On December 26, a meeting dedicated to the fight against violence was held at the Aman Toktogulov Regional Library in the city of Talas. Deputy akims, heads of education departments, employees of the labor and migration management, as well as representatives of the Talas city administration were present at the meeting.
The Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund (RKFR) has achieved significant success in its investment activities by the end of 2025. The fund's press service reported that since its inception, the total approved financing has exceeded 1 billion US dollars, highlighting its important role in the economy of Kyrgyzstan.
Starting from January 1, 2026, law enforcement agencies in Kyrgyzstan will cease conducting unreasonable inspections, aimed at creating a reliable legal environment for investors and entrepreneurs. This was announced at a press conference by Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Promotion Agency. According to Sabirov, the new direction implies the implementation of clear and protected rights for investors, which includes the protection of investment guarantees, the expansion of
By the end of 2025, the revenues of the Kumtor company amounted to over 124 billion 216 million soms, and the gold production volume by the end of the year is expected to reach 12 tons. This was stated by Dairbek Orunbekov, head of the information policy service of the President's Administration of Kyrgyzstan. Orunbekov noted that all revenues generated from Kumtor's activities are directed to the state budget to meet the needs of the country and the interests of its citizens.
According to information from the State Customs Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, starting from January 22, 2026, customs duty exemptions for electric vehicles will be introduced in the country. These measures were adopted in accordance with the decision of the Eurasian Economic Commission, made on December 5, 2025. The exemptions will apply to both fully electric vehicles and hybrid vehicles with a sequential electric drive.
In accordance with the decree, Almazbek Sharshenovich Atambayev is stripped of the following state awards of the Kyrgyz Republic: 1) the highest distinction "Hero of the Kyrgyz Republic";
According to the findings of the study, low-quality AI-generated content is becoming increasingly common. According to The Guardian, it generates approximately $117 million a year. In a study conducted by Kapwing, 15,000 popular YouTube channels were analyzed, including the top 100 in each country. The results showed that 278 of them exclusively feature content created with AI.
Illegal fire setting was recorded in Ala-Too Square in Bishkek, for which the offender was fined 28,000 soms. According to information provided by the State Environmental and Technical Supervision Service under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, this violation was discovered during raids conducted in Bishkek and the Alamudun district. Necessary response measures were taken.
Participants in foreign economic activity received important information from the State Customs Service regarding new rules concerning the import of electric vehicles. On December 5, 2025, the decision of the EEC Council No. 111 was adopted, which exempts electric vehicles from import customs duties starting from January 22, 2026. This exemption applies to both "pure electric vehicles" (code 8703 80 000 3 of the EAEU Customs Tariff) and "plug-in hybrids" (code 8703 80 000 5
According to Trump, the negotiations were at a "magnificent" level, and he expressed optimism regarding the proximity of a peace agreement. However, he also emphasized that the issue of Donbass remains the most important and requires further discussions. Before this meeting, Zelensky insisted that the day would be "one of the most active diplomatically," adding that many issues could be resolved as early as 2025.
In the lead-up to the New Year holidays, there is an active spread of fraudulent links on social networks and messengers, which are disguised as New Year greetings, giveaways, and gifts, as reported by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic (MVD KR). According to the police, criminals are sending messages promising cash prizes, bonuses, or gifts on behalf of government agencies, banks, or well-known individuals. By clicking on such links, citizens are asked to enter their
Recently, a new geoportal was launched in the CIS countries, providing free access to its resources. This information was received from the Executive Committee of the Commonwealth. The geoportal is a reference and information platform that will be regularly updated with new data.
Today, a drill inspection took place in the Osh garrison, timed to coincide with the New Year celebrations. This was reported by the press service of the president's representative in the region. Among the participants of the event were the authorized representative of the president in the Osh region, Amankan Kenjebaev, the mayor of the city of Osh, Jengishbek Toktorbaev, the deputy minister of internal affairs, Erkebek Ashirkhodzhaev, the head of the Osh region's internal affairs
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has updated the foreign exchange rates for December 29: The value of the dollar and euro has decreased, while the ruble has strengthened.
The elections in Chile, which concluded in December with the triumph of the far-right politician José Antonio Kast, were the result of citizens' dissatisfaction with the current social reforms of the left-wing government and failures in drafting a new constitution, which was the main demand of the protesters in 2019. Kast, the son of a veteran of the German Wehrmacht who praises Pinochet and supports Argentine President Milei, came to power through democratic voting. He promises economic
According to the information announced at a press conference by the Director of Operations for the "Tulpar" project, Bekzhan Akmatbekov, in 2025, Bishkek recorded 160 million cashless trips on public transport. Compared to the previous year, this figure increased by approximately 45 percent.
The KGST stablecoin, which is pegged to the Kyrgyz som, continues its trading on the Binance platform, demonstrating stability in relation to the exchange rate. This is confirmed by data from the end of December trading. The KGST rate remains within the limits that correspond to the national currency's rate, indicating a stable peg is being maintained. Trading volumes for the KGST/USDT pair remain at a sufficiently high level, allowing transactions to be conducted without significant price
In accordance with the directives of the Ministry of Energy aimed at developing the sector and preparing for the upcoming autumn-winter season of 2025–2026, the Bishkek Electric Networks Company is actively implementing measures to improve the reliability of electrical equipment. According to the agency, these measures include maintenance, repairs, as well as the construction and reconstruction of power transmission lines.
At the winter fair "Northern Lights," held at Ala-Too Square, a ban on lighting fires has been introduced. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources of the Kyrgyz Republic, during a raid conducted by the Environmental and Technical Supervision Service, a case of illegal fire lighting was identified. As a result of this offense, a fine of 28,000 soms was imposed on the offender under Article 230 of the KR Code "On Offenses."
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The Bishkek Electric Networks Enterprise (PES) reported the completion of repairs on 1917 transformers over the past year. As part of a comprehensive program to enhance the reliability of electrical equipment, PES is carrying out repairs, technical maintenance, as well as the construction and reconstruction of power transmission lines.
The recent introduction of the updated Labor Code of the Kyrgyz Republic has become an important step towards improving the system of labor relations in the country. In response, the plenum of the Supreme Court has developed a new resolution aimed at ensuring a unified and fair approach to the application of the updated norms. We discussed with Supreme Court Judge Dilbar Kulmatova how previous approaches have changed, what new guarantees workers now have, and why knowledge of labor legislation
The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported the detention of a suspect in a major fraud case related to automobiles. According to the information, on March 26, 2025, a statement was received at the Internal Affairs Department of the Alamudun District from a citizen S.S., born in 1987. He reported fraudulent actions by a person named M., who, having gained his trust in 2024, deceitfully took possession of several vehicles: a 2018 Toyota Hilux for
Lukashenko commented on the incident, noting: "This is a normal working situation: hit your own so that the others are afraid. Everything is fine. I'm preparing for the next game," he said in an interview with RT. In this match, the president's team faced off against hockey players from the Brest region. The incident occurred when Lukashenko collided with one of his teammates, Yaroslav Chupris, who was moving backward. The final score of the match was a draw (5:5).
In the Jumgal district of the Naryn region, in the village of Baizak, on December 27, 2025, around 16:27, a serious traffic accident occurred. A heavy truck and a passenger car were involved in the collision on the alternative North-South highway. It is known that there were four people in the passenger car. Unfortunately, two of them—a mother and her child—died at the scene of the accident. The other two injured individuals were hospitalized in medical facilities for assistance.
An accident occurred in Manas, as a result of which one person was hospitalized. This was reported by witnesses of the incident. According to the information received, the incident happened on December 29 at 00:30 at the intersection of T. Bayzakov Avenue and Toktogul Street, where a "Mercedes-Benz" collided with a "Skoda Octavia".
On December 29, 2025, another operational meeting was held under the leadership of the Minister of Transport and Communications Abasattar Syrgabaev, as reported by the ministry's press service. Department heads from the central office, as well as leaders of structural and territorial divisions of the agency, participated in the event.
When was the last time you paid in cash? For most citizens of Kyrgyzstan, cashless payments have become a common occurrence. How did the country manage to transition to cashless forms of payment in such a short time? The sharp increase in the volume of cashless transactions is backed by a carefully crafted strategy from the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, aimed at improving the transparency and accessibility of financial services. This is not just words, but a reality that Kyrgyz citizens
On December 29, 2025, during a meeting chaired by the Minister of Transport and Communications Abasattar Syrgabaev, important issues concerning the industry were discussed. During the discussion of the situation regarding the construction of the Balikchy — Bokonbaev — Karakol road, the minister decided to issue reprimands to several high-ranking officials. The sanctions affected the First Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications S.T.O., the Director of the Department of Road Management
Turmush continues to introduce readers to Kyrgyzstani people who have found their place beyond their homeland. In the spotlight is Timur Kelgenbaev, who has been living and working in Khanty-Mansiysk, the administrative center of the Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug, for over two decades. Timur, born on February 6, 1980, in Kara-Kul, Jalal-Abad region, has come a long way from a simple builder working in harsh freezing conditions to the owner of a successful business in the oil sector.
According to a new report from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), humanity is rapidly approaching an "ecological point of no return." However, experts believe there is a chance to change the current course if large-scale changes occur in key systems such as the economy and food. In the document titled "Global Environmental Outlook, Seventh Edition: The Future We Choose," it is emphasized that the deterioration of the environment already threatens public health,
According to information provided by the press service of the Social Fund, as of December 1, 2025, the total amount of pension savings paid to citizens is 5 billion 877.8 million soms. Below are the data on the distribution of payments:
A tender has been announced at the Chui Regional Department of Capital Construction of the Department of Housing and Civil Construction for design and estimate works related to the construction of a new building with a gallery for 275 student places for the N. Zhetikashkaev School in the village of Zhangarach, located in the Sokuluk District of the Chui Region. According to information posted on the government procurement portal, this tender has an unlimited format with a two-package method for
- From January 1, 2026, international freight transits on the territory of Hungary will be allowed exclusively on a specially designated transit road network. This information was provided by the Embassy of Hungary in the Kyrgyz Republic in an official notification sent to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The document emphasizes that this measure is aimed at protecting the population, the environment, and the country's road infrastructure. Hungary's transport policy
Islam and Madina are both 23 years old, and they married at a young age. The young family is trying to build their future and raise two children: Sumaya and Yasuma. However, financial difficulties forced Islam to go to Russia for work, where he worked as a painter, dreaming of saving enough for their own home and returning to his family. During this time, Madina, having sent the children to kindergarten, worked as a seamstress. Recently, they learned that Sumaya needs a complex and expensive
As of the end of the first half of 2025, Kyrgyzstan attracted $562 million in foreign direct investment (FDI). This was announced at a press conference in Bishkek held on December 29, 2025, where Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency, spoke. He noted that compared to the first half of 2024, when the inflow of FDI amounted to $462 million, there is a significant growth of 21.7%. Among the main countries investing in Kyrgyzstan, Sabirov highlighted China, Russia, and Turkey,
In the village of Belovodskoye in the Moscow district of the Chui region, the livestock market was closed on December 28. This was reported by the editorial office of Turmush. Every Sunday, a market was held here, but this time its operation was halted.
In various corners of Kyrgyzstan, preparations for the celebration of the New Year 2026 are actively ongoing, with the installation of Christmas trees and decorative elements in the central squares of cities and regions across the country. Turmush correspondent presented a photo report showcasing Christmas trees set up throughout the country.
A man suspected of large-scale fraud related to automobiles has been detained in the Chui region, as reported by the Main Internal Affairs Department of the region. On March 26, 2025, a citizen named S.S. approached the internal affairs department of the Alamudun district, reporting fraudulent actions by an individual named M. In 2024, this person deceived several car owners: a 2018 Toyota Hilux worth $23,000, a 2003 Honda Stream for $7,000, a 2018 Hyundai Sonata valued at $15,000, and $20,000
In 2025, 34,560 school "Tulpar" cards were issued in Bishkek, as well as 20,600 discounted cards for pensioners and people with disabilities, in addition to 90,500 standard cards. This was reported by Bekzhan Akmatbekov, the director of operational activities for the project, at a press conference today. He noted that 1,445 validators have been installed in public transport.
Photo by the press service of the Bishkek mayor's office In anticipation of the New Year holidays, the mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, handed over official vehicles to the municipal inspection and district administrations. This was reported by the press service of the mayor's office. Expressing gratitude to the inspection staff for their work, the mayor noted the results achieved, especially in the field of environmental protection.
In Bishkek, the municipal enterprise "Bishkek Sanitary Landfill" has announced the start of the public procurement process for the purchase of a mobile crushing machine. This information has been posted on the official state procurement portal. As stated in the published materials, the procurement will be carried out according to the standard scheme using the "Unlimited" method. The total amount planned for the purchase of the equipment is 27,870,333.33 soms.
On Monday, December 29, it became known that North Korea conducted a test launch of two long-range strategic cruise missiles. The country's leader, Kim Jong Un, oversaw the launch, which was directed towards the Yellow Sea, located to the west of the Korean Peninsula. This information was reported by the news agencies "Yonhap" and AFP, as noted by DW. According to the North Korean agency KCNA, the missiles flew along the designated trajectory for 10,199 seconds and 10,203
At the tourist base located within the Ala-Archa State Natural Park, a man suddenly experienced serious health issues. He reported severe chest pain, as stated by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. According to the agency's information, six rescue service employees were promptly dispatched to the scene, where they provided first aid to the victim.
At the Drama Theater named after Barpa, located in the Jalal-Abad region, the long-awaited premiere of the play "Dürpaasha" will take place on December 29. This fairy tale was created by playwright M. Kuryazov, and its production was directed by Azimbek Jumaan. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Culture, the main roles in the play will be performed by Anara Kultaeva as Dürpaasha, Bakyt Jumaliev, who will play the King, and Bektursun Ashirmatov as
Despite the whims of the weather, the farmers' market in Bishkek continues to operate, delighting city dwellers in both rain and snow. Participants of the market, preparing for the New Year celebrations, shared with the correspondent of VB.KG their ways of "warming up" to create a cozy atmosphere for buyers. Since early morning, there has been a lively flow of customers, and although the snow quickly melted, the cold is still felt. As soon as the rush of buyers subsides, sellers
In Osh, a house was handed over to a mother of many children, Roza Abdykarova, thanks to Mayor Jenishbek Toktorbaev. Roza had worked for a long time as a cleaner at S. Zhigitov School. According to the city administration, during his previous visit to the educational institution, the mayor learned about the difficult situation faced by the mother of many children and promised her assistance. Recently, he fulfilled this promise by handing over the keys to a renovated house that is fully ready
On December 26, 2025, the Minister of Health of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kanbek Dosmambetov, held a meeting with representatives of UN organizations to discuss issues related to pharmaceutical provision within the framework of the existing Memorandum of Understanding. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health. During the meeting, the parties emphasized the main areas of cooperation in the field of pharmaceutical provision, including the development of a national regulatory