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Discussion of the list of goods for which it is proposed to apply preferential customs duty rates
Economy

Discussion of the list of goods for which it is proposed to apply preferential customs duty rates

In order to discuss the List of goods for which the Kyrgyz Republic intends to apply import customs duty rates different from those established by the Customs Union during the transitional period, the Ministry of Energy and Industry held a Round Table on October 14 of this year. Specialists from the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic, heads of industrial enterprises, representatives of public organizations, and business associations participated in this event. In particular, the

14.10.2014, 18:25
In the first 9 months of 2014, the funding plan for the equalization grant for the Naryn region amounts to 45.9 million soms.
Economy

In the first 9 months of 2014, the funding plan for the equalization grant for the Naryn region amounts to 45.9 million soms.

In accordance with Article 37 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Basic Principles of Budgetary Law in the Kyrgyz Republic," the maintenance of municipal enterprises, educational institutions, healthcare, culture, social insurance and social security, physical culture, television, radio broadcasting, publishing, housing and communal services, agriculture, water management, and forestry is funded from the local budget.

06.10.2014, 21:26
The Business Council "Kyrgyzstan-Korea" Meeting Took Place at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic
Economy

The Business Council "Kyrgyzstan-Korea" Meeting Took Place at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic

A meeting of the Business Council 'Kyrgyzstan-Korea' was held at the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, with the participation of the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Kyrgyzstan, Mr. Kim Chang-kyu, the leadership of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, and members of the Business Council 'Kyrgyzstan-Korea'.

29.09.2014, 20:38
Tajik Companies Noted the Productivity of Their Participation in "AgroProdExpo 2014" in Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Tajik Companies Noted the Productivity of Their Participation in "AgroProdExpo 2014" in Kyrgyzstan

Tajik companies, which arrived in Kyrgyzstan for the first time to participate in the 10th international exhibition-fair of food products and agricultural products "AgroProdExpo 2014," noted its productivity. This was stated by the representative of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Tajikistan, Mukammol Radzhavi, during a meeting with the leadership of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic.

29.09.2014, 20:37
The International Business Council has developed a vision for the development of Kyrgyzstan's economy.
Economy

The International Business Council has developed a vision for the development of Kyrgyzstan's economy.

The International Business Council has developed a vision for the development of the Kyrgyz economy and discussed it at an open meeting. The event was attended by Parliament Members Ulukbek Kochkorov, Rosa Aknazarova, Alla Izmalkova, and Mirlan Bakirov, Economy Minister Temir Sariev, representatives of the President’s Office, Government, USAID REFORMA Project, international organizations, business associations, and NGOs. The participants discussed the conditions (political, economic, legal,

29.09.2014, 19:39
The Prime Minister inspected the progress of the development of the Burgondinsky massif.
Economy

The Prime Minister inspected the progress of the development of the Burgondinsky massif.

Today, September 27, the Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Joomart Otorbaev, inspected the progress of the development of the Burgondin massif in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region. The Minister of Agriculture and Melioration of the Kyrgyz Republic, Talaybek Aidaraliev, informed the Prime Minister that last year over 80 million soms were allocated for the development, this year it is planned to allocate over 120 million soms, and in 2015 — over 125 million soms, with the goal of

27.09.2014, 12:12
Kyrgyzstan is ready to supply the Sverdlovsk region with environmentally friendly agricultural products.
Economy

Kyrgyzstan is ready to supply the Sverdlovsk region with environmentally friendly agricultural products.

Kyrgyzstan is showing serious interest in the Sverdlovsk region in developing cooperation. This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Erlan Abdyldaev, during a meeting with Governor Yevgeny Kuyvashev, as reported on September 8 by a correspondent of IA REGNUM in the Department of Information Policy of the regional head. “Understanding that your region is a flagship of Russian industry, and Kyrgyzstan is beginning to implement the program of the second industrial

12.09.2014, 15:30
Independence of Kyrgyzstan: Economic Aspect
Economy

Independence of Kyrgyzstan: Economic Aspect

While celebrating the day of independence of Kyrgyzstan, we often do not think about the fact that sovereignty is a legal status that becomes formal if it is not supported by economic indicators. In our global world, where countries actively trade with each other, invest money in each other's economies, exchange tourists, students, and labor migrants, it is becoming increasingly difficult to remain an independent state.

04.09.2014, 14:30
Kyrgyzstan will join the Customs Union and the Eurasian Economic Community in 2014.
Economy

Kyrgyzstan will join the Customs Union and the Eurasian Economic Community in 2014.

Kyrgyzstan will join the Customs Union and the Eurasian Economic Union in 2014 On Monday, a meeting took place in Sochi between the President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin and the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Almazbek Atambayev. Following the negotiations, the President of Kyrgyzstan announced the country's accession to the Customs Union and the Eurasian Economic Union by the end of the current year. “We have serious investment plans, especially in energy, and plans for

26.08.2014, 16:04
Kyrgyzstan Aims to Increase Agricultural Product Exports to Russia
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Aims to Increase Agricultural Product Exports to Russia

Kyrgyz authorities are convinced that the republic can benefit from the ban imposed by Russia on agricultural imports from the European Union and several other countries. Following Moscow's decision to prohibit the import of agricultural products from the EU and a number of Western countries, plans for a significant increase in supplies to Russia began to take shape in Bishkek. The Ministry of Economy of Kyrgyzstan reported that during negotiations with the Russian side, they managed to

25.08.2014, 13:39
The Ministry of Agriculture proposed to South Korea to import beans from Kyrgyzstan.
Economy

The Ministry of Agriculture proposed to South Korea to import beans from Kyrgyzstan.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Melioration proposed to South Korea to import beans from Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the press service of the ministry on July 30, 2014. Minister Talaybek Aidaraliev met with the director of the South Korean FIT Association, Kim Sok Dong, and businessmen. During the meeting, issues related to the export of agricultural products from Kyrgyzstan to South Korea were discussed, in particular, the businessmen showed interest in Kyrgyz beans. They reported that a

30.07.2014, 13:29
Maksat Chakiev: Representatives of the tourism business attracted 35 million soms to Kyrgyzstan
Economy

Maksat Chakiev: Representatives of the tourism business attracted 35 million soms to Kyrgyzstan

The head of the tourism department reported on the results of domestic entrepreneurs' participation in international fairs in the tourism sector. Domestic representatives of the tourism business participated in 4 international tourism fairs. This was reported by the head of the Tourism Department, Maksat Chakiev. The exhibitions took place in Moscow, Yekaterinburg, Novosibirsk, and Almaty. According to the head of the department, domestic entrepreneurs in the tourism sector signed more

25.05.2014, 16:14
The IMF suggests that Kyrgyzstan improve its investment climate.
Economy

The IMF suggests that Kyrgyzstan improve its investment climate.

At a press conference in Bishkek on May 16, the head of the International Monetary Fund mission, Christian Beddies, stated that both the government and the IMF are aware of the existence of the shadow economy in the Kyrgyz Republic. “We believe that improving the business environment and creating equal economic conditions for all market participants will lead to a reduction in the level of the shadow economy and the withdrawal of activities from the shadows.” He expressed the opinion that this

18.05.2014, 07:54
Members of the National Council of Kyrgyzstan urge the authorities to postpone the signing of the roadmap for joining the Customs Union.
Economy

Members of the National Council of Kyrgyzstan urge the authorities to postpone the signing of the roadmap for joining the Customs Union.

"We, members of public supervisory councils and civil activists of Kyrgyzstan, call for a transparent and comprehensive analysis of the consequences of joining the Customs Union for all sectors of the country, including social sectors: education, healthcare, and social protection," the statement released today says. Members of the Public Supervisory Council are concerned that the government, represented by the Minister of Economy of Kyrgyzstan, Temir Sariev, has not ensured a

17.05.2014, 11:33
Kyrgyzstan Achieved Benefits Upon Joining the Customs Union
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Achieved Benefits Upon Joining the Customs Union

The government of Kyrgyzstan has approved the "road map" project for joining the Customs Union (CU). During the negotiations, an agreement was reached on certain preferences for the republic, said the Minister of Economy of the republic, Temir Sariev, on Monday.

14.05.2014, 20:56
Aiming for Prosperous Switzerland
Economy

Aiming for Prosperous Switzerland

Kyrgyzstan still remains a country that is entirely dependent on foreign influences. Despite the ongoing difficulties faced by foreigners working in the territory of the Kyrgyz Republic, they continue to believe in the promises of the official authorities regarding support and invest fabulous sums into our country. This week, the First Deputy Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Joomart Otorbaev, met with the Ambassador of Switzerland to the Kyrgyz Republic, Rene Holenstein. The parties

14.03.2014, 21:44
Kazakhstan: Trading in Light, Vegetables, and Clothing
Economy

Kazakhstan: Trading in Light, Vegetables, and Clothing

In terms of trade volume with Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan ranks third. Kyrgyzstan trades with a total of 141 countries worldwide. Of this, 12 percent of Kyrgyzstan's total trade is with its closest neighbor. Over the past three years, this figure has tripled. Today, a conference dedicated to trade cooperation between the states took place in Bishkek.

12.03.2014, 18:35