Measures are being developed in Kyrgyzstan for the sustainable development of fish production and aquaculture, as well as for attracting investments, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the country.
Saussage prices ranged from 100 to 400 soms In order to support agriculture and ensure food security in the republic, fairs are being held, initiated by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. Each district has its own schedule for holding fairs, as reported by the ministry.
Photo by UNEP. A vessel transports cargo on the Amazon River Soon, cargo transportation worldwide may become more profitable, faster, and flexible thanks to a new agreement developed under the auspices of the UN. This agreement aims to improve documentation in the field of international transport. According to the UN News Service, the UN Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents introduces a unified standard for the first time, applicable to rail, road, and air transport, which allows changes
The presentation of a financial literacy resource aimed at labor migrants and their families took place in Bishkek. This was reported by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. According to information from the National Bank, the authors of the manual aimed to address the pressing question: "Why do the funds earned abroad often fail to benefit the families of migrants in the future?"
According to the data from the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography (GASRKG), in November, the cost per square meter of housing in Osh fell by 4.2% compared to October, and by 5.4% compared to September, according to the data. In the current month, the price per square meter was 75,430 soms, while in October it reached 78,739 soms, and in September it was 83,313 soms.
The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with OJSC "Uchkun," responsible for fuel marking, reports that by December 1, 2025, 2 million 142.2 thousand tons of gasoline and diesel fuel have been marked. During the 11 months of 2025, tax revenues from excise duties on fuel amounted to 3 billion 736.7 million soms.
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has published a forecast regarding the economic development of Central Asia, Russia, and Belarus for the next three years. The overall picture looks quite optimistic, with upwardly revised forecasts for many countries. However, the level of inflation in most Central Asian countries remains high. The main factors contributing to this are the rise in tariffs and the increase in food prices on global markets. Kyrgyzstan will not be an exception; prices are
The question of building the first nuclear power plant in Kyrgyzstan will be resolved only after a nationwide discussion, as stated in an interview with the country's main television channel by the head of government, Adylbek Kasymaliev. He noted that Russian technologies in the field of nuclear energy are among the most advanced in the world, if not the best, as Russia has reached a stage of a waste-free cycle, where uranium is processed and reused.
In the Ministry of Agriculture and Food of the Stavropol Territory, agreements were signed with four organizations that won the competition for grants to grow seedlings. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. The selection was conducted by a commission that included representatives from government structures, industry associations, and civil society organizations. The approved list of winners was agreed upon by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), which
During recent negotiations, EU countries were unable to reach a consensus on the use of frozen Russian assets. European Council President António Costa stated that instead, it was decided to allocate 90 billion euros to Ukraine, using funds from the EU budget. Costa clarified that the loan will be provided to Ukraine under the guarantees of the European Union budget.
According to the National Bank, since the beginning of 2025, the assets of the banking sector have increased by 38% compared to December 2024, reaching 1 trillion 125.2 billion soms. As of October 30, the banks of Kyrgyzstan reported a net profit of 26 billion 398.9 million soms, which is approximately $301.7 million.
According to data provided by the National Statistical Committee, from January to October of this year, the volume of gasoline imports into Kyrgyzstan amounted to 607 million 714.7 thousand liters with a total value of $282.6 million. In particular, in August, the republic imported 38 million 465.1 thousand liters, while in September this figure significantly dropped to 8 million 465.1 thousand liters. However, in October, imports rose again to 38 million 552 thousand liters.
Over the past month, the Guarantee Fund issued 29 guarantees under the "Unaa" program, allowing residents of Kyrgyzstan to obtain auto loans for purchasing locally produced vehicles without the need for a down payment. This information was provided by the fund's press service. According to the fund's data, auto loans were issued for Chevrolet vehicles manufactured by Tulpar Motors. Since the launch of the "Unaa" program, 87 citizens have become owners of
According to data from the National Statistical Committee, in the first ten months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 112,465 passenger cars, amounting to $893.2 million. The main exporting countries were South Korea (46,769 cars), China (40,190), the USA (8,341), Russia (3,450), and Georgia (2,607).
In November, the import of new passenger cars into Russia amounted to 55.9 thousand units, which is the highest figure in the last 13 months, according to data from the analytical agency "Autostat". The share of Kyrgyzstan in the structure of car imports to Russia increased to 21.6%.
The statement was made by the Minister of Economy and Commerce Bakyt Sydykov According to the press service of the Ministry of Economy, a meeting took place in Kabul between Bakyt Sydykov, the Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, and Abdul Salam Hanafi, the Deputy Prime Minister of Afghanistan responsible for administrative and social issues.
In Tokyo, a meeting took place between Ravshanbek Sabirov, the head of the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, and Kubo Takaaki, the head of the Japanese branch of InvesCore Financial Group (ICFG). This event was held as part of the business forum "Central Asia + Japan," as reported by the agency's press service. During the discussion, investment opportunities in key projects of Kyrgyzstan were considered, such as infrastructure development,
The country is protected from economic shocks with a reserve of 8.3 billion dollars In an interview with Bloomberg, the Chairman of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, Melis Turgunbaev, announced the sale of Eurobonds worth 700 million dollars as part of the first integration into the market in 2025.
According to the Ministry of Finance, in the first ten months of the current year, Kyrgyzstan spent 64 billion 316.7 million soms, which is equivalent to approximately $735 million, on servicing the national debt. Of this amount, 39 billion 883.5 million soms ($455.8 million) was allocated for servicing external debt, while 24 billion 433.2 million soms ($279.2 million) went towards domestic obligations.
As part of the pilot project initiated by the Veterinary Service, as well as the Department of Animal Husbandry, Pastures, and Feed of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, the implementation of the Pasture Management Concept is planned. This project will begin in the Naryn region, as announced by the Deputy Director of the Service, Ishenbek Alambetov, at a seminar dedicated to the topic of "Improving the Condition of Pastures and
The Main Directorate for Combating Smuggling of the State Customs Service demonstrated significant progress in its activities in 2025, as reported by the press service of the SCS. According to their data, from January to December 2025, there were 9,604 cases of customs violations registered. Of this number, 9,100 cases pertain to administrative offenses, while 504 cases became the subject of criminal investigations, the materials of which were transferred to the investigative department of the
Adylbek Kasymaliev, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, shared information about the steps being taken to address the issues with the export of Kyrgyz goods to Russia. In his interview for state media, he emphasized that this situation arose recently.
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented the exchange rates for December 19: The dollar remains at 87.45 soms, while the euro has slightly increased in price, and the ruble, on the contrary, has become cheaper.
In the capital of Afghanistan, Kabul, a Kyrgyz-Afghan business forum took place, where 11 memorandums of understanding were signed for a total amount of 157 million US dollars. The event was organized by the "Kyrgyz Export" Center under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic in cooperation with the Afghanistan Chamber of Commerce and Investment. More than 100 participants from government institutions and business communities of both countries took part in the
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As Adylbek Kasymaliev stated in an interview with state media, the salary increase will occur in two stages in 2026. In 2025, 130 billion soms are allocated for salaries in the state budget, of which 18 billion will be directed towards their increase.
In an interview with state media, Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev commented on the likelihood of overheating the economy against the backdrop of a noticeable increase in the state budget. He reminded that last year the government set a goal to achieve a consolidated budget of 1 trillion soms by 2027.
This figure does not take inflation into account According to information announced by the First Deputy Head of the National Statistics Committee of the Kyrgyz Republic, Nazira Kerimalieva, the average nominal salary level in the country for the ten months of 2025 amounted to 42,919 soms.
According to Kasymaliyev, Kyrgyzstan has issued international bonds for the first time amounting to $700 million and has approached the International Monetary Fund. “We have already received documents from investors totaling 2.1 billion soms. Yes, this may seem like a high price, and there are critics of this move. However, we are striving for an important goal. Our state companies are ready to enter international markets, but according to international standards, the country itself must do
Commercial banks reported cases of fraud Between July and September 2025, residents of Kyrgyzstan suffered losses amounting to nearly 11 million soms due to unauthorized transactions with their bank cards, as reported by the country's commercial banks.
The year 2025 will be remembered by Kyrgyzstanis for a sharp rise in prices. Although there had been price increases in previous years, this year it became so noticeable that the feeling of empty wallets became an everyday reality. Kaktus.media analyzed how prices in the country have changed since the beginning of 2025.
According to the National Bank, from January to October of this year, the share of gold in international reserves increased by 5.73%. At the end of January, gold amounted to $3 billion 244.54 million, which corresponded to 63.3% of the total reserves. By the beginning of November, this amount had reached $5 billion 441.9 million, accounting for 69.03% of all international reserves.
In an interview given by Adylbek Kasymaliev to state television channels, he shared information about the activities of the cabinet of ministers in the area of interaction with state banks. Kasymaliev emphasized that within the framework of the capitalization of "Eldik Bank," 64 billion soms were allocated, which contributed to its establishment as the largest bank in the country. According to him, the results of this work have already attracted the attention of foreign investors. For
Photo from the internet. The Chinese yuan hits a new annual record high According to the latest data provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, there is an increase in the exchange rates of the euro, the Kazakh tenge, and the Chinese yuan, while the Russian ruble continues to decline. The exchange rate of the US dollar remains stable. US Dollar:
The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan has set an ambitious goal — to achieve a consolidated budget of 1 trillion soms by 2027. In a recent interview with television channels, the head of the government, Adylbek Kasymaliev, reported that a proposal to amend the budget for the current year, which will amount to 1 trillion 93.1 billion soms, has been submitted to the Jogorku Kenesh. Photo by the press service of the Cabinet
According to a recent report by the analytical portal Global Petrol Prices, Kyrgyzstan ranks 41st in the world list for average gasoline prices. On neighboring positions are Liberia, which holds the 40th place with a price of about $0.918 per liter, and Pakistan, which is in 42nd place with a fuel cost of $0.94.
On the morning of December 19, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Moskovsky Sovet exchange offices are as follows:
In the first ten months of the current year, Kyrgyzstan exported 6.2 tons of gold abroad, amounting to $682.8 million, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. In October, the export totaled 529.4 kg, of which 280.6 kg worth $34.6 million was sent to the United Kingdom, and 248.7 kg worth $32.7 million was sent to Switzerland.
From July to September 2025, more than 640 cases of unauthorized operations with bank cards were recorded in Kyrgyzstan, according to data published in reports by commercial banks. The total amount withdrawn from card accounts was nearly 11 million soms.
The highest increase in real estate prices is observed in Bishkek At a round table dedicated to the development of the construction sector, Kainarbek Kuluyev, head of the International Association of Builders, provided explanations for the rising housing prices in the country.
According to the latest "Regional Economic Review" by the Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development, the economy of Kyrgyzstan has successfully adapted to external challenges and is expected to experience stable growth from 2026 to 2028. Fund analysts provided a detailed assessment of key macroeconomic indicators, suggesting that the country's economy will transition from a recovery phase to sustainable growth.
As of October 31, the national debt of Kyrgyzstan amounted to $8 billion 692.52 million, according to information provided by the Ministry of Finance. Compared to December 31, 2024, the external debt increased by $648.04 million, while the internal debt rose by $1 billion 474.9 million (see source).
At the conference in Bishkek, Kainarbek Kuluyev, a representative of the NGO "International Association of Builders," noted that inspections of residential construction in Kyrgyzstan are conducted selectively. Since the beginning of the current year, more than 2,000 administrative protocols for violations in the construction sector have been drawn up in the country.
Nevertheless, Kyrgyz citizens express dissatisfaction due to high prices and tariffs The President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Temir Sariyev, reported that Kyrgyzstan is among the top five countries with the highest economic growth dynamics.
As of December 18, the total volume of the Eurasian Development Bank's project portfolio in Kyrgyzstan amounts to $445 million, as reported by the bank's Deputy Chairman Ruslan Dalenov. He added that currently, projects worth an additional $300 million are under consideration, and $5.1 million has been allocated from the technical assistance fund.
Melis Turgunbaev, head of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, gave an extensive interview to the American agency Bloomberg, sharing optimistic forecasts regarding the country's economic growth. According to him, in 2025, Kyrgyzstan's economy could grow by more than 10%, which will be a result of stable GDP growth of at least 9% per year over the past three years. This was reported by Bloomberg. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicts that the growth rate of Kyrgyzstan's
Jeenaly Orozbaev, head of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service, stated in a podcast by the agency "Kabar" that if price regulation on sugar and vegetable oil had not been introduced in 2021, the population would have incurred losses of about 1.2 billion soms. Orozbaev noted that thanks to temporary measures that lasted for 90 days, it was possible to stabilize the situation in the market.
As of December 16, 2025, the Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic reported that 1 million 521.6 thousand people are connected to the electronic service "Taxpayer's Cabinet," among which 98 thousand 507 are legal entities, and 1 million 423 thousand 152 are individuals. Since the beginning of 2025, the number of users has increased by 180 thousand 405.