On the night of December 4 to 5, 2025, residents of our planet will be able to observe the last supermoon of this year. The full moon in December is traditionally called the Cold Moon and marks the final stage of the lunar cycle. Illustrative photo
A complaint about the inaction of law enforcement agencies has been registered with the Ombudsman Institute. The press service of the main human rights defender reports that the day before, a 20-year-old resident of the village of Temirovka, M. N., approached the representative of the akiykatchy in the Issyk-Kul region. According to her, her husband, 24-year-old A. S., worked as an electrician at the Issyk-Kul branch of the National Electric Network for eight months.
The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) has returned the Asem Household Combine to state ownership, which was unlawfully privatized. This was reported by the committee's press service. Now, the building with an area of 4,028 square meters and a land plot of 0.5 hectares are under the balance of the Karakol city administration.
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The head of the office of the presidential representative in the Chuy region, Jomartova Nazgul Kasymbaevna, has left her position. According to information provided by Turmush, on December 3, 2025, she submitted her resignation letter voluntarily. Jomartova began her work in this position on April 7, 2023.
The Issyk-Kul District Department of Internal Affairs refused to initiate a criminal case regarding the death of a 24-year-old electrician that occurred at a recreation center in the village of Semenovka. This was reported by representatives of the Institute of Akikaty. According to the institute, a 20-year-old resident of the village of Temirovka, M.N., approached the authorized representative of the akikatчы with a complaint about the inaction of the investigators from the District
Photo from the internet The state institution "Kyzmat" has presented new certificates and forms that will now be issued by the Civil Registry Office. As part of this initiative, two types of forms are being introduced: digital and printed. This is a step towards the implementation of digital documents in the public services of Kyrgyzstan. According to Ernes Dosaliev, the deputy director of the state institution "Kyzmat," this initiative aims to simplify the procedures for
The Eurasian Economic Commission reported that tariffs on certain types of nuts, seeds, and stones have been abolished for three years. This decision was made by the EEC board. In particular, the import customs duties for shea nuts, shorea nuts, sal seeds, Garcinia indica seeds (code 1207 99 960 1 TN VED EAEU), and mango (mangifera indica) stones and their kernels (code 1212 99 950 1 TN VED EAEU) are now set at 0 percent of the customs value and will be in effect until December 31, 2028.
Every year on December 4, Kyrgyzstan celebrates the Day of the Epic "Manas". This date was established in 2015 by a government decree aimed at preserving and popularizing this cultural heritage. The epic "Manas" is recognized as a masterpiece of oral and intangible cultural heritage of humanity by UNESCO and is listed in the Guinness World Records as the longest epic in the world.
On December 3, in the village of Kyzyl-Suu, located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region, 100 families with individuals who have disabilities received social assistance. This became known through a message from the head of the village administration, Alisher Nurbek uulu. According to Alisher Nurbek uulu, food packages were distributed to citizens from socially vulnerable groups thanks to the efforts of a charitable foundation. The event was attended by the deputy akim of the
In response to the ongoing wave of mass abductions, Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in the country. This was reported by Bayo Onanuga, special adviser on information and strategy, through his account on social media platform X. Photo Reuters. Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has declared a state of emergency in the country
Jamila Dzhamanbaeva, the ombudsman for human rights in Kyrgyzstan, emphasizes the need for law enforcement agencies to respect the constitutional rights of citizens. According to the press service of the ombudsman institute, citizens have the right to appeal to government bodies and expect justified responses within the timeframes established by law. Law enforcement agencies, in turn, are obliged to inform citizens about the decisions made regarding their appeals.
Erling Haaland, a forward from Norway, has made history in the English Premier League by becoming the fastest player to reach 100 goals. This milestone occurred during the match between Manchester City and Fulham when Haaland scored his century goal in the 17th minute, sending the ball into the top corner of the net.
According to a court ruling in Moscow, it was established that advertisements that give preference only to citizens of Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan violate the law. Illustrative photo
In Kyrgyzstan, a large-scale reform concerning civil status acts has begun. This information was announced at a press conference organized by the "Kabar" agency. Now citizens can receive civil registry certificates in electronic format through the "Tündük" application and the electronic services portal.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved a program aimed at improving pastures from 2024 to 2029. As part of this initiative, activities are being carried out to restore pastures and increase their productivity in the rural area of Shumkar-Uya, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the KR. To enhance the quality of pasture soils and increase grass biomass, organic fertilizers "Grukhus" and "Nanakumat" are being used. The
In Kainy, located in the Chui region, celebrations were held in honor of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. This was reported by the mayor of the city, Rysbek Sheishenov. As part of the celebration, food packages were handed out to 70 families with children with disabilities.
On November 25, the Pervomaisky District Court of Bishkek made a decision to remand several individuals involved in the high-profile case related to taxi driver Kumarbek Abdyrov into custody. Among those detained were former judges, a prosecutor, and a lawyer, who will now remain in the GKNB pre-trial detention center until December 20. The detained judges are accused under Articles 336, Parts 1 and 2 "Corruption committed in the interests of an organized group or causing serious
In the Chatkal district of the Jalal-Abad region, 9 educational institutions have been closed for quarantine. This was reported by Parikan Eshenkulova, head of the health strengthening department of the Jalal-Abad inter-district center for disease prevention and epidemiological surveillance. According to her, 3 schools and 6 kindergartens have temporarily suspended their operations due to an outbreak of acute respiratory virus and hepatitis A among children, as recommended by doctors.
An athlete from Kyrgyzstan, Jakshylyk Myrzabekov (14-2), is preparing for a fight for the interim championship title in the ACA (Absolute Championship Akhmat) organization. The ACA 197 tournament will take place on December 5 in Moscow, Russia.
During the first ten months of 2025, the ombudsman received 129 appeals concerning violations of the rights of women and children. According to data from human rights organizations, among these appeals, 24 are related to domestic violence, 46 to alimony obligations, and 31 to children's rights. The remaining appeals address various aspects, such as monitoring court proceedings, labor rights, complaints against medical and educational institutions, as well as issues related to placement in
The National Academy "Manas," in collaboration with the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn and the Ch. Aitmatov Institute of Literature of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, organized an international scientific and practical conference titled "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Manas Phenomenon." According to information provided by the National Academy "Manas," important figures participated in the conference, including State
The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan has announced plans to significantly increase the export potential for local producers in the Chinese market. As part of this initiative, the republic has begun the process of developing and agreeing on five new protocols concerning veterinary and sanitary standards and inspection control procedures. The signing of these documents will ensure access for Kyrgyz goods to new segments of the Chinese market.
During his trip to Beijing, French President Emmanuel Macron called for the creation of favorable conditions to increase direct Chinese investments in the European Union. He emphasized that such investments could contribute to the establishment of new production facilities and jobs. This statement was made following his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, as reported by TASS. “Europe needs renewal to become more competitive and increase investment volumes. China aims to develop its
Photo from the internet On December 2, Prada officially announced the completion of the purchase of the famous Italian brand Versace for a sum of $1.5 billion, as reported by Reuters. According to information, the agreement was signed back in April, but the deal was temporarily suspended due to issues related to antitrust regulation.
At a recent meeting of the permanent commission of Bishkek, which deals with issues of housing and communal services, ecology, and transport, one of the deputies raised the topic of separate waste collection. In his opinion, recycling "useful" waste, including plastic, paper, and glass, can bring significant benefits.
The award ceremony for the winners of the republican competition for 2025 took place at the National Historical Museum. This competition is aimed at supporting the development of new products for cultural tourism in the field of traditional handicraft production. The press service of the Ministry of Culture reported that this competition was organized as part of the ODA project for 2023-2026, which aims to "Develop cultural tourism through the creation of traditional handicraft products
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic announces plans to significantly increase the supply of products from domestic producers to the Chinese market. As part of this initiative, the republic has begun work on preparing and agreeing upon five new veterinary and sanitary protocols, which include requirements and procedures for inspection control. After the signing of these documents, Kyrgyz products will be able to enter additional segments of the Chinese market.
Sanzhar Zhantaev Zhanishevich has been appointed to the position of First Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President in the Chuy Region. According to information published by Turmush, the order was signed on December 3, 2025, by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev.
In the Moscow district of the Chui region, in the rural ayil of Tört-Gül, an event was held dedicated to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Children were given sweets and gifts, and local artists showcased their talents through various performances.
The Trump administration has initiated a new rule concerning H-1B visas intended for highly skilled professionals. These visas are crucial for the American technology sector, which actively attracts talent from countries such as India and China. As part of the new policy, distributed on December 2 to all American diplomatic missions, consular officers are instructed to carefully scrutinize the resumes and LinkedIn profiles not only of the applicants themselves but also of their immediate
From December 13 to 14, the A. Maldybaev National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet will host the V International Festival of Opera Art, dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the outstanding opera singer and professor Bolot Minzhilkiyev. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Culture. This event will be dedicated to the memory of Bolot Minzhilkiyev — a master of art who became known for his unique timbre, wide vocal range, and high culture of performance. His talent allowed
President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov arrived in Pakistan on an official visit and was greeted at the airport by the country's president Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, as reported by the president's press secretary Askhat Alagozov. In honor of the arrival of the Kyrgyz leader, a 21-gun salute was given — this is the highest form of ceremonial greeting for heads of state.
The reason for this appeal was a statement from a resident of the Issyk-Kul region, who reported the inaction of investigative authorities regarding the death of her husband, who worked as an electrician.
The opening ceremony of the Bishkek city judo championship took place in one of the sports complexes of the capital. This information was provided by the press service of the Bishkek city administration on December 4. The Director of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports, Tourism, and Youth Affairs of the Bishkek city administration, Joomart Shamkanov, opened the competition, wishing the athletes good luck and success. He also emphasized the importance of education and well-rounded
On December 3, the premiere of the musical "Jamiyla," based on the works of Ch. Aitmatov, took place at the S. Ibraimov Osh National Drama Theater. The creative team of the T. Satylganov Kyrgyz National Philharmonic presented this performance to the audience. High-ranking guests attended the event, including the plenipotentiary representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Osh region, Amankhan Kenjebayev, his deputies, as well as district leaders and employees of
At a meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council on housing and communal services, transport, and ecology, the head of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk," Zholdoshbek Chushtukov, reported that all of his employees are insured, and not just with one, but with two insurance policies. He clarified that one of the insurance policies is mandatory and is paid for by the enterprise for each employee. However, it does not cover payments for workplace injuries, only
On December 3, 2025, during the state visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, to Pakistan, a meeting took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, and the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Muhammad Ishaq Dar. This information was provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. During the discussions, an open and constructive dialogue took place, covering a wide range of issues
In the Chui region, law enforcement agencies detained a 30-year-old woman known as M.A. on charges of abusing her children. A criminal case has been opened against her under Articles 138 (torture) and 139 (threat of violence dangerous to life and health) of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. The detainee has been placed in a temporary detention facility.
On December 3, former deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh, Buribai Juraevich Juraev, passed away in Osh. Buribai Juraevich was born on January 12, 1939, in the village of Besh-Kempir, located in the Nariman rural district of the Kara-Suu region of Osh Oblast, in a farming family.
According to Le Parisien, the last suspect was apprehended at a construction site in Laval. He is currently being held in a solitary cell, but his defense claims there is no reason to believe he was involved in the events at the Louvre and intends to appeal the decision regarding his arrest. According to reports, the 39-year-old detainee, originally from the Seine-Saint-Denis department, has had legal troubles six times before, including offenses related to pimping and trafficking in stolen
An investigation is underway into a road traffic accident in which a citizen of Kyrgyzstan was injured. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
In the territories of the Akhal, Lebap, and Mary velayats of Turkmenistan, there is a significant loss of cotton harvest. The reason for this is the lack of workers for harvesting. Hundreds of hectares owned by local officials have remained untreated with defoliants, making it impossible to use harvesters. Modern landowners are unwilling to adequately pay hired pickers, hoping for assistance from budget workers from local authorities. Meanwhile, on the unharvested fields, livestock can be seen
The launch of five new protocols will expand Kyrgyzstan's export potential and enhance the competitiveness of local products on the international stage. Among the goods covered by the new protocols are:
A special celebration was held in Uzgen dedicated to the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is observed on December 3. As part of the event, gifts were presented to 60 adolescents with special needs, and financial assistance was provided to 40 elderly citizens.
The European Regional Office of WHO has presented a report discussing successful practices in inclusive health care. This report provides examples of how various countries in Europe and Central Asia are working to address the challenges faced by over 135 million people with disabilities. The document outlines various strategies aimed at tackling this issue—from legislative reforms at the state level to local innovative services. These examples demonstrate how health systems can integrate the
Today, December 4, the World Boxing Championship under the IBA version kicks off in Dubai. The national team of Kyrgyzstan includes 12 boxers who will compete under the guidance of head coach Daniyar Tologon uulu.
During the state visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov to Pakistan on December 3, 2025, a meeting took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Jeenbek Kulubaev and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The meeting featured a constructive dialogue, during which various aspects of bilateral cooperation were discussed. Both ministers
