found

Aydai Bayitova, a 14-year-old girl, was found in the new building "Kalyis-Ordo". According to the press service of the Pervomaisky District Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, her health condition is satisfactory. Search operations were conducted with the participation of employees from the Pervomaisky District Department of Internal Affairs. Currently, all circumstances related to this incident are being established.

12.12.2025, 12:03
Local news / Exclusive

In the city of Naryn, infrastructure projects were discussed

On December 10, a meeting of the Coordination Committee for the Naryn Urban Resilience Program (NURP) took place in Naryn. Representatives from the local administration, development partners, and other stakeholders participated in this event to discuss the current status of the program and outline plans for its further implementation.

12.12.2025, 12:03
Local news / Exclusive

At-Bashy Kindergarten Held an Event Dedicated to the 100th Anniversary of Chyngyz Aitmatov

In the village of Ak-Zhar in the At-Bashinsky district, an event was held at the kindergarten "Ak-Zhar Sezimi" dedicated to the centenary of the birth of Chyngyz Aitmatov, which is celebrated on December 12. This event became part of the decree of the President of Kyrgyzstan No. 369 "Uluu Dem — Duyunoluk Dengheel", the aim of which is to immortalize the memory and creativity of the outstanding writer.

12.12.2025, 11:59
Local news

Vaccination Does Not Lead to the Development of Autism - New WHO Analysis

A recent analysis conducted by an international group of specialists from the World Health Organization (WHO) confirmed that there is no evidence of a link between vaccination and the onset of autism. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced these findings at a press conference held in Geneva. “We are pleased to report on a new study by the Global Advisory Committee on Vaccine Safety, which, based on available data, found no causal relationship between vaccines and autism,” he

12.12.2025, 11:58
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A series of traffic accidents occurred in the Boom Gorge due to icy conditions

In the Boom Gorge area on the Bishkek-Balykchy highway, several road traffic accidents occurred, as reported by witnesses. According to eyewitnesses, the accidents happened on December 11 between 10:00 PM and 10:30 PM, when drivers were heading from Bishkek to Balykchy. Drivers noted that the road surface was extremely slippery, which led to the incidents.

12.12.2025, 11:58
Local news

The roads in the passes of Kyrgyzstan are cleared and open

Today it became known that the roads passing through the passes of Kyrgyzstan are open for traffic without any restrictions. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications. According to their information, the restrictions for heavy trucks have been lifted at the Ala-Bel pass, which is located on the Bishkek — Osh highway. The weather at the Too-Ashuu pass is cloudy, but traffic is also free. At the Soook pass, where the Barskoon — Ak-Shiyrak

12.12.2025, 11:55
Local news / Exclusive

Life in the Regions: Gulnara Sydykova Gave Birth to 7 Children and Prepares Food for Soldiers in the Talas Region

The senior cook of military unit 2029 of the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security in the Talas region, a mother of many children, Sergeant Gulnara Sydykova, has been awarded the honorary title of "Baatyr Ene" ("Heroine Mother"). The commander and the team of the military unit congratulated Gulnara on this title, noting her hard work, diligence, and the example she sets as a mother of many children.

12.12.2025, 11:54
Local news / Culture / Exclusive

Photo - The village of Zeleny Gai on Issyk-Kul, which supplied food to an entire resort

In the Issyk-Kul region, there is a small village called Zeleny Gai, which became part of the Jetiy-Oguz rural district as a result of administrative-territorial reform. This village once played an important role in supplying the "Jetiy-Oguz" resort, attracting vacationers not only from various corners of Kyrgyzstan but also from other republics of the former Soviet Union. During Soviet times, Zeleny Gai remained in the shadow of the more famous Jetiy-Oguz, which became renowned as

12.12.2025, 11:52
The ruble has significantly dropped, the tenge is also depreciating. Currency exchange rates as of December 12.
Economy

The ruble has significantly dropped, the tenge is also depreciating. Currency exchange rates as of December 12.

Photo from the internet. The Chinese yuan demonstrates stability and continues to reach a new annual maximum value According to the latest data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and the capital's exchange points, the euro and the Chinese yuan have risen, while the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge have noticeably lost value. The US dollar remained at the same level. US Dollar:

12.12.2025, 11:50
The study explained why physical activity reduces the risk of cancer
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The study explained why physical activity reduces the risk of cancer

For a long time, scientists have known that physical activity can reduce the likelihood of developing cancer, but the mechanism behind this phenomenon remained unclear. However, a new study conducted on mice has provided important clues: it turns out that exercising alters metabolism, supplying muscle cells with the necessary energy, while cancer cells lose access to the resources needed for growth. In the experiment, mice with breast tumors and melanoma were divided into groups based on their

12.12.2025, 11:50
Events / Sports

The Cabinet of Ministers reduced the registration period for sports educators from 30 to 15 days

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed Resolution No. 786 on December 8, 2025, which introduces changes to the process of registering professional educators in the field of physical education and sports. The amendments pertain to Government Resolution No. 596, which has been in effect since November 11, 2013, and established the procedure for registering individuals engaged in professional pedagogical and educational activities in institutions of

12.12.2025, 11:48
Incidents

Storm Warning: Strong Winds Expected in Bishkek and Chui Region

The press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations reports an upcoming increase in wind in Bishkek and the Chui region, expected within the next hour and throughout the day. According to the agency's information, the eastern wind may reach speeds of 15-20 meters per second.

12.12.2025, 11:47
Incidents

The Boom Gorge has turned into an ice rink: drivers complain about mass accidents

At night, the Boom Gorge faced serious road issues. A sharp drop in temperature and precipitation led to the formation of ice on the roadway, creating extremely unfavorable conditions for driving. According to testimonies from drivers and witnesses, numerous accidents occurred on the highway. Cars skidded, lost control, and ended up across the road, while some vehicles veered off to the side. In certain areas, traffic was severely hindered. Drivers express dissatisfaction regarding the severe

12.12.2025, 11:47
Incidents

In the village of Toru-Aygyr, strong winds damaged the solar panels at the station

In the Issyk-Kul region, in the village of Toru-Aygyr, strong winds caused damage to solar panels at a construction site for a power plant. This station, located near the village, is a significant project for the renewable energy sector in Kyrgyzstan. Its capacity is expected to be around 300 megawatts, which will significantly increase the share of clean energy in the national energy system.

12.12.2025, 11:45
The Central Election Commission will announce the date of new elections for District No. 13 within a month – Shainazarov
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The Central Election Commission will announce the date of new elections for District No. 13 within a month – Shainazarov

Tynchtyk Shainazarov, the head of the Central Election Commission, informed journalists that in accordance with the legislation, the date for new elections in electoral district No. 13 will be determined within a month, and the elections themselves must take place within two months. The CEC previously clarified that according to constitutional law, it is not permitted to re-nominate candidates who have already participated in the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz

12.12.2025, 11:44
Elected deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh spent over 739 million soms on elections
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Elected deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh spent over 739 million soms on elections

According to the provided reports, the total amount of funds received in special accounts of the electoral funds was 739,188,078 soms, and the same amount was spent. There are no funds left in the accounts, indicating the complete use of the election budget. The financial reports of the candidates and the political party "Yntymak" were prepared in accordance with the requirements of the electoral legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic. All financial operations comply with established

12.12.2025, 11:42
News / Education news

Ministers of Education of Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan Discussed Transition to 12-Year Education

On December 11, an international conference titled "The Role of Women in Modern Society: Developing International Cooperation to Achieve the Sustainable Development Goals" took place in Turkmenistan, where the Minister of Education of Kyrgyzstan, Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva, actively participated. According to the press service of the Ministry of Education, Kendirbaeva also visited the Monument of Neutrality in Ashgabat, which is a significant symbol of Turkmenistan's independence and

12.12.2025, 11:37
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In the village of Kozhomkul, a residential house burned down

In the Sokuluk district, in the village of Kozhomkul (formerly known as Voenno-Antonovka), a fire occurred in a residential building on December 11, which was quickly extinguished by firefighters. According to information from the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Chui region, the incident took place on Ala-Archa Street. Three firefighting units were involved in extinguishing the fire. The first two crews from the Sokuluk District Fire and Rescue Unit No. 23 arrived at the scene at 05:34,

12.12.2025, 11:36
World Boxing Championship. Kyrgyzstani Ikhtiyar Nishonov Wins Bronze
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World Boxing Championship. Kyrgyzstani Ikhtiyar Nishonov Wins Bronze

Photo from the internet. Ikhtiyar Nishonov At the World Boxing Championship currently taking place in Dubai, Kyrgyzstani boxer Ikhtiyar Nishonov won a bronze medal, as reported by the country's boxing federation. In the semifinal match in the under 71-kilogram category, Nishonov was defeated by Kazakhstani Aiblaykhan Zhusupov.

12.12.2025, 11:33
New Rules for Investors. Kyrgyzstan is Preparing a Transparent Competitive Mechanism
Economy / Exclusive

New Rules for Investors. Kyrgyzstan is Preparing a Transparent Competitive Mechanism

The National Investment Agency of the Kyrgyz Republic has presented a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers regarding the "Procedure for conducting competitions for investment projects and proposals" for public discussion. This document aims to implement the provisions of Article 29 of the Law "On Investments in the Kyrgyz Republic," adopted on August 12, 2025. According to the explanatory note, the main goal of the new draft is to approve a modern Procedure for

12.12.2025, 11:26
Detained the author of provocative posts on social media – GKNB
Incidents / Exclusive

Detained the author of provocative posts on social media – GKNB

In order to prevent interethnic strife, a citizen identified as T.A.D. has been detained, according to information provided by the State Committee for National Security (GKNB). It is reported that the suspect regularly posted provocative content on social media, demonstrating his dislike for a particular nationality, which could lead to incitement of interethnic hatred and cause mass unrest.

12.12.2025, 11:26
The State Committee for National Security reported details of the detention of Aibek Tenizbay.
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The State Committee for National Security reported details of the detention of Aibek Tenizbay.

According to the GKNB, a criminal case has been initiated against "T.A.D." on the grounds of a crime provided for by Article 330 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning "incitement of racial, ethnic, national, religious, interregional enmity (hatred)." During the investigative actions, it was established that the publications of the detained individual indeed contain signs of incitement to interethnic hostility. At present, "T.A.D." has been placed

12.12.2025, 11:24
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The Ministry of Construction of Kyrgyzstan suspended the license of the construction company "Glav Tech Invest" for violations

As a result of the inspection conducted after citizens' appeals, an administrative act was drawn up and a fine of 200,000 soms was imposed. The company was also issued a written order, and construction work was temporarily halted until the identified violations were rectified. However, on December 11, the company "Glav Tech Invest" was again held administratively liable for ignoring the previously issued order and continuing construction work with violations. As a result, a new

12.12.2025, 11:23
The Prime Minister of Thailand Dissolved Parliament to "Return Power to the People"
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The Prime Minister of Thailand Dissolved Parliament to "Return Power to the People"

According to the BBC, the dissolution of parliament occurred against the backdrop of renewed clashes at the border with Cambodia, which resulted in at least 20 deaths and hundreds of thousands being forced to leave their homes. In his decree, Anutin noted that "the most reasonable decision would be to dissolve parliament, which will allow political power to be returned to the people."

12.12.2025, 11:19
Incidents

The Head of the Traffic Police Criticized the Work of the Road Police in Balakchi and the Kemin District

Azenbek Kozukeiev, head of the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, conducted an inspection of the road safety staff in Balakchy, located in the Issyk-Kul region, and in the Kemin district of the Chui region. According to the press service of the Main Department for Road Traffic Safety, this inspection was aimed at assessing measures to prevent road traffic accidents during the winter period. During the inspection, Kozukeiev identified several

12.12.2025, 11:16
News / Education news

The Cabinet allocated 132.9 million soms for increasing salaries of employees in research institutions

On December 8, 2025, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed Resolution No. 1074, which concerns the allocation of funds to increase the salaries of employees of scientific institutions. According to this resolution, the Ministry of Finance will allocate 132 million 929 thousand 200 soms from the republican budget for 2025 for the following needs:

12.12.2025, 11:15