Today, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision to discuss the results of 2025.
The event was attended by the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Daniyar Amangeldiev. Participants discussed the achievements of the outgoing year and outlined key areas of work for 2026.
Achievements in the Mining Sector
Over the past five years, significant reforms have been carried out in the field of subsoil use, and state control has been strengthened. In 2024-2025, 8 major projects were implemented, and in 2025, 105 licenses were issued for state enterprises. As a result of violations of licensing conditions, 320 licenses were revoked, and currently, 2014 licenses are in effect.
In the last 5 years, the budget received over 217.9 billion soms from the industry, which is a growth of 3.5 times. In 2025, revenues reached a record 65.4 billion soms, and during the year, 40 auctions were held, bringing in 105.6 million soms to the budget. A total of 141 tons of gold were mined over 5 years.
Since 2021, Kumtor has been under state control. Over the past five years, 100.6 billion soms have been transferred to the budget in the form of taxes and other mandatory payments.
In 2025, the company's net profit amounted to 706 million US dollars, and gold production reached 70 tons, with reserves also increased.
Environmental Initiatives
To improve air quality, an interdepartmental commission was established, and restrictions on the use of low-quality coal were introduced in Bishkek and the Chui region.
With the support of the World Bank, a project worth 50 million US dollars is being implemented, as well as the "Improving Air Quality in the Kyrgyz Republic" project worth 10 million US dollars with support from KOICA.
In 2025, concepts for environmental safety and carbon neutrality were approved, and international cooperation was expanded. More than 1 billion US dollars in investments were attracted to the mining sector.
In 2025, 5,749 violations were recorded, resulting in damage compensation amounting to 143.2 million soms. A state enterprise "Ekooperator" was also established, which collected 74 million soms in waste disposal fees.
As part of the "Zhashyl Muras" program, 8.2 million seedlings were planted, and the ecological corridor "Ak Ilbirs" was created. The population of snow leopards in the country has increased and exceeded 500 individuals.
Issyk-Kul and Protected Natural Areas
In Issyk-Kul, 99 raids were conducted, resulting in the elimination of illegal fishing nets. Restrictions on the use of plastic products were also introduced.
Protected natural areas were visited by 271 thousand tourists, bringing 37.7 million soms to the budget.
To improve the material and technical base of the ministry, the construction of new administrative buildings has begun, 38 service vehicles have been purchased, along with modern laboratory equipment, drones, and field equipment.
Plan for 2026
Following the meeting, tasks were identified, including the expansion of geological exploration, increasing the level of environmental control, deepening digitalization, and implementing climate policy.
The ministry will continue to work on the rational use of natural resources and ensuring environmental safety in 2026.
