A new document has been adopted in Kyrgyzstan that amends the restrictions on the export of petroleum products to countries not part of the Eurasian Economic Union. According to this resolution, "China Petrol Company Junda" is now allowed to export K-2 class diesel fuel, as well as AI-80 and AI-92 grade gasoline outside the union.
The record price was recorded in October and amounted to 126 thousand dollars According to Binance exchange, the current price of Bitcoin is 62,345 dollars, which occurred at 23:55 Moscow time.
- During his speech, Marlen Mamataliyev raised an important issue regarding the increase in food prices in the country. He recommended that the Antimonopoly Regulation Service intensify its actions and suggested utilizing the experience of city mayors and district akims, who conduct inspections and document them on video.
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to revoke licenses from several exchange offices for non-compliance with the requirements of legislation and regulatory acts. These measures were taken on February 3 and 4, 2026, when the corresponding decisions to suspend the activities of a number of organizations dealing with cash foreign currency were announced. The list of exchange offices that have been sanctioned includes:
The total market volume amounted to 1.9 trillion soms. The volume of services for the population increased by 16.3%, reaching 0.8 trillion soms. In February, the Jogorku Kenesh plans to consider a draft law that proposes changes to the law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Pricing." If the law is adopted, it will give the Antimonopoly Regulation Service the ability to introduce state price regulation on services.
The First Deputy Prime Minister reminded about the existing mechanisms for insuring risks in agriculture. Daniyar Amangeldiev, holding the position of First Deputy Prime Minister, during a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh reported that the republican budget does not provide for payments to farmers in the event of mudflows or crop failures.
At a briefing held today, the Deputy General Director for Economics and Finance of Gazprom Kyrgyzstan, Arzymat Aldayev, reported that the reconstruction project of CHPP-2 is under consideration by government authorities. According to Aldayev, the contract for gas supply to CHPP-2 has already been signed. "We plan to synchronize all our investment programs based on the fact that gas supply to CHPP-2 should begin in the heating season of 2027/2028. As part of this work, agreements have also
The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has presented the exchange rates of foreign currencies as of February 6: The dollar rate remained unchanged at 87.45 soms. At the same time, the euro continues to decline in value, while the Russian ruble shows slight strengthening.
- From February 3 to 4, 2026, the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan decided to revoke the licenses for conducting exchange operations with cash foreign currency from the following bureaus: LLC "Forex Gold" — license issued on May 11, 2022 No. 6290. Location: Osh region, Kara-Suu district, rural district of Kyzyl-Kyshtak, village of Zhany-Turmush (landmark: Checkpoint "Dostuk — Road"). LLC "Aziza LTD" — license issued on February 27, 2024 No. 6719. Address: city of Osh,
At a briefing on February 6, Kaniyet Nasirdinov, head of the sector for the development of integration management coordination of the EAEU at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, spoke about a partial solution to the problem of VAT payment for exporters sending goods from Kyrgyzstan to Russia through marketplaces. The Ministry noted that since the third quarter of 2025, domestic manufacturers in the light industry have faced serious difficulties.
Based on the budget parameters for 2025–2027, the revenue part of the city budget will not fall below this mark. According to forecasts, in 2026, the capital's budget will amount to 25.32 billion soms, while in 2027, an increase to 27.46 billion soms is expected, indicating an increase of almost 2.1 billion soms over the year.
In 2026, OJSC "National Electric Network of Kyrgyzstan" plans to purchase 35 units of specialized equipment, as reported by the company's press service. Funding will be provided from the company's own resources. The procurement includes the acquisition of 16 crew vehicles, 8 excavators, 8 cherry pickers with a height of 25 meters, and 3 tractor units with trailers. This equipment will be used for the maintenance of power lines, installation work, and transportation of
Information about the currency exchange rates was collected from the official websites of commercial banks. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. These data are current at the time of publication. The rates refer to cash currency exchange and may change throughout the day. The official exchange rate of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and current currency exchange rates in Bishkek are available here.
In the Toktogul district, a large project has begun, aimed at developing rain-fed lands for intensive horticulture. The initiative was launched by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, which is preparing 30 hectares of land using modern agronomic technologies to support local farmers.
According to information provided by the press service of the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan, actions have been taken against several currency exchange points that violated current legislation. As a result of inspections conducted on February 3 and 4, licenses for cash foreign currency exchange were revoked from the following exchange offices:
According to RIA Novosti, since the beginning of the current year, Bitcoin has lost a quarter of its value. On the largest cryptocurrency exchange Binance, as of 7:22 AM Moscow time, the price of Bitcoin has decreased by 9.04% over the past day, amounting to $64,806.56. During trading, minimum values were recorded at the level of $60,000, marking the first decline to this level since October 10, 2024. According to data from CoinMarketCap, which analyzes average prices on more than 20
With the arrival of early spring in Kyrgyzstan, farmers in the Aravan district have begun planting potatoes. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, favorable weather conditions have developed for successful sowing, and necessary agronomic measures have been taken. According to the department, the potatoes currently being planted will be ready for sale as early as May. One local farmer, who is tending to 90 acres of land, expects to harvest over 20 tons during this time.
According to the macroeconomic forecast prepared by the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), expectations for 2026 indicate moderate growth in global GDP, which reflects the gradual adaptation of the world economy to new trade barriers. Bank experts emphasize that GDP growth rates in developed countries will remain low. The main factors limiting investment activity are a high degree of uncertainty and a significant level of public debt. Nevertheless, the development of IT infrastructure will
The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has approved measures aimed at assisting meat processors by introducing benefits for beef imports. According to information from the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of Kyrgyzstan, until December 31, 2026, up to 5,000 tons of meat can be imported into the EAEU under special, preferential conditions. These rules apply to both fresh and frozen beef. However, to obtain a "zero" tariff or reduced rates, importers will need
Changes have occurred in the location of wholesale meat trade in Bishkek. The sales point previously located at the Osh market is now situated in the new meat pavilion "Chuygun," which operates on the territory of the "Altyn-Taka" market. This facility has already begun its operations. For customers who prefer early shopping, the working hours remain unchanged - the pavilion opens its doors at 03:00 AM. The main advantage of the new pavilion is the opportunity to purchase
In 2025, 26 auctions related to mineral rights were held in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by Askar Sydykov, Executive Director of the International Business Council, during a business breakfast at the "B5+1" forum. According to the MDS, a total of 2,005 licenses for mineral extraction have been issued so far, of which 103 licenses belong to state companies.
- At the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh, parliamentarians discussed the draft Law of the Kyrgyz Republic "On Breeding in Animal Husbandry" in its second reading. The report was presented by the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev.
As of the morning of February 6, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Moscow City Council are as follows:
New support measures for the private sector of preschool education are being launched in Uzbekistan. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev announced that entrepreneurs who establish kindergartens on vacant land plots of state institutions and schools will be exempt from rent for a period of 30 years. This measure is especially important for regions where the coverage of children in preschool education remains low.
According to analysts at Stifel, the price of Bitcoin could drop to $38,000. They compared the current decline in the value of the most popular cryptocurrency to the plot of "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button." In October 2022, the price of Bitcoin reached a record high of over $126,000, but then fell to $67,000, returning to levels not seen since November 2024. Analysts emphasize that the bearish trend (bets on decline) of the cryptocurrency fits into a linear trend that points to
Photo from the internet. The Russian ruble has started to recover after a significant decline Data provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek show that the exchange rate of the Kazakh tenge and the Russian ruble has increased, while the euro and the Chinese yuan have become cheaper. The exchange rate of the US dollar remains stable. US Dollar:
In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Energy has launched a competition for conducting engineering and geological surveys for the Kambaratinskaya HPP-1. This information was provided by representatives of the ministry. As clarified by the ministry, this procurement is organized within the framework of the project "Technical Assistance for the Kambaratinskaya HPP-1 project" and will be conducted using an unlimited method and a two-package approach.
- On February 4, the Ministry of Construction announced the conduct of inspections at construction sites in the capital as part of raid activities. During the construction of a three-story shopping center on Tokmok Street, 59, discrepancies with construction norms and regulations were discovered.
At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the deputies reviewed a draft law concerning the ratification of an agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Italian Republic on the encouragement and protection of investments. This document, signed on May 30, 2025, in Astana, was adopted in the first reading. The main objective of the agreement is to create a legal framework for attracting foreign direct investment. It aims to protect the rights and interests of investors by providing favorable
The last time the price of Bitcoin fell below $70,000 was in November 2024. This time, its price temporarily dropped to $69,821 at the start of trading on the New York Stock Exchange, as reported by Meduza, citing Bloomberg data. According to Bloomberg, the cryptocurrency has lost more than 44% of its value compared to the record level of over $126,000 reached in October 2025. Shiliang Tan, managing partner of Monarq Asset Management, noted that there is a "crisis of confidence" in
Gulya Kozhokulova, a deputy, addressed the National Bank and the government with a request to take measures to reduce the fees that entrepreneurs pay during financial transactions. Previously, many businesspeople expressed dissatisfaction that some banks retain between 1% and 1.7% of the amount of transfers during interbank transactions.
- The Social Fund invested 11.9 billion soms in government securities of the Ministry of Finance of Kyrgyzstan in 2025. This information was published on the fund's website. The annual yield of these securities ranges from 12.86% to 16.00%.
According to the EDB, over nine years, accumulated foreign direct investments from Vietnam to the Eurasian region have increased and reached $825 million by 2026. It is expected that the volume of these investments will grow from $613 million in 2016 to $825 million by mid-2025, which corresponds to a 34% increase and is accompanied by a diversification of investment geography.
The Minister of Construction explained measures to curb housing prices in the Jogorku Kenesh At a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, the Minister of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, Nurdin Oruntaev, stated that Kyrgyzstan still depends on the import of building materials, with Russia previously being the main supplier of metal.
- The first 11 months of 2025 set a new record for the last two decades (since 2005) in the volume of money transfers to Kyrgyzstan. This became possible thanks to data from the National Bank. During the specified period, the inflow amounted to $3.22 billion, exceeding the previous record of 2022 ($3.09 billion), which was caused by geopolitical upheavals.
- In Bishkek, in 2025, 69.9 billion soms were allocated for housing construction in fixed capital. These figures were announced on January 29 by the National Statistics Committee. This indicator increased by 1.5 times compared to 2024.
- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, 2026, Deputy Elvira Surabaldiyeva voiced the problems faced by the investors of the "Kochmon City" residential complex, the construction of which was initiated by the company "Prime Holding," and later the project was handed over to the State Mortgage Company. These people are seeking assistance in resolving their difficulties. She noted that after the transfer of the project to the State Mortgage Company, the
According to the National Statistical Committee, by the end of 2024, the volume of the shadow economy in Kyrgyzstan will amount to 308 billion soms. This means that the share of the hidden economy in the country's gross domestic product has increased by 0.3 percentage points compared to 2023 and reached 19.5%.
Photo from the internet. Alamedin Market in Bishkek According to the report of the National Statistical Committee, as of the end of 2025, there were 315 markets registered in Kyrgyzstan, of which 154 have the status of mixed daily markets, as well as 95 shopping centers. Market Structure The total number of trading places in the markets reached 83,416 units. The majority are clothing markets — 29,048 places, as well as mixed markets — 23,892 places.
The "HoReCa Club" Association, which unites representatives of the restaurant and hotel business, commented to Kaktus.media on the statement by the First Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev that including the cost of services in the price of dishes is unlawful. According to the "HoReCa Club," today the hospitality industry in Kyrgyzstan stands at a crossroads: it is necessary to decide how to preserve jobs or succumb to populism. The association urges the government to
The business forum B5+1 titled "Central Asia - USA" has concluded in Bishkek. The Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan, Benazir Nurlanova, spoke at the final plenary session of the event. According to her, about 400 people representing 211 companies and organizations participated in the forum. It is particularly noteworthy that among the participants were leading companies working on new solutions and cooperation formats.
- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 5, 2026, Deputy Gulsunkan Junushalieva raised the issue of the disposal of used vegetable oil. She pointed out that oil is allowed to be used only twice.
Since the beginning of 2025, 26 auctions for the right to use subsoil plots have been held, attracting approximately $1.6 million. This information was announced by representatives of the International Business Council at a business breakfast held as part of the two-day B5+1 business forum. As of September 2025, 2005 licenses for subsoil use have been issued in the country, of which 103 belong to state enterprises with full state participation. According to the state balance of reserves, over
Tailors will receive support from the presidential fund During a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Prime Minister Daniyar Amangeldiev announced that tailors will be able to take advantage of interest-free loans provided by two state banks — Aiyl Bank and Eldik Bank. According to Amangeldiev, the tailoring business in Kyrgyzstan is facing financial difficulties, which prompted the president to decide to provide such assistance.
From January 26 to February 1, 2026, the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan participated in the annual World Money Fair, which took place in Berlin, Germany, as reported in the official release from the NBKR. The World Money Fair is a leading international platform in the field of numismatics, where coin manufacturers, national banks, mints, specialists, dealers, and collectors come together. Each year, the event gathers about 300 participants from more than 50 countries.
The First Deputy Prime Minister spoke about the reasons for the problems in the sewing sector at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Umbetaly Kydyraliev raised the issue of the difficult situation in the sewing industry of Kyrgyzstan, which arose in the second half of 2025. He addressed Daniyar Amangeldiev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, with a question about why the government allowed such a situation.
At the meeting of the permanent commission of the Bishkek City Council, the director of the Department of Transport and Road Transport Infrastructure, Ulanbek Beishenbaev, reported on the need to allocate 6 billion 5 million soms for the year 2026. The requested funds will be directed to the following key areas:
- As part of the raid activities, inspectors from the Batken Regional Department of the State Architectural and Construction Control conducted inspections at various construction sites. During these inspections, violations of safety regulations were identified during the construction of a 7-story residential building on Lenin Street in the city of Kyzyl-Kiya.