As of the end of November 2025, cement production in the Chui region has doubled, according to information published by the National Statistics Committee on December 26. From the beginning of the year until November, enterprises in the region produced 2 million tons of cement.
These figures include not only wind and solar power plants but also small hydropower plants. Electricity production from renewable energy sources increased by 13.6%, amounting to 867.7 million kWh. The share of renewable sources in the overall energy balance of the country rose to 7.2%, compared to 6.6% last year. Note: Production of 7.2 billion kWh can cover about one-third of the annual electricity consumption of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Since the moment humanity began abstract thinking, time has remained one of the most complex mysteries. We can recall the past, experience the present, and predict the future, but we have no experience of time flowing backward. Glass shattered into pieces cannot restore itself, people do not become younger, and days do not return. This one-way flow of time is known as the "arrow of time." However, physicists studying the equations that describe the behavior of elementary
A report of a possible act of violence attracted the attention of law enforcement agencies. An investigative operational group promptly arrived at the scene. When the officers attempted to contact the number from which the call was made, a woman answered, stating that they had already left for Bishkek. As a result of the investigation, a man captured in the video was identified. He turned out to be a citizen A.A. On that day, December 27, 2025, at around 11:30, he was heading to visit the city
During the inspection conducted on December 27, the sanitary condition of the dining hall and production premises was assessed as satisfactory. Cleaning, equipment washing, and garbage disposal were carried out in a timely manner, and no visible signs of insects or their traces were observed. The last scheduled inspection of this establishment was conducted in the second quarter of 2025, and at that time, no evidence of insects was recorded. As a result of the unscheduled inspection, a
Following three hours of negotiations held at Trump's private residence, he described the meeting as "wonderful" and a "magnificent conversation," which, according to him, brought the end of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine closer. Main Topics of Negotiation Before the meeting, Vladimir Zelensky emphasized that he expected "one of the most active diplomatic days of the year" and hoped for progress in 2025.
- According to the latest statistical data published by the National Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan, the production volume of Portland cement for the incomplete year of 2025 amounted to 19 million tons. Compared to the previous two years, this figure shows an impressive growth of 71.2%. Visual information on production dynamics is presented below:
During his visit, the president noted that the construction of the plant began in May 2025 and was completed in December of the same year. At full capacity, the plant will be able to produce between 100 and 130 tons of products daily, which will create between 100 and 120 new jobs. Ilgiz Saryldyk uulu, the plant manager, mentioned that the achieved production volumes will fully meet the internal needs of the country and open up opportunities for export supplies.
In connection with the disconnections, the company reminds that there is a section on its website called "Subscriber Balance," which allows all customers, including residential and industrial ones, to check the status of their personal accounts at any time. Residential subscribers also have the option to check their balance through the mobile application "My Light," available in Play Market and AppStore. Additionally, for information, one can contact the 24-hour Call Center
- The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has imposed fines of 55,000 soms on two exchange offices located in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the institution. Thus, the total amount of fines is 110,000 soms.
- In an interview with Meder Mashiev, the Minister of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, he informed Tazabek about the prospects of introducing a recycling fee on vehicles. According to Mashiev, the ministry has already implemented a recycling fee on 24 groups of goods, including automotive components.
As of today, the volumes of gold confirmed by the State Commission on Reserves amount to approximately 980 tons. This information was shared by the Minister of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, reports Tazabek. According to him, the majority of gold reserves are concentrated at Kumtor.
- On the air of the radio program, Askar Sydykov, the executive director of the International Business Council, shared his concerns about the increasing state control in certain sectors of the economy. He noted that creating conditions for full-fledged competition is a fundamental principle of a free economy. However, this year several laws and regulations have been adopted that negatively affect the competitive environment.
- According to information from the National Committee of the Republic of Uzbekistan on Statistics, Kyrgyzstan ranked 8th among Uzbekistan's export markets from January to November 2025. The trade volume includes both goods and services, with a total value of $560.4 million.
- On December 24, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers issued Resolution No. 828, establishing a temporary ban on the export of timber and wood products from the Kyrgyz Republic beyond the customs territory of the Eurasian Economic Union for a period of six months. This restriction applies to products identified by codes 4401, 4403, and 4407 of the EAEU Customs Code. However, exceptions are provided for humanitarian aid offered by the Cabinet of Ministers.
Factors contributing to business development in Kyrgyzstan, including the expansion of financial instruments and the opening of the border with Tajikistan, were highlighted by Askar Sydykov, Executive Director of the International Business Council, in a recent radio interview. Sydykov emphasized that the government has implemented new credit programs aimed at supporting agriculture and small and medium-sized enterprises. A social contract program has also been launched, allowing low-income
- The Executive Director of the International Business Council, Askar Sydykov, highlighted current issues faced by entrepreneurs at the border and regarding the protection of their property during a radio broadcast. According to his statement, companies operating in the light industry are experiencing significant difficulties in transporting their products across the border between Kazakhstan and Russia, which negatively affects their production processes.
- The Asian-Arab Trade Conference took place in Ahmedabad, India. The event was attended by about a hundred entrepreneurs from the state of Gujarat, as well as representatives from Kyrgyzstan, Colombia, the United Arab Emirates, and Mauritius, as reported by the press service of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Kyrgyzstan. At the conference, Kyrgyzstan was represented by Bekturgan Kalibek uulu, who delivered a presentation on investment opportunities and economic cooperation. He
- According to the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers dated December 12, 2025, No. 806, a plot of land with an area of 1.9732 hectares, located in the rural district of Manas in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region, has been reclassified from "agricultural land" to "land for industry, transport, communications, energy, defense, and other purposes." The document states that this plot consists of irrigated arable land, distributed across the contours: No. 87 (0.35 ha),
- The new tariffs for domestic flights will come into effect on January 4, 2026. This was announced by Aydai Shaidildaeva, the commercial director of one of the airlines, on the radio. Fixed tariffs for domestic flights:
On December 27, 2025, during his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Chairman of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), held a meeting dedicated to the construction of a road in the southern part of the region, as reported by the GKNB press service. According to the agency, Tashiev expressed dissatisfaction with the prolonged repair of the 141 km road "Balykchy —
- On December 27, the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, attended the official opening of an eco-technological plant that will generate electricity through the disposal of solid household waste at the Bishkek sanitary landfill. This was reported by the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The solid household waste landfill was put into operation in 1974 and has been operating continuously ever since. Approximately 20 million tons of garbage have accumulated on
- The Minister of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, shared with Tazabek current information about licensing for private companies. He noted that since 2021 and up to the present day, there has been a moratorium on the issuance of licenses for the extraction of gold, copper, and silver in the country.
- The Minister of Natural Resources, Meder Mashiev, told Tazabek about the current state of the Solton-Sary deposit development. The head of the ministry noted that a new facility was put into operation in 2025 on the territory of the deposit.
- As it became known, starting from January 22, 2026 , a tariff exemption for the import of electric vehicles to Armenia, Belarus, and Kyrgyzstan will come into effect, as reported by the Eurasian Economic Commission. At a recent meeting of the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council, Kyrgyzstan was allocated a quota for the import of 15,000 electric vehicles in 2026.
- In a recent interview, Meder Mashiev, the Minister of Natural Resources, discussed with Tazabek the issues related to the decline in production indicators at Kumtor and in the country as a whole. According to him, in 2023, Kyrgyzstan produced 32 tons of gold, and in 2024, it is expected that this figure will be 26 tons. This year, a production of 26 tons is also anticipated.
Starting from December 29, law enforcement officers will switch to an enhanced work mode. This decision is due to the increase in the number of events and the heightened load on public transport, as reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. A comprehensive operational and preventive event called "Law and Order" will be launched in the republic, involving various raids such as "Arsenal," "Pyrotechnics," "Anti-Racket,"
During the inspection, it was found that the transportation of the cargo violated veterinary and customs regulations, as the exporting company was not included in the list of accredited organizations. As a result, the carrier faced administrative responsibility for attempting illegal transportation. The regulatory authorities decided to return the cattle hides back to Kyrgyzstan.
Trump also expressed hope for a productive meeting with Zelensky this weekend. "I think everything will go well. I hope it will be the same with Putin," he added, noting that he plans to negotiate with the Russian leader "soon, as much as I want." These comments were made the day after Zelensky's conversation with special envoy Steve Vitkoff and Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner, which the Ukrainian president described as "good." The meeting with Trump
Razak was found guilty of money laundering and abuse of power in the context of large-scale theft from the 1Malaysia Development Berhad (1MDB) fund, as reported by Euronews. In addition to the prison sentence, the court also imposed a fine of 2.8 billion euros. This is not the first time Razak has been under investigation: he was previously convicted in another case related to 1MDB and is currently serving his sentence.
According to Mirziyoyev, nine years ago, achieving a GDP level of $100 billion seemed like an ambitious task. Today, however, the country has confidently surpassed the threshold of $145 billion, which reflects the scale of transformations and the potential of society. The "Uzbekistan – 2030" strategy initially aimed to raise GDP to $160 billion by 2030. However, according to the president's estimates, the current pace of reforms and business activity allows for a revision of
- In the Batken region, in the city of Sülktü, a ceremonial opening of the coal deposit "Sülktü-11" took place on December 25, 2025. This information is provided by the press service of "Kyrgyzkomur". The area of this site is 863.1 hectares, and its balance reserves of coal amount to 82.7 million tons.
- On December 25, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, parliamentarians reviewed and adopted the bills "On Amendments to the Law on the Budget of the Social Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2025 and the Planning Period of 2026–2027" and "On the Budget of the Social Fund of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2026 and the Planning Period of 2027–2028" in three readings. Additionally, a report on the execution of the Social Fund's budget for 2024 was presented and approved.
According to a new study conducted at the University of Bristol, regular aerobic activity not only strengthens the heart muscle but also alters the nerve network that controls heart function. These findings have the potential to lead to the development of more precise and effective treatments for various cardiovascular diseases. The autonomic nervous system, which regulates heart activity, functions like a "tachometer" for heartbeats. Physical activity modifies this mechanism,
In this regard, the state institution "Kyzmat" recommends that residents of the country prepare the necessary documents in advance. Foreign citizens should check the registration deadlines to avoid issues with expiration. Those planning to travel abroad are advised to ensure the validity of their passports and the availability of all necessary documents for each family member in advance.
- At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh held on December 25, 2025, Nilufar Alimjanova delivered a statement regarding the situation of heavy truck drivers who report significant queues at the border during the cold season. The deputy emphasized that drivers are forced to wait for 4 to 6 hours in freezing temperatures to pass passport and customs control, and in some cases, up to 24 hours. She also noted that there are no conditions in the neutral zone to meet sanitary and hygienic standards.
According to the General Prosecutor's Office of Kyrgyzstan, T. A. has been placed in a detention center in Bishkek, where the criminal prosecution will continue. He is accused of fraud, as a result of which the victims suffered significant financial losses. The General Prosecutor's Office emphasizes that it continues active work on the extradition of individuals hiding from justice, within the framework of international agreements. These efforts are aimed at protecting the rights of
At the veterinary control checkpoint "Torugart," 20,000 kilograms of fat were stopped, which were being attempted to be imported into Kyrgyzstan from China. This information was announced by the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan. Inspectors conducting the border check found that the cargo did not meet the veterinary and sanitary requirements established within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union. In particular, discrepancies were identified in the accompanying veterinary
During the IV People's Kurultai, the President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, shared with the delegates plans to reduce the external state debt. According to the president, the country's external debt, which has accumulated over the past three decades, will be fully repaid by 2035.
A new issue of the magazine "Ratings of 500 Companies in Kyrgyzstan" will soon be presented! Previously, Tazabek published lists of the "TOP-1000 Largest Taxpayers in Kyrgyzstan," but now we offer a more detailed analysis of companies that have a significant impact on the country's economy.
In his post, Japarov also recalled how, in response to questions from delegates, he suggested that those who actually voted in the last elections raise their hands. All present delegates supported this, and it was recorded live, which the president had informed the participants about in advance. "I was saddened that some delegates, elected from their regions, did not hesitate to lie," he noted.
In 2025, there was a significant increase in the volume of printed educational and methodological complexes, setting a record for recent years. This information was provided by the Ministry of Education and Science of the Kyrgyz Republic. For the printing of textbooks this year, 856,548,703 soms were allocated from the budget. Since 2017, the country has produced 3,742,461 textbooks, and in 2025 this figure reached 4,085,450 educational and methodological complexes, which is 9.1% higher than
A new issue of the magazine "Ratings of 500 Companies in Kyrgyzstan" will be released soon! Previously, Tazabek published the rankings of the "TOP-1000 Largest Taxpayers in Kyrgyzstan," and now we present a deeper and more comprehensive analysis of the companies that shape the economic landscape of the country.
On December 26, 2025, temporary restrictions on heavy vehicle traffic were introduced at the Sosnovsky post, located in the Jayyl district of Chui Region. This decision was made due to adverse weather conditions, including snowfall, fog, and slippery roads in the Suusamyr Valley. This information was provided by the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Chui Region. Specialists from the Traffic Safety Department of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of Chui Region and employees of DEP-9
At the meeting, Tashiev congratulated the staff and students of the educational institution on the upcoming New Year, wishing them health and prosperity. He noted that the updates in the school would help children develop and learn better. Also, on behalf of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB), New Year gifts were presented, and financial support of one million soms was provided. The students, in turn, prepared a festive program to celebrate this event. The administration of the
During the inspection, it was found that frozen fish was purchased at inflated prices, resulting in a loss to the state of 15.9 million soms. In connection with the identified violations, a criminal case was initiated under Article 337 of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic, concerning abuse of official position. Necessary investigative actions are currently underway.
In southern Malaysia, near Singapore, lies an ambitious project called Forest City. Launched on artificial islands, this project was originally envisioned as an eco-friendly metropolis capable of housing up to 700,000 people in comfortable skyscrapers surrounded by green parks and equipped with developed infrastructure, including golf courses and a water park. However, after nearly ten years of development, Forest City became known as a "ghost town," embodying unattainable dreams and