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The winter tourist season opened near Bishkek
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- On December 3, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers adopted Order No. 1054-t, which approved cooperation with Pakistan in the field of tourism through a Memorandum of Understanding project. According to this order, the Minister of Economy and Commerce is authorized to sign the memorandum on behalf of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, with the right to make non-essential changes and additions.
The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and Head of the Presidential Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev presented a comprehensive report at a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, where he discussed the achievements and future development of tourism, culture, and sports in the country. According to Kasymaliev, the tourism sector is demonstrating rapid growth and is becoming an important part of Kyrgyzstan's economy.
With each passing year, the residents of Kyrgyzstan are increasingly recognizing the significance of the tourism industry. The country is witnessing a growth in the number of small and medium-sized enterprises, and many locals are even taking out loans to invest in the tourism business. This may be related to the establishment of guest houses, horse rentals, or the provision of transportation services.
The Supreme Eurasian Economic Council has decided to implement the Concept for the Development of Tourism within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union. This document outlines key directions for the tourism industry and proposes measures aimed at deepening economic cooperation, as well as increasing mutual tourist trips between the countries of the Union, as reported in the press release of the EAEU. As part of the Concept, it is planned to develop joint tourism products, create new
On December 28, the winter season will kick off at the Chunkurchak ski resort in the Chui region. According to information from the regional representation, the organizers have prepared a multitude of bright experiences for visitors, lively music, dancing on the slopes, as well as various prizes and gifts for all guests, creating an atmosphere of true winter fun.
At international forums, the high tourist potential of the republic is regularly emphasized, as noted by the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Adylbek Kasymaliev in an interview with local television channels on December 18. Kasymaliev pointed out that to attract tourists, it is necessary to improve infrastructure, primarily roads and airports. "This is extremely important for forming routes," he added.
Today, several new projects in the fields of agriculture, tourism, and energy were presented in the Chatkal District. This was reported by Uluk Kydyrbaev, who heads the Investment Council under the Cabinet of Ministers. Kydyrbaev noted that within the framework of agriculture, initiatives related to the production of dairy products, organic meat, as well as the cultivation of rare plants and herbs that can be used in the pharmaceutical industry were discussed. Among the presented projects was
- According to the Development Program of Kyrgyzstan until 2030, tourism has become one of the four strategic directions for the country. This information was announced by Erdenet Kasymov, the director of the tourism department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, in an interview with local media. He noted that at the beginning of the year, the government planned to support 40 tourism initiatives; however, high interest from the regions allowed this list to be expanded to 62 projects. The
At the "Kabar" agency, a presentation of the new multilingual online portal Nomad.kg took place, which is designed to serve as a modern digital guide to all corners of Kyrgyzstan. This resource has been developed for both local and foreign tourists, providing unique opportunities to explore the country in a new light.
On December 6, the ski resort "Karakol" hosted the grand opening of the winter tourist season, timed to coincide with the national festival Jaryk Fest 2025. According to the Department of Tourism, nearly 1,500 people attended the event.
- On December 6, the official opening of the winter tourist season took place at the "Karokol" ski resort, organized as the national festival JARYK FEST 2025, reports the Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Economy. Nearly 1,500 spectators gathered at the event. The festival included various activities held on the panoramic track at an altitude of 3,040 meters, as well as on the western track (2,750 meters) and in the main area near the restaurant complex.
- From January to September 2025, the volume of investments in fixed capital in the tourism sector increased by 82.9% compared to the same period last year. This data was presented by the National Statistical Committee of the country. The total investment in this sector reached 17.1 billion soms.
On November 30, the winter tourist season officially kicked off at one of the largest ski resorts in the country, located in Karakol. Representatives of the complex confirmed the readiness of the infrastructure to welcome visitors and opened the slopes for skiing.
- From January to September 2025, citizens of Russia made 269,000 tourist trips to the Kyrgyz Republic. On December 3, this information was made public by Rosstat. Compared to the same period in 2024, the number of trips decreased by 5.2%.
On December 6, the ski resort "Karacol" will host Jaryk Fest 2025 — a vibrant festival that marks the beginning of the new tourist season in Kyrgyzstan. According to information provided by the Tourism Support Fund in the Kyrgyz Republic, the event promises to be a true celebration of light, music, mountains, and national color.
Zharkynbek Maksutov, the director of GP "Ala-Tuu Resort," and Matthias Schmid, the head of SkiMIS, signed a cooperation agreement under which consulting services will be provided for the development of the ski resort. The SkiMIS company will take on tasks related to joint planning and optimization of the architectural, technical, and operational aspects of the resort.
html On November 27, the Department of Tourism of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic officially opened the country's participation in the Tashkent International Tourism Fair (TITF) titled "Tourism on the Silk Road." According to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, Kyrgyzstan has participated in this exhibition annually since 1995. At the national stand, visitors can see 10 tourism companies from the country, the city administration of Karakol, and two
Recently, a meeting took place at the Kyrgyz Ministry of Education, attended by Minister Dogdurkul Kendirbaeva and a delegation from Austria. According to the agency's statement, the Austrian delegation included representatives from the Federal Ministry of Finance, educational institutions, and a diplomatic advisor from the Austrian Agency for Economic Cooperation and Development.
- From January to September 2025, Uzbekistan became a vacation destination for 114,000 citizens of Kyrgyzstan. This information was presented by the National Committee of Uzbekistan on Statistics. Kyrgyzstanis ranked fifth among foreign tourists who visited this neighboring country.
- At the business forum dedicated to Central Asian regional economic cooperation, memorandums were signed with the aim of developing joint initiatives in tourism and strengthening business relations. The document from the Kyrgyz side was signed by a representative of the Historical and Cultural Destination of Chui Region "Golden Valley of Chui" ("Altyn Sary-Ozon"), and from the Tajik side by the company "Chavokhir Tajikistan".
The Go Bus tourist service provides its clients with safe and convenient travel conditions. The head of the international cooperation and tourism development department of the State Enterprise "Tourism Development Support Fund in the Kyrgyz Republic," Damir Jumakanov, shared this information on the air of Birinchi Radio. According to him, the Go Bus app allows users to purchase tickets from anywhere in the world. Payment is available through online banking, e-wallets, as well as cash
According to information provided by Damir Jumakhanov, head of the international cooperation and tourism development department of the JSC "Tourism Support and Development Fund," the contribution of the tourism sector to the gross domestic product (GDP) of the country in the first half of 2025 was 4.3%. This was announced during a radio broadcast. According to the report from the National Statistical Committee, as of July 1, 2025, there are more than 143,000 organizations operating in
- On the air of the radio, the head of the international cooperation and tourism development department of the JSC "Tourism Support and Development Fund," Damir Jumakhanov, emphasized the importance of ensuring safe and comfortable sanitary conditions for tourists. “No matter how much we talk about it, tourists need convenient toilets: cool ones in summer and warm ones in winter. As they say, ‘the theater begins with the coat rack, and tourism begins with the toilet.’ We have many
The reception of the first guests at the new five-star hotel Ciel Dubai Marina has begun in Dubai, as reported by TASS. This hotel became known even before its construction was completed, as it now holds the title of the tallest hotel in the world. Its height reaches 377 meters, surpassing the previous record set by the Gevora Hotel (356 m), also located in Dubai, by 21 meters.
On the air of Birinchi Radio, the head of the International Cooperation and Tourism Development Department of the OJSC "Fund for the Support of Tourism Development of the Kyrgyz Republic," Damir Jumakanov, shared information about promoting Kyrgyzstan at international tourism exhibitions. According to him, previously, the participation of Kyrgyz tour operators in international exhibitions was complicated due to high costs of renting exhibition spaces and preparing stands. Only large
The Association of Designers and Craftsmen of Kyrgyzstan, together with the Tourism Development Support Fund, has signed a cooperation agreement. The main objective of this memorandum is to revive traditional crafts and integrate them into the tourist experience, which will make craftsmanship an important part of the country's tourist routes.
On November 11, the first combined festival "Chatkal Tustoru – 2025" and "Chatkal Daamy — Taste of Chatkal" took place in the village of Kanysh-Kiya. This event was organized by the Tourism Development Support Fund and became an important step in promoting ecotourism, regional brands, and national cuisine in the Chatkal district. The festival aimed to showcase the tourist and gastronomic opportunities of Chatkal, as well as to support local farmers, artisans, and chefs. All
- During the meeting of the Kyrgyz-Russian intergovernmental commission, which took place on November 11 in Bishkek, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, urged his Russian colleagues to participate in significant initiatives in the field of tourism. Kasymaliev noted that large infrastructure projects are actively being implemented in Kyrgyzstan, including the construction of the "Ala-Tuu Resort" ski cluster, which is positioned as one of the
On November 11, a unique festival called "Chatkal Colors – 2025" will take place in the village of Kanysh-Kiya, in collaboration with "Chatkal Daamy — Taste of Chatkal." According to the Tourism Development Support Fund in the Kyrgyz Republic, this event will be the first of its kind in the Chatkal district and an important step towards the development of local brands, ecotourism, and national cuisine. The festival is aimed at showcasing the tourism and gastronomic
In the Chuy region, an investigation has been launched into a case of extortion that occurred at a secondary school in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu. This information was provided by the press service of the regional police department. Investigative actions were initiated after a publication on Instagram, where the mother of one of the students expressed dissatisfaction with how the investigation was proceeding and claimed that there were regular instances of extortion at the educational
The Kennedy Center is hosting a meeting of the five Central Asian countries with the President of the United States as part of the decade-long C5+1 summit. Kyrgyzstan presented a national stand at this summit, created through the joint efforts of the Tourism Development Support Fund in the Kyrgyz Republic, the Department of Tourism, the Kyrgyz Crafts Center, and the Embassy of Kyrgyzstan in the USA.
On November 6, 2025, a round table was held in the village of Kara-Oy, located in the Issyk-Kul region, dedicated to the topic "Promoting Sustainable Tourism. Reducing Carbon Footprint." This event was part of the annual "Green Economy" Forum, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. The round table was organized by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the Plenipotentiary Representation of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the
- A hotel and guest house classification system is being launched in Kyrgyzstan. This was announced on the radio by the director of the Tourism Department, Erdenet Kasymov. Kasymov noted that in March 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan approved a state classification system, which includes the assignment of star ratings to various accommodation facilities, such as hotels and guest houses.
- By 2030, the share of tourism in Kyrgyzstan's gross domestic product may increase to 7%. This was reported by Erdenet Kasymov, the director of the Tourism Department, in an interview on the radio. According to Kasymov, a sustainable tourism development program has been adopted in the country until 2030, aimed at increasing the share of the tourism sector in GDP to 7%.
- Since the beginning of the year, Kyrgyzstan has attracted more than 8 million foreign tourists. This was reported on the air by the director of the Tourism Department, Erdenet Kasymov. According to Kasymov, the results from January to September 2025 indicate stable growth in the tourism sector, which is gradually becoming one of the most important industries in the country's economy.
On November 4, President Sadyr Japarov arrived in Egypt for an official visit, organized at the invitation of President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi in Egypt. As noted by tourism expert Azamat Zhamankulov, this is the first visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan to this Arab country.
The Tourism Development Support Fund in the Kyrgyz Republic has signed agreements with the Department of Physical Culture, Sports, Tourism, and Youth Initiatives of the Bishkek City Hall, as well as with the Association of Craftsmen of the country. The purpose of these documents is to promote the development of the tourism potential of both the capital and other regions, as well as to strengthen cooperation in the field of domestic and event tourism.
On October 31, 2025, the Federation of Mountaineering of Kyrgyzstan and the Federation of Sports Tourism of Kyrgyzstan signed an agreement on friendship and cooperation. This was reported by Vladimir Agafonov, president of the Federation of Sports Tourism. According to Agafonov, this event represents a significant step that opens new horizons in the development of mountain sports in the country and unites the resources and experience of the two leading federations.
The situation in one of the schools in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu has become the subject of an investigation by the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region after alarming reports of extortion appeared on social media on October 24. The press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate of the Chui Region reported that cases of bullying and extortion among students regularly occur at the secondary school in the village of Kyzyl-Tuu, located in the Sokuluk District.
- The Ministry of Finance has initiated changes to the law "On Tourism," concerning the introduction of a tourist fee for foreign citizens staying in hotels, guesthouses, and hostels in Kyrgyzstan. This fee will be classified as a non-tax payment and will be collected from visitors to the country upon their entry, exit, and, in most cases, during registration at their places of accommodation.
According to the Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce, a special tourist cluster will be developed as part of the Batken region development program. The possibility of connecting cities in Kyrgyzstan to some tourist routes in Uzbekistan is being considered, said the First Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce Choro Seyitov at a briefing at the Sputnik Kyrgyzstan press center.
Kyrgyzstan in the Top Three September Leaders Among Russian Tourists Turkey ranked first among resort destinations and in demand for flights to all countries worldwide—regardless of the tourist component, industry experts note. — According to ticket booking data, Turkey leads among foreign destinations in September with a share of 24%. Compared to August, this figure increased by 42%, and the country rose to first place, — said Elena Shelekova, head of the press service of OneTwoTrip, to
Kyrgyz Authorities Call on Business to Develop Ski Tourism The tourism sector in Kyrgyzstan is dynamically developing, with the share of tourism in the republic's economy reaching 4.3% in the first six months of 2019. This was reported by Deputy Prime Minister Altynai Omurbekova at a meeting of the interdepartmental commission today, November 5. According to her, Kyrgyzstan became the first country in the CIS to introduce a simplified visa regime for foreign citizens — residents of
Kyrgyzstan recognized by Russians as one of the best countries for vacation This was reported by the OneTwoTrip service (a well-known online service for organizing travel, present in the markets of the Russian Federation, CIS countries, Europe, and the USA). According to OneTwoTrip's research, the first three places in the top ten most sought-after countries in this regard were taken by Armenia, Italy, and Turkey. Russians are also actively traveling to Germany, Spain, Kyrgyzstan,
Kyrgyzstan was cited as an example at the global tourism forum in Russia The prospects for developing cooperation were discussed during the high-level Forum on medical and wellness tourism in St. Petersburg. It became a key event of the 23rd session of the General Assembly of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), which took place in this city at the Tauride Palace from September 9 to 13. Such sessions are the largest events for the global tourism industry; this one gathered about 1500
Jeenbekov is confident that the opening of the "Sheraton" will positively impact tourism In Kyrgyzstan, the assets of investors and private property are reliably protected, and the state will provide full guarantees of protection. This was stated by President Sooronbay Jeenbekov at the Kyrgyz-Turkish forum. The head of state noted that a number of large projects aimed at enhancing economic potential will be implemented in Kyrgyzstan.
Hotels in different countries will host tourists for free From November 18 to 24, hotels in various countries will participate in the World Barter Week promotion, during which hundreds of hotels around the world will offer guests accommodation "in exchange." This is reported by "Maestro – News." Tourists will be able to stay at their chosen hotel without any payment, but in return, they will have to provide useful skills, goods, or services: these can include foreign