Economy

Surveys Completed. Work on Tunnels Has Begun on the Barskoon - Bedel Road

The active construction of a road connecting the village of Barskoon with the Bedel border crossing is underway in Kyrgyzstan. Survey work has been completed, and the design is nearing its conclusion. According to the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the approvals with state authorities are currently in the final stage. The contractor has already organized the delivery of the necessary equipment, built a concrete plant, and assembled a working team.

25.03.2026, 13:28

Economy

Kyrgyzstan Attracts Investments in Renewable Energy

The National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan, led by Ravshanbek Sabirov, held a meeting with representatives of CECEP Solar Energy Co., Ltd. During the discussions, the focus was on the development of solar energy in the country, according to information provided by the agency's press service.

25.03.2026, 13:27

Economy

Kyrgyzstan and CSCEC Consider Joint Projects

Recently, Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency under the President of Kyrgyzstan, held a meeting with representatives of the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC). The main topic of discussion was the prospects for joint implementation of various infrastructure and investment projects in the country.

24.03.2026, 12:57

Economy

In April, the Arashan - Chunkurchak road will be asphalted - Ministry of Transport

Photo by the Ministry of Transport. Asphalt paving of the Arashan - Chunkurchak road will begin in April The Ministry of Transport and Communications has announced that asphalt paving of the Arashan - Chunkurchak road will take place in April of this year. According to the press service of the ministry, the work on widening the road and preparing the foundation has already been completed on the section from 0 to 22 kilometers. The project is being financed through state capital investments.

24.03.2026, 12:15

Economy / Exclusive

The license for "Green Telecom Service" has been extended until September 2026.

The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the extension of the license of LLC "Green Telecom Service," which allows the issuance of cards for the electronic wallet "O! Money." The new license term will expire on September 20, 2026. The decision to extend was made on March 18, 2026, by the committee on payment systems and digital financial technologies of the NBKR.

24.03.2026, 11:51

Economy

Italian business enters the Central Asian market through direct negotiations in Tashkent

Hundreds of companies and over 400 B2B meetings facilitate the creation of new agri-partnerships between Italy and Central Asia During the second day of the Italy–Central Asia Business Forum in Tashkent, the focus was on establishing direct business contacts. Italian firms held numerous B2B meetings with representatives from Central Asia and Azerbaijan, opening new horizons for investment and cooperation in technology. The forum gathered over 300 participants, including more than 70 Italian

24.03.2026, 11:42

Economy / Exclusive

The assets of the banking sector of Kyrgyzstan exceeded 1.3 trillion soms

As of January 31, 2026, there are 23 commercial banks and 306 of their branches in the country, according to information from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. Since the beginning of the year, the total assets of the banking sector have increased by 10.7%, amounting to 1,340.7 billion soms. The loan portfolio also demonstrated an increase of 1%, reaching 512 billion soms. An important aspect is the growth in financing volumes based on Islamic principles, which amounted to 19.3 billion soms,

24.03.2026, 11:41

Economy

The Euro has Started to Rise Again. Currency Exchange Rates in Commercial Banks on March 24

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan presented the exchange rates for March 24: All currencies showed an increase, particularly the euro, which rose by almost 70 tyiyns. The ruble also appreciated, but less noticeably — by only a few hundredths of a tyiyn.

24.03.2026, 11:39

Economy / Exclusive

The construction of the Orto-Tokoy Hydroelectric Power Station is nearing completion

The Ministry of Energy is actively developing "green" energy, continuing the construction of hydropower facilities, according to information received from the department. Currently, the Ortokoy Hydroelectric Power Station project is in its final stages. Work is underway to create the necessary infrastructure for integrating the station into the national energy system.

24.03.2026, 11:38

Economy / Exclusive

The Economy of Kyrgyzstan Maintains Steady Growth Rates – EDB

At the beginning of 2023, Kyrgyzstan recorded a gross domestic product growth of 8.8% for the first two months. This data was presented in the weekly macroeconomic review of the Eurasian Development Bank. According to the EDB, the main factor contributing to this growth was a significant increase in industrial production, which rose by 14.7%. This is linked to a 11.1% increase in the output of key metals and a 1.8-fold increase in the extraction of metal ores. Domestic demand remains an

24.03.2026, 11:35

Economy

Ecology and Economy: How "Altyn Alliance" Develops Regions and Maintains High Safety Standards

By the end of 2025, the company paid over 15.6 billion soms to the country's budget. The company "Alliance Altyn" faced numerous challenges in 2025, yet managed not only to overcome them but also to strengthen its reputation as one of the leading taxpayers and responsible subsoil users in Kyrgyzstan. Despite external and internal difficulties, the enterprise achieved its goals and demonstrated solid results. December 13 marked an important milestone for the company when it

24.03.2026, 11:21

Economy

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on March 24

Information about currency exchange rates has been gathered from the websites of various commercial banks. For clarification of the data, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. This information is current as of the time of publication. The exchange rates pertain to cash transactions and may change throughout the day.

24.03.2026, 10:52

Economy

China Opens Market for Frozen Fruits from Kyrgyzstan

An important step for Kyrgyz producers: they can now export frozen fruits to the Chinese market. The press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic reports that the General Administration of Customs of China has officially confirmed the registration of local producers.

24.03.2026, 10:44

Economy

The State Customs Service intercepted the illegal import of dietary supplements worth over 12 million soms.

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic successfully intercepted an attempt to illegally import dietary supplements (DS) into the country.

24.03.2026, 10:43

Economy

China raises prices for gasoline and diesel fuel in the domestic market

The National Development and Reform Commission of China has announced an increase in gasoline and diesel fuel prices in China. This decision was made in the context of changes in the global oil market. Illustrative photo

24.03.2026, 10:22

Economy

Assets of the banking sector of the Kyrgyz Republic exceeded 1.3 trillion soms - National Bank

As of early 2026, the assets of the banking sector of Kyrgyzstan increased by 10.7% compared to the beginning of the year, amounting to 1 trillion 340.7 billion soms, according to data provided by the National Bank. As of January 31, 2026, there were 23 commercial banks and 306 of their branches in the country, confirming the stable development of the financial sector.

24.03.2026, 10:17

Economy / Exclusive

At the "Ak-Zhol" Checkpoint, the import of dietary supplements worth 12 million soms was intercepted

The employees of the State Tax Service (GNS) prevented the illegal import of dietary supplements (BADS) into the country.

24.03.2026, 10:04

Economy

Alice Weidel: One company goes bankrupt in Germany every 20 minutes

The economic situation in Germany has reached a critical point, threatening the existence of small and medium-sized businesses, as stated by Alice Weidel, co-chair of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, in her speech in the Bundestag, TASS reports.

24.03.2026, 10:02

Economy / Exclusive

Employees of the SVH in Kant have been provided with body cameras for phytocontrol.

The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, through the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine, has announced a new step in the field of phytosanitary control: employees will now use body cameras. According to information from the Ministry of Agriculture, this initiative aims to increase the transparency of operations, reduce corruption risks, and ensure effective control over phytosanitary procedures. Body cameras have already been

24.03.2026, 09:57

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, a state company "Kyrgyz Satellite" will be established

The government of the country has approved the decision to establish a joint-stock company called "Kyrgyz Satellite." This organization will be responsible for the implementation of space technologies and the use of aerospace data. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has become the founder and sole shareholder of the new joint-stock company.

24.03.2026, 08:55

Economy

Exchange Rates at the Moscow City Council on March 24: Dollar Decreased in Value, Ruble Started to Appreciate

In the morning of March 24, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Mossovet exchange points are as follows:

24.03.2026, 08:54

Economy

The Ruble and Euro Have Stopped Falling and Started to Rise. Currency Rates for March 24

Photo from the internet. After the holidays, the som weakened slightly against major world currencies Amid the holidays, most currencies strengthened against the som, with the exception of the Chinese yuan, which continues to lose ground. Following a significant decline last week, the ruble and euro noted positive changes, according to data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek. US Dollar:

24.03.2026, 08:46

Economy

Prices Below Market: How Consumers Are Supported in the Batken Region

Recently, a large-scale food fair was held in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, organized with the assistance of the relevant ministry. Local farmers, gardeners, and processors presented a variety of products to residents: meat, dairy products, vegetables, fruits, and grains. The organizers emphasized the accessibility of goods by setting prices that are significantly lower than market rates. For example, a kilogram of beef could be purchased for just 640 soms, lamb was sold for 650

24.03.2026, 08:25

Economy

"We consider Central Asia as a long-term partner"

Italy is intensifying cooperation in agronomy and technology During the international business forum dedicated to agro-innovations, held in Tashkent under the title "Innovations, Regenerative Agriculture, and Digitalization for Sustainable Agroecosystems," Italy's Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forestry Francesco Lollobrigida announced plans to strengthen ties with Central Asia in the fields of agriculture, technology, and sustainable development. He emphasized

23.03.2026, 19:55

Economy

Nearly 70 thousand taxpayers have already submitted their declarations

As of March 23 of this year, 69,851 taxpayers have submitted the unified tax declaration in the Kyrgyz Republic, as reported by the State Tax Service. Among the declarants, 26,219 are legal entities, while 43,632 are state and municipal employees, as well as individual citizens.

23.03.2026, 19:07

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, locations for the installation of navigation seals for transportation within the EAEU have been determined

Changes to Resolution No. 191 dated April 23, 2024, regarding the use of electronic navigation seals for tracking shipments in the EAEU, have been made by the government of Kyrgyzstan. The document was signed by Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev. Now, customs and tax services will report directly to the cabinet of ministers, rather than the Ministry of Finance as was previously the case. Specific locations for customs control have also been approved, where navigation seals will be installed and

23.03.2026, 17:05

Economy

Attack on Iran. Global liquefied gas exports have fallen to a minimum amid the war.

Recent information from Bloomberg indicates that global exports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) have fallen to their lowest level in six months. This decline is linked to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. Illustrative photo

23.03.2026, 16:42

Economy

In Osh, there is an increase in housing prices

In February 2023, the average price per square meter of individual houses in Osh reached 128,722 soms, which is equivalent to approximately $1,466. This data was provided by the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography (GASRKG). Compared to January, when the cost per square meter was 102,142 soms, February saw an increase of 26,580 soms.

23.03.2026, 16:37

Economy / Exclusive

The sowing campaign in Kyrgyzstan has started earlier than scheduled and with full resource availability

According to the ministry's information, approximately 66 thousand hectares of land have already been sown with grain crops and vegetables. For comparison, during the same period last year, this figure was about 25 thousand hectares. The structure of the sowings is dominated by: wheat – about 41 thousand hectares, barley – 45 thousand hectares, and potatoes – about 5 thousand hectares.

23.03.2026, 15:35

Economy

Kyrgyzstan Strengthens Veterinary and Sanitary Control. Who and What Will Be Affected by the Tightening Measures

In order to prevent the spread and introduction of infectious diseases among animals in Kyrgyzstan, new veterinary and sanitary control measures are being implemented. This information was provided by the Department for the Control of Epizootics of the Veterinary Service under the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Regional Development of the KR. These initiatives are being carried out in accordance with the requirements of Section 2 "Risk Analysis" and Subsection 2.1

23.03.2026, 15:08

Economy

The Ministry of Economy announced a decrease in meat prices in Kyrgyzstan

According to the Ministry of Economy, in February of this year, prices for meat products in the country decreased by 5.1%, which affected inflation by 0.7%. Despite the increase in global meat prices, the situation in Kyrgyzstan is stabilizing.

23.03.2026, 15:06

Economy

"Rosatom is ready to build small and medium power nuclear plants in Kyrgyzstan"

The State Corporation "Rosatom" has confirmed its intentions to construct nuclear power plants (NPPs) in Kyrgyzstan with the possibility of using both small and medium capacities. Currently, negotiations are underway with the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan on this matter. This was reported by Alexey Likhachev, the head of the corporation, in an interview with RT. According to Likhachev, the discussion process is moving slowly, as the implementation of a large-scale nuclear project

23.03.2026, 14:51

Economy

The GDP of Kyrgyzstan will grow by 9.3 percent in 2026, predicts the EDB.

At the beginning of 2023, the economy of Kyrgyzstan is demonstrating positive trends. According to data for January-February, GDP growth reached 8.8% year-on-year. Analysts from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) have updated their forecasts, expecting this figure to reach 9.3% by the end of 2026. Among the factors contributing to this economic growth, the acceleration of industrial production stands out. In February, growth in this sector was 14.7%, while in January it was at 12.5%. The main

23.03.2026, 14:50

Economy

China has approved the export of frozen fruits from Kyrgyzstan. How to supply the products?

According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, the General Administration of Customs of China has agreed to register enterprises engaged in the production of frozen fruits for their subsequent export to the country. As explained by the department, to supply frozen products to the Chinese market, it is necessary to register in the GACC (CIFER) system. It is important to note that a separate quarantine permit, as is required for fresh fruits,

23.03.2026, 14:44

Economy

The Fall of the Russian Ruble. How Much Do Migrants Lose on Transfers to Kyrgyzstan

Since the beginning of 2026, the Russian ruble has significantly weakened against the som. In January, the exchange rate was fixed at 1.1438 soms, but by the end of last week, it had dropped to 1.0332 soms, which is a decrease of 9.67 percent. This change negatively affects both migrants and those who receive money transfers from them in Kyrgyzstan.

23.03.2026, 14:30

Economy

In the Toguz-Toro District, products were sold below market prices

In honor of the Nowruz holiday, a large-scale food fair was held in the Toguz-Torou District of the Jalal-Abad region. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan, the main goal of this event was to offer local residents quality products at affordable prices. Local farmers and entrepreneurs presented their goods directly to consumers. A variety of products were on sale: meat, dairy products, vegetables, fruits, honey, and flour. The highlight of

23.03.2026, 14:18

Economy

Kyrgyzstan Significantly Increased Electric Vehicle Imports from China

According to the data from the General Administration of Customs of China, 2,101 electric vehicles were imported from China to the Kyrgyz Republic in the first two months of 2025. This number is three times higher than the import volume for the same period last year, when only 744 electric vehicles were delivered.

23.03.2026, 14:07

Economy

State Enterprise "Dan" is experiencing a "second birth"

In Bishkek, a serious modernization of the state enterprise "Dan" is underway. Specialists from the Department of Processing and Organic Agriculture have assessed the current work within the framework of the "30+20+10" program.

23.03.2026, 13:55

Economy

State Enterprise "Dan" has resumed operations after modernization

The new enterprise is implementing technologies from Turkey The state enterprise "Dan" has resumed its operations thanks to the modernization carried out with the support of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources and Agriculture. Since December 2025, the production facilities of the enterprise have started manufacturing pasta products. Plans for the second quarter of 2026 include the completion of the reconstruction of

23.03.2026, 13:12

Economy

The price of gold futures fell below $4,200 per troy ounce

For the first time since December 9, 2025, the price of gold futures has fallen below $4,200 per troy ounce. This data is provided by the trading platform Comex. As of 12:28 Bishkek time, the price of gold dropped by 7.22% to $4,244.4 per troy ounce. By 12:34, the decline continued, and the futures reached $4,231.4 per ounce, which corresponds to a decrease of 7.51%.

23.03.2026, 13:00

Economy

Second Auction of OJSC "Ala-Too Resort". Total Starting Price - 765.7 Million Soms

At a press conference, Bakytbek Narbekov, the financial director and board member of JSC "Ala-Too Resort," announced that the starting price for the second auction, which will take place from April 8 to 10, will be 765.7 million soms. As part of the auction, 36 lots will be offered, including:

23.03.2026, 12:26

Economy

Ministry of Economy: Meat in Kyrgyzstan has decreased in price by 5.1%

In February, the local market of the Kyrgyz Republic did not follow the global trend of rising prices In February 2026, there is a 5.1% decrease in meat prices in Kyrgyzstan. This information was reported by representatives of the Ministry of Economy. At the same time, international markets continue to see an increase in meat product prices. According to FAO data, the average cost of meat has risen by 0.85%, which is linked to high demand in the USA and China. The Ministry attributes the

23.03.2026, 12:07

Economy / Exclusive

In Talas, 600 liters of milk are produced daily at 2 breeding farms

Representatives of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry visited breeding farms located in the Aitmatov and Talas districts of the Talas region. During the visit, the delegation familiarized themselves with the operations of the breeding farm "Kushayin," which is located in the Talas district. This farm houses 24 dairy cows of the Simmental breed, as well as a breeding bull and young stock. The farm demonstrates stable results, with a daily milk yield

23.03.2026, 11:59

Economy

"Ala-Tuu Resort". The first stage of the ski cluster will be completed in December 2026.

At a press conference, the chairman of the board of OJSC "Ala-Tuu Resort," Zharkynbek Maksutov, announced that the first phase of construction of the largest ski cluster in Jyrgalan is planned to be completed by December 2026. According to Maksutov, the cable cars are being built by the Austrian company Doppelmayr. "In 2025, we signed a contract for the construction of two cable cars with a total length of 4 kilometers. They will complete work on two of them by May of this year.

23.03.2026, 11:37

Economy / Exclusive

GP "Dan" launches production and increases capacity after modernization

The state enterprise "Dan" is resuming active operations. This information was announced by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. According to the ministry's data, in December 2025, the first project began at the enterprise's sites — the production of pasta. Additionally, the completion of the mill reconstruction, which will be able to process 150 tons of wheat per day using modern Turkish technologies, is scheduled for the second quarter of

23.03.2026, 11:33

Economy / Exclusive

Four million fry released into Lake Son-Kul

The average weight of each fry released was 0.30 grams. The stocking was carried out in accordance with the forecast plan for 2025–2026, which was approved for the artificial reproduction of biological resources in state water bodies and was under the control of the Department of Fisheries.

23.03.2026, 11:30

Economy

The Kyrgyz Republic Tightens Regulations on the Circulation of Sweet Non-Alcoholic Beverages

The State Tax Service (STS) of the Kyrgyz Republic announced that starting from January 2026, all non-alcoholic beverages classified under the HS code 2202 will be subject to mandatory excise tax and labeling with excise stamps, regardless of the presence of a registration certificate as children's food.

23.03.2026, 11:27

Economy

By 2030, the EAEU countries will form a common commodity exchange market.

The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) plans to create a common market for commodity exchanges by 2030. This information was announced by representatives of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC). According to EEC data, the EAEU member states have already begun the phased implementation of the corresponding plan.

23.03.2026, 11:27