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Ministry of Labor: The official unemployment rate as of December 1 was 1.4%
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Ministry of Labor: The official unemployment rate as of December 1 was 1.4%

As of December 1, 2025, the labor force in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 2.861 million people. Of these, 2.756 million were employed, while 104.7 thousand remained unemployed. Thus, the overall unemployment rate in the country reached 3.7%, as reported in a press release from the Ministry of Labor of the Kyrgyz Republic. According to the data, 58,565 unemployed individuals are currently registered with employment services, which is 21.5% less than last year. The officially registered unemployed

25.12.2025, 18:35
Vaccination of Pilgrims Heading to Hajj in 2026 Organized in Kyrgyzstan
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Vaccination of Pilgrims Heading to Hajj in 2026 Organized in Kyrgyzstan

The Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan has announced the start of vaccination for citizens planning to perform Hajj in Mecca in 2026, with the aim of preventing the spread of infectious diseases and ensuring sanitary safety. According to the new order from the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, vaccination against meningococcal infection, as well as vaccination against seasonal flu, is now mandatory for all pilgrims.

25.12.2025, 18:35
Abdyldaev: 25% of the appeals raised at the III People's Kurultai have been implemented
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Abdyldaev: 25% of the appeals raised at the III People's Kurultai have been implemented

As a result of the III People's Kurultai, which took place in 2024, 2,500 appeals were received. Currently, work on 509 of them has been completed, which constitutes 25.22% of the total number. This was reported by Myktybek Abdildaev, head of the Kurultai secretariat. He emphasized that the remaining appeals will be addressed in stages and noted that the achieved result is positive.

25.12.2025, 18:31
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The court has detained a businessman arrested by the GKNB on suspicion of financing the Kolbaev organized crime group.

The judicial authorities have decided to detain entrepreneur K.S., who was arrested by the State Committee for National Security (SCNS) on suspicion of financing an organized criminal group (OCG). According to information provided by the press service of the Osh Regional Court to Turmush, on December 15, 2025, the Osh City Court granted the petition of the investigative department of the SCNS for the city of Osh and the Osh region.

25.12.2025, 18:29
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Scholarships and Awards: Achievements of Students in Academics and Sports Celebrated at the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University

At the Kyrgyz-Uzbek International University named after B. Sydykov, a solemn ceremony was held dedicated to the results of the year 2025. During the event, 74 outstanding students were awarded monetary prizes and scholarships for their remarkable achievements in studies, science, sports, and public life. The university's rector, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor Abdilbayet Mamasydykov, delivered a welcoming speech, congratulating the students on their successes and highlighting the

25.12.2025, 18:23
The Kyrgyz Cabinet extended the New Year holidays until January 12.
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The Kyrgyz Cabinet extended the New Year holidays until January 12.

The resolution was adopted with the aim of strengthening family traditions and creating comfortable conditions for children and their parents during the winter school holidays. This act was approved in accordance with the laws of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic," in particular, Articles 13 and 17.

25.12.2025, 18:21
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In the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu region, residents of the neighborhood complained about poor infrastructure

In the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu region of the Osh province, residents of quarter No. 233 expressed dissatisfaction with the condition of local roads. According to local residents, during rain and snow, the potholes on the roadway fill with water, creating difficulties in movement. Moreover, residents face a lack of public transport, which forces them to walk about a kilometer to reach the main highway. One local resident noted that Nurkamil Jumayev Street in quarter No. 233 is in

25.12.2025, 18:18
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Nine Years After the Earthquake, a Kindergarten Opens in Ak-Tal

In the Naryn region, in the village of Ak-Tal, the construction of a new two-story kindergarten has been completed, which has been officially put into operation, reported Turmush correspondents. Today, with the remote participation of President Sadyr Japarov, a ceremony was held to open the modern institution, designed for 90 places. The event was attended by local residents, as well as representatives from both regional and district authorities. The new kindergarten fully meets modern

25.12.2025, 18:16
Vaccination of Pilgrims Heading to Hajj-2026 is Underway in Kyrgyzstan
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Vaccination of Pilgrims Heading to Hajj-2026 is Underway in Kyrgyzstan

In order to prevent the spread of infections and ensure sanitary safety, the Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic is organizing vaccination for those planning to perform Hajj in Mecca in 2026. According to information from the ministry, mandatory vaccination applies to all pilgrims, which includes vaccinations against meningococcal infection and seasonal flu. These measures comply with international medical and sanitary standards and are a necessary condition for participating in Hajj.

25.12.2025, 18:15
Local news

New Robbery in Paris: Bags of Jewelry Stolen from Couriers of a Jewelry Store

A new robbery occurred in Paris, resulting in couriers delivering jewelry losing several bags of precious items. According to information provided by Le Figaro, citing the Paris prosecutor's office, among the stolen items was a sapphire worth 150,000 euros. Preliminary data indicates that the criminal, armed with a pistol, was waiting for the couriers, hiding behind a van near the jewelry store. As soon as the couriers parked their vehicle, he attacked them, striking one of them on the

25.12.2025, 18:14
Vera Alentova Has Died
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Vera Alentova Has Died

Vera Alentova, the famous actress, passed away at the age of 83. This was reported by the Moscow Drama Theater named after A. S. Pushkin. The cause of her death has not been disclosed at this time, according to RIA Novosti. One of Vera Alentova's most memorable roles is that of Katerina Tikhomirova, played in the cult film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," which won the Oscar in 1981.

25.12.2025, 18:11
Local news

Every third death from injuries in Europe and Central Asia is related to alcohol

According to a new report by the World Health Organization (WHO), alcohol is responsible for one in three deaths from injuries and violence in countries across Europe and Central Asia. Experts emphasize that this is linked to self-harm, road traffic accidents, and falls. The WHO regional advisor on alcohol, Karina Ferreira-Borges, points out that alcohol is not only a risk factor for many non-communicable diseases, including seven types of cancer, but also significantly impairs behavior

25.12.2025, 18:09
Incidents

Kamchybek Tashiev opened a new building for the special unit "Alpha"

On December 25, Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), officially opened a new building for the special unit "Alpha." This was reported by the press service of the GKNB of Kyrgyzstan. Veterans and leaders of territorial units of national security were present at the ceremony.

25.12.2025, 18:06
Hospitals in the center of Bishkek will be preserved. The developers of the master plan reassured the residents.
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Hospitals in the center of Bishkek will be preserved. The developers of the master plan reassured the residents.

At the public hearings dedicated to the master plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050, issues related to the placement of medical institutions and the accessibility of emergency care were discussed. The press service of the city hall reported on the results of these discussions. Dmitry Pereyaslavsky, an expert in urban greening, noted the risks associated with the concentration of medical institutions outside the central part of the capital. He expressed doubt about how quickly

25.12.2025, 18:04
Russian actress Vera Alentova has died
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Russian actress Vera Alentova has died

Photo from the internet Russian theater and film actress, People's Artist Vera Alentova has passed away at the age of 83. This was reported by RBC. She is best known for her role in the cult film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," which was directed by her husband Vladimir Menshov and released in 1979. This work earned the film an Oscar in the category of "Best Foreign Language Film."

25.12.2025, 18:00
Education news

"They threaten to harm themselves — the delegate reported that conflicts with teachers and psychologists are increasing in schools"

At the IV People's Kurultai on December 25, delegate Perizat Kadenova shared information about the escalating conflicts between psychologists, teachers, and students. According to Kadenova, "As Sadyr Nurgozhoevich mentioned, some teenagers begin to ignore both strict measures and persuasion, resorting to behavior in the spirit of 'I do what I want,' which often ends with threats to harm themselves. This underscores the need to establish a security service in educational

25.12.2025, 18:00
The delegate proposed to make cancer treatment free of charge.
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The delegate proposed to make cancer treatment free of charge.

During the IV People's Kurultai, a delegate from the Kochkor district, Soaltonbek Kasiev, proposed an initiative calling for free treatment for patients with oncological diseases. He emphasized that many people are unable to cover the high costs of treatment and appealed to the authorities to consider increasing state support and expanding access to free medical care for cancer patients.

25.12.2025, 17:57
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Kindergarten No. 62 "Balastan" Opens in Bishkek

On December 25, during the IV People's Kurultai, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev announced the online opening of 94 social and production facilities across the country. According to the city administration, 5 social and 1 production facility were opened in Bishkek, among which the kindergarten No. 62 "Balastan" began its operations in the Sverdlovsk district.

25.12.2025, 17:57
Economy

Sobyanin believes that Moscow cannot do without migrants for now

According to the forecasts of Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin, the capital is set to face a growing labor shortage, which currently amounts to between 400,000 and 500,000 people. In his speech at the Moscow City Duma, he stated: "The shortage of labor resources in Moscow currently ranges from 400,000 to 500,000, and in the future, this number will only increase. Populism in the field of migration is unacceptable," as reported by "Interfax".

25.12.2025, 17:56
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"Preferential loans are unavailable for ordinary citizens." A delegate from the Naryn region proposed to establish control over loan interest rates.

Delegate from the Naryn region, Azamat Makelov, at the IV People's Kurultai, which took place on December 25, proposed the necessity of controlling interest rates on loans and the requirements for documents requested by state and commercial banks when issuing them in Kyrgyzstan. He noted that preferential loans provided by state banks are actually inaccessible to most citizens. “Large entrepreneurs and cooperative owners are the first to receive such loans, while ordinary people striving

25.12.2025, 17:44
Local news

New Year Holidays Extended. No Make-up Days

On December 25, the Cabinet of Ministers approved resolution No. 835, extending the New Year holidays until January 12. Earlier, the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration proposed that the holidays on January 8 and 9, 2026, be designated as days off for employees of state and municipal organizations, as well as institutions and enterprises funded by the state budget, working a five-day week. In this regard, it was planned to move:

25.12.2025, 17:41
An electronic version of the General Plan until 2050 is being developed in Bishkek
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An electronic version of the General Plan until 2050 is being developed in Bishkek

Public hearings continue in the capital of Kyrgyzstan, dedicated to the project of the General Plan for the development of Bishkek until 2050. The event is taking place on December 25 at the "Alga" stadium with the participation of representatives from the mayor's office, architects, and relevant services. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. Deputy Mayor Azamat Kadyrov noted that work is currently underway on the electronic version of the General

25.12.2025, 17:41
Education news

A delegate from the Kara-Suy district proposed to reform the education and social security system

At the 4th People's Kurultai, held on December 25, delegate Kubanychbek Estebesov from the Kara-Suu district presented initiatives for reforming the education and social welfare systems. Estebesov emphasized the need for radical changes in the educational sphere. He pointed out that the transition to 12 years of schooling is not accompanied by sufficient measures to increase students' interest in learning. In a class of 30-35 students, only 5-10 are genuinely interested in studying

25.12.2025, 17:41
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Sadyr Japarov spoke about the results of creating agro-industrial clusters and cooperatives

- Kyrgyzstan has achieved complete self-sufficiency in 6 out of 9 key food products, which has been made possible through coordinated systemic work between government structures, farmers, processors, and cooperatives. This was announced by President Sadyr Japarov at the IV People's Kurultai on December 25. The President noted that agriculture plays a key role for the country, where 58% of the population lives in rural areas, ensuring social stability, food security, and regional growth.

25.12.2025, 17:39
The star of the film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," Vera Alentova, has passed away.
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The star of the film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," Vera Alentova, has passed away.

At the age of 83, Vera Alentova has passed away, as reported by the Pushkin Theater. The theater expressed its condolences: "This is a great sorrow for us... Vera Valentinovna Alentova served in our theater for over 60 years." According to information provided by TASS and several Telegram channels, such as "Baza" and "Caution, News," the actress felt unwell during a farewell to actor Anatoly Lobotsky at the Mayakovsky Theater. At the moment her health

25.12.2025, 17:33
Local news / Cultural news

In the city of Chelyabinsk, it was proposed to install a monument to Chyngyz Aitmatov

In Chelyabinsk, Russia, a monument to the famous writer Chyngyz Aitmatov is planned to be installed in a park that already bears his name. This proposal was voiced by Zina Bakirova, the head of the Kyrgyz diaspora, at the People's Kurultai. She emphasized that many citizens of Kyrgyzstan are outside their country for various reasons, and the diasporas are actively promoting the Kyrgyz language and culture. In particular, there is already a park in Chelyabinsk dedicated to Chyngyz Aitmatov.

25.12.2025, 17:32
Actress Vera Alentova Has Died
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Actress Vera Alentova Has Died

As reported by the Pushkin Theater website, where she worked for more than six decades, Vera Alentova has passed away. Vera Alentova. The actress's journey began at the Orsk Drama Theater, and after completing her studies at the Moscow Art Theater School, she became part of the Pushkin Theater in Moscow. Worldwide fame came to her after her leading role in the film "Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears," which earned Soviet cinema an Oscar.

25.12.2025, 17:28
At "Kyrgyz Post," the winners of the letter competition to Santa Claus were awarded
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At "Kyrgyz Post," the winners of the letter competition to Santa Claus were awarded

At OJSC "Kyrgyz Post", a ceremony was held to award the winners of the contest related to letters to Santa Claus. The contest, held under the slogan "The Country of My Dreams. Why Do I Want to Visit There?", was aimed at schoolchildren aged 9 to 14 and attracted over three thousand participants from various regions of the country. Participants sent their letters through post offices using registered mail. Valuable gifts such as tablets and mobile phones were awarded to the

25.12.2025, 17:27
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Exercises on the Neutralization of Extremist Groups Conducted by CSTO Countries

Recently, the countries of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) conducted joint exercises aimed at neutralizing extremist groups. This was reported by the organization's press service in its statement. As part of the training, under the guidance of the joint headquarters, the duty shifts of the Crisis Response Center, as well as the Ministries of Defense and Emergency Situations of Tajikistan, Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan actively participated.

25.12.2025, 17:25
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The area of Bishkek is 41 thousand hectares, - the general plan developer

- At the discussion of the Bishkek General Plan until 2050, Irina Grishechkina, Deputy Director for Project Issues at the Institute of Urban Planning, reported that the total area of the city is 41,081.3 hectares, of which 31% is privately owned. According to her data, 60% of the land is not yet registered in the unified state cadastre system, 5% belongs to the municipality, and 4% to the state.

25.12.2025, 17:24
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Sadyr Japarov is Concerned: Every Third Marriage in Kyrgyzstan Ends in Divorce

During his speech at the People's Kurultai, President Sadyr Japarov discussed the state of family relationships in Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized that the family is the foundation of the nation and an important element of the strength of the state. However, there is currently a concerning situation, with many marriages ending in divorce and children being left without one of their parents.

25.12.2025, 17:23
Kyrgyzstanis will rest until January 12
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Kyrgyzstanis will rest until January 12

The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to extend the New Year holidays of 2026 until January 12. Previously, the Ministry of Labor proposed to move the working days of January 8 and 9, 2026, to other dates — February 7 and April 25.

25.12.2025, 17:23
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A delegate of the Kurultai proposed to build a cascade of small hydropower plants in Chon-Kemin as an alternative to the development of the Dolpran gold deposit.

- At the IV People's Kurultai, which took place on December 25 in Bishkek, a delegate from Chon-Kemin, Dastan Dunkanaev, raised the issue of the Dolpran gold deposit, which is causing great concern among local residents. He noted that previously, during geological exploration, there was an incident involving the detention of the head of a Chinese company, who was accused of damaging pasture lands. Despite this, a final decision on the fate of the Dolpran deposit has still not been made.

25.12.2025, 17:21
Health / Exclusive

The head of state opened a new two-story hospital in the village of Kosh-Döbö.

In the Naryn region, in the village of Kosh-Döbö, located in the Ail district of Ala-Buga in the Ak-Talinsky district, a new two-story hospital has been built, reports Turmush correspondent. The opening ceremony took place today, December 25, with the online participation of President Sadyr Japarov. Local residents and representatives of the authorities at the regional and district levels also attended the event.

25.12.2025, 17:20
The first day of the People's Kurultai has concluded
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The first day of the People's Kurultai has concluded

The IV People's Kurultai has begun in Bishkek, attended by the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov. The first day of the forum took place on December 25. About 700 delegates from all regions of the country, as well as invited representatives of compatriots abroad and religious organizations, attended the event.

25.12.2025, 17:19
Local news

How the General Plan 2050 is Created. Data Sources for the Strategic Document

During the public discussions of the General Plan-2050 in Bishkek, the developers shared information about the data on which this strategic document is based and how its implementation is planned. Irina Grishechkina, a specialist from the St. Petersburg Scientific Research Institute of Prospective Urban Development, which is working on the General Plan for the capital, noted that extensive work was carried out to collect data during the preparation of the project.

25.12.2025, 17:08
Education news

Where the child is in the evening, who they spend time with. Responsibility is placed on teachers, - delegate from Issyk-Kul

At the IV People's Kurultai on December 25, a delegate from the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, Salamat Duyshkeev, called for not punishing teachers for the actions of children. Duyshkeev emphasized that the question of where children are in the evenings and with whom they spend their time often leads to teachers ultimately bearing the responsibility. "Instead of constantly looking for those to blame among teachers, it is necessary to focus on supporting their work. Parents

25.12.2025, 17:00
Education news

In the school in the village of Novoe, children learn "from each other," with only 30 cm between the blackboard and the desks. If the Minister of Education has no gasoline, she can take bus No. 18 and see for herself, - delegate

In the village of Novoe, located not far from Kun-Tuu, there is a school named after Kaparov, which was converted from a Finnish-type dormitory to accommodate 150 students. However, as reported on December 25 by the delegate of the People's Kurultai from Sokuluk, Asylgul Kenenbaeva, there are currently up to 400 children studying in this institution, creating unacceptable conditions. The distance between the blackboard and the desk is only 30 cm, which raises doubts about the possibility

25.12.2025, 17:00