The United Nations is initiating a large-scale study titled "Youth, Peace, and Security." This was reported by 24.kg through the UN press service in Kyrgyzstan. Today, the youth of the country are invited to actively participate in a survey that will take only an hour.
From November 26 to 29, the Osh State Uzbek Musical Drama Theater named after Babur held performances in Tashkent, where it appeared at the Uzbek Theater of Musical Drama and Comedy named after Mukimi. According to the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the Kyrgyz theater presented several productions: the musical epic drama "Үрөй периси," based on Bertolt Brecht's work "Mother Courage and Her Children," the experimental play by M. Abdullayev "Bum," the
The updated section of A. Navoi Street in Osh has been opened, which was reconstructed from Alymbek Datka Street to Kurmanjan Datka Street. According to the city administration, the ceremony was opened by Mayor Zhenishbek Toktorbaev.
On December 11, the Memorial House-Museum of M.V. Frunze will host the opening of an exhibition titled "Guardians of the Mountains: NABU and the Conservation of the Snow Leopard in Kyrgyzstan," dedicated to International Mountain Day. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. At the exhibition, visitors will be able to learn about the diversity of the wildlife in the mountains of Kyrgyzstan, as well as the significance of the snow leopard as an
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Photo from the press service of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting of the Kyrgyz-Azerbaijani intergovernmental commission on economic and humanitarian cooperation, which took place on December 7 in Baku, Ilham Aliyev met with Bakyt Torobaev, who conveyed greetings from the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, as reported by the information support service of the government apparatus. Photo from the press service of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic. In response,
The highway connecting Sary-Talaa, Kyzyl-Tash, and Zardaly in the Batken region is nearing completion. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, its opening is planned for the coming days. The length of the new road is 17.5 kilometers. The work on widening and leveling the roadway has been completed, and the metal bridge structure, which is 30 meters long, is 95 percent ready.
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the release of a new collectible silver coin "Tushoo Kesu," which is part of the series "Kyrgyz Customs and Rituals." It will be available starting December 8, 2025.
At the international scientific and practical conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Manas Phenomenon," Professor Najie Yildiz, a doctor from Haji Bayram Veli University in Ankara, was awarded the title of honorary academician of the National Academy "Manas." According to information provided by the National Academy "Manas," the award ceremony was held under the chairmanship of the academy's president Nazira Aaly kyzy.
Masoud Pezeshkian, President of Iran During the upcoming negotiations with the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, a number of issues regarding the strengthening of cooperation in trade, economy, transport, and culture will be discussed.
On December 5, the National Theater "Manas" hosted the results presentation of the project "Civil Servant Tells 'Manas'" for the year 2025. During the event, the results of the project's implementation and its future development were discussed. According to a press release from the Ministry of Culture, among the participants were the First Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy Suzbек Nadyrbekov and the Chairman of the National Commission
The city hall continues to strengthen measures to create favorable conditions for public transport. To enhance road safety and improve the visibility of new lanes, they will be marked with yellow lines.
Experts from the Bishkek Health Strengthening Center are once again drawing attention to the dangers of energy drinks for young people. These drinks remain one of the most common harmful habits among teenagers. In this regard, medical professionals strongly warn that frequent consumption can lead to serious health problems.
Starting from December 8 of this year, a silver collectible coin "Tushoo Kesuu," belonging to the series "Kyrgyz Customs and Traditions," will be put into circulation. This was reported by the press service of the National Bank. The main goal of issuing this coin is to "support and promote national traditions and customs."
State Duma Deputy Sergey Mironov proposed to limit the time migrants can stay in Russia based on the duration of their employment contracts. This initiative will be presented on December 13 in the form of a draft law. Photo from the newspaper "Izvestia"
The Main Department of Criminal Investigation of the Ministry of Internal Affairs has uncovered a criminal organized group actively operating in the southern territories of Kyrgyzstan. According to law enforcement agencies, the group is led by a citizen G.M., better known in the criminal world by the alias Musa. Investigative actions have shown that since 2012, members of this organized crime group have systematically extorted money from local entrepreneurs, as well as committed robberies and
Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, addressed a congratulatory message to the workers of radio and television, the press service of the cabinet reported. In his address, Kasymaliev noted that 94 years ago the first radio broadcast was launched in Kyrgyzstan, and 67 years ago television broadcasts began. He also reminded that 30 years ago a decision was made to celebrate the professional day of workers in this field. According to the head of the cabinet, in this
Yesterday, under the guidance of the Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, the closing ceremony of the competitions in various team sports dedicated to the professional holiday of national security agency employees took place. According to information from the state committee, employees from the State National Security Committee, territorial divisions, and the 9th service of the State National Security Committee, as well as representatives
Photo courtesy of the city hall press service Dedicated lanes for public transport have reappeared in Bishkek, reports the press service of the city hall. On the section of Akhunbaev Street, which stretches from Zhukeev-Pudovkin Street to Chingiz Aitmatov Avenue, it was decided to organize more than two kilometers of dedicated lanes for public transport.
Although the authorities have repeatedly promised to complete the reconstruction of Chuy Avenue by December 1, traffic on this section has still not been restored. The deadlines for the opening of the site have already been postponed several times. In the video from the webcam, it can be seen that construction work is ongoing, traffic for vehicles is closed, and part of the infrastructure is still unfinished. Photo from the internet
In 2025, as part of cultural cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Korea, several premieres of the play "Semetei" are planned. This was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. The first demonstration of the play took place on November 27-28 in the South Korean city of Gwangju.
On the Bishkek – Kara-Balta highway, in the village of Kozhomkul in the Sokuluk district of the Chui region, a head-on collision occurred between two trucks. This was reported by witnesses of the incident, who spoke to a Turmush correspondent. The accident happened on December 6, when a "GAZ – 23-10" truck collided with a "Hyundai Porter" vehicle. As a result of the crash, the first vehicle veered off the road and fell into a ditch. According to preliminary data, there are
Photo from the internet. Changes to the moratorium on the renaming of streets are planned in Bishkek A draft amendment to the document that establishes the procedure for renaming geographical objects in the capital has been put out for public discussion. In particular, it concerns the adjustment of the resolution of the Bishkek City Council, which introduces a moratorium on mass changes to street names. According to a report prepared by the city administration, after the
In the village of At-Bashy, located in the Naryn region, Muratbek Jumabekov and his wife Aichurok Ilichbek kyzy have been engaged in the production and sale of natural dairy products directly from their home for over ten years. The products they offer include kumys, clarified butter, and honey, which they obtain from mountainous regions or acquaintances. In addition, the couple makes assorted kuruts, which include sea buckthorn, currants, raspberries, and apricots, all grown in their own
In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, inspections were organized on December 6 in meat shops and points of sale selling coal, with the aim of monitoring prices and preventing their unjustified increase. Representatives of the city administration, the antimonopoly agency, as well as police officers, municipal property management, and sanitary-epidemiological and veterinary services participated in the events.
Sadyr Arzymat uulu — an outstanding Kyrgyz leader of the 18th century
From December 8 to 10, precipitation is expected in the mountainous regions of Kyrgyzstan, which may lead to avalanches and the formation of ice on high-altitude roads. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the likelihood of avalanches, snow drifts, and ice formation is noted:
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China has expressed concern regarding the actions of the Japanese Armed Forces, which they believe threaten China's security. The Japanese authorities are allegedly trying to distort reality by making unfounded accusations against the Chinese side, reports TASS. “It is absolutely clear that regular reconnaissance flights and actions by Japanese fighters approaching areas where Chinese military exercises are being conducted pose a serious threat both at
Every year on December 9, the world celebrates the International Anti-Corruption Day, established after the signing of the UN Convention against Corruption in 2003. This day has become a symbol of the fight against financial crimes, embezzlement of budget funds, and bribery.
This year, visitors to the Christmas market in Bishkek were able to enjoy the festive atmosphere from the moment they arrived at the "Steinbroi" restaurant, where accordion music created a cozy setting. The fair featured a variety of goods: from agricultural products and homemade baked goods to traditional decorations and dolls. Sets of Christmas gingerbread, cookies, and jams were particularly popular, quickly finding their buyers.
During an inspection at the Russian-Kazakh border at the "Sagarchin" checkpoint, an attempt to import 300 kg of honey from Kyrgyzstan without the necessary documents was stopped. According to information provided by the media, the honey lacked veterinary certificates, raising concerns about its safety and legal origin.
At the 2025 World Boxing Championship taking place in Dubai, all representatives from Kyrgyzstan have successfully begun their performances. The team, consisting of 12 athletes, is led by head coach Daniyar Tologon uulu.
- Statistics show that the average consumer prices for potatoes in Kyrgyzstan from January to September 2025 experienced a decrease during the summer months after reaching a peak in June. The highest average price for the first nine months of 2025 was 65.02 soms per kilogram, which occurred in June when the new harvest was collected. For comparison, in the same period of 2024, the maximum average price was also recorded in June and amounted to 45.17 soms.
The Ministry of Culture of Russia has launched a competition that provides an opportunity for training in a master's program at a Chinese university. This initiative aims to prepare specialists engaged in the protection of historical and cultural heritage sites. According to information provided by the ministry's press service, candidates must be under the age of 35.
Almost half of Switzerland's population supports the idea of introducing restrictions on the number of citizens. This initiative was proposed by the right-wing Swiss People's Party, which suggests setting a cap of 10 million people. According to supporters of this idea, migration contributes to rapid population growth, which in turn negatively affects housing, local transportation, and public services. According to a survey conducted for the newspapers 20 Minuten and Tamedia, 48% of
Individuals have also been exempted from penalties and fines In Kyrgyzstan, President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree "On measures to support certain sectors of the economy," which exempts the sale of motor vehicles from taxes for a period of three years.
In 2030, the European Union may introduce a ban on the purchase of internal combustion engine vehicles for companies, including individual entrepreneurs. This initiative is opposed by both the Polish government and some Members of the European Parliament, as reported by Euronews. According to information published by the Polish publication Rzeczpospolita, European companies may be required to switch to electric vehicles within five years starting from 2030. The European Commission is expected
Yesterday, around 6 AM, the authorized representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Chui region, Azamat Osmonov, conducted an unexpected inspection at the livestock market in Tokmok, according to information provided by the Turmush press service. During the inspection, Osmonov personally familiarized himself with the trading conditions as well as the state of sanitary and veterinary control. Serious violations were recorded during the visit.
Illustrative photo According to Khalil al-Hayya, the leader of Hamas in the enclave, "the presence of our weapons is related to occupation and aggression. As soon as the occupation is ended, we are ready to hand over the weapons to state control." As reported by AFP, Hamas demands the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, to which the group can transfer its weapons on the condition that Israeli troops are withdrawn.
- The Deputy Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev visited the "Tulpar Motors" factory, which is a joint project of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan. This project was launched as part of an agreement between the two countries and aims to produce passenger and commercial vehicles.
The scientific forum held at the Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan became one of the significant events of recent times. The topic of discussion was chosen as "From Conflict to Dialogue of Cultures and Civilizations: The Issue of Security and Sustainable Development." More than 100 participants, including scientists, politicians, and experts, gathered to discuss pressing issues related to conflicts and their resolution in the modern world. The forum was officially opened by the
As of December 8, the exchange rates at currency exchange points according to the Moscow City Council are as follows:
Recently, a photo exhibition titled "Valley of Winds" was launched in Bishkek, created by documentary photographer Danil Usmanov. The exhibition is dedicated to the fates of children left in the Batken region under the care of relatives while their parents work abroad. The exhibition has already been shown in Batken and will be open in Bishkek until December 28.
On December 7, the officers of the Patrol Police Service (UPSM) stopped the dangerous actions of a drunk driver. He was running down the street with a knife, posing a threat to those around him. The UPSM crew quickly responded to the call, arrived at the scene, and was able to detain the offender, who was then taken to the police station.
The candidacy was put forward by the Central Asian countries A message about the nomination of the Kyrgyz Republic to the UN Security Council was received from the country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- The Cabinet of Ministers approved a number of changes in the area of licensing and permitting activities. The corresponding resolution, registered under number 741, was adopted on November 17, 2025, and published in the "Erkin Too" publication on November 25, 2025 (issue No. 93). This document will come into force 10 days after its official publication. The main changes concern the resolution of December 14, 2023, No. 678, which regulates licensing issues for certain types of
In Toktogul, a ceremony was held to unveil a monument to Sadyr Khan (Sadyr Arzymat uulu), a renowned leader of the Kyrgyz people in the 18th century. This event is part of the preparations for the celebration of the 310th anniversary of his birth, which is being marked this year by a government decree. According to historical data, Sadyr Arzymat uulu had a significant influence on the resettlement of the Sayaks from Ketmen-Tobo to Talas, supporting the initiative of Esengul Bolot uulu. This
The increase in cases of ARVI and influenza continues In response to the growing number of cases of ARVI and influenza, 214 kindergartens have been closed for quarantine, and 207 schools have switched to distance learning. This information was announced by representatives of the Ministry of Education.
