The rural administration of Shaiybek Ata has announced a tender for the performance of general construction and preparatory works for the construction of a new two-story kindergarten designed for 120 places in the village of Sary-Oy. According to information on the government procurement portal, the procurement method used is unrestricted.
“This weekly review focuses on specific steps to address common urban issues such as housing affordability, long-term sustainability, and the impact of cultural and material innovations on urban formation. The review includes legislative initiatives related to housing markets in European cities, projects for multi-story buildings and residential development in New York, as well as major reconstruction and urban planning plans in London, Barcelona, Ulaanbaatar, and Drammen. It also discusses
A resident of the Suusamyr Valley in the Jayil District of the Chui Region, Adilet Ryskulbekov, has been breeding Areshan sheep for five years. His ram took first place at the exhibition held in Suusamyr. In a conversation with a Turmush correspondent, the farmer shared that he bought six sheep ten years ago — at the price of two ordinary ones. “They were very large. I haven't seen such big sheep among the Areshan breed since then. Back then, this breed was not widely known, and I
Lithuania has completed its participation in the Ottawa Convention on the prohibition of anti-personnel mines. This decision became final six months after notifying the UN, as reported by the LRT portal. According to the information provided, the deadline expired on December 27, which was set from the moment Vilnius notified the UN Secretary-General. This convention prohibits the use, production, and stockpiling of anti-personnel mines.
In the Jaiyl district of the Chui region, the official opening of a factory engaged in the production of explosives took place, as reported by correspondents from the akimat. According to information received on December 25, the factory of OsOO "Nomad Pro" was launched in the village of Altyn Sary of the Koosky ayil district with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov in an online format.
In northern China, in the Pucheng County, the first flight of the new heavy drone "Jiutian" (Jiutian SS-UAV) was successfully completed. This information was confirmed by Chinese state media. This UAV has a wingspan of 25 meters and a maximum takeoff weight of 16 tons, while it is capable of carrying up to six tons of payload. "Jiutian" can launch over 100 drones or small-sized missiles. Its flight range is up to 7,000 kilometers, and its maximum flight altitude is 15,000
As reported by Podrobno.uz, the government of Uzbekistan has made the relevant decision and approved a Concept aimed at popularizing significant dates. As part of this reform, more than 50 national holidays will be reviewed. Each holiday will receive its unique identity, including new musical elements, songs, and decorations.
In Naryn, they are searching for Nurgül Musakadyrovna Ömürakunova, born in 1983. This information was provided by the Department of Internal Affairs of the Naryn region.
The Kyrgyz Geological Service, operating under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, provided clarifications regarding the identified gas reserves in Batken, which were established by Chinese investors. According to available data, the reserves amount to 500 million cubic meters. According to official information, the North Rishtan oil and gas field is located in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, approximately 60 kilometers
In the Moscow district of the Chui region, a meeting organized by the prosecutor's office took place, attended by imam-khatibs, religious figures, and heads of local villages. The purpose of this event was to ensure freedom of religion and adherence to secular norms, as well as to take measures to prevent extremism and terrorism. Participants discussed issues related to compliance with legislation governing freedom of religion and the activities of religious organizations, as well as
The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on December 26 the imposition of sanctions against 10 individuals and 20 defense companies from the United States. These measures were taken in response to the sale of weapons to Taiwan, reports DW. The sanctions, which took effect the same day, target companies whose supplies, Beijing claims, "undermine the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the People's Republic of China." Among the companies sanctioned are the defense
- On December 27, President Sadyr Japarov visited the plant of LLC "Tian-Shan Trout," which is engaged in the production of fish feed in the Panfilov district of the Chui region. This was reported by the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The construction of this plant cost $5 million and was carried out on an area of about 7 hectares.
In the run-up to the New Year, the employees of the Bishkek Traffic Safety Department organized an event aimed at creating a festive atmosphere among drivers. The press service of the department reports on the conduct of this event. During the event, inspectors handed out flowers to female drivers and congratulated them on the upcoming holiday.
In the territory of Kyrgyzstan, rain is possible in some areas. In the capital, Bishkek, the temperature will drop to −2°C at night and rise to +10°C during the day.
The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported that the inspection was initiated at the direction of the Deputy Prime Minister and head of the GKNB, Colonel General Kamchybek Tashiev. The purpose of the inspection was to ensure compliance with the obligations under the contract concluded with the LLC "Kyrgyz Zhol Kurolysh" for three sections of the republican road Balykchy - Bokonbaeva - Karakol. Identified violations have led to delays in the completion of the highway
According to information from the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of Bishkek, the incident occurred on December 26 at 02:10 in one of the hotels on Tokombaev Street. Two citizens exhibited aggressive behavior and used obscene language towards the patrol officers, which attracted the attention of law enforcement. After registering the incident in the log of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Oktobrskiy District, a preliminary investigation was initiated. As a result, K. M. and M. N., both
Two suspects in a black SUV arrived at a Seven-Eleven store in North Texas, where one of them smashed the storefront with a sledgehammer and attached a metal cable to the ATM. After that, they attempted to flee, causing significant damage to the building; however, during their escape, the ATM broke free from the cable and was left on the road. Information about the incident was provided by CBS News. Later, law enforcement discovered the abandoned ATM on the roadway, and the stolen SUV was found
Employees of the Road Traffic Safety Service of the Jayil District in Kara-Balta provided support to a pregnant woman in need of urgent medical assistance. According to the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Department of the Chui Region, this incident occurred on December 26. Two women approached the patrol officers, reporting that one of them was pregnant and going into labor.
- The founder of LLC "IS-Sabi Holding," who is also the founder of LLC "Kyrgyz Zhol Kurulush," has been detained by the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic (GKNB KR). This occurred based on suspicions of abuse of power during the construction of the "Balıkçı—Bokonbaev—Karakol" highway, as reported by the agency's press service. According to information provided by the GKNB, the contractor failed to fulfill the obligations of the
Launched in 2009 by South Korea, the Global Hansik program was aimed at promoting Korean cuisine beyond the country's borders. Initially, it faced criticism; however, in the following years, research showed that interest in Korean cuisine in major cities around the world has significantly increased, as reported by BBC News. Today, Korean cuisine has become an integral part of the global K-wave: cooking shows broadcast on Netflix are becoming real hits, and interest in Korean gastronomy
The New Year's tree of the city mayor gathered 700 children in Osh. The press service of the municipality of the southern capital reports on the event. According to the source, the celebration took place at the Osh National Drama Theater.
At the first stage, it is planned to recruit 150 participants, with a subsequent increase in the number of places to 1,000 per year. It is worth noting that participants will not be involved in combat operations, and the content of the training programs is still being finalized. This initiative aims to address the problem of staff shortages, with training taking place in the army, navy, or air force, while information about the salary for participants has not yet been disclosed.
The President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, unveiled the tapestry "Ulut demi - Unguzhol," which translates to "The Spirit of the People - Their Original Path," on December 25 at the People's Kurultai. This significant piece of decorative applied art was made possible thanks to the support of the head of state. The tapestry is displayed at the National Historical Museum. The presentation of the tapestry took place on December 27. The event was attended by
The village of Orgochor is located in the Jeti-Oguz district of the Issyk-Kul region. During the Soviet Union, the village was well-known because the villagers raised Kyrgyz fine-wool sheep.
Employees of the Patrol Police Department discovered a video recording in which the driver of a Mercedes-Benz G-Class ("Gelandewagen") accelerates to 130 km/h on a busy highway, demonstrating disregard for traffic rules. According to the press service of the Patrol Police Department, after the inspection, the driver admitted his guilt and reported to the department.
Since May 31, 2025, a resident of Naryn, Chyngyz Altybaevich Mambetasadykov, has been reported missing. This information was provided by the press service of the Internal Affairs Department of the Naryn region.
The XXXVII International Weightlifting Tournament dedicated to Olympic champion Kanybek Osmonaliyev took place in Bishkek. This was reported by the federation. According to the provided data, athletes from Kyrgyzstan won the tournament: Begimai Abdygazieva (up to 48 kg), Aydai Kurbanbek kyzy (up to 53 kg), Aydai Amangeldieva (up to 58 kg), and Saida Mambetkazieva (up to 69 kg). Dinar Ibrahim from Azerbaijan (up to 63 kg) also performed well, along with representatives from Kazakhstan: Ayanat
- In the Naryn region, at the "Torugart" checkpoint, the passage of a cargo of 20 tons of fat from sheep, which was coming from China, was not allowed, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the data provided by the agency, the inspection of the cargo was conducted by border veterinary control inspectors.
Kamchybek Tashiev, the chairman of the State Committee for National Security (SCNS), during his working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, held a meeting dedicated to the construction of a highway in the southern part of the region. As reported by the Region TV channel, the meeting was attended by municipal leaders, law enforcement representatives, as well as employees of the Ministry of Transport and contracting organizations involved in the Balykchy — Barskoon road project.
On December 28, a meeting between the presidents of the United States and Ukraine will take place in the resort city of Palm Beach, Florida. This information was confirmed by the publication DW, citing the White House press service. In an interview with Axios, Volodymyr Zelensky noted that he hopes to "establish the framework conditions for ending the conflict" at this meeting. He also added that he is ready to put the proposed peace plan to a referendum if Russia agrees to a
During his visit, the president was informed that approximately $5 million had been invested in the construction of the plant. The construction took place on an area of about 7 hectares. Work began in May 2025 and was completed in December of the same year. When the facility reaches its full design capacity, it is expected to produce between 100 and 130 tons of feed per day. The launch of the plant will also create between 100 and 120 new jobs.
- 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:
As the New Year holidays approach, there is an active spread of fraudulent links on social networks and messengers, disguised as holiday greetings, giveaways, and gifts. This is reported by the press service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. According to the agency, criminals are sending messages promising cash prizes or gifts from government organizations, banks, and well-known personalities.
On December 29, the feature series "Өрт кечкен сөйкө" ("Earring Passed Through Fire") will be screened at the "Manas" cinema in Bishkek, which touches on military-historical themes. This information was provided by the Ministry of Culture. According to official data, this work is the first of its kind for Kyrgyz cinema.
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 —
Bishkek December 28, SundayAt night, the temperature will be 0...-2 °C, cloudy weather is expected. During the day, the temperature will rise to +8...+10 °C, also cloudy.
In the Ala-Archa Natural Park, test works are underway on the under-construction cable car. Videos are actively being published on social media, showcasing the operating cabins and the modern glass station for boarding and alighting passengers. At the end of January this year, a time capsule was laid at the construction site. Kanibek Tumanbaev, head of the Presidential Administration, noted that this project plays a key role in the development of ecotourism and the improvement of the
The Issyk-Kul Regional Unified Hospital plans to purchase new ambulances due to the shortage and aging of the existing fleet. The Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the State Committee for National Security, Kamchybek Tashiev, confirmed this information. 43 million 800 thousand soms have been allocated from the Stabilization Fund for the purchase of five new ambulances.
The football club "Muras United," located in Manas, is actively preparing for the start of the new season by strengthening its squad. In 2025, the team finished second in the Premier League and reached the final of the Kyrgyzstan Cup.
In his speech at the opening of the new branch of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) in the Issyk-Kul region, Kamchybek Tashiev stated that law enforcement agencies must be held accountable for the death of Zhibek U., who died under circumstances requiring thorough investigation. Tashiev noted that law enforcement agencies had no right to remain inactive, especially considering that the woman had repeatedly sought help. He emphasized that the responsibility for what happened lies
The cable car was launched in test mode at the Ala-Archa Natural Park. A corresponding video appeared on social media the day before.
- From January to November 2025, transfers to the Social Fund from the republican budget amounted to 40.1 billion soms, as stated in the Ministry of Finance's report on the execution of the state budget. The Ministry of Finance has also updated the forecast for transfers to the Social Fund for 2025, which is reflected in the draft law with amendments to the republican budget.
On December 27, 2025, during a working visit to the Issyk-Kul region, Kamchybek Tashiev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and head of the State Committee for National Security, held a meeting dedicated to the construction of a highway in the southern part of the region, upon the instruction of President Sadyr Japarov. Representatives of local authorities, law enforcement agencies, the Ministry of Transport and Communications, as well as contracting
Starting from January 1, 2026, a new testing format for migrants related to the assessment of their knowledge of the Russian language will come into effect in Russia. The testing will be conducted on computers using remote technologies, as reported by the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia. According to representatives of the agency, all state institutions are required to conduct exams in Russian as a foreign language, as well as on the history of Russia and the fundamentals of the
In Paris, the prosecutor's office reported the arrest of a worker from the Élysée Palace, who is suspected of stealing silverware and porcelain worth about 40,000 euros. Along with him, two of his alleged accomplices were arrested, as reported by The Guardian. Photo The Guardian
The question of 22 million euros arose back in 2022, when the president visited the landfill and met with residents. The mayor of Bishkek, Aibek Junushaliev, reported this while discussing the "spent" money that was supposed to be allocated for the construction of a waste processing plant. According to the mayor, the president then instructed the relevant authorities to conduct an investigation.
Illustrative photo As a result of genetic modification of pig organs, the risk of rejection in patients is reduced. Experts emphasize that this opens new horizons for medicine. According to the publication, the first transplant of pig kidneys has already been carried out as part of clinical trials, with the next one scheduled for January. During these trials, six patients will receive organs whose genomes have been edited at ten sites to minimize the likelihood of rejection. If the FDA gives
Today, President Sadyr Japarov visited the factory of LLC "Tian-Shan Trout," located in the Chui region, where he familiarized himself with the working conditions. The press service of the head of state reported on his visit. Five million dollars were allocated for the construction of the factory, and the facility itself was built on a land plot of about 7 hectares.