As of March 26, the exchange rates for foreign currencies set by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan are as follows: The dollar continues to show stability, while the euro and ruble are experiencing a decline.
At the 53rd meeting of the Joint Board of Customs Services of the EAEU countries, the Chairman of the State Customs Service, Almaz Saliev, summarized the work done. According to him, 22 new decisions were adopted, the main goal of which is to simplify and increase the transparency of customs procedures, as well as to support legitimate business. Among the decisions made are issues related to information exchange, supplementing data on transit, and exchanging shipping documents. It was also
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At a working meeting organized by Erlis Akunbekov, current issues related to the development of horticulture were discussed. Representatives from the regions openly shared the problems they face in the agricultural sector. The main topics of discussion included the difficulties arising in the creation of cooperatives, as well as the acute lack of financial resources for expanding agricultural enterprises. Farmers emphasized that the process of obtaining preferential loans remains challenging,
The United Collegium of Customs Services of the EAEU countries held a meeting where key aspects of cooperation and experience exchange were discussed. The head of the State Customs Service, Almaz Saliev, emphasized the importance of this platform for finding agreed solutions. The agenda included issues related to improving customs administration and increasing the efficiency of services.
Azamat Shadmanov, the director of the Department of Drinking Water Supply and Sewerage Development, held a meeting with department heads involved in the implementation of state investments. The main topic of discussion was the plans for 2026 and the effective use of allocated funds. Meeting participants emphasized the importance of adhering to deadlines for project completion and achieving target indicators for providing the population with clean water.
At the meeting of the Joint Board of Customs Services of the EAEU countries, Jandos Dyusenbiev, Chairman of the Committee for State Revenues of the Ministry of Finance of Kazakhstan, emphasized the importance of deepening cooperation and developing unified standards in customs administration. He drew attention to the wide range of issues discussed on the agenda, including the implementation of previously adopted decisions, classification of goods, development of law enforcement practices, as
According to information from TOLOnews, citing the Ministry of Industry and Trade of Afghanistan, the country is significantly increasing its trade turnover with Central Asian states. It is projected that by the end of 2025, the volume of trade operations will reach $2.6 billion. Meanwhile, exports of goods from Afghanistan have increased by 77% and amount to $216 million.
A working meeting took place in Bishkek between Almambet Shykmamatov, the Chairman of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, and representatives of the Swiss company SICPA SA, known for its protective technologies and product traceability systems. This was reported by the press service of the State Tax Service. Present at the meeting were Philippe Amon, Chairman of the Board and CEO of SICPA SA, as well as Jean-Philippe Godin, Director of Strategic Development, and other company
On March 24, Deputy Prime Minister Erlis Akunbekov held a meeting dedicated to the petition for the implementation of a railway project connecting China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.
The implementation of the support program for sewing entrepreneurs through preferential lending continues in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported on March 25 in an interview on Birinchi Radio by Bakyt Sydykov, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of the country. According to him, financing is provided by two state banks, and the amount of allocated funds is close to 1 billion soms.
Currently, more than 5,000 people and over 5,600 units of equipment are involved in the construction. This information was provided during a meeting between the Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Erlis Akunbekov, and representatives of the contracting organization working on this project. Representatives from the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the state enterprise "Kyrgyz Temir Zholu," and the joint railway company "China – Kyrgyzstan – Uzbekistan" also
The implementation of the support program for the sewing business through preferential loans continues in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov on the air of Birinchi Radio on March 25. According to the minister, funds are allocated through two state banks, and the total amount is already close to 1 billion soms.
The Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio," announced plans to double Kyrgyzstan's gross domestic product (GDP) by 2030. Currently, a five-year program aimed at developing the country's economy is being implemented, which was updated and adopted in June 2025 with the president's approval. This document outlines the priorities of economic policy for the period until 2030.
The Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, Bakyt Sydykov, highlighted important projects and measures aimed at supporting the country's economy in an interview with Birinchi Radio on March 25. Sydykov reported that the government is implementing several major initiatives. In the energy sector, a key project is the construction of the Kambar-Ata Hydroelectric Power Station, and small and medium businesses are actively developing through microgeneration and the launch of small
In Kyrgyzstan, there is a threatening expansion of the shadow economy, which is growing faster than the legitimate business sector. By the end of 2024, the volume of the "shadow" segment reached 308 billion soms, accounting for almost 20% of the country's total GDP. According to the latest data from the National Statistical Committee, a significant portion of hidden turnover is associated with informal activities, whose share in the economy has increased to 15.7% over the year.
In Kyrgyzstan, activities to prepare irrigation networks for the upcoming growing season have intensified. According to the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, the Main Department of Water Management of the Osh region is implementing a number of measures aimed at modernizing systems and optimizing the distribution of irrigation resources. The focus is on re-equipping hydroposts at key sections of water drains. Currently, three teams from the
The morning exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Moscow City Council on March 26 are as follows:
On the air of "Birinchi Radio," the Minister of Economy and Trade, Bakyt Sydykov, spoke about how the government supports workers in the textile industry. According to him, preferential loans are being allocated to assist entrepreneurs, provided by two state banks. Currently, the total volume of support amounts to approximately 1 billion soms.
The system will allow for the organization of small mines and establish control over the supply of gold and ore. The Chairman of the State Tax Service, Alambet Shykmamatov, held a meeting with representatives of the Swiss company SICPA SA, known for its security technologies and tracking systems. This was reported by the press service of the STS. Participating in the meeting were Philippe Amon, the CEO and Chairman of the Board of SICPA SA, Strategic Development Director Jean-Philippe Godin,
In Kyrgyzstan, the authorities have decided to strengthen state control over real estate transactions. These measures are reflected in a draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers titled "On the Approval of the Action Plan to Reduce Identified Risks of Financing Criminal Activities and Legalization (Laundering) of Criminal Proceeds for 2026," which has been published for discussion. The document includes a number of targeted activities aimed at minimizing risks associated with the
At the meeting, the main focus was on the implementation of agricultural insurance systems aimed at protecting livestock breeders from the negative consequences of climate change. The Minister emphasized the importance of livestock insurance, which provides farmers with the opportunity to receive financial compensation in cases of livestock losses due to adverse weather conditions. Since 2025, a project for subsidizing index insurance has been successfully implemented in the Ak-Tal and At-Bash
The Bishkek administration commented on the situation regarding the hot water shutdown, which will begin on April 1 and last until May 10, 2026, according to information received from Kaktus.media. Local authorities emphasized that the shutdown is related to necessary preventive and repair work. The early start of the shutdown is due to several circumstances.
At a meeting with representatives of Prekab LLC at the National Investment Agency, plans were discussed for organizing production, including the manufacture of wire harnesses, on the territory of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the agency's press service.
On the air of "Birinchi Radio," the head of the Department for Monitoring the Administration of Excise Goods and Labeling of the State Tax Service, Bakyt Akmatov, highlighted the issue of the necessity of cement labeling in Kyrgyzstan. He emphasized that over the past five years, there has been a noticeable increase in construction activity in the republic. According to the National Statistics Committee, in 2023, construction volumes increased by more than 20%, in 2024 by 30%, and by
According to Bakyt Akmatov, head of the Department for Control of the Administration of Excise Goods and Marking of the State Tax Service, the introduction of a cement marking system will create equal competitive conditions for all market participants. He stated this on the air of "Birinchi Radio." “If producers hide their volumes, they will be forced to fully disclose them, which will lead to fair competition,” he noted.
From the beginning of September 2025 until March 2026, Kazakhstan exported 8.9 million tons of grain and flour in grain equivalent, which is 1 million tons more than in the same period last year. This data was published by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Notably, there was a significant increase in supplies to Kyrgyzstan, where 354 thousand tons of grain were sent, greatly exceeding the 194 thousand tons during the same period last year.
In the State Agency for Management of State Property, subordinate to the Cabinet of Ministers, the composition of the deputy directors has been updated. By the directive of Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev, Kenenbaev Zamir Alymbekovich has been appointed as the first deputy director, while the deputies are Erkinbaeva Dinara Baktybekovna and Akylbekov Maksat Janbolotovich.
The Ministry of Transport and Communications has provided information on the progress of the reconstruction of the highway connecting Balakchy, Bokonbaev, and Karakol, which has a length of 141.6 kilometers. According to available data, construction work is currently actively underway on the section of the road from 0 to 25 kilometers. It is planned to put this section into operation in the coming weeks. As for the remaining 116.6 kilometers, according to the ministry's statement, their
The Ministry of Transport and Communications has shared information about the current status of the project for the reconstruction of the Balakchy — Bokonbaev — Karakol road, which is 141.6 km long. According to the Ministry's data, construction is currently actively underway on the first 25 kilometers of the road. The commissioning of this section is expected in the near future.
Roads play a key role in the movement of people and goods, providing connectivity between regions and contributing to economic development. They improve access to services, support businesses, and develop tourism, which in turn enhances the quality of life for the local population. For many years of Kyrgyzstan's independence, construction work in the road infrastructure sector left much to be desired. Each year, the length of new and repaired roads did not exceed 200-300 kilometers.
Recently, a new machine and tractor station (MTS) was put into operation in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region. This event was made possible by the initiative of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic.
At the recent international forum Dala Camp 2026, held in Borovoe on February 14-15, Zhanibek Kenzhebaev, manager of the livestock farm "Bereke" in the Turgai region of Kostanay province, shared his observations on common mistakes made by novice farmers. The event was attended by over 250 people from various regions of Kazakhstan and other countries.
The dynamics of changes in the financial habits of Kyrgyz citizens over the past four years is evident: while in 2020 the share of savings in the disposable income of citizens was 24.3%, by 2024 it sharply decreased to 10.8%. This indicates that the residents of the country prefer to meet their current needs, foregoing the creation of a financial "safety cushion."
In Kyrgyzstan, there is now an opportunity for citizens, as well as foreigners and stateless persons, to officially "purchase" work experience that was not accumulated in the past. This new initiative aims to increase future pension payments and support those who had gaps in their official employment. This information was provided by the state institution "Salyk Service".
This year, the Bishkek city administration surprised residents by announcing that hot water would be turned off immediately after the heating season ends. This is no joke. With the arrival of spring, particularly in April, Bishkek residents will be left without hot water. Kaktus.media conducted an analysis of how the hot water shutdown dates have changed in the past and how things stand with neighboring cities.
The modern world faces a serious challenge: how to ensure reliable energy supply for growing economies while simultaneously protecting the planet from climate change? On March 23, 2026, a screening of Oliver Stone's documentary "Nuclear" took place at the I. Razakov Kyrgyz State Technical University, organized by a representative of the state corporation "Rosatom" in Kyrgyzstan, which initiated an important discussion about the future of energy. The public is often
These earnings were obtained over the last five years According to data published on the open portal of the State Tax Service, "Moka Group" earned a net profit of 526 million 828 thousand 869 soms over the last five years. These figures reflect the company's income after deducting all necessary expenses, taxes, and mandatory payments. It is worth noting that Tai-Murasa Tashiev and his businesses were mentioned in the context of an investigation related to the activities of OJSC
Hundreds of workers and units of machinery have been involved in the large-scale construction In the area of the Northern Bypass road, located near Bishkek, reconstruction work is actively underway, as reported by the Ministry of Transport of the Kyrgyz Republic. The aim of this work is to increase the road's capacity and improve traffic flow. As part of the project, the roadway will be expanded to six lanes, each of which will be 3.75 meters wide. A large number of resources are involved
In the At-Bashinsky district of the Naryn region, in the village of Emgekchil, the creation of a new logistics center is planned, which will be intended for the storage and processing of agricultural products from the region. This became known from a statement by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. On March 25 of this year, Minister Erlis Akunbekov conducted a working trip and familiarized himself with the condition of an abandoned
An important event took place in Bishkek — grant agreements were signed regarding the large-scale restoration of forests as part of a regional project called "ADAPT." The ceremony was attended by Muratbek Duyyshev, Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, as well as Tynchtykbek Sadyrov, Deputy Director of the Forest Service under the Ministry of Emergency Situations. The main goal of this project is the sustainable management of natural resources and
A preferential lending program "Export Contract Financing" is being launched to support exporters. At a meeting of the Export Development Council, chaired by the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Daniyar Amangeldiev, issues related to enhancing the country's export potential and supporting local businesses were discussed, as reported by the press service of the cabinet. "Among the proposed initiatives, a pilot project stands out, which involves partial
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan sets the following foreign exchange rates as of March 25: The dollar has slightly decreased in value, while the euro and ruble continue to strengthen.
There is a significant increase in demand for electricity worldwide, which is far outpacing the introduction of new generation capacities. Although countries are making efforts to develop renewable energy sources, it is clearly not enough. Central Asia is facing even greater challenges: electricity consumption is rising while existing capacities are outdated. The situation is also influenced by climate change, low tariffs, and the lack of real integration of energy systems. What are the
The Center for Standardization and Metrology (CSM) under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced new measures regarding certification experts. These changes were initiated in accordance with the government decree dated February 28, 2023, No. 107. The Ministry of Economy emphasized that in case of non-compliance with the established rules and procedures related to product conformity assessment, sanctions may be applied, including suspension or revocation of the
As of June 1, the marking of construction products with special markers may begin A draft resolution concerning the implementation of control over construction materials is being discussed in the Kyrgyz Republic. The initiator of this discussion is the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, which proposes mandatory marking of cement using molecular markers added to the product composition. This document has been developed by the State Tax Service. The main goal of this initiative is to legalize the
The Ministry of Economy has presented a draft regulation on cement labeling with a molecular marker in the Kyrgyz Republic for public discussion. What is planned?It is proposed to approve the rules for cement labeling using a molecular marker, which will come into effect on June 1, 2026. This labeling will be mandatory for cement produced in Kyrgyzstan or imported into the country. At the same time, cement produced for export will not be subject to labeling.
The comprehensive monitoring conducted by specialists from the Veterinary and Phytosanitary Control Service has concluded, covering veterinary pharmacies and stores throughout Kyrgyzstan, including major markets in the capital, Bishkek. The main goal of these raids was to ensure compliance with the norms for the storage and sale of veterinary medications. The inspection results showed that pharmacy owners strictly adhere to established regulations and standards. The inspection confirmed that