In the Ala-Buka district, active preparation of irrigation networks has begun as part of the spring fieldwork. These activities are organized by the district agricultural development management, which is subordinate to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry.
As of the morning of February 24, the exchange rates at the Moskovsky Soviet are presented as follows:
According to the State Enterprise "NC Kyrgyz Temir Zholu," there has been a significant increase in passenger traffic on the railways in Kyrgyzstan. Photo from the archive
On February 21, the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, Meder Tumanov, held an on-site meeting in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. The main purpose of the meeting was to observe the progress of the significant investment project "All-Season Ski Resort Cluster 'Ala-Tuu Resort'" and to assess the fulfillment of obligations. The Ministry of Economy reminded that according to the resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz
The main reason for this may be the introduction of restrictions on the import of fish feed. In the Republic of Kyrgyzstan, a ban on the import of fish feed may be introduced, as reported by Renad Dosaev, head of the Association of Fish Farms. According to him, farmers from various regions seek help every day. Contradictory information from government bodies creates an atmosphere of uncertainty, undermining trust from the business side. This situation may contribute to the
The head of the government, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed a decree introducing a temporary ban on the export of mineral fertilizers outside the customs territory of the EAEU. However, this does not apply to those fertilizers that were imported earlier from third countries and do not meet quality standards. Export of mineral fertilizers is also permitted within the framework of customs transit and as humanitarian aid provided by the government.
The Forest Service, which is part of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, today received 20 tractors from a total of 116 units of equipment transferred by the Ministry of Emergency Situations. This was reported by Murataly Tagaev, the director of the Forest Service, in an interview with the "Kabar" agency. According to Tagaev, the new tractors will be intended for various economic tasks within the forest system.
As of the end of 2025, the difference in customs statistics between Kyrgyzstan and China amounted to $22 billion 225 million. This data was obtained by comparing information from the General Administration of Customs of the People's Republic of China and the National Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan. China reported a trade volume of $27 billion 198.9 million for the period from January to December, while Kyrgyzstan reported $4 billion 973.8 million.
A draft order "On the Approval of the Procedure for State Control over Emissions of Pollutants from Mobile Sources" has been submitted for public discussion, prepared by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic. The document is available on the portal for discussion. This initiative aims to fulfill the provisions of Articles 18 and 20 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Air Protection." This law is an important aspect of
The Cabinet of Ministers plans to allocate 200 thousand hectares for migrants The discovery of 614 thousand hectares of abandoned land was the result of an audit conducted by the government. Of this area, 200 thousand hectares will be allocated for agricultural needs, as reported by Zhanibek Kerimaliev, the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, at a meeting of the parliamentary committee dealing with agrarian policy, water resources, subsoil use, and
According to preliminary data from the National Statistics Committee, in 2025 Kyrgyzstan exported 6.2 tons of gold, amounting to approximately $682.8 million. By country, the exports were distributed as follows:
According to information provided by the Ministry of Finance, as of December 31, 2025, the national debt amounted to $8 billion 920.62 million. The most significant part of the domestic debt consists of loans from long-term securities, which total $3 billion 539.45 million (99%). Among external creditors, the largest share is held by the Export-Import Bank of China, with a debt of $1 billion 500.86 million (28.1%).
Starting from 2027, a new taxation system aimed at combating the inefficient use of water resources will come into effect in Uzbekistan. This initiative will hit the financial interests of those owners who do not install modern accounting and water-saving systems, as their tax will double.
According to the publication "Kommersant," the Ministry of Finance of Russia has developed a number of proposals that could significantly change the financial conditions for labor migrants from visa-free countries. One of the main innovations is the introduction of additional fees for children and dependents residing in Russia.
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has set the exchange rates for foreign currencies on February 23 as follows: Currently, the dollar is valued at 87.45 soms, while the exchange rates for the euro and ruble have fallen.
The city hall shared plans for budget utilization In 2026, it is expected that the budget revenues of Bishkek will exceed 32.9 billion soms. This forecast was announced at recent hearings on budget issues in the city hall. The planned funds will be used for various projects, including the construction and repair of roads, improvement of engineering networks, major repairs of social institutions, as well as landscaping and greening of urban areas.
In the Kemin district, Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, visited the branch of the company "Agrokush." During the visit, he familiarized himself with the implementation of the "Kemin" project, which represents an ambitious investment program for the development of the broiler industry in Kyrgyzstan.
On the Comex exchange, the price of gold futures for April delivery reached $5,150 per troy ounce, marking the first time since January 30. This data is confirmed by the relevant trading platform. As of August 5, Bishkek time, the price of the precious metal was recorded at $5,160 per troy ounce (+0.58 percent). By 5:14, the price of gold had risen to $5,161.5 per troy ounce (+0.61 percent).
At the meeting of the Central Election Commission, held on February 23, a decision was made to prematurely terminate the deputy powers of Kunduzbek Su laymanov due to his personal statement. The certificate confirming his status as a deputy was declared invalid.
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, representing the ruling family of the United Arab Emirates, has shown interest in the 'Ala-Too Resort' project. A virtual meeting between his representatives and the management of the 'Ala-Too Resort' company recently took place, as reported by the company.
Information was gathered from the websites of various commercial banks. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. It should be noted that the information is current as of the time of publication. The indicated rates pertain to cash currency exchange and may change throughout the day.
The transition to organic agriculture requires not only a change in approaches but also serious preparation. It is a long-term strategy, not just a short-term program with strict deadlines. Dinara Chorobekova, a senior lecturer at the Department of Crop Production and Plant Protection at KNAU and a graduate student, shares her thoughts on the challenges and opportunities for the development of the organic sector in Kyrgyzstan.
You may have heard stories about people who became victims of online scammers. Some lost money from their accounts or even their homes, believing false promises about investigations by law enforcement agencies. Unfortunately, such cases also occur in Kyrgyzstan. The National Bank, as the main financial regulator of the country, is taking measures to combat such fraudulent schemes. In this article, we will examine what changes have occurred and how this affects everyone who has a bank card and
As of the morning of February 23, the exchange rates at the Moskovsky Soviet exchange offices are as follows:
According to the Joint Stock Company "National Company 'Kazakhstan Temir Zholy'", grain exports from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan have increased by 1.7 times. Experts report that from September 2025 to February 19, 2026, 6.4 million tons of new crop grain were sent to foreign markets, which is 19.7% more compared to the same period last marketing year, when the volume of supplies was 5.4 million tons.
Photo from the internet. After reaching annual price highs, the tenge and ruble began to lose their positions against the som After a period of stable growth, the official exchange rates of the euro, Kazakh tenge, and Russian ruble have started to decline. At the same time, the exchange rate of the US dollar and Chinese yuan remained unchanged. This data was provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar:
Throughout 2025, Russia significantly increased fuel supplies to the countries of Central Asia and Afghanistan, made possible by the rise in liquefied hydrocarbon gas exports, which grew by 530 thousand tons. The main importing countries were Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan. Uzbekistan, taking advantage of favorable cooperation conditions with Russia, actively purchased oil and liquefied gas to eliminate the gasoline shortage in the country.
Kyrgyzstan is becoming an increasingly attractive region for investments due to three main factors, as noted by the chairman of the board of directors of the investment fund Central Asia Capital, Anton Sobin. Photo by the media. Anton Sobin
A new state operator in the field of armaments has been established in Kyrgyzstan — "Asker Service." The decree on the reorganization of the ministries of the Ministry of Defense was signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, resulting in the transformation of GP "Kyrgyzkorgooservis" into "Asker Service" with expanded powers. According to the new document, "Asker Service" will act as the official intermediary for all export-import and re-export
During the meeting, Iminov discussed with San the dynamics of the virtual asset market in Kyrgyzstan. He presented information about the current activities of the National Council and key changes in the institutional and regulatory sphere. San, for his part, noted the significant potential for further cooperation and joint projects with the TRON platform, emphasizing the active development of the sector in the country.
The Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev visited the branch of the company "Agrokush" in the Kemin district, where he familiarized himself with the activities of the enterprise. According to information from the ministry, the project to create the "Kemin" production complex represents a significant investment initiative aimed at increasing the company's capacities.
The recent video conference served as a platform to discuss cooperation between Farhat Iminov, who heads the secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies under the President of Kyrgyzstan, and Justin Sun, the founder of TRON. This information was provided by the press service of the national council. During the meeting, Justin Sun emphasized the rapid development of the virtual asset sector in Kyrgyzstan, noting the significant potential
Just one day after his decree, Donald Trump decided to increase the global tariff from 10% to 15%.
42 units of new equipment produced in the country have been transferred to the Talas region. According to the press service of the government, the transfer was carried out by the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Daniyar Amangeldiev to the authorized representative of the President in the Talas region, Ermat Jumayev.
At the forum "Agrodialog," the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, presented impressive data on the development of the agricultural sector and future plans for the industrialization of agriculture. By the end of 2025, the volume of agricultural production is expected to reach 459.7 billion soms, which is 62.9 billion soms more than the previous year.
Felix Kulov, former Prime Minister, has proposed an initiative to involve the citizens of Kyrgyzstan in financing the construction of a railway connecting China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan. In his opinion, this can be achieved through the mechanism of purchasing registered shares, which will ensure that dividends are received directly by Kyrgyz citizens rather than foreign financial institutions. He announced this on his social media, publishing a corresponding post. Kulov noted that the total
The forum "AgroDialog-2026," held under the auspices of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, has come to a close. The event took place at the Kyrgyz National Philharmonic named after T. Satylganov. Minister Bakyt Torobaev, speaking at the meeting, noted the high level of organization of the forum.
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, Adylbek Kasymaliev, spoke at the "Agrodialog" forum, where he discussed the achievements in the country's agricultural sector. He emphasized the key indicators achieved in 2024. The production of agricultural products in the country amounted to 459.7 billion soms, which is 62.9 billion soms more than the previous year, with a growth rate of 102.2%. In the processing industry, this figure reached 104.7 billion soms,
Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev spoke at the "Agrodialog" forum. In his address, he summarized the work in the agricultural sector, emphasizing the key achievements of the past year. According to him, the volume of agricultural production in 2024 amounted to 459.7 billion soms, which is 62.9 billion soms more than the previous year, with a growth rate of 102.2%. The production of the processing industry reached 104.7 billion soms, increasing by 16.2 billion
Over the past week, there has been an increase in prices in Bishkek for items such as cucumbers, buckwheat, potatoes, cabbage, pears, sugar, eggs, and vegetable oil. At the same time, bread, rice, onions, and carrots have become cheaper. As a result, the cost of the minimum grocery basket has increased by 549 soms, reaching 7,888 soms.
The President of the United States, Donald Trump, announced his decision to impose a 10% tariff on imports from all countries around the world. This information was posted on his account on the social network Truth Social. As Trump noted, the decree was signed in the Oval Office and will take effect "virtually immediately."
A new digital system is being implemented in the country, designed for monitoring anthrax and other particularly dangerous diseases among animals. The veterinary service of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan has announced the geoinformation system project "SUMO," which will allow real-time tracking of the epizootic situation across the entire territory of the republic.
This weekend, on February 21 and 22, there will be no agricultural fair at the T. Usubaliev Square in Bishkek, as has been customary on Saturdays and Sundays. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has confirmed the cancellation of the event. The reason for this decision is the forum "AgroDialog-2026," which is taking place at the T. Satylganov National Philharmonic Hall.
On February 20, a meeting was held in Osh to discuss issues related to the legalization of jewelry. Abylbek Abdyrai uulu, head of the information support service of the State Tax Service, emphasized that legalization will help reduce the tax burden and improve conditions for business. “Currently, more than a hundred entrepreneurs engaged in gold sales are undergoing training on legalization and entering information into the system through their personal accounts. We have already conducted
The 14th meeting of ministers responsible for economic and trade issues took place in Turkestan under the auspices of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). As reported by the organization's press service, delegations from participating countries gathered at the ministerial level to discuss the development of economic cooperation, deepening trade ties, and promoting sustainable and inclusive growth in the Turkic world.
In 2025, tax authorities discovered nearly 270 individual entrepreneurs and companies involved in schemes for issuing electronic invoices without real economic transactions. Such actions resulted in losses for the state amounting to 3 billion 744 million soms, as reported by the press service of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic. Some unscrupulous entrepreneurs attempt to evade tax payments by creating fictitious electronic invoices to inflate imaginary expenses and unlawfully reduce
The capsule for the new project was laid by Adylbek Kasymaliev A financial and investment zone called "Tamchi" is planned to be built on the shores of Issyk-Kul. This information was announced by government representatives.
In 2026, the replacement of 8,772 outdated insulators is planned in the Batken region. As part of the Ministry of Energy's plans for the renewal and modernization of the energy sector, the branch of OJSC "NESC" — Batken Electric Networks Enterprise, through the high-voltage overhead lines service of 220/110/35 kV, plans to replace the following outdated insulators with new glass ones: