Photo from the internet. The dollar is depreciating against the som for the first time in a long time According to the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, there is an increase in the official rates of the euro, Russian ruble, and Kazakh tenge, while the dollar and Chinese yuan have depreciated. US Dollar:
In foreign news, events that took place in Ukraine and around the world amid ongoing military actions are highlighted. Here are the main points from the last 24 hours. Konstantinovka, December 2025. Photo by Diego Herrera Carcedo / Anadolu / Getty Images. Sergey Lavrov, the Russian Foreign Minister, reported that President Putin's residence in Valdai was attacked by Ukrainian drones and promised retaliatory measures from Moscow. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky denied these
The portal of public procurement has announced that three tenders for road surface repairs have been declared in the city of Osh. These procurements are initiated by the municipal enterprise "Osh City Roads." The total cost of the contracts amounts to 709 million soms, and the tenders include planned work for asphalting and reconstruction of urban streets.
The official exchange rates for December 30, 2025, were published by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. A comparison with data from December 27 showed that there were no significant changes in the currency market.
The Cabinet of Ministers has made a decision regarding the procedure for using the names of the main characters from the epic "Manas." This information was published by the information support department of the Cabinet's office. The decision, signed by the Chairman of the Cabinet, Adylbek Kasymaliev, establishes the legal framework for the use of the heroes' names.
At a recent meeting held by the head of the Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan, Almambet Shykmamatov, the results of tax revenues for the past year were summarized. According to his information, the tax and insurance contributions plan for 2025 was set at 343 billion soms, however, actual revenues amounted to 389 billion soms. This means that the plan was exceeded by 113.6 percent.
On December 29, representatives of the local authorities visited children who were unable to attend the New Year’s tree due to health issues. Together with Grandfather Frost and the Snow Maiden, they delivered gifts right to the doors of these children, among whom are children with cerebral palsy who are completely dependent on care.
The United Kingdom is preparing to launch a program that will allow school and college graduates to experience military service in the Army, Navy, and Air Force for a year, without long-term commitments.
The installation of solar panels will allow the school to significantly reduce its electricity expenses, which previously amounted to between 2 to 3 million tugriks (approximately 563–844 US dollars) per month. Now, with the transition to solar energy, the institution has become less dependent on central power supply and is saving substantial funds. According to the local administration, the system also has the capability to periodically generate excess electricity that can be sent to the
The Philippine Department of Tourism welcomes a charter flight from Mongolia. The Philippines is opening a limited route to enter the Mongolian market. The Philippine Department of Tourism expressed joy over the new direct flight, which has opened access to the Central Asian market.
Agiymaa Oyuungerel A woman has regained her phone, which was stolen and buried in a park in South London, indicating a rising number of thefts. Agiymaa Oyuungerel was able to recover her Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, which was stolen by a man on a bicycle at Surrey Quays railway station. The source of this story is MyLondon, a news site owned by Reach plc, which also publishes the Daily Mirror and covers events in London. Returning to the London park, Agiymaa highlights the growing problem of
Border checkpoint Arts-Suur In particular, from December 29 to January 8, the following points will be closed: "Arts-Suur" and "Tes" near the Tuva Republic, "Ulhan" and "Borshoo" on the border with the Trans-Baikal region, "Tsagaanuur" in the Altai Republic, and "Khanh," which borders the Republic of Buryatia. This is warned by the border agency. At the same time, it is specified that the operation of the Altanbulag-Khiagt border
As of August this year, the Ministry of Justice of South Korea recorded a record number of foreign students in the country — 305,000, which is 50,000 more compared to last year. In April 2022, the Ministry of Education reported 253,000 foreign students; however, just four months later, the Ministry of Justice noted that the main growth is associated with an increase in the number of students from Vietnam actively studying the Korean language. Analyzing the composition of foreign students,
On December 28, the first robotic surgery using the Revo-i system was performed in the National Oncology Center in the Bayanzurkh district of Ulaanbaatar. The liver transplant procedure was successfully completed. Revo-i, a new robotic surgical system, offers 3D visualization without the need for special glasses. This surgeon-controlled system provides precise and smooth instrument movements, making surgeries safer for patients. This equipment represents modern technology in the field of
In the vast expanses of Mongolia, known for its epic landscapes and ancient equestrian culture, Eva Zubek begins her adventure, aspiring to become a modern warrior under the guidance of an experienced horseback archery master. Eva learns the basics of archery and masters the technique of riding without hands.
On December 29, Mongolia celebrates 114 years since gaining its independence and also marks the establishment of its modern diplomatic service. “The British Embassy is pleased to congratulate the people of Mongolia on the 114th anniversary of the restoration of independence,” said Ambassador Fiona Blight. This date, December 29, 1911, became a historic moment when the Mongolian people proclaimed a revolution that ended 200 years of rule by the Manchu Qing dynasty.
The proceedings concerning the recognition of the blocking of calls in popular messengers have been terminated by the Tagansky District Court of Moscow, reports DW. Users of Telegram and WhatsApp filed a lawsuit against Roskomnadzor
According to Lavrov, on the night of December 28 to 29, Ukrainian drones allegedly attacked the presidential residence in Russia. He claims that 91 drones were shot down, but no data on casualties or damages has been provided. Lavrov did not provide any evidence to support his claims that these were indeed Ukrainian drones attempting to attack Putin's residence. He added that Russia would take retaliatory measures and has already identified targets. The Russian Foreign Minister also
According to information provided by the press service of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate, as part of preventive measures to reduce the number of road traffic accidents, drivers are being given themed gifts. This campaign, initiated by the Ministry of Internal Affairs, covers all cities and regions of the country and takes place during a month-long event called "Observing Traffic Rules - A Guarantee of Human Life."
During recent negotiations with U.S. President Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the U.S. offered Ukraine security guarantees for a 15-year term with the possibility of extension. However, the Ukrainian leader expressed a desire for this term to be extended to 30–40–50 years. He shared this information with journalists in voice messages in the president's office chat. Zelensky noted that preliminary security agreements were coordinated by his team, and further discussions took
At a recent meeting with representatives of law enforcement and the judiciary in the Issyk-Kul region, the head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, reported that the agency has gathered materials on several judges. This information was confirmed by the press center of the SCNS. Tashiev emphasized that judges cannot make decisions based on personal acquaintances or bribes. "The judiciary must be independent of politics, and their main task is to deliver fair
Today, the price of Bitcoin reached $90,000, but shortly after that, there was a decline, and the price returned to around $87,000, as reported by Forbes.ru. According to Bloomberg, this cryptocurrency was unable to sustain the "Santa Claus rally" observed in the U.S. stock markets. Nevertheless, some investors still hope for Bitcoin's growth, as evidenced by futures data.
In Kyrgyzstan, clear weather without precipitation is expected. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature at night will be +2 degrees, rising to +13 during the day.
According to Reuters, in 2025, total American contributions to UN humanitarian programs amounted to $3.38 billion. For comparison, in 2024, this amount reached $14.1 billion, and in 2022 – $17.2 billion. At the beginning of December, the UN announced a reduction in the budget of its humanitarian programs to the lowest level in the last ten years, which is related to a decrease in donor contributions, especially from the United States. Despite this, the United States remains the largest donor to
In the Chuy region, law enforcement officers conducted an inspection following a report concerning a possible case of domestic violence that became a topic of discussion on social media. This was reported in a press release from the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chuy region. On December 27 at 11:51, the duty station of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Ata district received a signal via "102" that a man was allegedly beating his wife near the "Noorus"
In the Chui region, a criminal case has been initiated regarding the damage to a road sign located at the entrance to the village of Konstantinovka, as reported by the regional Department of Internal Affairs. According to the information from the agency, a video was found on social networks showing a group of young people damaging the sign with the name "Konstantinovka." An investigation revealed that on December 25, around 8:00 PM, a fight occurred as a result of a domestic conflict
During a hockey match featuring the President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, an incident occurred. He fell on his back due to a push from his teammate. A video of the moment became available on Telegram channels, as reported by "Fontanka.ru".
The youth national team of Kyrgyzstan will not meet on the field with the team from China. This information was published by the Kyrgyz Football Union. The reason for the cancellation was the mutual agreement of all parties involved.
On December 30, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, the passage of citizens and vehicles through the "Chon-Kapka - road" checkpoint will be temporarily closed. This is due to technical work being carried out, as reported by the Border Service of the State Committee for National Security. Border guards recommend that citizens plan their routes in advance and use alternative checkpoints to cross the state border between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.
When it comes to gifts, many city dwellers recall the emotions they experienced. Family dinners, unexpected meetings, and travels hold an important place in their memories. One survey participant shared that an unforgettable gift for her was a ticket to Phu Quoc. “It was an incredible time, so many memories remain,” she said.
During the ceremonial reception, Ambassador Aibek Moldogaziev discussed key points of Kyrgyz-American cooperation and outlined plans for bilateral events for the next year.
On the night of January 1, the Earth may encounter a cloud of plasma ejected by solar flares that occurred on the Sun. This was reported by the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the Institute of Space Research and the Institute of Solar-Terrestrial Physics of the Russian Academy of Sciences, as stated by Interfax. Among the flares that occurred on the Sun, two were classified as strong category M: the first with a level of M4.2 was recorded at 1:39 Moscow time, and the second at 3:02 with a level
The disaster occurred in the southern Mexican state of Oaxaca, where the main locomotive of a passenger train carrying 250 people derailed. An investigation is currently underway, examining various theories, including possible technical malfunctions of both the train and the railway tracks, as well as errors on the part of the staff.
As a result of a special inspection conducted in accordance with paragraph 29 of the Regulation "On the Procedure for Conducting a Competition for Admission to Service in the Prosecutor's Office and Forming a Personnel Reserve," approved by the order of the Attorney General No. 63-B dated October 16, 2024, the competition commission decided to exclude four candidates and their close relatives from the list of participants in the competition. This decision was made on December 25,
In Bishkek, the schedule for public transport will change on New Year's Eve, the press service of the city hall informs. From December 31 to January 1, buses will operate until 2-3 AM. For the convenience of residents and guests of the capital, over 300 buses will be deployed on the main routes.
In 2023, the amount of social assistance under the social contract was increased from 100,000 to 150,000 soms. According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration, 13,331 such contracts were signed across the country in 2025. The Ministry noted that increasing the amount to 150,000 soms contributed to more active participation of families in the program, improving their financial situation and enhancing competitiveness in various
According to information from the border service, the temporary suspension of the crossing will be related to the need for technical measures. The crossing point "Chon-Kapka - Road" is located in the Talas region on the border between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Citizens are advised to plan their routes in advance and, if necessary, use other crossing points to cross the border between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan.
In the run-up to the New Year holidays, children from the Nur-Bulak orphanage in the city of Chayek, as well as from the Irada and Telegey orphanages in Karakol, visited the Eurasia Park. A special entertainment program was prepared for them, in which representatives of the youth charity organization SOS actively participated. During the visit, the children enjoyed a variety of activities: they rode on attractions and on the ice rink, met Father Frost, and participated in an interactive show.
Today in the Ton district, a New Year celebration called "Balaty Mayramy" took place with the participation of B. Osmonov, the head of the district state administration, reports Turmush correspondent. 210 children from various rural areas of the district attended the event. Among the participants were honor students, children from disadvantaged families, kids with disabilities, as well as orphans and other categories of children.
On December 29, a solemn event for the employees of the municipal enterprise "Tazalyk" took place at the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov. This was reported by the press service of the Bishkek city administration. During the event, Mayor Aibek Junushaliev congratulated those present on the upcoming New Year and handed the keys to new specialized equipment to the director of the enterprise. As the mayor noted, over the past two years, "Tazalyk" has
In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, the city hall is organizing an unforgettable New Year's Eve on the central Ala-Too square, inviting both locals and tourists to celebrate the holiday. This is reported in an official statement from the municipality. The festive concert will begin on December 31 at 6:00 PM and promises to create an atmosphere of true New Year's magic, filling hearts with joy and positivity for the entire coming year.
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adybek Kasymaliev, issued Resolution No. 819, dated December 23, 2025, which made amendments to the previously effective government resolution regarding the abolition of military courts of the Kyrgyz Republic. This resolution was adopted on August 18, 2017, and is numbered 506. In the new document, paragraph 9 has been supplemented with several paragraphs specifying the salaries for military personnel who served in military courts and receive pensions
The city of Osh has opened a modern flower market. The relevant information was provided by the press service of the city administration of this region. According to the provided data, the new market is located next to the Osh National Drama Theater.
According to WHO data, alcohol affects mortality more than any other psychoactive substance. In 2019, approximately 145,000 cases of death from injuries related to alcohol consumption were recorded in Europe, with the most common causes being suicides, road accidents, and falls. Alcohol-related risks:
Recently, a solemn event took place where the results of the republican competition "Cleanest City" and "Cleanest Aiyl Aimak" were announced. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. According to the provided data, the winners received certificates and valuable prizes in various nominations:
The Ministry of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic has informed citizens about the working schedule of medical institutions during the holidays at the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026. According to the agency's announcement, on December 30 and 31, all medical organizations in the country will operate in a state of increased readiness. These days will be supported by additional shifts of medical personnel, and services will be prepared for emergency and urgent treatment.
On December 29, a solemn ceremony was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources to award the winners of the republican competition "The Cleanest City" and "The Cleanest Ayil District." According to the ministry's press service, the Minister of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, presented certificates and valuable prizes to the winners in the following categories:
In the current year, 25,391 new jobs were created in Kyrgyzstan thanks to the implementation of the social contracts program, as reported by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security, and Migration. In 2025, the amount of one-time assistance increased from 100,000 to 150,000 soms, allowing 13,331 citizens to receive these funds. This increase contributed to many families becoming more active in starting small businesses and utilizing their labor resources.
