Employees of the State Tax Service conducted a raid to monitor tax violations in Bishkek and discovered a location where banned electronic cigarettes were being sold. This information was provided by the press service of the agency.
The State Tax Service seized more than 3,000 nicotine-containing products worth over 3 million soms. During a raid for tax control, employees of the State Tax Service (STS) uncovered an illegal point engaged in the sale of banned electronic devices for nicotine delivery in Bishkek. This was reported by the press service of the STS. According to the agency's information, this trading point was located in the basement of a residential building in the 7th microdistrict of the capital. During
On the morning of March 2, the exchange rates in the currency exchange offices at the Moscow City Council are as follows:
Photo from the internet. The latest intervention by the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has not yet affected the currency market of the republic According to the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, the euro and the Kazakh tenge have significantly appreciated, while the Chinese yuan and the Russian ruble have decreased in value. The exchange rate of the US dollar remained stable. US Dollar Exchange Rate:
The airline Centrum Air, founded in 2023, has announced the launch of regular flights between Tashkent and Osh starting April 1, 2026. This information was revealed in a press release from the OJSC "Manas International Airport" (Airports of Kyrgyzstan).
Erlis Akunbekov, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, conducted a working trip to the Chui region. During this trip, he inspected the condition of important water management facilities and familiarized himself with the process of restoring irrigation networks in the region. During his visit to the Moscow district, the minister examined the Spartak Reservoir and the
On the morning of March 2, the price of Brent crude oil on the London ICE exchange reached over $81 per barrel, marking the first time since June 23, 2025. This data was confirmed by trading indicators. The price increase was 12.2 percent at the beginning of the week, attributed to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.
On March 1, in Karakol, located in the Issyk-Kul region, an agricultural fair took place at the "Slavyanskiy" market, which is held once a week. At the fair, city residents are offered products at reasonable prices.
At a meeting dedicated to the development of the Surkhandarya region, the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, announced the intention of Chinese investors to allocate 1 billion dollars for the exploration of coal reserves in the region. The development of four promising deposits located in the Sariasiy district is planned: "Korakon," "Zhemsonite," "Chukur," and "Bayram-1." According to the head of state, the area has impressive solid fuel
Kazakh researchers have made a significant step in the field of food technology by presenting an innovative method for storing chilled poultry meat. The antimicrobial coating developed at the Kazakh Research Institute of Processing and Food Industry allows meat to stay fresh for up to 20 days at a temperature of approximately 0 degrees. This is three times longer than standard storage periods, and the technology completely eliminates the use of harmful nitrates and nitrites.
In order to implement the Law on the special financial investment territory "Tamchi," which has a special legal regime, the Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov visited Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. This information was confirmed by the Ministry of Economy. During the visit, the minister held meetings with the leadership of major international financial centers such as Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) and Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The
In the Alai district, in the village of Sogondu, the construction of a water supply system has been completed, which includes a water intake well, water pipelines, and reservoirs for drinking water. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to their data, the new facility was put into operation in the first quarter of 2026, ensuring local residents reliable and safe access to water.
Photo by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry In the Chui region, specifically in the Panfilov district, the plant of OsOO "Tian Shan Trout" has opened, which is engaged in the production of fish feed. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The construction of this plant started in May 2025. The total investment in the project amounted to 7 million dollars, of which 5 million
Over the past week, there has been an increase in prices for peppers, carrots, and eggs in Bishkek, while potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, cabbage, pears, and sugar have become cheaper. As a result, the cost of the minimum grocery set has increased by 49 soms, reaching 7,937 soms.
It is also expected that solar power plants with a capacity of 850 MW will be launched. At a republican meeting, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Erlis Akunbekov, emphasized the importance of the energy sector. According to him, Kyrgyzstan is moving to a new level in the development of its energy sector. As part of this initiative, a number of measures are being implemented aimed at modernizing and expanding the energy infrastructure. In particular, in
Avina Abytayeva, a native of Kyrgyzstan and an expert in international auditing, shares her insights in her new book titled Auditing the Remittance Lifeline. She emphasizes that the funds sent by our citizens back home are not just financial flows, but a vital source for the country's economy. In conditions where sanctions and external restrictions create difficulties, Avina's work becomes particularly relevant. She provides specific examples, demonstrating how to make the remittance
In the village of Semetey, located in the Manas district of the Talas region, a fair dedicated to the sale of socially significant food products and consumer goods took place on February 27 at the "Mail Ake" market. According to information from a Turmush correspondent, local farmers and producers showcased their products, offering vegetables and fruits at reduced prices.
The People's Bank of China, also known as the country's central bank, has introduced a new set of rules simplifying transactions in yuan between Chinese and foreign financial institutions. This was reported by Bloomberg. According to the new rules, limits on local banks' lending abroad in yuan will depend on their capital conditions, allowing the PBOC to regulate these limits for risk management.
The situation with the Toktogul Reservoir located in Kyrgyzstan has caught the special attention of the Kazakh government. Currently, its volume is 1.5 cubic kilometers less than last year. As noted by the minister, the reservoir is operating in an intensified mode due to the energy deficit, which may lead to a critical reduction in water supply to the fields of the Turkestan region, especially if "Toktogul" switches to a storage mode by the beginning of spring.
As part of the government program, assistance for young entrepreneurs is provided in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Nurbek Umetaliev, head of the entrepreneurship development department of the business environment policy management at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to him, at the beginning of 2026, the government approved a project that will operate until 2030.
At the event, which gathered around 60 participants, high-profile officials, representatives of international financial organizations, and leaders of major companies were present. The Kyrgyz delegation was headed by Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev, Chairman of the National Bank Melis Turgunbaev, as well as deputy ministers of economy and finance. From the UK side, the discussion included the trade representative of the Prime Minister, Lord John Elderdice, and the Managing Director of the
The national brand competition "One Village - One Product" took place in Bishkek, bringing together producers from all corners of the country. The press service of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce shared this information. As part of the event, 57 products were presented, which had passed preliminary selection in their regions. Each region showcased its best products, which received regional brand certificates confirming their high quality standards, uniqueness, and competitiveness.
In Kyrgyzstan, 399 million soms will be allocated in 2026 to support loans for small and medium-sized businesses. This was reported by Nurbek Umetaliev, head of the entrepreneurship development department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio". According to Umetaliev, state support for entrepreneurship continues, and funds are being allocated from the republican budget for business lending.
Photo of the Batken Electric Networks Enterprise. Installation of 'smart' meters In 2026, it is planned to install 54,587 'smart' meters (automated commercial metering systems) by the local electric enterprise, which is a branch of OJSC "NESC". This information was announced by the organization's press service. The project, implemented with the support of the World Bank, aims to modernize the energy sector, introduce digital management, and ensure efficient
The issue of water scarcity in Central Asia is no longer limited to environmental aspects; it has become a serious challenge for the entire economy. International expert Sobir Kurbanov shares his views in his article on Cronos.Asia about how to transform the water resources crisis into an opportunity for sustainable development.
Kunduz, an individual entrepreneur, has been actively working on a project since 2025 aimed at processing sheep wool into eco-friendly fertilizers. Recently, the production process was demonstrated to representatives of the Department of Processing and Organic Agriculture, which operates under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has decided to introduce a tariff exemption that exempts certain types of beef from import customs duties for EAEU countries in 2026. This was reported by the EEC press service. The exemption applies to the following import volumes:
At the republican meeting held on February 27 at "Yntymak Ordo," President Sadyr Japarov announced the country's intentions to abandon the import of socially significant food products. The head of state noted that work in the agricultural sector has yielded tangible results, and over the past five years, the volume of agricultural production has reached nearly 2 trillion soms.
In 2026, the launch of 113 industrial projects is planned in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Sanirabiga Moldogazieva, a leading industrial analysis specialist, during a broadcast on "Birinchi Radio". Special attention will be given to the establishment of enterprises in the construction materials sector — 43 are planned, 16 enterprises will be engaged in food processing, seven in light industry, and one each in the fields of machine engineering and pharmaceuticals.
On the air of "Birinchi Radio," Nuria Momunkulova, head of the planning, analysis, and evaluation department for regional development at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, shared plans for the development of Kyrgyzstan's regions for the year 2026. She reminded that in March 2025, a state program for the comprehensive socio-economic development of regions was adopted, which is designed for 20 years with mandatory updates every five years.
In the city of Osh, public hearings were held on the draft budget for 2026, attended by the first deputy mayor, the chairman of the Osh city council, as well as heads of various departments and residents of the city. According to the draft budget, a significant increase in subsidies for a number of municipal enterprises funded from the city budget is anticipated.
The streaming platform Netflix announced its decision to cease the fight for the acquisition of Warner Bros., leaving Paramount Skydance's offer without competition. This was reported by "Meduza". The management of Netflix noted that considering the amount required to match the latest offer from Paramount Skydance, the deal ceased to be profitable. They characterized the potential acquisition as a "nice addition," but not vital.
The negotiations between the official delegations of the Kyrgyz Republic and Romania took place in Bucharest from February 23 to 26, 2026, with the aim of concluding an Agreement on the elimination of double taxation of income and the prevention of tax evasion. This information was provided by the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the meetings, the parties carefully analyzed the draft agreement and, as a result, reached a principled agreement on its text.
The state enterprise "Kyrgyz Aeronavigation" has announced its intention to conduct a tender for the procurement of a surveillance system, the cost of which will amount to 92.6 million soms. As part of this project, it is planned to acquire remote sensors for a multi-position surveillance system. This equipment is expected to provide radar tracking of aircraft operating flights along the new air route TADOT—ONDIX—OGIGI, according to the technical specifications. In addition, the
The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic reports the achievement of an agreement with Romania regarding the elimination of double taxation. During the recently held negotiations in Bucharest, delegations from both countries discussed important aspects of the agreement aimed at eliminating double taxation on income and preventing tax evasion. The agency confirmed that the document has been fundamentally agreed upon.
In 2025, Kyrgyzstan successfully implemented new financial instruments. This became known at a republican meeting held at "Yntymak Ordo" under the leadership of Sadyr Japarov. The report was presented by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. According to Adylbek Kasymaliev, for the first time in the country, eurobonds worth 700 million dollars were issued to finance strategically important projects.
At a republican meeting in "Yntymak Ordo," President Sadyr Japarov noted that the period from 2021 to 2025 will not only be a time of recovery but also a time of qualitative economic progress for Kyrgyzstan.
At a meeting held on February 27 at "Ынтымак Ордо," President Sadyr Japarov announced that from 2021 to 2025, "Kumtor" will bring in over 440 billion soms in revenue from its production activities. Of this amount, more than 100 billion soms will be directed to the country's budget in the form of taxes and mandatory payments. Additionally, over the past four years, the state has received dividends exceeding 38 billion soms. The head of state noted that from 1994 to 2021,
Public hearings on the budget project for 2026 were held in Osh. According to the presented document, the total budget of the city will amount to 5 billion 205 million soms, which is 1.8 billion soms higher than the previous year. This information was announced by the press service of the mayor's office. Participants in the event included the chairman of the city council Bolot Bayetov, the first deputy mayor Omorbek Torobaev, deputies, heads of local institutions and enterprises, as well
Over 1 billion 176 million dollars has been received in the country's budget At a republican meeting, President Sadyr Japarov announced that from 2021 to 2025, the total income from 'Kumtor' will amount to 5 billion 115 million dollars. He emphasized that the return of 'Kumtor' to state ownership was a significant step towards strengthening Kyrgyzstan's economic independence. According to his statement, during this period, over 1 billion 176 million dollars has
The president emphasized that the economic volume has tripled At a republican meeting, President Sadyr Japarov announced that by the end of 2025, the gross domestic product (GDP) of the country exceeded 22.6 billion dollars. He noted that in 2020, the GDP was 8.3 billion dollars, and by 2025 this figure had increased nearly threefold. “Over five years, tax revenues have increased approximately four times, customs duties have increased six times, and non-tax revenues have increased almost nine
This budget exceeds last year's figures by 392 billion soms. At a recent meeting attended by the president, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev presented a report on financial and economic indicators. Kasymaliev reported that the budget for 2025 will amount to 1 trillion 101.4 billion soms, which is 392.5 billion soms more than in 2023. The increase in the budget was made possible by the growth of the gross domestic product and improvements in tax administration mechanisms.
During a meeting chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, plans were announced to achieve the production of 6,000 units of agricultural machinery by 2026. Furthermore, by 2027, it is expected to double this figure to 14,000 units per year.
Recently, a delegation from the Tax Committee of Uzbekistan traveled to Moscow to familiarize themselves with the methods of the Federal Tax Service of Russia regarding the taxation of virtual entrepreneurs, including bloggers. The purpose of the trip was to implement new services and enhance transparency in the digital sector.
A republican meeting is taking place in Bishkek, attended by the country's president, Sadyr Japarov. As part of this event, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, presented an analysis of key economic indicators over the past five years.
According to the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture, 28,762 seedlings that were imported from the Republic of Uzbekistan have been returned. At the checkpoint "Kyzyl-Kiya" of the Batken Department of the Chemicalization and Plant Protection, on February 23, during the phytosanitary inspection, an issue with the labeling of the seedling packaging was discovered.
The budget of the city of Osh for 2026 is planned to be approved at the level of 5 billion 205 million 536 thousand 400 soms, which is 52% more compared to the previous year. This data is contained in the draft resolution regarding the budget for 2026 and the planning period for 2027–2028. As a result, an increase in the budget of 1 billion 780 million 222 thousand 600 soms is expected. The total volume of local budget revenues for 2026, taking into account the special funds of budgetary
The EU has proposed specific initiatives to the Kyrgyz side Kyrgyzstan and the European Union are working on creating a plan that will help remove the country's banks from the sanctions regime. This was announced in a statement from the Cabinet of Ministers. The meeting between the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Daniyar Amangeldiev and the EU Special Envoy for Sanctions David O'Sullivan took place during the latter's working visit to Kyrgyzstan. The parties