Photo by Adhadhu Sports. Kyrgyzstan National Volleyball Team In the international tournament held in the Maldives, the women's volleyball team of Kyrgyzstan demonstrated excellent results. This was reported by the volleyball federation on its social media. In the decisive match, our team defeated the Maldives team with a score of 3:1, earning them the title of champions.
The Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has decided to establish zero import customs duties on waste and scrap of precious metals (categories 7112 30 000 0, 7112 91 000 0, 7112 92 000 0, and 7112 99 000 0 according to the EAEU Commodity Nomenclature) until December 31, 2028. This information was published on the official EEC website. Vaghn Kazaryan, the director of the EEC Department of Customs Tariff and Non-Tariff Regulation, commented that the previously introduced customs and
A serious traffic accident occurred on the M-5 "Ural" highway in the Orenburg region, resulting in the deaths of three citizens of Kyrgyzstan, including a child. According to Russian media reports, the collision involved three passenger cars. Additionally, five people sustained injuries of varying severity, including one child. Photo by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Russia. Three passenger cars collided on the M-5 "Ural" highway, resulting in
The issue of the general plan for the Chui region requires a solution, as noted by delegate Daniyar Moldobaev at the people's kurultai on December 25. According to him, attention should be paid to staffing issues at the Buran complex. Moldobaev also emphasized the need to create a sports complex in the region. Moreover, he pointed out the importance of constructing a cultural center in the village of Iskra, which would be a significant step for local residents. "It is also essential
On December 22, the construction of the Eastern Bypass Road was launched in Bishkek. The press service of the city administration provided information about the project on December 25, including a map that shows the route of the road and the adjacent streets. The road will be laid in the eastern part of the capital, beyond the existing urban development, and its total length will be 16 kilometers. As part of this project, the construction of five transport interchanges is planned, as well as
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has decided to extend the New Year holidays of 2026 until January 12, as reported by the Telegram channel "Gosinfo". According to the Ministry of Labor, the relevant document provides for the transfer of working days on January 8 and 9 to the weekends of February 7 and April 25, 2026. According to Article 66 of the Labor Code, citizens of the republic must have a holiday from January 1 to 7. The Ministry of Labor explained that the extension of
According to the publication ประชาชาติธุรกิจ, a concert titled "Two Colors of Sound" was held at the King Mongkut Institute of Technology in Ladkrabang, dedicated to the 52nd anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and Mongolia. The event was organized by the Thai Cultural Council in Mongolia in collaboration with the Honorary Consulate of Mongolia in Phuket and Phang Nga, as well as with the support of various state and private organizations.
Potanin Glacier will now be called Khuiten Glacier The renaming concerns a number of objects and is specifically related to the need to correct the names of places and bodies of water that were previously given in languages other than Mongolian, such as Russian, Kazakh, and Tuvan. The decision to restore Mongolian names was the result of field studies conducted in collaboration with various institutions. In 2023, with the support of the Main Office of Land Use, Geodesy, and Cartography, the
On December 25, the final of the first day of the people's kurultai took place at the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic. During this day, 106 delegates representing various regions of the country presented their speeches. The kurultai was opened by President Sadyr Japarov, and the speaker of the Jogorku Kenesh, Nurlabek Turgunbek uulu, also spoke. The report was presented by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev. The fourth people's kurultai gathered 690 delegates,
Döloş Muratov, a delegate from Bishkek, addressed President Sadyr Japarov during the People's Kurultai, requesting access to Chyngyz Aitmatov Avenue. Additionally, he emphasized the need for repairs on the Southern Highway and the cessation of illegal construction. Muratov also expressed his opinion on the staffing shortage in the country. He suggested returning to the Soviet system of training specialists. “Training for medical professionals and teachers should be free, with mandatory
Delegate of the People's Kurultai Musabay Momunaliev expressed his position on December 25, proposing a ban on the sale of vodka in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that the president has already raised issues of violence and traffic accidents, and believes that abstaining from alcohol could help address these social problems.
The Third State Central Hospital successfully implemented five advanced neurosurgical technologies in 2025, significantly reducing the number of patients seeking treatment abroad. In the current year, the institution performed 1,908 open surgeries on the brain and spinal cord, among which 346 cases involved both malignant and benign tumors. Of the total number of surgeries, 104, or 30 percent, were related to complex surgical interventions on deeply located tumors. Additionally, 110 surgeries,
Artificial intelligence has become one of the most discussed topics this year, attracting attention worldwide due to numerous significant achievements in this field. Mongolia is actively participating in the development of AI technologies, and one of the bright examples of this is the creation of MCS AI Lab, an integrated center for developing strategies in the field of artificial intelligence, organized by MCS Group, one of the leading business players in the country. 🔍 Behind the scenes of
The film God's Band, also known as Choir of God, is a comedic story about a fictional choir set in North Korea. Filming took place partially in Mongolia, and the film was released in December 2025 in theaters across South Korea. Preview screenings demonstrated high viewer interest, attributed to the witty script and the return of popular actor Park Si-hoo to the screen. The main character, a North Korean military officer played by Park Si-hoo, shared his impressions with The Chosun Daily.
On December 24, IPMO also reported the completion of the evaluation of proposals for the first phase. Recall that the first phase of the tender for the selection of a general contractor was announced in October 2024 and started in April 2025, with 27 companies from seven countries participating, including the United Kingdom, France, India, China, Mongolia, South Korea, and Russia. According to information from IPMO, the second phase of the project will be divided into two sub-projects. The
Starting January 1, 2026, the base salary of teachers and school staff will be increased by 50 percent. This change also applies to teachers, as reported in the information provided by the Cabinet of Ministers of Mongolia. At a government meeting held at the State Palace, a resolution was adopted regarding the necessary measures to increase the salaries of civil servants in the fields of science, healthcare, and education.
The national team of Mongolia, consisting of 250 athletes, is actively training and participating in competitions under the guidance of 57 coaches. This year, they cover 27 different sports, including winter, summer, and Paralympic disciplines. This information was shared on the Facebook page of the Ministry of Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Youth. In the current year, the team participated in 91 competitions and conducted 24 domestic and 11 international training camps, resulting in 149 medals
Amid the picturesque landscape of the Jeti-Oguz district in the Issyk-Kul region lies an old mill that has survived to this day. A teacher from the village of Chon-Jargyichak, Bolot Urkaliev, shared information about this unique object with a correspondent from Turmush. According to Urkaliev, his native village is located near the highway, and the first mill in this place was built by his maternal grandparents.
The United World Wrestling (UWW) has presented the final ranking of wrestlers for 2025. Seventeen athletes from Kyrgyzstan made it to this list of the best.
The Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision, Meder Mashiev, summarizes the results of 2025 in an interview with AKIpress, highlighting the key events and initiatives in the field of ecology and subsoil use in Kyrgyzstan. He addresses issues such as the climate agenda, COP-30, the shrinking of Issyk-Kul, waste recycling, pollution control, and the development of protected natural areas. In the interview, the minister also emphasizes the situation with Kumtor, mineral
According to IQAir data, as of 5:00 PM on December 25, 2025, the air quality index in Bishkek is 114 AQI. This level of pollution is considered harmful to vulnerable groups of the population.
As part of a scheduled inspection conducted by the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the Ecological and Technical Supervision Service, violations were discovered at DEP-22 (Road Maintenance Enterprise No. 22). According to the service's report, the inspection revealed instances of waste being dumped in locations not designated for this purpose. For these violations, the enterprise was fined 17,000 soms based on Article 115 of the Code of Offenses, which pertains to illegal dumping,
At the People's Kurultai on December 25, President Sadyr Japarov voiced alarming data indicating that the area of glaciers in Kyrgyzstan has decreased by 16% over the past 70 years. He emphasized that the results of scientific research indicate that the process of glacier melting is occurring at a faster rate than previously assumed.
Weather conditions in Kyrgyzstan on December 24. According to data from Kyrgyzhydromet, snow is expected in some areas of the Issyk-Kul region during the night, while no precipitation is forecasted for the rest of the country. During the day, there will also be no precipitation; however, snow drifts and icy conditions may occur on the roads, and fog will be observed in some places. The wind will blow from the west at a speed of 4-9 m/s.
A delegate from the Jalal-Abad region, Cholponbay Akmatov, proposed to pilot initiatives for the development of mountainous areas, a "green" economy, and climate financing in the Chatkal district. He asked President Sadyr Japarov to sign the corresponding decree.
President Sadyr Japarov emphasized the need for a respectful attitude towards our unique nature at the IV People's Kurultai. He highlighted the importance of discussing issues of culture, behavior, and responsibility of people towards one another. The President noted that no reforms or laws will yield results without a change in the inner world of each individual.
At the meeting on December 25, delegate of the People's Kurultai, Mirlan Dzhusupbekov, representing the Jayil and Suusamyr districts, noted: "Ecology is health. Local residents living near the 'China Petrol Company 'Junda' and the Kara-Balta distillery are tired of the constant unpleasant smell." He emphasized that the population is not against progress, but it should not come at the expense of their health. Strict control over compliance with environmental
The head of the department for the prevention of domestic violence and coordination of mobile police reception offices of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, Daniyar Saparbaev, reported in an interview on "Birinchi Radio" about 31 registered cases of murder related to domestic violence in 2025. Comparing with the previous year, the number of police calls regarding domestic violence cases increased by 4,320. Additionally, the number of victims seeking protective orders from the police
Weather overview for Kyrgyzstan on December 25. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, clear weather without precipitation is expected in most regions of the country on December 25. However, there may be snow drifts and icy conditions on the roads, and fog will be observed in some areas. A western wind will blow at a speed of 4-9 m/s.
On December 23, during the opening ceremony of the GKNB recreation area "Kyzyl-Beles," Deputy Prime Minister and head of the GKNB Kamchybek Tashiev stated that in the future, no one should be held accountable for alleged connections with organized crime groups (OCGs). He emphasized that such groups have been completely eradicated in the republic, and for this reason, it is unreasonable to prosecute people for such connections.
A tragic event occurred in Bishkek: a former employee of the capital's traffic police, which has been disbanded, is suspected of murdering his ex-wife, sources from the "AKIpress Summary" editorial office reported. According to preliminary information, a resident of the capital contacted the police for help in searching for her sister. It turned out that the day before, on December 23, she had divorced her husband U.B., born in 1978, and went to work. On the same day, her
The Deputy Prime Minister and head of the State National Security Committee, Kamchybek Tashiev, commented on the murder of a woman committed by her ex-husband, who previously worked in the Bishkek Traffic Police. He emphasized that such actions cannot be justified.
During the session of the Bishkek City Council on December 23, Deputy Kazybek Ergeshov ("Yntymak") raised a troubling issue regarding hazing at the Center for Children in Difficult Life Situations "Akniyet." He reported that he has a video recording that demonstrates how children are treated in this institution. Ergeshov intends to pass this video to Vice Mayor Viktoriya Mozgacheva. He also noted that in recent weeks, there have been reports on social media and in the media
At a joint meeting of several committees of the Jogorku Kenesh on December 23, deputy Gulzhan Satieva, representing district No. 18, raised the issue of the round-the-clock burning of the landfill in the village of Belovodskoye in the Moscow district. During the discussion, the committees also considered issues related to the republican budget.
A fire occurred in a residential building on Logvinenko Street in Bishkek, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the provided information, the first fire crew was dispatched to the scene at 2:30 PM, followed by a second crew ten minutes later. A total of two crews and a headquarters are currently working at the site.
The women's volleyball team of Kyrgyzstan won the title of champion at the international tournament held in the Maldives. The Central Asian Volleyball Association (CAVA) Cup took place from December 21 to 25 in the capital, Male, and gathered four teams.
According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region, the suspects were detained on December 24. According to the account of the victim's mother, unknown individuals took the girl from the area of her home and drove away in a "Honda Step" car.
Over the past three days, two incidents related to driving under the influence of alcohol have been recorded in Kyrgyzstan, involving employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs Security Service. These cases have sparked widespread discussion on the country's social media. Arrest with Resistance and Prolonged Testing
The press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported that police officers were punished for serious disciplinary violations on December 24. The situation that led to this decision was recorded on video, which went viral on Kyrgyz social media. The footage shows two police officers in civilian clothes arguing with employees of the Bishkek City Police Department. It is believed that they were trying to enter a Jay Sean concert without tickets. During the conflict, one of them makes a
At the meeting of the joint committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Seidbek Atambaev (District No. 20) raised the issue of the rules for detention in SIZO-1. He spoke about his recent inspection of this facility. In his opinion, the internal regulations should be clear to every inmate so that they can understand their rights. Atambaev emphasized the need to disseminate these rules among all those in custody.
The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui region reported the detention of a suspect in a car theft during the operation "Search". According to information received by the Internal Affairs Department of the city of Tokmok on December 4, a man reported that his red "Sprinter" was stolen on November 26 at 19:00. The vehicle was parked outside his home on Zhantaeva Street.
On December 25, at the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov noted that currently only 30-35 rivers flow into Lake Issyk-Kul. He emphasized that the unique ecosystem and natural resources of Issyk-Kul require special attention.
According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, the police sergeant of the Security Service was dismissed on December 24. Earlier, UPSM reported about a driver who was in a state of alcoholic intoxication and caused a conflict with the service staff by evading a breathalyzer test for several hours.
In the Alamudun district, the prosecutor's office has initiated criminal cases against four business entities: LLC "S," "AKP," "JKD," and "AP," which were engaged in the extraction of sand and gravel mixture in the village of Kara-Jyghach. According to information provided by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office, during the inspection, it was revealed that these enterprises were discharging contaminated wastewater during the
A recent raid by inspectors from the Jalal-Abad Department of Ecological Supervision was initiated based on information received from specialists of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, who are dealing with safety issues in the Suzak district. According to the ecological supervision, during the inspection it was revealed that a citizen named M. R. was engaged in gravel extraction from the Kara-Darya River without the necessary permits.
On December 25, the head of the Bishkek Department of Internal Affairs, Azamat Toktonaliev, commented to the editorial office of "AKIpress Digest" regarding a high-profile crime involving a former inspector of the Bishkek Traffic Police, U.B., born in 1977. On December 23, on her birthday, a resident of the capital, U.Z., born in 1978, was shot in an apartment in a high-rise building on Bokonbaeva Street. The incident occurred after an argument with her ex-husband in the context of
Weather forecast for Kyrgyzstan on December 26. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, snowfalls are expected in some areas of Naryn region, as well as in the foothills and mountains of Jalal-Abad region during the night of December 26. At the same time, no precipitation is forecasted in the valley zones of Jalal-Abad region and in the agricultural areas of Chui, Talas, Osh, and Batken regions. Issyk-Kul region will also remain dry.
In the last 24 hours, 11 cases of fires have been registered in Kyrgyzstan, requiring the involvement of 12 fire brigades for their extinguishment. According to information provided by the Ministry of Emergency Situations, the locations of the fires were distributed as follows:
