In Tashkent, 945 thousand units of pyrotechnics, confiscated by customs and law enforcement agencies, were destroyed in a special operation. According to the Customs Committee, attempts to import this prohibited item began in the summer, with Kyrgyzstan being the main source of supplies.
Photo courtesy of the Bishkek City Hall press service According to information provided by the Bishkek City Hall press service, cold water supply will be suspended in the residential area of "Altyn Ordo" on December 29 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM. This will affect not only residential buildings but also educational institutions, kindergartens, medical facilities, and other social and production establishments. The reason for the shutdown is the need to carry out work on pipeline
The meeting between Putin and Nazarbayev was a continuation of their dialogue, which began during previous meetings, the last of which took place on May 29, 2025. It is also noted that exactly a year ago, Nazarbayev was received by Putin at his residence in Novo-Ogaryovo, near Moscow.
Starting from April 1 of next year, doctors and teachers will receive a 100% salary increase. This was announced by President Sadyr Japarov at the People's Kurultai. According to the head of state, earlier Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev announced a plan to increase salaries by 50%. However, after analyzing the financial capabilities, it was decided to raise salaries by an average of 100% due to a new presidential compensation of 15,000 soms.
In Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Culture and Information is actively working on the preservation of cultural heritage, which includes both digital transformation and the expansion of the UNESCO heritage list.
At the kindergarten named after Kümöndör Tynalieva, located in the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, an event titled "Passing on the Values of the Kyrgyz People to Future Generations" took place. The purpose of this event was to introduce preschool children to the unique traditions and customs of the Kyrgyz people, as well as to foster friendship, morality, and respect for elders, which includes caring for the younger ones.
In the village of Sary-Oy, a tender has been announced for the preparatory and general construction works for the construction of a new two-story kindergarten that will accommodate 120 children. This decision was made by the village council of the Shaiybek Ata rural area. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, the tender will be conducted using an unrestricted procurement method.
This week’s review focuses on practical measures aimed at addressing common urban issues such as housing affordability, long-term sustainability, and the significance of cultural and material innovations in urban planning. The selection includes regulations concerning housing markets in European cities, multi-family housing projects and mixed-income developments in New York, as well as major redevelopment and planning initiatives in London, Barcelona, Ulaanbaatar, and Drammen. It also examines
Vilnius notified the UN Secretary-General on December 27, after which the established deadline for withdrawal from the convention expired. This convention prohibits not only the use but also the production and stockpiling of anti-personnel mines. It was previously reported that Lithuania and Finland intend to organize their own production of anti-personnel mines in the coming years. This production is planned for both domestic needs and supplies to Ukraine. The Lithuanian authorities have also
The Kyrgyz Geological Service of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic provided information that Chinese investors have estimated gas reserves in Batken at 500 million cubic meters. According to official data, the North Rishtan oil and gas field is located in the Kadamjay district, approximately 60 kilometers southeast of Kadamjay. Development of the field began in 1954, and after drilling and 2D seismic exploration, oil and gas reserves
In the Chuy region, in the Jayil district, a new factory specializing in the production of explosives has been opened, as reported by a correspondent from Turmush in the akimat. According to the information, the factory of LLC "Nomad Pro" began its operations on December 25 with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov in an online format. The event took place in the village of Altyn Sary, which is part of the Koos rural district.
In the Pucheng County, located in the northwest of China, the first flight of the heavy unmanned aerial vehicle "Jiutian" (Jiutian SS-UAV) has been successfully carried out. This information was reported by Chinese state media. This UAV has a wingspan of 25 meters and can take off with a maximum weight of 16 tons, while its payload capacity is up to six tons. "Jiutian" is designed to launch more than a hundred drones or small-sized missiles. Its maximum flight range reaches
In anticipation of the New Year, the staff of the Patrol Police Department (PPD) of Bishkek organized an event aimed at creating a joyful atmosphere for road users. The press service of the department reported on this event. As part of the event, inspectors handed out flowers to women drivers and congratulated them on the upcoming holidays.
- On December 27, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, visited the fish feed production plant of LLC "Tian-Shan Trout," located in the Panfilov district of the Chui region, as reported by the press service of the head of state. According to available information, $5 million was invested in the construction of the plant, which occupies an area of approximately 7 hectares.
On December 25, as part of the People's Kurultai, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, unveiled this significant tapestry, which is the result of collaborative work under the guidance of the head of state. The presentation of the tapestry at the museum. The official presentation of the tapestry took place on December 27 and gathered a significant number of participants, including the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Edil Baisalov, the Minister of Culture,
The village of Orgochor is located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region. During the Soviet Union, this village became popular due to the local residents raising Kyrgyz fine-wool sheep.
In connection with the government's adopted resolution, a Concept for popularizing significant dates has been approved. This reform will affect more than 50 national holidays, giving each of them a unique character — musical attributes, corresponding songs, and decorations will be developed.
The UK government has announced the launch of a program that will provide young people who have completed school or college, aged up to 25, the opportunity to undergo a year of service in the army, navy, or air force without long-term commitments. The first applications will be accepted in the spring of 2026. At the initial stage, the program will be designed for 150 participants, with a subsequent increase to 1,000 places annually. Participants will not be involved in combat operations, and
Chyngyz Altybaevich Mambetasadykov, a resident of Naryn, has been considered missing since May 31, 2025. This information was provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Naryn region.
The employees of the patrol and post service of the police stopped the illegal actions of two men who exhibited aggression and used offensive language towards law enforcement officers. According to information provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Bishkek, the incident occurred on December 26 at 02:10 in one of the hotels on Tokombaev Street. The data was recorded in the log of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Oktyabrsky District, after which a preliminary investigation
In the Moscow district of the Chui region, a meeting organized by the prosecutor's office took place with imams, representatives of religious communities, and village leaders. The purpose of this event was to guarantee freedom of religion, ensure compliance with secular norms, and prevent extremist and terrorist manifestations. Participants discussed issues related to the implementation of legislation on freedom of religion and religious associations, as well as laws aimed at countering
Traffic police officers of the Jayil district provided assistance to a woman who was in her last month of pregnancy and needed emergency medical help. As reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui region, the incident occurred on December 26. Two women approached the patrol officers, explaining that one of them was pregnant and going into labor.
In Osh, a New Year's tree event took place, attended by 700 children. This was reported by the press service of the municipality of the southern city. According to the press service, the celebration was held at the Osh National Drama Theater.
In 2009, the South Korean government launched the Global Hansik program aimed at promoting Korean cuisine beyond the country's borders. Initially, this project faced criticism; however, subsequent research confirmed that in the first half of the 2010s, interest in Korean cuisine significantly increased in major international cities, reports BBC News. Today, Korean cuisine is an integral part of the global K-movement: cooking shows on Netflix are becoming popular, and interest in Korean
Nurgül Musakadyrovna Ömürakunova, born in 1983, is wanted in Naryn. This information was provided by the Internal Affairs Department of the Naryn region.
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced the imposition of sanctions against 10 individuals and 20 defense companies from the United States. This decision was made in response to recent arms supplies to Taiwan and was reported on December 26, according to DW. The sanctions, which pertain to supplies that "threaten the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the PRC," took effect immediately.
The State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (SCNS) reported the detention of the founder of the company responsible for the repair of the Balykchy - Bokonbaeva - Karakol road. This occurred due to serious violations related to compliance with deadlines and technical standards. According to the SCNS, the inspection was initiated at the direction of the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the SCNS, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev. It concerned the
Employees of the Patrol Police Department discovered a video recording showing a driver of a Mercedes-Benz G-Class ("Gelandewagen") violating traffic rules by accelerating to 130 km/h on a busy highway. According to the press service of the Patrol Police Department, after verification, the driver admitted his guilt and voluntarily approached the department.
In certain areas of Kyrgyzstan, rain may be observed. In Bishkek, nighttime temperatures will be around -2 degrees, while daytime temperatures are expected to reach +10 degrees.
During the opening of a new district branch of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in the Issyk-Kul region, Kamchybek Tashiev stated that law enforcement agencies should have taken effective measures regarding Zhibek U., who had sought help. According to Tashiev, it was unacceptable to remain inactive. He noted that the deceased had a protection order, which obligated protective services to take measures for her safety and act against her aggressor. "The state should have
On December 29, the premiere of the artistic series "Өрт кечкен сөйкө" ("Earring that Passed Through Fire") will take place at the "Manas" cinema in Bishkek. This event is dedicated to military-historical themes, as reported in the press release from the Ministry of Culture. According to information from the Ministry of Culture, this project will be the first military series in the history of Kyrgyz cinema.
In the Ala-Archa Natural Park, test works are underway for the construction of the cable car. Videos have appeared on social media showing moving cabins and a glass station for boarding and alighting passengers. It is worth reminding that at the end of January this year, a time capsule was laid at the foundation of the facility. Kanaybek Tumanbaev, head of the Presidential Administration, previously emphasized the significance of this project for the development of ecotourism and the
The American non-governmental organization National Security Archive has published transcripts of dialogues between Vladimir Putin and George Bush that took place in the early 2000s, including in 2001, 2005, and 2008. These documents, which were previously classified, became available thanks to a court ruling. The National Security Archive was able to achieve their declassification by citing the Freedom of Information Act.
According to CBS News, the criminals arrived at the Seven-Eleven store in a black SUV. One of them smashed the display window with a sledgehammer and attached a metal cable to the ATM. After that, they attempted to drive away, causing damage to the store building. However, during their escape, the ATM broke free from the cable and remained in the roadway. It was later found abandoned on the road.
The question of the 22 million euros became relevant back in 2022 when the president inspected the landfill and spoke with local residents. This was stated by the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, discussing the "eaten" funds intended for the construction of a waste processing plant. According to Junushaliev, the president then instructed law enforcement agencies to investigate the situation.
- In the Naryn region, at the checkpoint "Torugart," a batch of 20 tons of lamb fat, coming from China, was stopped, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the provided information, the cargo was inspected by border veterinary control inspectors.
The XXXVII International Weightlifting Tournament dedicated to the memory of Olympic champion Kanybek Osmonaliyev took place in Bishkek. The tournament was organized by the Weightlifting Federation of Kyrgyzstan. According to information from the federation, among the winners were Kyrgyz athletes: Begimai Abdygazieva (in the category up to 48 kg), Aydai Kurbanbek kyzy (up to 53 kg), Aydai Amangeldieva (up to 58 kg), and Saida Mambetkazieva (up to 69 kg). Also distinguished was Dinara Ibrahim
As the New Year holidays approach, there is an active spread of fraudulent links on social networks and messengers, disguised as greetings, giveaways, and gifts. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. According to the agency's information, criminals send messages promising cash prizes, bonuses, or gifts on behalf of government institutions, banks, or celebrities.
The Ministry of Health commented on the queues that have arisen in family medicine centers related to obtaining the medical certificate form 083. This certificate is mandatory for obtaining or replacing a driver's license.
During the court proceedings, Judge Collin Lawrence Sequerah found Najib Razak guilty on four charges of embezzlement and 21 counts of money laundering, with the total amount exceeding 544 million dollars. This is the second major trial against Najib Razak on corruption charges; he was previously convicted in a similar case. The court established that the former prime minister was aware of all financial transactions, despite the defense's claims of "political donations" from
During his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the chairman of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, held a meeting dedicated to the construction of a road in the southern part of the region. This was reported by the Region TV channel. Municipal leaders, representatives of law enforcement agencies, as well as employees of the Ministry of Transport and contractors working on the Balykchi — Barskoon road project were present at the meeting.
On December 27, 2025, during a working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev, held a meeting dedicated to the progress in the construction of the highway. Representatives of municipal authorities, law enforcement agencies, the Ministry of Transport and Communications, as well as contracting organizations involved in the
During the visit, the president was informed that the construction of the plant cost approximately $5 million. The area of the land on which the plant is located is about 7 hectares. Construction work began in May 2025 and was completed in December of the same year. It is expected that when fully operational, the plant will be able to produce between 100 and 130 tons of products daily. This will also create between 100 and 120 new jobs.
Yesterday, a video was posted on social media showing that a test mode for the cable car has started in the Ala-Archa National Park.
On December 27, the emergency call service "112" received a report that in the Pervomaisky district of Bishkek, on the 7th floor of a construction building, a citizen was attempting to commit suicide. Five employees of the Bishkek City Rescue Service were dispatched to the scene, where they negotiated with the man and were able to convince him to come down.
The youth national football team of Kyrgyzstan (U-23) is actively preparing for the final stage of the Asian Cup. Under the guidance of coach Edmar Lacerda, the team is holding training camps in the United Arab Emirates.
The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has reported that scammers are actively sending messages promising cash prizes, bonuses, or gifts, supposedly from government institutions, banks, or famous individuals. When users click on such links, they are prompted to enter personal data, bank card details, or confirmation codes, which are then used to steal funds and hack accounts. In this regard, the Ministry of Internal Affairs urges citizens to exercise caution, avoid clicking on
The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, announced plans to purchase ambulances for the Issyk-Kul Regional Unified Hospital, noting the problem of shortages and wear of existing vehicles. 43 million 800 thousand soms have been allocated from the Stabilization Fund for the acquisition of five new ambulances.
