- In January 2026, there was a 10% increase in trade turnover between Kyrgyzstan and the Republic of Korea year-on-year, as reported by the Korean Customs Service. The total trade volume reached $127.3 million, significantly higher than the figure for the same month last year, which was $115.7 million.
- As of February 16, 2026, at 8:30, the US dollar is quoted in Kyrgyz banks at a price of 87.25-87.45 soms (buying) and 87.75-87.8 soms (selling). The euro is presented on the market at a price of 103-103.5 soms for buying and 104-104.5 soms for selling.
In the near future, a fast payment system will be introduced in Kyrgyzstan, as announced by the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Medet Tairov, at a business breakfast organized by the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund. He noted that work is actively underway to improve the accessibility, speed, and security of financial services.
- In accordance with order No. 64-r dated February 6, 2026, the Cabinet of Ministers instructed the State Mortgage Company (GIK) to explore the possibility of entering into an investment agreement with a private entrepreneur for the implementation of a new residential complex in Bishkek. The project involves the creation of a multifunctional residential complex on a plot of 1.5 hectares, located at: Bishkek, Abdrahmanova St., 220 - on the territory of the former liquor and vodka factory.
The head of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, signed an update to the resolution dated May 28, 2025, No. 282, concerning the preparation of the economy for the autumn-winter season of 2025/2026. As a result, preferential tariffs for railway transportation of coal for the Bishkek thermal power plant were established. According to the amendments made, the mechanism for tariff regulation for coal transportation directed to the capital's thermal power plant has
The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced that the Cabinet of Ministers has decided to extend the zero VAT rate on feed for fish farms. The corresponding amendments to the resolution regarding food security measures have already been adopted.
According to information provided by the Eurasian Economic Commission, Kyrgyzstan stands out among the EAEU countries for its high price levels on the following products: Carrots: $570 per ton — 10% more expensive than in Armenia and three times more expensive than in Kazakhstan. Beets: $497 per ton — 2.3 times more expensive than in Russia. Potatoes: $373 per ton — 2.5 times more expensive than in Belarus. Onions: $329 per ton — ranks third, close to the average level. Special attention should
The decision to create a subsidiary bank in Kyrgyzstan has been canceled, as reported by representatives of Freedom Bank Kazakhstan. The reason for this step was a reassessment of the company's international strategy, as stated in a message from the bank's press service, according to Forbes Kazakhstan. The company noted that at this time, plans to open a bank in Kyrgyzstan are not relevant; however, they continue to analyze the market situation for long-term regional development.
- From January 1 to January 31, more than 19.2 thousand cubic meters of timber were exported from the Tomsk region, the majority of which was sent abroad. Inspectors of the agency issued 355 phytosanitary certificates for the shipment of wood outside the country. In the first month of 2026, the largest share of Tomsk timber products was sent to Uzbekistan — 55%. The list of importing countries also included China (19%), Kyrgyzstan (9%), Kazakhstan (7%), Tajikistan (6%), while 4% of the products
- The Ministry of Finance forecasts that in 2026, the republican budget will be replenished by 67.0 billion soms from dividends and profits. This information was published in the ministry's report, which highlights the main financial indicators of the approved budget for the year. These revenues are expected to account for more than half (55.5%) of the total non-tax revenues of the budget.
In the At-Bashinsky ayil okmotu, located in the At-Bashinsky district, a meeting was held between local authorities and residents. During the discussion, one of the local residents, Temirbek Abdildaev, addressed the new akim with a request to pay attention to the development of sports and to organize the processing of wool and leather. Temirbek Abdildaev emphasized: “Dear leaders and akim, we are glad to see you. In our district, the issue of processing wool and leather, as well as preparing
On February 13, a working meeting of the ministers of energy and water management of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan took place in Tashkent. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy of the Kyrgyz Republic. Among the participants of the meeting was the Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, Talaybek Ibraev, as well as his colleagues from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan. Additionally, leaders and specialists from the energy companies of the participating countries were
- In 2025, 1,087 hectares of grain crops were destroyed and written off in the country, according to statistical data. Of this area, 318 hectares were wheat, while 769 hectares were barley.
At the meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, a report on the work done in 2025 was presented. In 2025, the Tourism Development Support Fund managed to recover 56.1 million soms in accounts receivable and attract over $4.5 million in grants from the World Bank for the construction of new tourist facilities in the Osh region.
- The Supreme Court ruled to return the land plot of 2780 square meters to state ownership. This decision was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The lawsuit was filed by the territorial administration of the city of Osh and the Osh region.
- A new set of rules regarding program budgeting and budget transparency has been approved by the Cabinet of Ministers, leading to the repeal of five previously existing regulations. Resolution No. 27 was adopted on January 26, 2026, and will come into effect ten days after publication.
- The import of fresh fruits from Iran to Kyrgyzstan from January to November 2025 decreased by 26%. This information was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's data, during the specified period, Kyrgyzstan imported 2,000 tons of fresh fruits from Iran worth 1.3 million dollars. This is a decrease compared to the same period in 2024, when 2,800 tons were imported for a total of 1.9 million dollars.
- According to the National Statistical Committee, 48.9% of the total area of arable land in Ukraine consists of 609.7 thousand hectares allocated for grain crops, excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat. In second place by area are forage crops, which occupy 400.5 thousand hectares (32.2%).
In seven RES, old wooden structures installed in the 1960s-70s will be updated. The Ministry of Energy has announced plans to replace more than two thousand outdated wooden power poles with new reinforced concrete ones in the Issyk-Kul region in 2026. The outdated structures, which were installed in the 1960s-70s, have already significantly exceeded their normative service life and are currently in an emergency state. The update will take place in the following distribution electrical networks
During the first 11 months of 2025, Kazakhstan reduced its tea exports to Kyrgyzstan by 35%. This data is provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, from January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 3,800 tons of tea from Kazakhstan, amounting to $4.7 million. This is a significant decrease compared to the same period in 2024, when 5,900 tons were imported for $4 million.
- From February 18 to 21, the agro-industrial forum "Agrodialog–2026" will take place in Kyrgyzstan, during which the signing of more than 100 cooperation memorandums is expected. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the ministry's data, the signed agreements will be aimed at attracting investments, implementing modern technologies, as well as increasing the export potential of Kyrgyz agricultural products.
- Compared to the previous year, in 2025, the production of agricultural products in the EAEU countries increased by 4.6%. The data was provided by the statistics department of the Eurasian Economic Commission. This growth was observed in all countries that are part of the EAEU, including the Kyrgyz Republic, where the increase was 2.2%.
- From January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan increased its banana import volume by 10%, as evidenced by data from the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, during the first 11 months of the current year, the republic imported 36,000 tons of bananas for a total of 29 million dollars. This is 10% more compared to the same period in 2024, when 29,100 tons were imported for a total of 21 million dollars.
- The import of nuts from China decreased by 30% over the 11 months of 2025, according to information provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the committee's data, from January to November, Kyrgyzstan imported 25.7 thousand tons of nuts from China, amounting to $27 million. This reflects a 30% decrease compared to the same period in 2024, when 36.9 thousand tons of nuts worth $33.9 million were imported into the country.
- The import of dried leguminous vegetables from Kazakhstan in 2025 increased by 3.1 times compared to the same period in 2024. This is reported by data from the National Statistical Committee. According to the information from the agency, from January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan purchased 32.6 thousand tons of dried leguminous vegetables from Kazakhstan for $11.8 million. In 2024, during the same period, the import volume was 10.2 thousand tons worth $4.4 million.
- On the territory of the gas station LLC "ASK Neft" , known under the brand "Rossiya-Neft," located on Narmatov Street in the city of Gulcha, an illegally installed gas station was identified. According to the Osh regional department of the State Department of Architectural and Construction Control, the inspection revealed that the installation of the station was carried out without the necessary permits. As a result, the department's specialists decided to dismantle
- For the year 2026, the Ministry of Agriculture has planned expenditures amounting to 2.9 billion soms, as indicated in the reports of the Ministry of Finance. This amount covers total expenses, including the ministry's budget, institutions under its control, and district agricultural development offices, as well as state investments.
The issues of simplifying money transfers between Russia and Kyrgyzstan are being developed by the Central Bank of Russia and the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Sergey Vakunov, the Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Russian Federation in Bishkek. The diplomat noted that creating a reliable financial infrastructure, which will serve as the foundation for developing trade relations between the two countries, is a crucial task within their joint activities. He
Starting from February 11, mandatory tracking of cargo using navigation seals has begun in Kyrgyzstan and other countries of the Eurasian Economic Union. This initiative was approved by the Board of the Eurasian Economic Commission and affects both road and rail transportation of goods passing through two or more EEU countries. In the first stage of control, the following categories of cargo are included:
At a press conference held at the Eurasian Economic Commission, the Minister for Integration and Macroeconomics Daniyar Imanaliev presented the results of macroeconomic development in the Eurasian Union countries for 2025.
According to the agency "Autostat," in 2025, Kyrgyzstan ranked first among the countries in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) for the import of new passenger cars to Russia. The total number amounted to 53.6 thousand cars. Belarus is in second place with 17.1 thousand cars, followed by Kazakhstan with 11 thousand and Armenia, where 344 cars were imported.
According to the EDB report (2026), the volume of accumulated foreign direct investments from Oman in the Eurasian region has increased from $250 million in 2016 to $1.1 billion by mid-2025. During the period under review, Oman's investment portfolio has grown 4.5 times, indicating a stable and consistent growth of Omani capital in this area.
- OJSC "State Development Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic" has announced the successful completion of a deal. According to reports, on February 11, 2026, a loan agreement was signed between OJSC "State Development Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic" and the Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic, which provides for the allocation of a budget loan in the amount of 2 billion soms for a period of 36 months.
The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan once again reminds that the deadline for the legalization of remaining jewelry items, which were previously imported or produced without primary documents, expires on March 1. There are only 16 days left to complete this campaign.
The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has drawn attention to the fact that March 1 is the deadline for the legalization of jewelry items that were imported or produced without primary documents. There are only 16 days left to complete this procedure.
In Kyrgyzstan, including the capital Bishkek, local producer, farmer, and artisan fairs offering socially significant products will be organized from now until June 2026. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry.
At a recent event "Organic Agri-Dialogue," dedicated to the future of agriculture, Jazgul Ibraimova, a senior lecturer at KNAU, expressed an important thought that organic farming in Kyrgyzstan can only develop if we stop viewing it as a temporary trend. She noted that this is essentially the only way to preserve soil health and ensure food security for future generations.
The company has been fined 200,000 soms, and construction work has been suspended In Cholpon-Ata, in the resort area, the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services of the Kyrgyz Republic reported the detection of illegal construction.
The amendments to the Law "On Pricing" became a topic of discussion in the Cabinet of Ministers. Deputies of the Jogorku Kenesh have already approved the draft in the first reading, however, entrepreneurs express serious concerns about potential negative consequences. The business community believes that such initiatives may lead to a shortage of goods and an increase in the shadow economy, which raises doubts about Kyrgyzstan's transition to socialist economic methods. Essence
- Honey exports from Kyrgyzstan decreased by 17% over the 11 months of 2025. This is reported in data provided by the National Statistics Committee. According to the information, from January to November 2025, 469 tons of honey were exported for a total of $1.4 million, which is 17% lower than the figures for the same period in 2024, when 563 tons of honey were exported for a total of $1.9 million.
The first meeting of the Intergovernmental Council between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan was held in Bishkek The first meeting of the Kyrgyz-Tajik Intergovernmental Council took place in Bishkek under the leadership of the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, and the Prime Minister of Tajikistan, Kohir Rasulzoda. This was reported by the press service of the government.
Throughout the 11 months of 2025, there has been a significant increase in the import of trucks from South Korea, amounting to 44%. This data was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency, from January to November, Kyrgyzstan acquired 10,000 trucks worth 45 million dollars. This is 44% more compared to the same period in 2024, when 7,000 trucks were imported for a total of 24 million dollars.
The implementation of the new policy is scheduled until 2033 President Sadyr Japarov signed a decree according to which heating enterprises of the Kyrgyz Republic will stop receiving subsidies. The refusal of subsidies will be carried out over the next decade, until 2033. According to information from the Ministry of Energy, about 2 billion soms are allocated annually for subsidies for the population due to low tariffs. In this regard, regular tariff increases are planned, which will allow
- From 2019 to 2024, Kyrgyzstan has demonstrated significant growth in foreign trade with various countries, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy. In particular, trade turnover with Estonia increased by 300% (from $1.5 million to $4.5 million), with Poland by 131.53% (from $26 million to $60.2 million), and with Germany by 323.42% (from $79.4 million to $256.8 million). According to the ministry, such growth has been made possible due to increases in both quantitative and
- On the air of the radio, the chief specialist of the municipal land department of the Bishkek city hall, Talantbek Ismailov, shared information about how land plots are allocated for electric charging stations and what news there is in this area. According to him, land contracts are most often signed for one year; however, if necessary, an extension for up to three years is possible.
- At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 11, 2026, Deputy Ulukbek Uzakbaev noted that farmers in the Chui region have been facing difficulties in obtaining quality harvests for several years. In his opinion, the main reason for this is the lack of irrigation water.
The draft amendments presented for public discussion include changes to the special tax regime concerning transaction tax. During previous changes, the tax rate for transactions through foreign banks was reduced from 0.2% to 0.1%, and the tax agent became the bank where the account is opened. However, restrictions arose, stating that a foreign organization could only have a settlement account in one bank in Kyrgyzstan. Practice has shown that international settlements often require complex
In the Batken region, the repair of 400 kilometers of power transmission lines with a voltage of 220/110/35 kV is planned. According to the Batken Electric Networks Enterprise, the work will be carried out in accordance with the plans of the Ministry of Energy aimed at updating and modernizing the power grid infrastructure. The branch of JSC "NESC" will begin repairs on the overhead power lines of the specified voltage.