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Milk production increased by 32.5% over the year

- In October 2025, alcoholic distillates showed a significant increase, with milk and flour in second place for growth, while the production of unrefined oils and fats decreased. This data is presented in the reports of the National Statistical Committee. Alcoholic distilled beverages. The production volume increased from 2,815.1 to 4,424.3 thousand liters, which is an increase of 1,609.2 thousand liters; the production index was 157.2%.

27.11.2025, 15:54
Industry

Kyrgyzstan is participating in an EAEU cooperation project that is close to approval, - EEC

The Minister of Industry and Agribusiness of the EEC, Goar Barsegyan, presented projects that are in the final stages of preparation, including an initiative involving the Kyrgyz Republic. The first project with a budget of 1.3 billion rubles is being implemented by the Murom Switch Factory and aims to produce switch products for high-speed and heavy-duty railway lines. The main partners of the borrower are a construction firm from Kazakhstan and a manufacturer of press equipment from Belarus.

27.11.2025, 15:44
Industry

Subsidization of EAEU cooperative projects reduced the rate to 3% and cut business costs by 5 times, - EEC

- At the press conference held on November 27, 2025, the Minister of Industry and the Agro-Industrial Complex of the EEC, Goar Barsegyan, announced significant advantages of the pilot financial support mechanism for cooperative projects in the EAEU. According to her, thanks to the commission's support, business costs have been reduced by approximately 5–6 times.

27.11.2025, 15:40
Industry

EEC sees significant potential of Kyrgyzstan in the light industry, - Minister Barsegian

- At a press conference held on November 27, 2025, the Minister of Industry and Agricultural Complex of the EEC, Goar Barsegyan, announced the existence of a project proposal from Kyrgyzstan in the context of the cooperation support mechanism within the EAEU. According to Barsegyan, Kyrgyzstan demonstrates significant potential in the light industry sector. "I see enormous opportunities for the country in this area," she stated.

27.11.2025, 15:27
Industry

In January-October, pharmaceutical production doubled

From January to October 2025, there has been a significant increase in the production of pharmaceutical products, which doubled compared to the same period in 2024. This data is presented in the reports of the National Statistical Committee. The main factor behind this growth was the increase in the production volumes of medicines, which rose by 2.1 times, as well as the growth in the output of veterinary vaccines, which amounted to 1.6 times.

27.11.2025, 14:34
Industry

The volume of production in manufacturing industries from January to October amounted to 470 billion soms

- From January to October 2025, the volume of products from manufacturing industries amounted to 470 billion 92.6 million soms, according to the National Statistical Committee data. Among the main categories of products, the largest share is held by: products made from basic metals and finished metal products, excluding machinery and equipment — 278 billion 892.1 million soms (which accounts for 59.3% of the total volume), food products (including beverages) and tobacco products — 84 billion

26.11.2025, 19:40
Industry

Industrial production in the Issyk-Kul region decreased by 8.5%, amounting to 90.3 billion soms

According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, the country produced industrial products worth 595 billion 17 million soms. However, in the Issyk-Kul region, there is a decrease in volumes, where production amounted to 90.3 billion soms, which is 8.5% less compared to the same period last year. Volume of industrial production by regions for January-October

26.11.2025, 14:47
Industry

In January-October, minerals worth 56.9 billion soms were extracted in the republic

- From January to October 2025, the volume of production in the field of mineral extraction amounted to 56 billion 934.6 million soms, according to information from the National Statistical Committee. The physical volume index compared to January-October 2024 was 117.1%, while in October it was 6 billion 973.4 million soms with an index of 121.6%. The extraction of other minerals increased by 32.8%, metallic ores by 25.5%, and coal by 8.1%. At the same time, the production of crude oil and

26.11.2025, 14:28
Industry

A factory for processing textile waste will open in Bishkek

At the end of December, the factory of LLC "Dukastoms," specializing in the processing of textile waste, will begin operations in Bishkek. This was announced by the company's founder, Majitov Askhatbek, in an interview on the radio. According to Majitov, this enterprise will become one of the first in Kyrgyzstan to engage in systematic recycling of fabric scraps and remnants. The materials obtained will be used to produce non-woven fibers, from which mats, mattresses, blankets,

26.11.2025, 12:50
Industry

In Kyrgyzstan, enterprises in construction materials and energy are opening most actively, — Ministry of Economy

On November 26, 2025, on the air of the radio, the leading specialist of the industrial analysis department of the Industrial Management of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sanirabiga Moldogazieva, shared information about the achievements within the framework of the project for launching industrial enterprises. She noted that the largest number of new industrial facilities is being launched in the Chuy region and in the southern regions of the country. The main

26.11.2025, 11:13
Industry

The furniture industry of the Kyrgyz Republic showed an increase in output in October despite a decline over the past 10 months.

- According to statistics, in Kyrgyzstan, the volume of furniture production in current prices reached 171 million 96.1 thousand soms in October 2025, which is 4.2% higher than the figures for October 2024. Comparing with the previous year shows that the current volume is 6 million 855.8 thousand soms higher than in October 2024, when it amounted to 164 million 240.3 thousand soms.

24.11.2025, 12:41
Industry

The EEC Council approved a new cooperation project and the allocation of subsidies from the EAEU budget for its implementation

- The EEC Council approved a cooperative project and the allocation of a subsidy from the EAEU budget for its implementation. Information about this has been posted on the official EEC website. The Kurgan Road Machinery Plant will implement this project in collaboration with enterprises from Belarus and Kazakhstan, which will provide components for the final products.

23.11.2025, 11:52
Industry

In 5 years, the production of food products and tobacco products in Kyrgyzstan has increased by almost 50%

- The manufacturing industry of Kyrgyzstan significantly increased production volumes from 2019 to 2024, as confirmed by statistical data. In particular, the output of petroleum products rose by 1.9 times, while the production of wooden and paper products, along with printing activities, increased by 30.5%. At the same time, pharmaceutical products showed a growth of 21.7%.

23.11.2025, 09:51
Industry

Coal production in Kyrgyzstan increased by 1.7 times over 5 years

- The volumes of coal and lignite extraction in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 4.5 million tons in 2024, which is 1.7 times higher than the level in 2020, according to information from the National Statistical Committee. Comparison with 2023 shows a growth of 7%, confirming the ongoing positive trend in the coal industry.

22.11.2025, 17:20
Industry

In 5 years, the share of mineral extraction in Kyrgyzstan's industry has doubled

- According to statistical data, the structure of industrial production in Kyrgyzstan has undergone significant changes during the period from 2020 to 2024. In particular, the share of mineral extraction in the total volume of industrial production increased from 5.5% in 2020 to 10.7% by 2024, indicating the growing importance of the raw materials sector in the country's economy.

22.11.2025, 13:49
Industry

Clothing Production in Kyrgyzstan from January to October Reached 16.7 Billion Som, Increasing by 24%

- According to data from the National Statistical Committee, clothing production in Kyrgyzstan from January to October 2025 amounted to 16.7 billion soms, which is 24.5% more compared to the same period in 2024, when the volume reached 13.4 billion soms at current prices. The physical volume index in the "clothing production" sector for the specified period was 117%, indicating growth in production in real terms.

21.11.2025, 16:05
Industry

In 2025, over 6 billion soms allocated for the development of agricultural product processing

In 2025, the agro-industrial sector will receive more than 6 billion soms in the form of preferential loans with an interest rate of 6%. This information was announced by the director of the Department of Processing Industry and Organic Agriculture, Mukhtar Chynaliev, in an interview on the radio. As Chynaliev noted, in 2022, 10 billion soms were allocated for financing the agro-industrial complex, and later an additional 7 billion was added. As a result, the total volume of preferential loans

21.11.2025, 10:50
Industry

In Kyrgyzstan, 35 processing enterprises have been opened, - Ministry of Agriculture

- This year, 35 processing enterprises out of the 63 planned have started functioning in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported on the radio by Mukhtar Chynaliev, the director of the Department of Processing Industry and Organic Agriculture. Chynaliev noted that more than 11,000 processing organizations are successfully operating in the country, the majority of which are concentrated in the vicinity of Bishkek and the Chui region. The next largest numbers are found in Osh and other major urbanized areas.

21.11.2025, 09:32
Industry

Kyrgyz Accreditation Center Provided Clarifications on Certification and Declaration of Textile Products

- At the seminar held on November 20, Gulкайыр Kaipova, acting chief specialist of the accreditation department of certification bodies at the Kyrgyz Accreditation Center, shared important information about the number of accredited bodies. Currently, there are 36 such institutions operating in the country. “The registry has over 20 bodies authorized to conduct certification and issue declarations of conformity,” she noted.

20.11.2025, 15:54
Industry

The average salary in Kyrgyzstan exceeded 47,000 soms

- In Kyrgyzstan, the average salary for the first nine months of 2025 exceeded 47,000 soms, said Nasirdin Shamshiev, an economist and research fellow at the Musa Ryskulbekov Kyrgyz Economic University, on the air. The economist noted that the incomes of the country's residents increased by 19.5%, while the average pension amount rose by 5.8%.

19.11.2025, 17:26
Industry

The EEC has identified promising areas of industrial cooperation among EAEU countries in construction and road machinery.

- During the meeting on November 17, the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission highlighted key areas for improving industrial cooperation in the construction and road machinery sector among the EAEU countries. Among the proposals is the implementation of production of construction and road machinery that utilizes alternative energy sources, such as gas motor fuel, electricity, and hydrogen. There will also be an emphasis on improving the quality of components and parts produced in the

18.11.2025, 08:51
Industry

Industrial enterprises in 2025 rely less on bank loans

According to the data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, by 2025, industrial companies in the country have started to rely less on borrowed funds provided by commercial banks. In the first nine months of the current year, the volume of lending in the sector amounted to 5.9 billion soms, which is 10.3% lower than the figures for the same period last year.

17.11.2025, 20:40
Industry

Food production in Kyrgyzstan increased to 59.4 billion soms over the ten months of the year

- From January to October 2025, the volume of food production in the republic amounted to 59.4 billion soms, according to statistical data. In the same period of 2024, this figure was 49.1 billion soms. The physical volume index in this sector was 127.7%, which confirms a real output growth of 27.7% compared to the same period in 2024. In October 2025, the volume of food production amounted to 7 billion soms (6,978.4 million soms), which is 4.7% more than in October 2024 (6,667 million soms).

17.11.2025, 16:54
Industry / Issyk-Kul Region

The Industry of Kyrgyzstan Grew in Almost All Regions: Chui is the Leader, Issyk-Kul Declined Due to Kumtor - Chart

- According to information from the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, all regions of the republic showed growth in industrial production, except for the Issyk-Kul region. The leader in terms of production volume is the Chui region, where goods worth approximately 267 billion soms were produced, which is 10.8% more than last year. The Chui region accounts for 45% of the total industrial output of the country.

17.11.2025, 16:52
Industry

Russia Tightens Control. The Ministry of Economic Development Explained Why Kyrgyzstani Textile Products Faced Barriers When Importing to Russia

- A meeting was held at the Ministry of Economy, under the leadership of Daniyar Amangeldiev, with the participation of representatives from government structures and participants in the sewing industry. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. During the meeting, issues related to the import of Kyrgyz products to the Russian market were discussed.

17.11.2025, 16:38
Industry

Milk processors with export licenses are operating at 60% of full capacity, - IFAD

- In Kyrgyzstan, 44 dairy processors with export licenses operate at only 60% of their capacity. This assessment is presented in the IFAD (International Fund for Agricultural Development) report. The lack of quality raw milk has become the main reason for the low utilization of production facilities, the fund notes. This creates opportunities for improving the milk collection process at the level of rural settlements, as well as for developing cold logistics systems and creating integrated

17.11.2025, 16:12
Industry

Central Asia could unite efforts in the field of rare earth metals, - Tokayev

The Central Asian countries possess significant but insufficiently explored reserves of rare earth metals and could join efforts for their development and processing. This opinion was expressed by the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, at the seventh consultative meeting of the leaders of the region's countries, as reported by TASS. According to Tokayev, cooperation in the field of rare earth resources opens new horizons, as the implementation of modern technologies and

16.11.2025, 21:51
Industry

Clothing Production in Kyrgyzstan Exceeded 14.7 Billion Soms from January to September

- According to statistical data, the volume of clothing production in Kyrgyzstan for the first nine months of 2025 reached 14 billion 734.8 million soms. This figure exceeds the same period in 2024 by 3.1 billion soms, which represents an approximate growth of 26.6% (in 2024 it was 11 billion 640.2 million soms). The physical volume index for this sector over the nine months was 116.7%.

16.11.2025, 13:00
Industry

The Head of the National Statistics Committee spoke about the structure of industrial production in Kyrgyzstan from January to October 2025.

- During a press conference organized by the National Statistical Committee, the head of the Department of Industry and Energy Statistics, Ainura Mamanova, presented the statistics of industrial production in the country for the period from January to October 2025. Analysis of the structure of industrial production shows the following data:

14.11.2025, 16:48
Industry

The industry of Kyrgyzstan grew by almost 10% in the first 10 months of 2025, - National Statistics Committee

- At a press conference held at the National Statistical Committee, Ainura Mamanova, head of the department of industry and energy statistics, announced data on industrial production in Kyrgyzstan for January-October 2025. The total volume amounted to 595 billion soms, which is 9.8% more compared to the same period in 2024. If we exclude data on the production of Kumtor, the growth in industrial production volume was 21.3%. The processing industry, which contributed the most to the total volume

14.11.2025, 16:42
Industry

The Antimonopoly Agency explained the increase in the maximum price of coal from "Kyrgyzkomur" in 2025

- On November 12, on the air of the radio, the head of the regulated sectors department of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, Beish Satygulov, addressed issues related to coal prices. According to information from the state company, coal warehouses are currently operating in all regions. At the same time, the possibilities of opening warehouses near railway routes are being considered.

13.11.2025, 10:22
Industry

Experts from the CIS countries discussed the production of advanced materials for high-tech industries.

- In Moscow, on November 11, a meeting of the expert group convened at the Executive Committee of the CIS was held, dedicated to issues related to the development of documents concerning the production of advanced materials for high technologies. This information was provided by the Department of Economic Cooperation of the Executive Committee of the CIS. During the meeting, participants discussed drafts of the Concept for the development of cooperation among the member states of the

12.11.2025, 11:30
Industry

The economy's volume by the end of the year may reach 1 trillion soms, - economist

According to information provided by Doctor of Economics Beishenbek Ishenov, the economy of Kyrgyzstan is demonstrating impressive growth, increasing by 9% by the end of the current year. On the air, the expert noted that the Cabinet of Ministers has identified industrial development as one of the priority strategic directions. Initially, it was planned to create 100 small and medium enterprises, but actual data already exceeds these expectations.

12.11.2025, 10:15
Industry

Banks should more actively finance production rather than consumption, - economist

Today, in Kyrgyzstan, areas such as digital transformation and regional development are rapidly advancing, as reported by Doctor of Economic Sciences Sagynbubu Cholbaeva on the radio. The economist noted that small and medium enterprises are actively being opened and modernized in the regions, and there is also a growth in industrial production. Over the past three years, the manufacturing sector has shown significant success.

12.11.2025, 09:48