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Banknotes

The banks' deposit base grew to 804.1 billion soms over 9 months, - National Bank

According to the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic, as of the end of September 2025, the total volume of the banks' deposit base amounted to 804.1 billion soms. This clearly demonstrates growth since the beginning of the year, when this figure was at 611.3 billion soms, which is equivalent to an increase of more than 21%. Depositors actively increased their investments both in the national currency and in foreign currencies. The volume of deposits in soms reached 522.4 billion soms,

24.11.2025, 09:24
Agriculture

An Agricultural Fair with Prices from Producers Took Place in Bishkek

- In Bishkek, at the T. Usubaliev Square and at the intersection of I. Razzakov and Abdymunov streets, a fair organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry took place on November 22-23. At the event, visitors were presented with products from local producers, a variety of food items, as well as clothing and everyday necessities at prices close to production costs.

24.11.2025, 09:16
Project of the railway "China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan": a trilateral meeting took place
Economy / Kyrgyzstan during the Soviet period / Exclusive

Project of the railway "China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan": a trilateral meeting took place

The press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic reported on a meeting where representatives from three countries discussed the implementation of the railway project "China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan". Present at the event were the Minister of Transport of Kyrgyzstan Abdykalyk Suyunov, the Minister of Transport of Uzbekistan Ilkhom Makhkamov, as well as special representatives from China.

24.11.2025, 09:09
Agriculture

Bashkortostan exported over 1,100 tons of bran to EAEU countries since the beginning of 2025

- Since the beginning of 2025 until November 20, enterprises in Bashkortostan, under the control of the territorial Administration of Rosselkhoznadzor, have exported more than 1,100 tons of wheat and rye bran. This was reported by Rosselkhoznadzor. During the inspection, 41 batches of products were registered for delivery to Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. A phytosanitary certificate for export was issued for each of these batches.

23.11.2025, 15:45
Alamedin Gorge and Lake Kok-Kul. Photos and videos from 24.kg readers
Culture

Alamedin Gorge and Lake Kok-Kul. Photos and videos from 24.kg readers

In our section "Moments of Life," we focus on the creativity of our readers from 24.kg, who are passionate about traveling around Kyrgyzstan, as well as photography and videography. In this issue, we will recall autumn in Bishkek, head to Alamedin Gorge, enjoy the beauty of Lake Kok-Kul in the Chatkal region, and conclude our tour in the Kozhokelen Gorge. Let's start with a short journey along November's Baytik Baatyr Avenue in Bishkek. Photos provided by Sergey Khanov.

23.11.2025, 13:49
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
Culture / Exclusive

In the Kochkor District, National Values Were Discussed

In the village of Cholpon, a meeting with the local population was held dedicated to the "Unguzhol" campaign, at the Gennady Bazаров cinema. A working group aimed at promoting and preserving the national values and spiritual traditions of the Kyrgyz people met with representatives of the district. The delegation included the People's Poet of Kyrgyzstan, Zhediger Saalaev; the deputy director of the publishing house "Kyrgyz Tuusu," Kerimbek Aydarov; the director of the

23.11.2025, 11:18
Incidents / Kemin

In Chui Region, two suspects in a nighttime robbery on the Chon-Kemin highway have been detained.

The press service of the Main Department of Internal Affairs of the Chui region reported the detention of two young men suspected of robberies on the road connecting the villages of Karoool-Dobo and Kalmak-Ashuu. According to law enforcement agencies, on November 15, a 24-year-old citizen K. Zh. approached them. He reported that on the night of November 15, approximately from 00:00 to 01:00, his Honda Accord was pursued by a Toyota Camry, which forced him to stop.

23.11.2025, 10:41
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
Week-24. Tax officials will be fired due to AI, and why the General Plan scared the residents of Bishkek
Local news / Inventors of Kyrgyzstan

Week-24. Tax officials will be fired due to AI, and why the General Plan scared the residents of Bishkek

The discussion of the new general plan has caused a wide resonance, especially due to the inclusion of some residential areas in zones designated for green spaces. The mayor of Bishkek held a press conference where he tried to reassure the citizens, assuring them that the demolition of residential houses is not planned. Story on the topic General Plan of Bishkek “There are many rumors about the sale and resale of land. We are only at the stage of discussing the general plan project and

23.11.2025, 08:09
Agriculture

Tomato imports from Turkmenistan increased by 3% from January to September

- According to the report from the National Statistical Committee, the import of tomatoes from Turkmenistan to Kyrgyzstan increased by 3% from January to September 2025. During this period, Kyrgyzstan imported 15.5 thousand tons of tomatoes from Turkmenistan, costing $10.4 million. In comparison, during the same time frame in 2024, 14.9 thousand tons of tomatoes were imported for a total of $8.8 million.

22.11.2025, 19:45
Agriculture

China's share in the foreign trade turnover of EAEU countries reaches 35%, - EEC

The Director of the Department of Trade Policy of the EEC, Vladimir Serpikov, shared information about the growth of trade and economic relations between the EAEU and China. By the end of 2024, the volume of mutual trade between the PRC and the EAEU countries will reach a record $291 billion, with China's share accounting for 35% of the total trade turnover of the Union with other countries.

22.11.2025, 19:30
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
Agriculture

The Ministry of Agriculture spoke about the main varieties of spring barley

- Spring barley occupies an important place in the agricultural production of Kyrgyzstan. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture shared data on the most common varieties grown in the country. Mamluk is an early-maturing variety recommended for rainfed lands. The growing season lasts 67–75 days. The grain contains 12% to 14% protein and 53.8% to 56.4% starch. This variety is suitable for cultivation in the Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken regions.

22.11.2025, 16:19
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
Culture / Exclusive

One Custom "Forces" Men in Kadamzhai to Help Women in the Kitchen

In the Batken region, in the Kadamjay district, there is an interesting tradition called "sabis ashar," as reported by a Turmush correspondent. According to this custom, a day before the celebration, men, including relatives, friends, and neighbors, gather together to prepare the ingredients for the pilaf. Primarily, they focus on slicing and peeling carrots.

21.11.2025, 17:07
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
Agriculture

Since the beginning of the year, almost 10 million kg of imported sunflower have been processed in Kyrgyzstan.

- According to information from the Ministry of Economy, citing data from the Oilseed Processing Committee of the Agricultural Development Association of the Kyrgyz Republic, enterprises engaged in the processing of vegetable oils produced 3,354,337 liters of finished oil and 4,465,178 kilograms of meal/cake, processing 9,783,022 kilograms of imported sunflower during the specified period. At the same time, processing of local raw materials did not take place during the reporting period.

21.11.2025, 14:57
Culture / Exclusive

"How is Kyrgyz Different from Others?": A Group of Experts Established by the Presidential Administration Visited the Panfilov District to Promote Values

In the Panfilov district of the Chuy region, on November 20, the mentors of the caravan "Ungu Jol" held an event aimed at promoting national values. As part of the implementation of the presidential decree "Uluu Dem – Dүйнөлүк бийиктик" [“National Spirit - Global Heights”], a special group of mentors was created by the President's Administration, and the caravan "Ungu Jol" began its journey across the regions.

21.11.2025, 12:40
Agriculture

The Ministry of Economic Development reported on the situation with flour and grain

According to the Ministry of Economy, as of October 10, the grain stocks at milling plants amount to 67.3 thousand tons, while flour stocks do not exceed 12 thousand tons (excluding FGM). The situation is complicated by transit restrictions through Kazakhstan: out of 84 applications for the transportation of Russian grain in September, only 24 were approved, which is 28%. As a result, processors have started to actively purchase grain in Kazakhstan, and its share in the total grain imports has

21.11.2025, 11:54
Banknotes

More than 30,000 Kyrgyz citizens have imposed a self-ban on loans through the "Tunduk" app

- Starting from November 1, a self-restriction mechanism for obtaining loans has been implemented in Kyrgyzstan, providing citizens the opportunity to protect themselves from financial fraud. This service is available through the "Tündük" application. When the restriction is activated, if a user attempts to apply for a loan at a bank or online service, the system checks their data with credit bureaus and automatically blocks the issuance of the loan.

21.11.2025, 11:45
An Interior Ministry security officer was part of a group of poachers detained at Issyk-Kul.
Culture

An Interior Ministry security officer was part of a group of poachers detained at Issyk-Kul.

Four residents of the village of Bosteri, located in the Issyk-Kul region, were detained for illegal fishing using a homemade electric device. One of the detainees works in the security service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the press service of the regional internal affairs department. According to the police, the detention took place on November 20, 2025, at 02:30 in the village of Grigorievka. The operational actions were conducted with the

21.11.2025, 11:09
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
Local news / Tokmok

"Nowhere to Build". In Osh, they want to reduce the boundaries of the protected mountain Sulayman-Too.

During a meeting with members of the special commission under the government, the mayor of Osh, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, announced plans to optimize the buffer zone around Suleiman-Too. This will free up areas for the needs of the city. The commission includes historians, archaeologists, specialists from the scientific community, and employees of the Ministry of Culture, as well as the head of the "Suleiman-Too" museum. A technical justification is currently being developed for the

20.11.2025, 20:20
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
Inventors of Kyrgyzstan / Health

Due to smog, the number of children with asthma, allergies, and other diseases is increasing, - doctor

In Kyrgyzstan, respiratory diseases rank among the leading positions among children's illnesses. Digestive organ disorders are in second place, while infectious diseases occupy the third spot. This was stated in an interview with AKIpress by Bolot Burabaev, a cardiologist-rheumatologist and deputy chief physician for outpatient diagnostic services at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCMCH). According to the expert, the main factors contributing to the increase in cases of

20.11.2025, 15:43
Agriculture

The import of kumis in Kyrgyzstan exceeded exports by 12.5 times

- In the first nine months of 2025, the volume of kumis imported into Kyrgyzstan amounted to 488,028 liters, according to data from the Ministry of Agriculture. At the same time, the export of this drink during the same period was only 38,936 liters. It should be noted that information about transit supplies is absent from the document.

20.11.2025, 15:24
Inventors of Kyrgyzstan / Health

Due to gadgets, children are developing digestive disorders, - pediatrician. Interview

The increase in respiratory diseases, digestive system disorders, and allergies among children is linked not only to environmental factors but also to household habits, such as overcrowded classrooms and improper sleep and nutrition routines. In an interview with AKIpress, Bolot Burabaev, Deputy Chief Physician for Outpatient Diagnostic Services at the National Center for Maternal and Child Health (NCOMCH) and a cardiologist-rheumatologist, discussed the health status of children in Kyrgyzstan,

20.11.2025, 14:44
Agriculture

By 2030, it is planned to increase the share of processed agricultural products in Kyrgyzstan to 30%

- In his speech, Chynaliev noted that according to strategic documents, by 2030 it is planned to achieve a 30% processing rate of agricultural products. “Currently, processing accounts for only 10-15% of the total volume of agricultural products; however, growth is already observed in some sectors. For example, sugar beets are processed completely, dairy products are at 49%, while in other sectors this figure fluctuates between 5 and 10%,” he added. To increase the level of processing, farmers

20.11.2025, 14:11
For the first time, the National Historical Museum of the Kyrgyz Republic participated in the ICOM Dubai 2025 forum
Culture / Exclusive

For the first time, the National Historical Museum of the Kyrgyz Republic participated in the ICOM Dubai 2025 forum

From November 11 to 17, the significant international forum ICOM Dubai 2025 took place, in which the director of the National Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan, Zhyldyz Bakashova, participated. According to the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic, the conference gathered specialists from over 130 countries and included more than 400 speakers, 100 panel discussions, and over 10 plenary sessions, as well as a large exhibition of museum innovations.

20.11.2025, 13:49