According to information provided by the Ministry of Finance, 173 billion 596.1 million soms were invested in Kyrgyzstan from 2021 to 2025. The ministry also presented the results of implementing strategic initiatives in areas such as transportation, energy, water supply, healthcare, and agriculture.
- From February 17 to February 19, 2026, inclusive, the exchange office of OsOO "Nurullo" will be unable to operate due to violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the regulations established by the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic. License No. 6628, issued on November 14, 2023, is temporarily suspended. This exchange office is located at: Jalal-Abad region, Suzak district, Bek-Abad village, M. Sydykov street, house 1 (next to the checkpoint
During the meeting organized with the participation of Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency, as well as the Deputy Ambassador of Italy to Kyrgyzstan and a representative of the Agency for the Promotion of Italian Companies Abroad, issues related to deepening investment and trade cooperation were discussed. The press service of the agency reported this.
- At the meeting of the Committee on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development of the Jogorku Kenesh, the concept of a framework agreement on financing for 2026–2028 between the Kyrgyz Republic and the International Development Association was approved. The total amount of financing is 1 billion 26 million 760 thousand dollars.
- In 2025, there was a 77.0% increase in the supply of Korean passenger cars to Russia compared to 2024, according to data from the Korea Customs Service. Car imports exceeded $1 billion, marking the highest figure since 2021.
The National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Italian association Unimpresa have announced plans to deepen bilateral cooperation and launch joint investment projects. These agreements were reached as a result of a meeting, as reported by the agency's press service. Representatives from Italy expressed interest in investment opportunities in the Kyrgyz Republic and confirmed their readiness to continue the dialogue and develop business relations.
- The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has updated the resolution dated November 26, 2024, No. 714, concerning the allocation of land for an investment project. This project includes the construction of a complex of business centers, a hotel, and other social and infrastructure facilities in Bishkek, as well as free access zones. The new version of the resolution states that the project will be implemented by the company OsOO "RCA Living" on land plots located on
As of December 31, 2025, the net profit of banks in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 33 billion 13.8 million soms, which is approximately $377.3 million. This data was released by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. The total assets of the banking sector increased by 48.5% compared to December 2024, reaching 1 trillion 211.3 billion soms.
- In January 2026, the import of Korean cars to Kyrgyzstan decreased by 0.3% year-on-year, according to the Customs Service of the Republic of Korea. The total value of imports amounted to $94.8 million, which is the lowest figure since March 2024. It is worth noting that January 2025 also recorded a minimum level of imports based on monthly data.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has updated the resolution regarding the procedure for obtaining state subsidies for seed-growing farms. In accordance with the changes, the documentation required for agricultural producers wishing to receive subsidized seeds and support from the government has been clarified. Applications are now submitted to the district agricultural development office with contact information included.
The analysis conducted by the consulting company Commonwealth Partnership Uzbekistan has shown that the hotel market in Central Asia is becoming increasingly attractive to tourists. The geography of travelers is expanding, and the demands for service quality, including hotel standards, are significantly increasing. In the next five years, growth in the number of hotel rooms is forecasted; however, each country will follow its unique development paths, and Kyrgyzstan is expected to demonstrate
- During his speech on February 17 at the meeting of the President's representative office in the Osh region, the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers and head of the President's Administration Adylbek Kasymaliev reported that in 2025, state assistance to the Osh region for capital investments amounted to 8 billion 543 million soms, of which 8.1 billion soms was allocated in full. These funds were directed to finance 357 facilities. “In 2025, work was carried out on 114 infrastructure
Photo 24.kg. Government measures do not stop inflation in Kyrgyzstan According to the National Statistical Committee, in January 2026, consumer prices in Kyrgyzstan increased by 0.8% compared to December 2025, and the annual growth was 9.5%. Since the beginning of the new year, there has been an increase in prices for:
At the event organized by the agency's press service, the parties discussed the key steps necessary to launch initiatives. In particular, the discussion focused on developing technical specifications, selecting sites for projects, and preparing an investment agreement.
Turkish entrepreneur Sheref Duman has appealed to President Sadyr Japarov to take personal control of the situation involving former member of the Jogorku Kenesh U. A. against the backdrop of unmet construction obligations. This information was announced at a press conference held today, February 17, at AKIpress. Sheref stated that in 2021 he signed an agreement with U. A. to transfer about $500,000 in several stages for the implementation of a residential complex in Osh. However, the project
According to information provided by the director of the Creative Industries Park, Kanyshai Mamatova, in 2025, the residents of this park contributed 23.4 million soms to the budget. By the end of the third quarter, the amount of taxes paid reached 16.8 million soms, of which 7.1 million were paid in the first quarter.
From 2021 to 2025, Kyrgyzstan actively worked on improving its infrastructure. As a result, according to the Ministry of Finance, 173 billion 596.1 million soms were invested in the economy in the form of state investments. These funds allowed for the completion of numerous projects in areas such as energy, transportation, agriculture, and social services.
- Kyrgyzstan is considering the possibility of deepening trade and economic ties with Tajikistan, especially in the area of agricultural raw material supplies and industrial cooperation. This was stated by the director of the Center for Development and Promotion of Exports "Kyrgyz Export" under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, Urmat Takirov, in an interview on the radio. He noted that Kyrgyzstan holds leading positions in the production of walnuts, including wild varieties, and
Applications can be submitted to the village administration or to the territorial divisions of the ministry. The program provides an opportunity to receive 150,000 soms for free to open small businesses. This funding is available for low-income families who have a social passport or receive the "household assistance" benefit. It is mandatory to have labor and property potential, as well as to develop a viable business plan.
On the morning of February 17, the exchange rates in the MosSoviet exchange offices are presented as follows:
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan presented the exchange rates of foreign currencies for February 17: All currencies strengthened, except for the dollar, which still stands at 87.45 soms.
According to the Eurasian Development Bank, in 2025, remittances to Kyrgyzstan reached $3.5 billion, which corresponds to 15.4% of the country's gross domestic product (GDP). This figure increased by 16.8% compared to 2024, with the main source of growth being transfers from Russia, which rose by 16.1%.
At a meeting between Andrey Nikitin, the Minister of Transport of Russia, and Arzybek Kozhoshev, a member of the Board on Energy and Infrastructure of the Eurasian Economic Commission, issues of cooperation within the Council of Heads of Authorized Bodies in the Transport Sector of the EAEU countries were discussed. This information was provided by the EEC. Photo by the Press Service of the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation
- The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev familiarized himself with the preparations for the spring fieldwork in the Kara-Suu district of the Osh region. Employees of local departments of the ministry, the akim of the Kara-Suu district, as well as the presidential representative in the Osh region Amanakan Kenjebayev, heads of all rural districts, and the head of the district emergency situations department participated in
The large-scale market held in the Alamudun and Moscow districts of the Chui region allowed residents to purchase farm products without intermediaries. This event was organized to provide quality products to the population and to control prices on essential food items. At the market, a variety of meat and dairy products, as well as fresh vegetables and fruits, were available, sourced directly from local producers and processing enterprises. The absence of resellers allowed for prices to be set
- The Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan has announced that protocols for the export of 15 types of agricultural products to China are currently in effect. In the coming months, an increase in this list is expected through the signing of new agreements. As of today, Kyrgyzstan has the capacity to export 17 different types of agricultural products. Products are exported to several countries: 462 enterprises supply the EAEU states, 37 to China, 53 to Uzbekistan, 12 to Turkey, and 68 companies
- At the meeting of the committee on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development of the Jogorku Kenesh, a bill concerning amendments to investment legislation was reviewed and received support. The document was adopted in the second reading. The initiator of this bill was the Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.
An important decision regarding a temporary ban on the import of seedlings of fruit crop varieties has been made by the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan. According to this resolution, starting from March 1, 2026, the import of seedlings will be prohibited for a period of six months, except for those varieties listed in the appendix to the document.
- According to information provided by the Ministry of Finance, external loans and grants will account for 93.5% of the total budget allocated for state investments in 2026-2028. It is expected that the total volume of external financing will reach 120.1 billion soms with a total state investment budget of 128.4 billion soms.
- In January 2026, the increase in consumer prices and tariffs in the republic was 0.8%. This information was announced at a press conference by Nazira Kerimalieva, the first deputy chairperson of the National Statistical Committee. According to her data, the cost of food products and non-alcoholic beverages rose by 1%. Prices for alcoholic beverages and tobacco products increased by 0.8%, while non-food goods became 0.5% more expensive, and tariffs for services to the population rose by 0.7%.
The veterinary service, which is engaged in the development of animal husbandry, pastures, and feed, is working on the creation of an Automated Information System (AIS) called "Registration and Certification of Veterinary Medicinal Products." The main objective of this system is the complete automation of processes, starting from the acceptance of applications for the registration of veterinary drugs and ending with the issuance of electronic certificates.
According to the First Deputy Chairperson of the National Statistics Committee, Nazira Kerimalieva, speaking at a press conference in Bishkek, the growth of the average monthly salary has become particularly noticeable in sectors such as public administration and defense, social security, construction, real estate operations, healthcare, social services, transportation and warehousing, as well as in the hotel and restaurant business. Photo on the main page: Sputnik / Tabyldy Kadyrbekov.
The website of the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange has published information that OJSC "Tunduk" intends to purchase equipment worth 122.5 million soms by concluding a deal through a direct contract. According to the received data, the contract was signed with the company OsOO "Altyn Emgek" using the direct method.
- At the last meeting of the Committee on International Affairs, Defense, Security, and Migration, a report was heard on the work of the Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Republic of Tajikistan for the years 2024-2025. The Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Tajikistan, Erlan Abdildaev, presented the information.
In Kyrgyzstan, preparations are actively underway for an important event in the agricultural sector. The prize fund allocated for rewarding the best representatives of the industry at the "Agrodialog-2026" forum will reach an impressive sum of 1 million soms. This information was announced by officials from the organizing committee under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Food Processing Industry.
At the beginning of 2025, there was a 0.8% increase in consumer prices and tariffs in Kyrgyzstan compared to December. This was reported at a press conference in Bishkek by Nazira Kerimalieva, the first deputy chairperson of the National Statistics Committee. According to her, in January, prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages rose by 1%, while alcoholic products and tobacco became 0.8% more expensive. Non-food goods showed an increase of 0.5%, and tariffs for services for the population
According to information provided by the administration of the Naryn region, in 2025, 876.3 kilograms of gold were extracted from the Buchuk site of the Solton-Sary deposit. This report confirms the successes in the field of gold mining. The gold extraction plant located at the deposit began its operations in test mode in October 2024. It is aimed at processing 600,000 tons of ore per year, with an expected production of about 1.8 tons of gold. Investments in this project amount to
Photo from the internet. The Kazakh tenge has strengthened again against the som after a slight decline. According to data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange offices in Bishkek, most currencies have strengthened against the som. This strengthening is particularly noticeable against the Russian ruble and the Kazakh tenge. The Chinese yuan and euro also showed a slight increase, while the US dollar remained at the same level. US Dollar:
The International Business Council of Kyrgyzstan has expressed its opposition to the amendments proposing changes to the law "On Pricing," initiated by the country's government. Experts believe that these changes could significantly threaten the economy, investment climate, and the development of key sectors, including the important telecommunications sector.
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In Kyrgyzstan, the fifth anniversary season of the program "Women in Business" has officially launched, aimed at supporting women's entrepreneurship. This large-scale project, implemented in collaboration with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and FINCA Bank, is designed to enhance the influence of women leaders on the country's economy.
The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has announced the introduction of new, stricter phytosanitary control rules aimed at combating gray schemes in trade. In accordance with changes to the relevant regulations of the EAEU, temporary sanctions will now be applied for indicating false recipients of goods in documentation.
According to the analytical agency "Autostat," Kyrgyzstan has become the leader among the EAEU countries in the volume of new passenger cars imported into Russia. Belarus ranks second with 17.1 thousand cars, while Kazakhstan rounds out the top three with 11 thousand passenger vehicles. Armenia, in turn, supplied only 344 new cars during the same period.
- According to the Eurasian Economic Commission, all member states of the union demonstrated positive growth. In Kyrgyzstan, according to the results of 2025, the agricultural production index reached 102.2% compared to 2024, which corresponds to an increase of 2.2%. Although this figure is below the average level across the EAEU, it indicates that positive dynamics have been maintained for the second consecutive year.
A new automated system called AIS "Subsidy" has been implemented in the Department for the Examination of Agricultural Crops, developed by specialists from the State Institution "AgroSmart." This platform aims to fully digitize the process of issuing government subsidies for seed production farms.
- Daniyar Imanaliev, Minister for Integration and Macroeconomics of the EEC, presented the results of macroeconomic development of the Eurasian "five" countries as of 2025. According to the Commission's estimates, the volume of mutual trade in goods among the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union will reach $95 billion by 2025.
The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission has approved new rules regarding phytosanitary control within the EAEU. According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, the changes in the rules address situations where phytosanitary certificates list recipients of quarantine products who do not actually accept the goods.
According to information from the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC), Kazakhstan became the leader among the EAEU countries in 2025 for the growth of retail gasoline prices, which increased by 15.7 percent from January to December. This was reported by Orda.kz. In second place was Kyrgyzstan with a price increase of 15.1 percent, while Russia took third place with an increase of 10.8 percent. In Belarus, the cost of gasoline rose by 6.7 percent, whereas Armenia saw a price decrease of 0.8