Industry

Changes to the technical regulation on perfumery and cosmetic products come into effect in the EAEU

On December 24 of this year, updated provisions of the technical regulation concerning perfumery and cosmetic products will come into force within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), as reported by the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). The changes clarify the scope of application of the regulation, especially regarding cosmetics applied to various products. For example, this pertains to baby diapers containing moisturizing cream, as well as jeans with anti-cellulite

24.12.2025, 13:50

Industry

The volume of manufacturing production from January to November amounted to 543.2 billion soms

- From January to November 2025, the manufacturing industry produced goods worth 543 billion 168.4 million soms, as confirmed by information from the National Statistical Committee. Of this volume, basic metals and finished metal products (excluding machinery and equipment) accounted for 327 billion 228.9 million soms, which is 60.2% of the total volume. Food products, including beverages and tobacco products, amounted to 94 billion 229.9 million soms (17.3%), while rubber and plastic products,

24.12.2025, 13:22

Territory, geography and administrative division

"Where They Are Not". Next year, ten kindergartens are promised to be built in Bishkek.

At the session of the Bishkek City Council, Victoria Mozgacheva confirmed that ten new kindergartens will be established in the capital by 2026. She noted that it is planned to open at least ten preschool educational institutions each year, and currently, home-based education is being actively implemented as part of government programs, with a pilot voucher project taking place this year. Additionally, one kindergarten has already been opened in "Muras-Ordo," and major renovations are

24.12.2025, 12:50

Industry

Mineral extraction in Kyrgyzstan increased by 15% over the year — reaching 65.4 billion soms in 11 months

- According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, the volume of mineral production from January to November 2025 reached 65 billion 401.4 million soms. The physical volume index compared to the same period in 2024 was 115.3%. In November, this indicator amounted to 7 billion 960.3 million soms, which corresponds to 101.7%.

24.12.2025, 12:35

Agriculture

In the Tyup District of the Issyk-Kul Region, artificial reproduction of fish stocks has begun

- Since December 18, work has begun in the Tyup District on the reproduction of fish stocks. This event is organized by the Regional Department of Acclimatization and Fish Reproduction in cooperation with the tourism and environmental police, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. As noted by the ministry, these actions are being implemented as part of the approved forecast plan for the artificial reproduction of fish stocks in state water bodies for 2025–2026.

24.12.2025, 12:21

Industry

The deputy reported the presence of 36 unused natural gas wells in Batken.

- At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Irysbek Atajanov raised the issue of the natural gas field "Pidap," located in the village of Ak-Turpak in the Kadamjay district of the Batken region. According to him, there are 36 wells in this area that are not being used. This leads to a deterioration of the ecology and the quality of drinking water due to the unexploited volume of gas in the region.

24.12.2025, 12:06

Industry

Kyrgyzstan Signed a Preferential Trade Agreement with Indonesia

- The press service of the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic reports on the signing of a free trade agreement with Indonesia within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union. According to this agreement, the average customs duties on Kyrgyz goods will be reduced by 11%. For a number of goods, duties will be completely eliminated; however, exceptions have been maintained for 141 product positions to protect the most vulnerable sectors of the economy.

24.12.2025, 11:13

Industry

In January-November, industrial production in the republic amounted to 685.9 billion soms.

- From January to November 2025, the volume of industrial production reached 685 billion 931.7 million soms. This data was provided by the National Statistical Committee. The physical volume index compared to the same period in 2024 was 110%. In November 2025, the volume of industrial production amounted to 90 billion 270.3 million soms, and the index relative to November 2024 showed an increase of 112.7%.

24.12.2025, 11:10

Agriculture

Gross agricultural output in 2025 exceeded 437 billion soms, - Ministry of Agriculture

- This became known from a press release by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, which reports that by 2025, the gross volume of agricultural products will reach 437 billion soms, which is 102% more compared to 2024. According to the ministry, the volume of products in the processing industry amounted to 95 billion 230 million soms, which is 15 billion 31 million soms more than last year. This has allowed the country to fully provide itself in six

24.12.2025, 10:59

Agriculture

Since the beginning of November, 7 thousand tons of tangerines have been imported into Kyrgyzstan, - GTS

- The State Customs Service has published a list of five products whose import into Kyrgyzstan increases in the run-up to the New Year holidays. Among these products are artificial Christmas trees, Christmas ornaments, and garlands. From November to December 18, approximately 46 tons of such items were imported into the country.

24.12.2025, 10:54

Industry

A Leather Factory Will Be Built in the Issyk-Ata District: 100 Hectares of Unused Land Engaged in Production

- On the air of the radio, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev announced plans to build a leather processing plant in the Issyk-Ata district. He noted that 100 hectares of previously private but unused land have been transferred to state ownership and are now under the management of the State Enterprise "Agroholding," under the ministry.

23.12.2025, 17:15

Incidents / Issyk-Kul Region / Culture

Passengers of the Moscow - Bishkek flight damaged equipment at "Issyk-Kul" airport

The flight operated by Avia Traffic landed at "Issyk-Kul" airport on December 22, as Bishkek airport was closed for landings due to dense fog. This was reported by the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region. At 03:11, the plane landed, and at 03:40, 182 passengers were taken to the sterile area of the airport. However, at 04:15, some of them began to demand departure and attempted to get back on board, which forced airport security to impose movement restrictions.

23.12.2025, 14:12

Agriculture

Deputy: A solar power station is being built in the Kochkor district on pastures against the will of the residents

- At the meeting held on December 23, 2025, Deputy Gulsunkan Junushalieva criticized the placement of solar power plants in the village of Ortok, which is being carried out on pastures, causing protests among the local population. According to Junushalieva, residents are expressing concern that the construction is taking place against their wishes.

23.12.2025, 13:50

Agriculture

Deputy: In Chatkal, neither people nor livestock can drink water due to extraction; gentle technologies are needed.

- On December 23, 2025, a joint meeting of six committees took place in the Jogorku Kenesh, where deputy Aysarkan Abdibaeva emphasized the environmental consequences of mineral extraction in the Chatkal district of the Jalal-Abad region. She expressed bewilderment over the lack of safer mining methods and reported that the local population and livestock cannot use water due to its contamination.

23.12.2025, 13:47

Culture / Exclusive

Stallion, Oil, and Cradle: An Amazing Story of Nine Lakes Near the City of Kara-Kul

In Kara-Kul, located in the Jalal-Abad region, lives Kalibek Myrzaliev, who shared interesting stories about the pasture of Kara-Kol with a correspondent from Turmush, stories he heard from his grandfather and other elderly people. According to Kalibek, information about the pasture is passed down from generation to generation. He recalled how, as a child, while herding cattle, he listened to the tales of his grandfather and the elders. This vast pasture has nine lakes, but it seems that no one

23.12.2025, 11:27

Banknotes

By the end of October, bank profits reached 26.4 billion soms

- As of October 31 of this year, commercial banks earned a net profit of 26 billion 398.9 million soms, according to information from the National Bank. As of September 30, the total profit of the banking system amounted to 23 billion 146.8 million soms. Since the beginning of the year, the assets of the banking sector have increased by 38%, reaching 1 trillion 125.2 billion soms by the end of October (as of the end of 2024 – 815.6 billion soms). The total volume of the loan portfolio of bank

23.12.2025, 11:24

Agriculture

The deputy proposes to reduce agricultural loan rates to 2–3%

On December 23, 2025, during a joint meeting of six committees of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova criticized the current agricultural lending system, which sets an interest rate of 6% per annum. She noted that in other countries, farmers are provided with free land plots and subsidies, while in Kyrgyzstan, in her opinion, "achievements in the agri-sector through loans are impossible."

23.12.2025, 11:02

Economy / Culture

Minvodselprom reported the prices at which meat was sold at the fair in Issyk-Kul

In the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, an event organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry took place, dedicated to the sale of food products. The press service of the ministry shared information about the fair. At this event, consumers could purchase yak meat and lamb at relatively low prices. Yak meat was sold for 600 soms per kilogram, while lamb was priced at 650 soms. It was also reported that turkey meat was offered at prices below market

23.12.2025, 09:50

Culture

The first full-length 3D animated film was made in Uzbekistan

Starting December 25, Uzbekistan will begin showing its first animated feature film in full-length 3D. The film, titled "Sehrlandiya: Heroic Mission" (translated as "Magic Land" from Uzbek), was created by Lola Animation studio at the request of the Children's Content Development Center under the Ministry of Preschool and School Education. This cartoon is intended for children over 5 years old and tells the story of four friends - Temur, Ulughbek, Jalaliddin, and

23.12.2025, 08:36

Kyrgyz fairy tales

Kyrgyz-Japanese Digital University to be Established in Bishkek and Tokyo

In Bishkek and Tokyo, the establishment of the Kyrgyz-Japanese Digital University (K-JDU) is planned. The signing of the memorandum on trilateral cooperation took place during the business forum "Central Asia - Japan," as reported by the High Technology Park. According to the information, this initiative aims to strengthen partnership ties between Kyrgyzstan and Japan in the fields of information technology and education. It is focused on meeting the growing demand for qualified

23.12.2025, 08:35

Agriculture

The EAEU Establishes Common Principles on Liability for Product Safety Violations

- At the meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council, held on December 21, 2025, 14 key documents were signed. “The decision made defines not only the subjects of responsibility but also the stages of the product life cycle at which this responsibility can be applied,” noted the EEC.

23.12.2025, 07:50

Industry

In Kyrgyzstan, 4,000 residents of 40 rural districts will be trained as part of a regional development project

- In the Kyrgyz Republic, training will be conducted for 4,000 participants from vulnerable households, representing 40 rural districts, with more than half of them being women. This information was provided by Nazgul Akzholova, the chief specialist of the regional development department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, and project coordinator Mayrambek Bayaliev. According to them, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce has signed an agreement with the organization "One Village - One

22.12.2025, 19:14

Industry

In Kyrgyzstan, $18 million will be allocated for the development of 40 rural districts.

- In Kyrgyzstan, $450,000 has been allocated for each of the 40 rural districts as grant support. This was reported by Nazgul Akzholova, the chief specialist of the regional development department, and project coordinator Mayrambek Bayaliev. Funding will be directed towards implementing social and economic initiatives, creating new jobs, and developing local infrastructure. Project participants will also receive informational support and will be able to participate in training events.

22.12.2025, 18:44

Agriculture

In 10 months, Kyrgyzstan increased dried bean exports to Iran by 4 times

- From January to October 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased its export of dried beans to Iran, exceeding the volumes of the previous year by four times. This data was presented by the National Statistical Committee of the Republic. According to the information from the agency, in the first ten months of 2025, 14 thousand tons of dried beans worth 20 million dollars were exported. This represents a significant growth compared to the same period in 2024, when 3.6 thousand tons worth 5.6

22.12.2025, 18:31

Agriculture

Rosselkhoznadzor monitored the import of products from a number of countries, including Kyrgyzstan

- From December 15 to 21, 2025, a control operation took place at the multilateral automobile checkpoint "Petukhovo" (Kurgan Region), involving employees of the Ural Interregional Directorate of Rosselkhoznadzor, border guards, and customs officers. During the inspection, 73 vehicles were examined, as reported by Rosselkhoznadzor. More than 1115 tons of vegetables, fruits, and grains were imported into Russian territory from Kazakhstan, China, India, and Kyrgyzstan.

22.12.2025, 17:56

Local news / Inventors of Kyrgyzstan / Exclusive

Due to thick fog, flights are delayed and canceled at Manas Airport.

At Manas International Airport, there are delays and cancellations of flights due to heavy fog. This was reported by the OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan". According to the information, 11 flights have been canceled, and 4 flights have been delayed. At the same time, 13 flights departed on schedule, but the operation of 16 flights remains in question.

22.12.2025, 17:45

Culture / Exclusive

In Karakol, the Traffic Police identified minibuses with first aid kits containing medications expired for up to 26 years

On December 22, the press service of the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs reported on the implementation of preventive measures as part of the month-long campaign titled "Compliance with Traffic Rules is a Guarantee of Human Life." Inspectors from the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety conducted checks at the bus station in the city of Karakol, where they spoke with public transport drivers. They urged them to adhere to traffic rules,

22.12.2025, 16:38

Local news / Culture / Exclusive

Winter Tourism at Issyk-Kul: Enhanced Security Measures

During the winter tourist season, the staff of the tourist-ecological police of the Internal Affairs Department of the Issyk-Kul region, together with local law enforcement agencies, ensure the safety of vacationers and the maintenance of public order. According to information provided by the regional Internal Affairs Department, to effectively carry out their duties, law enforcement officers use modern equipment, including vehicles, snowmobiles, ATVs, drones, and body cameras.

22.12.2025, 15:41

Incidents / Issyk-Kul Region / Culture

Passengers damaged property at the "Issyk-Kul" airport

This incident occurred after the flight was redirected due to adverse weather conditions. The press service of JSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" reported that passengers were provided with a bus to take them to Bishkek.

22.12.2025, 15:36

Agriculture

Farmers Cannot Always Access Urban Markets, - Ministry of Agriculture

- On the air of the radio on December 22, Uran Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Agriculture, made a statement about the need to improve farmers' access to markets in Bishkek. According to him, the ministry is actively working on involving farmers in trade through fairs, which are becoming an important channel for selling products.

22.12.2025, 15:26

Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture is controlling meat exports to stabilize the domestic market

- As reported on December 22 on Uran Radio by Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Agriculture, the agency is monitoring meat exports to ensure stability in the domestic market. Chekirbaev noted that due to high prices in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, there is an increased demand for Kyrgyz meat. At the same time, despite partially open borders with Tajikistan and Kazakhstan, a certain amount of meat can still be exported. In this regard, the state is strengthening

22.12.2025, 14:58

Agriculture

Selling meat at a higher price allows farmers to make a profit, - Ministry of Agriculture

In Kyrgyzstan, the issue of rising meat prices remains extremely relevant, especially for the most vulnerable categories of citizens. This was stated by Uran Chekirbaev, head of the food security department of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, in an interview with the radio on December 22. According to him, the estimated price for meat set by the government is 680 soms per kilogram. However, in markets, it can reach 700–750 soms.

22.12.2025, 14:38

Local news / Culture

Law Enforcement Conducted a Large-Scale Operation "Arsenal" at Issyk-Kul

From December 16 to 26, 2025, an operation called "Arsenal" is taking place in the Issyk-Kul region, aimed at preventing offenses related to weapons and combating poaching. According to law enforcement agencies, during the first week of the operation, 54 facilities with permits for the circulation of weapons and about 3,700 hunters were checked. As a result of the inspections, 36 administrative protocols were drawn up, and the total amount of imposed fines amounted to 33,000 soms. A

22.12.2025, 14:02

Cities

The Future is Around the Corner: How Kyrgyzstan is Catching Up with the Global Trend of "Smart" Cities

The future is already here — on the streets of our cities. "Smart" traffic lights adapt to traffic flows, cameras with facial recognition capabilities help ensure safety, and intelligent accounting systems optimize resource consumption. The concept of a "smart city" has long ceased to seem unattainable. In Kyrgyzstan, it is gradually taking shape, and behind the loud statements about digitalization lies real work: modernization of infrastructure, implementation of

22.12.2025, 13:24

Local news / Kyrgyz fairy tales

Construction of wastewater treatment facilities has begun in the natural park "Kyrgyz-Ata"

The construction of facilities for wastewater treatment has begun in the state natural park "Kyrgyz-Ata," as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources.

22.12.2025, 13:12

Culture / Exclusive

In Turkey, the prospects for implementing joint film projects with Kyrgyzstan were discussed

At the forum of Turkic-speaking countries held in Ankara, dedicated to the fight against fake news, the Deputy Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Marat Tagaev, visited the Department of Cinematography of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Turkey. Here, he met with the General Director, Birol Güven. During the discussions, representatives of the two countries exchanged views on current issues and prospects for cooperation in the field of cinematography, as

22.12.2025, 10:51

Local news / Tokmok

Music and Dance Under the Open Sky: New Year's Atmosphere at Ala-Too Square

In Bishkek, musical evenings dedicated to the New Year holidays continue at Ala-Too Square, as reported by the city hall press service. The "Semetey" song and dance ensemble delighted residents and guests of the capital with a festive program, performing a variety of pop, folk, and national numbers. Their performance created a true atmosphere of celebration and New Year magic in the main square of the city. The Bishkek city hall invites everyone to attend the upcoming concert

22.12.2025, 09:28

Culture / Exclusive

In Ak-Beshim, it was proposed to create an archaeological park

On December 18, 2025, Deputy Minister of Culture Askarala Madaminov held a meeting with Kazuya Yamauti, a professor of archaeology from Teikyo University (Japan), and Yoji Sakakibara, an expert from the Japanese organization JICA, who is working in Kyrgyzstan. During this meeting, archaeological research being conducted at the site of the Ak-Beshim settlement (Suyab) in the Chui region with the support of the Kyrgyz Republic and Japan was discussed. Kazuya Yamauti noted that there are still

22.12.2025, 09:09

Culture / Exclusive

Participants of D Billions Awarded for Their Contribution to the Development of the Creative Industry in Kyrgyzstan

On December 19, the Minister of Culture, Information, and Youth Policy of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Mambetaliev, awarded the participants of the creative team "D Billions." This took place during an event dedicated to their contribution to the development of the country's creative industry. During the ceremony, the minister interacted with the team members, highly appreciating their creative approach, and expressed hope for further successes in their activities.

22.12.2025, 08:47

Agriculture

In the Issyk-Kul region, the opening of 6 logistics centers and 66 processing enterprises is planned, - Ministry of Agriculture

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has announced its intention to increase the level of agricultural product processing to 25% by 2030. To achieve this goal, it is planned to create 385 processing enterprises across the country, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. As a result of the analysis of the agricultural potential of the Issyk-Kul region, it is proposed to open 6 trade-logistics centers and 66 processing enterprises that

21.12.2025, 20:56

Political organization

Top 10 Economic News: Land Seizures, Real Estate Prices, and Cars with Chinese License Plates

Tazabek presents an overview of the most popular economic news from December 15 to December 21. The number of claims from affected clients of VML_KG has reached 230, with total damages amounting to 20 million soms, - Ministry of Internal Affairs

21.12.2025, 20:28

Agriculture

In the first 9 months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan increased rice exports to Uzbekistan by 3.7 times

According to the National Statistical Committee, rice exports during this period amounted to 801 tons, which in monetary terms equaled $487 thousand. In comparison, during the same period in 2024, only 214 tons were exported for a total of $193 thousand. In addition to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan also supplied rice to other countries:

21.12.2025, 19:09

Local news / Osh Region

Airlines Resume Flights at "Manas" and "Osh" Airports

The resumption of air traffic at Manas International Airport and Osh Airport became known thanks to information from JSC "International Airports of Kyrgyzstan," received by the editorial team of Kaktus.media. According to the company's data, the current visibility at the airports reaches 1,700 meters, which allows for both the arrival and departure of aircraft.

20.12.2025, 19:10

Salads and appetizers

In Osh Region, six more officials detained in the corruption case related to the "Ken-Sai" massif

In the Osh region, the investigation into the corruption case related to the transformation of land plots in the "Ken-Sai" area of the Aravan district continues. As a result of operational activities, six more individuals have been detained, including both current and former government officials. This information was provided by the press service of the Osh region's Internal Affairs Department. All detainees are suspected of committing corruption crimes. Among them:

20.12.2025, 18:55

Inventors of Kyrgyzstan / Exclusive

Due to bad weather, trucks are stuck at the Ötmäk pass: Road services are working

Today, December 20, at the Ötmäk pass, employees of the road maintenance enterprise are actively engaged in clearing the road of snow, as reported by the Traffic Safety Department of the Talas region. Despite their efforts, the worsening weather conditions have caused heavy trucks to be unable to cross the pass, leading to a traffic jam on the road.

20.12.2025, 17:53

Agriculture

In the first 10 months of 2025, beef imports from Russia increased by 66%

In the period from January to October 2025, the republic imported 16,700 head of cattle from Russia, costing 5 million dollars. This is 66% more compared to the same period of the previous year, when 10,000 head were imported for a total of 2.7 million dollars. The main exporting countries of cattle to Kyrgyzstan:

20.12.2025, 17:23

Agriculture

New rules for the issuance, circulation, and redemption of warehouse certificates for agricultural products in the EAEU will come into effect in June 2026.

- As part of the event, which was the first joint webinar between the EEC and the Grain Council, issues related to increasing the efficiency of the grain value chain were discussed, including the harmonization and modernization of storage conditions. During the discussion, participants touched upon topics such as monitoring information about national grain markets, improving storage infrastructure, and the significance of digitalization in production and trade processes.

20.12.2025, 16:47

Industry

In Kyrgyzstan, the production of bakery products and pastries exceeded 18 billion soms in 11 months

- From January to November 2025, the production of bakery products and pastries in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 18 billion 351 million 249.1 thousand soms (approximately 18.35 billion soms), according to statistical data. This figure exceeds the production volume for the same period in 2024 by 37.2%, which was 13 billion 371 million 504.6 thousand soms.

20.12.2025, 15:47