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Politics

The CEC approved the election results for district No. 4: Rustambek uulu, Zhaanbaev, and Alimjanova become deputies of the ЖК.

On December 8, the Central Election Commission held a meeting to discuss the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for constituency No. 4, making the corresponding decision. As a result of the meeting, it was established that the early elections in this constituency took place, and the protocol with the voting results was approved.

08.12.2025, 21:51
Politics

The Central Election Commission approved the election results for district No. 25: Shabazov, Tentishev, and Seitkazieva become deputies of the local council.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in constituency No. 25 at a meeting held on December 8. As a result, a resolution was adopted that recognized the elections as valid and approved the protocol with the voting results. According to the election results, the following candidates were elected as deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for constituency No. 25:

08.12.2025, 21:51
Politics

The CEC approved the election results for district No. 9: Jalilov, Tolonov, and Egenberdieva become deputies of the local council.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on December 8, during which it discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 9 and made the corresponding decision. The resolution adopted at the meeting confirmed the election results in district No. 9, which were recognized as valid. The protocol with the election results was also approved.

08.12.2025, 21:46
Politics

The CEC approved the election results for district No. 7: Kozuev, Kubanychbekov, and Mashrapova become deputies of the local council.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on December 8, during which the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 7 were discussed. As a result, a corresponding resolution was adopted. According to this resolution, the elections for deputies in district No. 7 are recognized as having taken place, and the protocol documenting the voting results has been approved. Following the elections to the Jogorku Kenesh, the following candidates were elected:

08.12.2025, 21:41
Politics

The CEC approved the election results for district No. 8: Akayev, Primov, and Torobekova become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on December 8, during which it reviewed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 8 and approved the corresponding resolution. As a result of these elections, the protocol was recognized as valid, confirming that the elections took place. The deputies of the Parliament of the Kyrgyz Republic elected based on the voting results are as follows: - Janarbek Akayev — 13,856 votes - Ulan Primov — 11,009 votes

08.12.2025, 21:39
Politics

The CEC approved the election results for district No. 23: Surabaldiyeva, Mamataliyev, and Kydyraliyev become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic held a meeting today, December 8, during which the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 23 were discussed. As a result of this meeting, a corresponding resolution was adopted. According to the document, the elections for deputies in district No. 23 were recognized as valid, and the protocol with the results was approved. Among the elected deputies were:

08.12.2025, 21:37
Politics

The Deputy Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan held a phone conversation with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Lithuania

On December 8, 2025, a telephone dialogue took place between Meder Abakirov, the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, and Audra Plepytė, her Lithuanian counterpart. According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both sides expressed interest in organizing political consultations between their foreign policy institutions.

08.12.2025, 21:26
Politics

The CEC approved the election results for district No. 6: Kudaiberdiev, Ergeshov, and Amanova become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission held a meeting on December 8, during which it discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in constituency No. 6 and made the corresponding decision. According to the voting results, the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in constituency No. 6 were deemed valid, and the protocol with the voting results was approved.

08.12.2025, 21:15
Politics

The Central Election Commission approved the election results for district No. 21: the deputies of the local council are Kongantiev, Abirov, and Sadyrbaeva.

The Central Election Commission discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 21 at a meeting on December 8 and made the corresponding decision. According to this decision, the elections for deputies in the specified district were recognized as valid, and the protocol with the voting results was approved. Among the elected deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh for district No. 21 were: - Kuanychbek Kongantiev, who received 13,379 votes; - Zhanibek

08.12.2025, 20:44
Politics

The CEC approved the election results for district No. 18: Khanzheza, Chomoev, and Satieva become deputies of the local council.

On December 8, the Central Election Commission held a meeting to discuss the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 18 and approved the corresponding resolution. According to the adopted document, the election results for district No. 18 were recognized as valid, and the protocol reflecting the voting results was approved.

08.12.2025, 20:24
Politics

Sadyr Japarov visited the renovated building of the National Television and Radio Corporation after major reconstruction

The president's visit took place on December 8, when Sadyr Japarov inspected the renovated building of the National Television and Radio Corporation (NTRC) after its major overhaul. The reconstruction affected both the administrative building located at 57 Young Guard Avenue and the studio and technical complex, which had long been in poor condition due to a lack of funding. Considering the importance of the NTRC as the main state broadcaster, the president allocated 307 million soms for

08.12.2025, 20:11
Politics

Kyrgyzstan asked Lithuania to inform about possible restrictions for cargo carriers

On December 8, a telephone conversation took place between the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Meder Abakirov, and his Lithuanian counterpart, Audra Plepite. During the conversation, issues of bilateral cooperation were discussed, as well as conditions regarding the crossing of the Lithuanian border by Kyrgyz freight carriers. The Kyrgyz side emphasized the need to strengthen dialogue and interaction between the foreign policy agencies of the two countries. Both sides

08.12.2025, 19:07
Transition to 12-Year Education is Well Thought Out, There Will Be No Overload for Children - Ministry of Education
Education / Exclusive

Transition to 12-Year Education is Well Thought Out, There Will Be No Overload for Children - Ministry of Education

The Ministry of Education of the Kyrgyz Republic has commented on parents' questions regarding the introduction of the 12-year educational format, providing detailed explanations. According to the department, the updated curricula fully take into account the age characteristics of children. All educational materials have been developed considering the psychology and physiology of younger schoolchildren, and the learning process is structured from simple to complex, with a gradual increase

08.12.2025, 17:58
Politics

Candidates in District No. 19 insist on canceling the voting results

Today, December 8, at a press conference, candidates Nurgul Useinova and Niyazbek Kulambaev voiced their grievances regarding the election results in district No. 19. They accused the organizers of violating the electoral process, using administrative resources, pressuring employees of local enterprises, and bribing voters. According to the candidates, their complaints to the Central Election Commission (CEC) and the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) went unnoticed, and the CEC

08.12.2025, 17:54
The EMPs meeting will take place on December 11 in Moscow.
Politics / Exclusive

The EMPs meeting will take place on December 11 in Moscow.

On December 11, a meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council (EIC) will take place in Moscow, the capital of the Russian Federation. According to the information policy service of the administration of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, this information was provided at a meeting of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC).

08.12.2025, 17:42
Politics

The EEC Council approved the draft agreement on electronic trade in goods within the EAEU

The meeting, in which the First Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev participated, was held in a video conference format. The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that the draft agreement on electronic trade in goods within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) was approved at the meeting. The purpose of this agreement is to create unified and transparent rules for electronic trade in the internal market of the Union. It will facilitate

08.12.2025, 17:07
Video / Local news / Cultural news

Hollywood-Asia: Asel Sherniyazova's Interview with George Clooney: On Mindfulness in Life and the Mistakes That Teach Us. Video

Interview of Asel Sherniyazova with George Clooney. The film Jay Kelly tells the story of a famous actor who, along with his team, embarks on a journey to Europe. This trip becomes not only a professional challenge but also an opportunity to come to terms with his own past and restore lost connections. The main character reconsiders the key moments that led to his success and feelings of loneliness.

08.12.2025, 16:06
A film about the defender of the Brest Fortress from Kazakhstan was shown in Moscow
Politics

A film about the defender of the Brest Fortress from Kazakhstan was shown in Moscow

At the event dedicated to the memory of the defenders of the Brest Fortress, the general director of the film company "Skyfest," Alexey Nikulin, emphasized the importance of showing the film in this historical location. "This is not our first project at the Museum of Victory; we have already presented a work awarded the 'Tefi' award — 'Rzhev. A Vaccine Against War.' We decided that the film 'Citadel,' which connects the Brest Fortress and family,

08.12.2025, 15:30
Tashiev instructed Tyuleev to remove the structures on Chuy Avenue
Politics

Tashiev instructed Tyuleev to remove the structures on Chuy Avenue

On December 8, 2025, the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and Chairman of the State National Security Committee, General-Colonel Kamchybek Tashiev, visited Chuy Avenue in Bishkek to check the progress of construction work, fulfilling the instructions of President Sadyr Japarov. The construction of trade pavilions, public transport stops, and parking spaces near the "TSUM" shopping center and "GUM" shopping center has become a topic of

08.12.2025, 14:14
"Eurasia Kyrgyzstan" has signed memorandums with leading universities of the country
Politics

"Eurasia Kyrgyzstan" has signed memorandums with leading universities of the country

The regional office "Eurasia Kyrgyzstan" has signed memorandums with the three most renowned higher educational institutions in the country, namely: the M. Ryskulbekov Kyrgyz Economic University, the International University of the Kyrgyz Republic (IUKR), and the B. Beishenaliev Kyrgyz National University of Culture and Arts. The purpose of the agreements is to establish a long-term partnership between "Eurasia Kyrgyzstan" and the mentioned universities, as well as to

08.12.2025, 14:00
China has allocated 15 scholarships to Kyrgyzstan for studying at universities
Education / Exclusive

China has allocated 15 scholarships to Kyrgyzstan for studying at universities

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the allocation of 15 government scholarships for the citizens of the country, provided by China. The agency announced the start of a competition for these scholarships, which are intended for studying at leading universities in China in bachelor's, master's, doctoral programs, and language internships for the academic year 2026-2027.

08.12.2025, 11:52
Ilham Aliyev Supports New Projects of the Azerbaijan-Kyrgyz Development Fund
Politics / Exclusive

Ilham Aliyev Supports New Projects of the Azerbaijan-Kyrgyz Development Fund

During the latest meeting of the intergovernmental commission on economic and humanitarian cooperation, President Ilham Aliyev met with Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. Bakyt Torobaev conveyed greetings from the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, and noted that the trust-based dialogue at the highest level has become the key to the successful development of bilateral relations in recent

08.12.2025, 11:49
Politics / Exclusive

In the Sokuluk District, a woman died after being beaten. Her husband has been detained.

According to information provided by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region, a suspect in causing serious bodily harm was detained on December 8. The incident occurred on December 4, when a report was received at the internal affairs department of the Sokuluk district about the death of a 47-year-old woman in the village of Blizhniy Aral.

08.12.2025, 11:00
Bakyt Torobaev met with Ilham Aliyev in Baku
Politics

Bakyt Torobaev met with Ilham Aliyev in Baku

Photo from the press service of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meeting of the Kyrgyz-Azerbaijani intergovernmental commission on economic and humanitarian cooperation, which took place on December 7 in Baku, Ilham Aliyev met with Bakyt Torobaev, who conveyed greetings from the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov, as reported by the information support service of the government apparatus. Photo from the press service of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic. In response,

08.12.2025, 10:49
International Day of Tashiev
Politics

International Day of Tashiev

Every year on December 9, the world celebrates the International Anti-Corruption Day, established after the signing of the UN Convention against Corruption in 2003. This day has become a symbol of the fight against financial crimes, embezzlement of budget funds, and bribery.

08.12.2025, 10:09
President of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic Abdrakhmatov: Only dialogue will save the world from the apocalypse
Politics

President of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic Abdrakhmatov: Only dialogue will save the world from the apocalypse

The scientific forum held at the Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan became one of the significant events of recent times. The topic of discussion was chosen as "From Conflict to Dialogue of Cultures and Civilizations: The Issue of Security and Sustainable Development." More than 100 participants, including scientists, politicians, and experts, gathered to discuss pressing issues related to conflicts and their resolution in the modern world. The forum was officially opened by the

08.12.2025, 09:43
Politics

The CEC decided to replace 35 chairpersons of precinct election commissions in district No. 13

At the meeting of the Central Election Commission (CEC) held on December 7, issues concerning the accountability of the chairpersons of the precinct election commissions in district No. 13 were discussed. As a result of the discussion, it was recommended that two territorial election commissions — the Noo-Ken and Mailuu-Suu commissions — replace 35 chairpersons and conduct elections for new leaders within five days.

07.12.2025, 20:18
The Central Election Commission has begun to approve the election results by precincts
Politics

The Central Election Commission has begun to approve the election results by precincts

A scandal in district No. 13 and other violations did not affect the overall results Today, December 7, the Central Election Commission of the Kyrgyz Republic began the process of approving the election results by precincts. The first three candidates who received the highest number of votes in their districts will be elected as deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh.

07.12.2025, 19:55
Politics

The Central Election Commission rejected the complaint against the candidate in district No. 5 due to lack of evidence.

In his statement, Rakhmanov indicated that on the night of November 29 to 30, campaign materials were displayed on LED screens in Osh along Kurmanjan Datka Street, which, in his opinion, contradicts Article 23 of the constitutional law on elections. Rakhmanov was invited to a meeting of the working group of the Central Election Commission (CEC) on December 4, where he confirmed his claims but was unable to provide any documents or other evidence of the broadcast of the mentioned videos.

07.12.2025, 19:54
Politics

The CEC recognized the early elections of deputies to the Jogorku Kenesh in 12 districts as valid.

At the meeting held on December 7, the Central Election Commission (CEC) summarized the results of the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in 12 multi-mandate districts, confirming their legitimacy. The protocols of the district electoral commissions and the lists of elected deputies were approved. The elections took place in districts No. 2, 5, 10, 11, 15, 20, 22, 24, 27, 28, 29, and 30. Complaints and statements were received in some districts by the CEC's coordination group,

07.12.2025, 19:38
Politics

The CEC approved the election results for district No. 22: Bekeshev, Ibragimov, and Kozhokulova become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) held a meeting on December 7, during which it discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the multi-mandate district No. 22. As a result, a corresponding resolution was adopted. According to this decision, the elections in district No. 22 were declared valid, and the protocol with the voting results was approved. The list of elected deputies includes:

07.12.2025, 17:04
Politics

Citizen's Statement on Violation of Election Campaign Conditions by Candidate Sulaymanov Not Confirmed, - CEC

The Central Commission for Elections and Referendums on December 7 reviewed the complaint of Dilmurad Rahmanov, in which he claims violations of election campaigning by the candidate for the Jogorku Kenesh from the multi-mandate electoral district No. 5, Eldar Sulaymanov. This was reported by the press service of the CEC. In his appeal, Rahmanov indicated that from November 29 to 02:30 on November 30, campaign materials of candidate Sulaymanov were displayed on LED screens along Kurmanjan Datka

07.12.2025, 16:55
Politics

The Central Election Commission approved the election results for district No. 24: Salyimbekov, Karybek uulu, and Akimbaeva become deputies of the local council.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the multi-mandate constituency No. 24 on December 7 and made the corresponding decision. According to this decision, the elections for deputies in constituency No. 24 were recognized as valid, and the protocol reflecting the voting results in this constituency was approved.

07.12.2025, 16:34
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The CEC approved the election results for district No. 5: Suleimanov, Isirailev, and Akhmedova become deputies of the ЖК.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) held a meeting where it discussed the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in the multi-mandate electoral district No. 5 and made the corresponding decision. Based on the adopted resolution, the elections in district No. 5 were declared valid, and the protocol with the voting results was approved. According to the results, the deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh from this district are:

07.12.2025, 16:01
Politics

The Central Election Commission approved the election results for district No. 28: Kokulov, Sagynaev, and Junushbaeva become deputies of the local council.

The Central Election Commission (CEC) at its meeting on December 7 made a decision regarding the results of the early elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh, which took place in the multi-mandate electoral district No. 28. According to the adopted resolution, the elections were recognized as valid, and the protocol with the voting results was approved. As a result of the elections for deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh in district No. 28, the following candidates were elected: Kokulov Erulan

07.12.2025, 15:51