News of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek and Osh — latest events today

News

{title}
Local news
{title}
Economy
{title}
Incidents
{title}
Exclusive
{title}
Analytics
{title}
In the world
{title}
Political news
{title}
Health
{title}
Sports
{title}
Education news
{title}
Ecology
{title}
Cultural news
In all schools of Kyrgyzstan, the 80th anniversary of the United Nations is being celebrated
Local news

In all schools of Kyrgyzstan, the 80th anniversary of the United Nations is being celebrated

Today, special lessons and events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the United Nations are taking place in all educational institutions in Kyrgyzstan. Students are exploring the significance of the UN in maintaining peace, developing international cooperation, and protecting human rights, as well as highlighting Kyrgyzstan's contribution to the activities of this organization. In Bishkek, at secondary school No. 100 named after Baidildy Sarnygoev, a class hour was held, attended by

24.10.2025, 11:50
Economy

The Ministry of Energy proposes to extend the ban on coal exports by another six months.

The Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic has proposed to extend the existing ban on the export of coal by road transport for an additional six months. This issue has been put up for public discussion as part of a new draft resolution of the Cabinet. According to the proposed document, it is planned to prohibit the export of coal from the country via road routes (codes 2701 and 2702 according to the EAEU Customs Code) for a period of six months.

24.10.2025, 11:50
Incidents

A woman was killed in Bishkek: The driver was under drugs, - UPSM

On the morning of October 21, a tragic incident occurred on Deng Xiaoping Street in Bishkek: a woman crossing the road at a pedestrian crossing was struck by a car. According to the press service of the Patrol Police Department, the driver of the vehicle that hit her fled the scene. Unfortunately, the pedestrian did not survive and died at the scene.

24.10.2025, 11:49
The Government of Kyrgyzstan is considering the possibility of diversifying fuel supply.
Exclusive

The Government of Kyrgyzstan is considering the possibility of diversifying fuel supply.

Daniyar Amangeldiev also noted that Kyrgyzstan continues negotiations with Russia regarding fuel supplies. He assured that the country's government will not allow a shortage of fuel and lubricants in the republic's market. "We will do everything possible to maintain stable prices and prevent shortages in our market," he added. Furthermore, Daniyar Amangeldiev clarified that the decision on diversifying supplies will depend on the economic situation and transportation

24.10.2025, 11:48
Local news

In Kyrgyzstan, roads to tourist routes and recreation areas are being improved

The Ministry of Transport and Communications is actively working on improving the road infrastructure aimed at developing the tourism sector. This is reported by the ministry's press service. Recent works include the major repair of sections on the routes Karkyra — Turuk — Sary-Jaz, as well as the roads leading to the ski base "Karokul," the walnut grove Arslanbob, Lake Sary-Chelek, and the resorts on the shores of Issyk-Kul.

24.10.2025, 11:46
Economy

Kyrgyzstan ranks 19th in the global cryptocurrency adoption index - Sadyr Japarov

On October 24, a meeting of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies is taking place in Bishkek, attended by the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and the founder of the Binance platform, Changpeng Zhao. During the meeting, the president emphasized that Kyrgyzstan differs from many countries in the region in that it has already adopted a law on virtual assets, and a clear state policy in this area is being formed.

24.10.2025, 11:46
Health

Chinese ophthalmologists performed 317 surgeries at the Osh Interregional Hospital

From October 11 to 22, Chinese doctors performed 317 eye surgeries at the Osh Interregional Combined Clinical Hospital, according to information from the Ministry of Health. As part of the "Express Health - Bright Journey" initiative, specialists from China carried out 317 free surgeries, allowing many patients to regain their sight. The cost of one surgery exceeds 100,000 soms, but all expenses were covered under the project.

24.10.2025, 11:45
Ecology

Up to +25 degrees during the day — weather forecast for October 25

Weather overview in Kyrgyzstan for October 25. According to information from Kyrgyzhydromet, no precipitation is expected during the night. During the day, rain is possible in some areas of Chui, Talas, Issyk-Kul, and Naryn regions, while snow may fall in the high mountains. At the same time, the weather will be dry in Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions. A western wind will blow at a speed of 4-9 m/s, with possible gusts of up to 15-20 m/s during the day.

24.10.2025, 11:40
The Ministry of Agriculture reported on which products Kyrgyzstan remains dependent on imports.
Economy / Exclusive

The Ministry of Agriculture reported on which products Kyrgyzstan remains dependent on imports.

On the air of Birinchi Radio, the head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, Uran Chekirbaev, spoke about the current situation regarding food security in the country. Despite a stable level of basic products, the republic continues to experience dependence on imports in certain categories. Chekirbaev noted that food security in Kyrgyzstan is subject to seasonal fluctuations, and therefore monthly analyses of the

24.10.2025, 11:40
Chinese companies have suspended the purchase of Russian oil
Local news

Chinese companies have suspended the purchase of Russian oil

Photo from the internet Against the backdrop of new U.S. sanctions against "Rosneft" and "Lukoil," state-owned oil companies in China have temporarily halted the purchase of Russian oil that is delivered by sea. This was reported by Reuters. It is noted that Chinese companies express concerns that participating in such deals could lead to the risk of falling under secondary sanctions.

24.10.2025, 11:37
Local news

All NGOs and parties are required to publish their income and assets online

Sadyr Japarov, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, has signed a law concerning reporting for a number of non-profit organizations. According to the new legislation, starting from 2026, political parties, trade unions, religious organizations, and cooperatives that use grant funds will be required to publish information about their income, expenses, and assets on the tax service's website no later than April 1 of each year.

24.10.2025, 11:36
The illegally privatized plot of the "Abshyr-Ata" tourist base has been returned to the state.
Exclusive

The illegally privatized plot of the "Abshyr-Ata" tourist base has been returned to the state.

The Prosecutor's Office of the Nookat District conducted an investigation, during which it was found that a plot of land with an area of 8,183 sq.m, located in the Ayil District of T. Kulatov and owned by the "Abshyr-Ata" tourist base, was privatized illegally in 2006. The General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan reported this fact. As a result of the measures taken by the prosecutor's office, the plot, valued at 69.6 million soms, was fully returned to state

24.10.2025, 11:33
"Bishkek 2030": Social Media Explodes with Memes About New Streetlights in the Capital
Local news

"Bishkek 2030": Social Media Explodes with Memes About New Streetlights in the Capital

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the process of installing new city streetlights has begun, which has sparked mixed reactions among residents. A real wave of humor and memes has erupted on social media, where users are "decorating" various places, from the historic "Dzerzhinka" to the picturesque landscapes of the Tian Shan mountains using neural network technologies. Posts with captions like "Bishkek 2030" and "Erkindik Boulevard. May 2026"

24.10.2025, 11:33
Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on October 24
Economy

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on October 24

Information was gathered from various commercial bank websites. For further clarification regarding this information, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. The data is valid at the time of publication. The rates are presented for cash currency exchange. They may change throughout the day.

24.10.2025, 11:31
Incidents

Wanted: 26-year-old Diana Sadabaeva

According to the press service of the Lenin District Department of Internal Affairs, 26-year-old Diana Sadabaeva, born in 1999, is wanted. The girl went missing on October 21. She left her home in the Ak-Orgo residential area around 5:30 PM and did not return.

24.10.2025, 11:28
Incidents

GKNB: Vietnamese National Illegally Employed Fellow Countrymen in Sewing Workshops and Planned to Create an Organized Crime Group

On October 23, the press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported the disruption of a channel for the illegal migration of Vietnamese citizens. The investigation established that D.V.S., a citizen of Vietnam, had set up a scheme for the illegal migration of his compatriots, presenting them as tourists, with the aim of further employment in sewing workshops in Kyrgyzstan.

24.10.2025, 11:28
Local news

The new master plan includes the creation of 1,500 hectares of green spaces.

At a press conference on October 24, the Deputy Head of "Bishkekglavarkhitektura," Aziret Akimov, stated that compliance with greenery standards in Bishkek leaves much to be desired. According to the standards, there should be at least 16 square meters of green space per resident, while currently, this figure is only 4.5–5 square meters, which is four times lower than the required level. Akimov also noted that by 2050, the city's population could reach 1.9 million. In this

24.10.2025, 11:28
Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan covers up to 25% of its grain needs through domestic production, - Ministry of Agriculture

The internal market of Kyrgyzstan is currently satisfied with grain only by 20-25%, while the main part, amounting to 75-80%, comes from abroad. This was reported on October 23 during a broadcast on the Uran radio station by Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Chekirbaev noted that during the Soviet period, the country's self-sufficiency in grain reached 60-80%, but the situation has changed, and imports

24.10.2025, 11:28
Exclusive

Urmаt Cholukov appointed head of the Sokuluk District Administration Office

Urmat Zhekshenbekovich Cholukov has become the new head of the Sokuluk District State Administration. According to the akimat, before his appointment, Urmat Cholukov worked as the head of the department at the Northern Interregional Office of the State Agency for Public Service and Local Self-Government under the Cabinet of Ministers.

24.10.2025, 11:27
Local news

The Cabinet expanded the powers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations in the field of public safety.

The Cabinet of Ministers approved changes to the operational rules of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, as recorded in Resolution No. 658. This measure was taken in accordance with the presidential decree issued on June 16, 2025, under number 183. The decree pertains to the order and mechanism of interchangeability of law enforcement agencies involved in ensuring public safety, protecting the population, and maintaining the territorial integrity of the country.

24.10.2025, 11:25
Chinese ophthalmologists performed 317 free surgeries at the Osh Interregional United Clinical Hospital
Exclusive

Chinese ophthalmologists performed 317 free surgeries at the Osh Interregional United Clinical Hospital

Chinese specialists, while performing surgeries, restored the vision of numerous patients, allowing them to see the surrounding world anew. The cost of one surgery, including lens implantation and medications, exceeds 100,000 soms; however, all financial expenses were covered by the Chinese side. In addition, as part of humanitarian cooperation, the "Chinese Health - Express" Foundation donated an optical coherence tomography (OCT) device to the Osh hospital, valued at 17 million

24.10.2025, 11:24
Local news

The new master plan for Bishkek is ready. It will soon be made public for the residents.

Today, October 24, "Bishkekglavarkhitektura" reported on the current status of the city's master plan project, which is planned until 2050. Vice Mayor Azamat Kadyrov noted that the current master plan, created in 2006, is nearing the end of its term. This year, against the backdrop of administrative-territorial reform, a new master plan has been developed that takes into account changes until 2050. A Japanese company prepared a master plan, based on which a research institute

24.10.2025, 11:23
Kyrgyzstan and Germany to Prepare Personnel for Tourism Development
Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan and Germany to Prepare Personnel for Tourism Development

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, held a meeting with Reinhard Kremmel, the Honorary Consul of the country in Bavaria and Thuringia, as well as the Deputy Co-Chairman of the Kyrgyz-German Business Council from the German side.

24.10.2025, 11:21
"‘We will destroy’: Trump promised to kill those who bring drugs into the USA"
Local news

"‘We will destroy’: Trump promised to kill those who bring drugs into the USA"

Photo from the internet. Illustrative photo President Donald Trump announced that the United States will continue strikes against drug traffickers outside the country without prior approval from Congress, as reported by CNN. According to him, the main task is to stop the flow of drugs into the country. The U.S. military is already attacking drug cartels in the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, and now Trump has announced operations on land, particularly in Venezuela. He expressed confidence

24.10.2025, 11:19
In the first half of the year, the turnover of virtual assets in Kyrgyzstan reached 860 billion soms
Exclusive

In the first half of the year, the turnover of virtual assets in Kyrgyzstan reached 860 billion soms

In Kyrgyzstan, the turnover of virtual assets for the first six months of this year amounted to 860 billion soms. This information was presented by Farhat Iminov, head of the secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies under the President of the country. According to him, there are currently about 200 licensed participants in the field of virtual assets operating in the republic.

24.10.2025, 11:13
Exclusive

Kyrgyzstan Increases Production of Eggs and Poultry Meat, - Ministry of Agriculture

The volume of egg and poultry meat production in Kyrgyzstan is showing positive dynamics. On the air of the radio on October 23, Uran Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, spoke about this. Chekirbaev noted that the sector of small farms, particularly in the southern part of the country, is developing especially actively.

24.10.2025, 11:11
Chinese ophthalmologists performed 317 free surgeries in Osh
Health / Exclusive

Chinese ophthalmologists performed 317 free surgeries in Osh

From October 11 to 22, a team of Chinese ophthalmologists worked at the Osh Interregional Clinical Hospital as part of the "Express Health - Bright Journey" initiative. According to the Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, over two weeks, Chinese specialists successfully performed 317 free surgeries, allowing patients to restore their vision and see the surrounding world again.

24.10.2025, 11:05
Local news

Residents of Kok-Zhar complained about illegal redevelopment. Construction has been suspended.

Apartment owners expressed concern about the destruction of load-bearing walls by the owner of the basement floor. In the Kok-Zhar microdistrict located in Bishkek, the renovation work in the basements of houses No. 22 and No. 23 has been temporarily suspended following complaints from residents. It has been reported that this decision was made by the Ministry of Construction of the Kyrgyz Republic.

24.10.2025, 10:54
Kyrgyzstan and Japan Hold a Seminar on Youth Football
Local news

Kyrgyzstan and Japan Hold a Seminar on Youth Football

As part of this seminar, which takes place on October 23 and 24, experts from Japan are sharing their knowledge and experience with Kyrgyz coaches and specialists. The theme of the event is "Philosophy of Youth Football Development and JFA Training Methodology."

24.10.2025, 10:47