The Cabinet of Ministers has made a decision to create a working group aimed at addressing the issues faced by Turkish entrepreneurs in Kyrgyzstan. The head of the government has signed a decree to form an interdepartmental group that will analyze and resolve the problems encountered by Turkish businessmen in the course of their activities.
The government of Kyrgyzstan has approved the minimum wage level for 2026, which will amount to 3,280 soms. This information is reflected in the draft republican budget for 2026, as well as in the plans for 2027-2028, which has been submitted for approval to the Jogorku Kenesh. According to the presented calculations, the minimum wage for 2027 will be 3,608 soms, and for 2028 it is planned to be set at 3,968.8 soms.
On November 12, a new package of sanctions from the European Union will come into effect, affecting not only the banks of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan but also including restrictions against Kyrgyz companies and cryptocurrency exchanges. Details about these sanctions were provided by the publication "Current Time".
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Today, a campaign dedicated to the "World Savings Day" has started in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by the National Bank of the country. According to the information, this event has been held since 2015 and is organized with the support of the National Bank, as well as with the participation of government agencies, financial institutions, the Deposit Protection Agency, and other interested parties.
The enterprise produces about 21 million incubation eggs per year Recently, a new production complex of the company "Kyrgyz Broiler" was opened in the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region. The event was attended by the Minister of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bakyt Torobaev.
As of October 27, the exchange rates for foreign currencies set by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan are as follows: The dollar remains at 87.45 soms, while the euro and ruble have significantly increased in value.
This week, a meeting is expected between the presidents of the United States and China, during which they will discuss the main aspects of a possible trade agreement. This was stated by U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent in an interview with CBS. According to him, the agreement is expected to include a final decision regarding the American part of the TikTok network, as well as a delay in tightening controls over the export of rare earth metals from China.
On October 30, the National Investment Agency will organize an open discussion, following the presidential decree of December 18, 2024, No. 369 on the doctrine "National Spirit — Global Heights" and within the framework of the Law "On Investments." The goal of this event is to create sustainable economic growth and to form a comfortable investment climate. During the meeting, participants will discuss strategies aimed at improving the investment and business environment, as
The delegation of the State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic, headed by Deputy Chairman Bakyt Dzhienbekov, held a working meeting with representatives of the Swiss company SICPA. During the visit, the tax officials discussed with the management and experts of SICPA the possibilities for joint cooperation in the field of digitalization of tax administration and other areas.
Recently, the Issyk-Kul District State Administration took over the park-beach area of the "Kyrgyz Sea" sanatorium. This decision was the result of an extraordinary general meeting of the shareholders of OJSC "Kyrgyzaltyn". According to the company's press service, participants at the meeting reviewed and approved a number of measures aimed at reorganizing and optimizing the company's operations.
In Kemin, in the Chuy region, a new modern poultry complex of LLC "Agro Kush" has been opened, where chicken meat will be produced. The opening ceremony was attended by Bakyt Torobaev, who holds the position of Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry. As part of the event, he also laid a time capsule, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The company "Agro Kush" implements a full production
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has announced the imposition of administrative sanctions due to violations of legislation in the field of currency operations. It is reported that as a result of insufficient compliance with the norms and rules established by the NB KR, two exchange offices in Bishkek were fined 55,000 soms each.
In the morning of October 27, the following exchange rates for foreign currency are observed at the exchange points of the Moscow City Council:
Bakyt Torobaev, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, witnessed the opening of the new production complex "Kyrgyz Broiler," located in the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region. This event was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic. “Currently, our enterprise 'Kyrgyz Broiler' produces about 21 million incubation eggs annually. This allows us to achieve a poultry meat production volume
As of September 30, 2025, the assets of the Deposit Protection Agency reached 9.136 billion soms, according to the institution's report. This figure is 29% higher than the corresponding indicator for the previous year. The total volume of the Deposit Protection Fund amounted to 9.07 billion soms, while in 2024 it was 7.05 billion.
According to the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, the rates of the Euro, Ruble, and Chinese Yuan are showing an increase, while the US Dollar and Kazakh Tenge have remained at the same level. US Dollar:
The opening ceremony of the new modern poultry meat production complex "Agro Kush," located in Kemin, was attended by Bakyt Torobaev, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. During the event, a time capsule was also laid. The company "Agro Kush" operates a full production cycle: from incubation to processing chicken meat and its sale.
In Osh, the opening of the updated sector of the municipal car market took place, where Korean-made cars are offered. According to the local administration, the renovation of the area where Korean cars are sold has been completed. The opening ceremony was attended by deputies of the city council and city leadership.
During a working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Adylbek Kasymaliev, head of the cabinet of ministers and the presidential administration, participated in a ceremonial event dedicated to the laying of a capsule for the construction of a solid waste processing plant. This was reported by the government press service. Kasymaliev emphasized that large-scale investment initiatives are being implemented in the country aimed at improving the environmental situation and raising the standard of living
The national stablecoin and digital som will be used for government payments Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, announced the launch of a national stablecoin and digital som in Kyrgyzstan.
The national stablecoin has been officially launched in Kyrgyzstan. This news was announced by Binance founder Changpeng Zhao on his account on X. He also noted that the digital som is ready for implementation in the country's economy.
Changpeng Zhao, the founder and former CEO of the cryptocurrency exchange Binance, shared significant news about digital finance in Kyrgyzstan. He announced that the country has successfully launched a national stablecoin on the BNB Chain, and the central bank digital currency (CBDC) is ready for implementation and will be used for government payments. Additionally, he noted the creation of a National Cryptocurrency Reserve, which includes the BNB token.
The authorities' goal is to replenish the budget and promote a healthy lifestyle The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has presented a draft law that provides for annual increases in excise taxes on alcoholic and tobacco products, as well as on sweet beverages from 2026 to 2029.
Previously, the government decided that tips should remain voluntary. In Kyrgyzstan, there is a trend where catering establishments have begun to add 15% for service to the price of their dishes. This was reported by Semetey Amanbekov, a well-known journalist and public figure, on his social media page.
Throughout the week, there has been a rise in prices for meat, potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, and eggs in Bishkek. At the same time, prices for onions, carrots, cabbage, fish, apples, and milk have decreased. Thus, over the week, the cost of the minimum grocery set increased by 418 soms, totaling 6,210 soms.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a decree temporarily allowing the import of goods from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan without the necessary EAEU labeling. This decision will be in effect until December 10 of this year. According to the decree, goods imported by road through the border with Kazakhstan may not have labeling confirming their origin from the Eurasian Economic Union until the specified date.
This year, in the Nooken district of the Jalal-Abad region, the price for 1 kilogram of cotton, also known as "white gold," is 73 soms. This was reported by the head of the district agricultural development department, Muratbek Junusov. He noted that this season, 2,597 hectares have been allocated for cotton, which is 1,230 hectares less than last year.
According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Transport and Communications, the Department of Ground and Water Transport has significantly increased its budget revenues, raising them fourfold. In the first nine months of 2025, the agency transferred 861 million 192 thousand soms to the treasury, which is 658 million 973 thousand soms more than the corresponding figure for 2024.
President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree stating that Ulan Jamalidinov has been relieved of his duties as a member of the Board of the National Bank. This decision was made on October 24 at the personal request of Ulan Jamalidinov.
The project was initiated by a local entrepreneur
A few years ago, cybersecurity in Kyrgyzstan seemed like a distant and irrelevant issue. However, the country is now actively developing a legal framework for this field: last year, the Law "On Cybersecurity" was adopted, and in 2025, a Digital Code will be introduced, covering the main aspects of information and cybersecurity. On one hand, a legal basis is being created for the development of this industry. On the other hand, there are still myths and misconceptions about
According to information announced on October 24 by Farhad Iminov, head of the secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies, changes have already been made to the law "On Virtual Assets" in the country. This step is aimed at creating a cryptocurrency reserve that will operate under the president. However, it is worth noting that the cryptocurrencies stored in the reserve are not intended to be used for monetary policy. It is
Gulnaz Supaeva, Doctor of Economic Sciences, shared her opinion on the prospects of cryptocurrencies and blockchain technologies in Kyrgyzstan in an interview with the Kabar agency. She noted that there is a growing interest in these areas in the country, especially among youth and IT specialists. According to Supaeva, creating a reliable legislative framework is essential for the successful development of these technologies. "If government agencies start actively working in this
The goal of the new initiatives is to reduce the consumption of harmful products The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic is launching an initiative to amend certain tax regulations, as reported by the Ministry of Economy of the KR.
The proposed tourist fee is a non-tax payment that will be charged to individuals temporarily residing in various accommodation facilities such as hotels, hostels, sanatoriums, and recreation centers. The funds collected from this tax will be directed towards the development of tourist infrastructure and the preservation of cultural heritage. The text of the draft law is already available for discussion. Over the past decade, the tourism industry in Kyrgyzstan has shown impressive growth, made
Photo 24.kg. Toktogul Hydropower Plant The Toktogul Hydropower Plant, which has been supplying Kyrgyzstan with electricity for half a century, is entering a new era: outdated panels are being replaced with modern screens and digital control. But will the updated station be able to guarantee uninterrupted power supply for households? The Energy Heart of the Country: from Monument to Mosaic
Photo from the internet The Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan is considering the possibility of diversifying the supply of fuel and lubricants (GSM). This was reported by Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev in an interview with the TASS news agency. According to him, a decision was previously made at the level of the Eurasian Economic Commission to exempt from duties the supplies of gasoline and GSM not only from Russia but also from other countries.
At the meeting of the National Council on Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies held on October 24 in Bishkek, Kamchybek Tashiev, head of the State National Security Committee (GKNB), noted that the digital economy presents not only opportunities but also certain threats. He emphasized that when developing regulations for the use of cryptocurrencies, it is essential to consider the interests of the country and security. "Every decision in this area must be carefully weighed against
LLC "Altynken" is launching a competition for the provision of services for processing gold-containing concentrate.
Recently, a forum titled "Dialogue on the Mining Industry: Investments, Transparency, Development" was held in Bishkek. Participants discussed the current state of the industry and key aspects that need attention to maximize Kyrgyzstan's profits from mining. Such a sector is quite rare in the world, and the demand and prices for resources are high. Kyrgyzstan has several promising deposits, but attracting investors will require serious work and evidence of the viability of
Russian Railways has announced the restoration of direct train service between Almaty and Moscow. This event has become possible due to the resumption of through carriages, which will operate on the Moscow — Almaty route every two days, with a total travel time of about 3.5 days. The first train will depart from Almaty on October 26 at 20:00 local time; it will be part of train No. 7/8 Almaty — Saratov. In turn, train No. 85/86 Moscow — Derbent will depart from Moscow on October 30 at 19:27,
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented a demo version of the digital som, developed on a private blockchain. This was announced by the Chairman of the National Bank, Melis Turgunbaev, during a meeting of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies. Since May 23, the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has been collaborating with Build block TECH to create a prototype of the digital som, Turgunbaev reported.
In Uzgen, several sellers who were selling meat at prices exceeding the established norms were fined. According to information from local authorities, on October 23, a raid was conducted in the city organized by the mayor's office and the Osh regional office for antimonopoly regulation, aimed at ensuring compliance with the new state norms for retail prices on meat products.
A meeting of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies was held in Bishkek, attended by President Sadyr Japarov and Binance cryptocurrency platform founder Changpeng Zhao. Following this meeting, the head of state announced several key directives:
In the Sokuluk district, a ceremonial opening of the renovated laboratory and livestock facilities of the Biotechnology Department of the Kyrgyz Scientific Research Institute of Animal Husbandry and Pastures took place. According to the local administration, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev familiarized himself with the work of the laboratory. Among those present were also the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to
According to information from Farhat Iminov, head of the secretariat of the National Council for the Development of Virtual Assets and Blockchain Technologies, the volume of transactions with virtual assets in the country continues to grow. Currently, there are about 200 licensed market participants operating in Kyrgyzstan, and over the past three years, the number of cryptocurrency exchange operators has increased 28 times.