- In Kyrgyzstan, as of January 17, raid inspections began at construction sites, reported the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. As of January 24, violations were identified at construction sites located at: 8 Sevastopolskaya St.; 6/1 Slavyanskaya St.; 13 Furmanova St.
Since its establishment in 2011, the High Technology Park (HTP) has achieved a total revenue of 40.4 billion soms. This was announced at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh Committee on Science, Education, and Innovative Development by HTP Director Azis Abakirov. According to Abakirov, over 12 years of operation, 761 million soms in income tax and 412 million soms in social contributions have been transferred to the state budget.
- In the last quarter of 2025, the amount of cash received by the cash registers of commercial banks in the republic amounted to 1 trillion 680 billion 175.6 million soms, according to information from the National Bank. Compared to the same period in 2024, this figure increased by 264 billion 920.6 million soms, which corresponds to a growth of 18.7%.
The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) has approved a draft agreement concerning electronic trade in goods within the EAEU and has sent it for the necessary domestic procedures in the member states of the "five". According to the EEC press service, this document aims to establish unified rules for electronic trade in the internal market, as well as to reduce the likelihood of barriers that hinder the free movement of goods.
In the Issyk-Ata district, projects for the modernization of key water systems are actively being implemented, including the Eastern Big Chu Canal (EBCC), the irrigation canal R-24, and the Tuzov Basin. The condition of the facilities and the progress of the repair work were inspected by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, Bakyt Torobaev. According to information provided by the press service, the
Last year, more than 3,600 patents for pawnshop activities were issued. This was reported by Eldiyar Mambetov, head of the operational control department of the State Tax Service. He noted that revenues from pawnshop activities amounted to over 54 million soms.
On January 23, the signing of a memorandum for the construction of a cascade of small hydropower plants on the Tar River took place between the Ministry of Energy of Kyrgyzstan and LLC "Kyrgyzstan Reclaim Co. Ltd." This event was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Energy. The memorandum was signed by Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov and the General Director of the company, Tszyu Chenzi.
Photo from the internet. The Russian ruble reached a record high for the entire year of 2025 According to the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, the rates of the euro, Russian ruble, and Kazakh tenge have increased, while the US dollar and Chinese yuan have shown a decline. The dollar remained at the same level. US Dollar Rate:
Central Asia, where the "One Belt, One Road" program was initiated for the first time, also serves as an example of successful joint construction within this initiative. Under the strategic leadership of the region's leaders, the cooperation mechanisms in the "China-Central Asia" format demonstrate stability and progress in trade and economic relations.
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In the Kara-Kulja district of the Osh region, a memorandum of understanding has been signed between the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and LLC "Kyrgyzstan Reclaim Co. LTD" for the construction of a cascade of small hydropower plants on the Tar River. This was reported by the Ministry of Energy. The document was signed by Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov and the General Director of the company, Tsu Chenzi.
On the morning of January 26, the exchange rates for foreign currencies at the Mossovet exchange offices are presented as follows:
- In 2025, the volume of walnut imports from China to Kyrgyzstan decreased by 32.0% compared to the previous year, according to data from the General Administration of Customs of China. The physical volume of supplies fell from 42.2 thousand tons in 2024 to 28.7 thousand tons in 2025.
- As of 08:30 on January 26, 2026, the exchange rate of the US dollar in banks of Kyrgyzstan is 87.3-87.45 soms (buy) and 87.7-87.8 soms (sell). The euro is currently trading at a price of 101.9-102.9 soms (buy) and 102.9-103.9 soms (sell).
In accordance with the statement submitted on January 23, 2026, the National Bank announced the revocation of the license of the exchange office OsOO "Nasyr LTD". This organization was located in Talas at: Otorbaeva Street, 214, in the "Asia" shopping center.
On the Comex exchange, the price of gold futures has surpassed the $5,000 mark for the first time per troy ounce. As of December 5, Bishkek time, the price of the precious metal reached $5,027.3 per troy ounce, an increase of 0.82 percent. At the same time, the price of silver futures also set a new record, exceeding $105 per troy ounce, but then slightly corrected to $104.5 per troy ounce, which corresponds to a growth of 3.13 percent.
- The Cabinet announced the launch of the KGST stablecoin in 2026-2027. This initiative is included in the government's action plan. The issuance of the stablecoin is scheduled from the first quarter of 2026 to the third quarter of 2027.
According to information posted on the Telegram channel of Sergey Tselikov, the director of the agency "Autostat," by 2025, about 50% of Toyota cars sold in Russia will be imported through Kyrgyzstan. The number of imported cars has increased by 12% compared to 2024. Most of the new cars are produced in China, while used cars mainly come from Japan.
The import of vegetables, fruits, and nuts from China to Kyrgyzstan reached an impressive $1 billion by 2025, according to information provided by the General Administration of Customs of China. There was a recorded increase in supplies of 46.9% in monetary terms, which corresponds to an increase of $0.3 billion.
- According to the analysis presented in the EFCR report (December 2025), the share of imports in the country's GDP will gradually decrease during the period from 2026 to 2028. In 2024, this figure will be 86.4% of the total GDP, and by the end of 2025, it is expected to drop to 71.3%.
- In Kyrgyzstan, inspections of construction sites continue in various regions, as reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. Specialists from the Talas Regional Department of the State Architectural and Construction Control found violations at a construction site located at 176 Berdike Batyr Street in the city of Talas.
- On January 22, 2026, at the Russian-Kazakh section of the border, employees of the Rosselkhoznadzor Administration for the Omsk Region detained a truck that was heading to Tatarstan. During the inspection, 20 tons of butter from the Kazakh company LLP "Maslo-Del" were discovered, as reported by Rosselkhoznadzor. During the document check, discrepancies were found between the stated data and the actual labeling. The veterinary certificate of the Customs Union indicated a production
In the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union, there is a significant increase in the popularity of online shopping. According to data from the Eurasian Economic Commission, 95% of citizens in these states make purchases online. Lydia Osaulenko, head of the consumer rights protection department in the sanitary, phytosanitary, and veterinary measures department of the EEC, noted that among all online shoppers, 80% also order various services.
The press service of the Ministry of Economy reported that Kyrgyzstan has been elected chair of the SPECA Program for 2026. This decision was made in Ashgabat during the SPECA week, where the twentieth session of the Steering Committee and the second meeting of the Steering Committee of the SPECA Fund took place.
- According to information from the Ministry of Economy, from January to December 2025, the service sector remained a key element of Kyrgyzstan's economic structure, contributing the most to economic growth. The total production volume in the service sector reached 1,553.2 billion soms, which is 11.3% more compared to 2024.
Currently, the "Sultan" workshop in Uch-Korgon is actively participating in the economic life of the region by providing employment to local residents, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture.
- On January 24, the Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev, who also serves as the acting Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, visited several key facilities in the Issyk-Ata district, including the Eastern Big Chui Canal, the irrigation canal R-24, and the Tuz Basin. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During his visit, the minister reviewed the condition of the canals and the ongoing repair works.
- By the end of 2025, the area from which grain crops were harvested amounted to 605.9 thousand hectares, according to data from the Ministry of Economy. From these lands, 1.8 million tons of grain were collected (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat), which is 14.2% lower than in 2024. The average yield was approximately 29 quintals per hectare.
- The Government of the Kyrgyz Republic has instructed the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economy to create a new guarantee fund in the years 2027-2030. This initiative is included in the government's action plan. The official document emphasizes that the establishment of the new fund will be an important step towards increasing competition in the guarantee services market and expanding the available tools for business support.
- According to information provided by the EEC, 95% of the population in the EAEU countries uses electronic means for purchases. Moreover, 80% of them also acquire various services. However, many users face violations of their rights. As Osaulenko noted, this issue affects every second resident of the EAEU countries.
- According to the results of 2025, the volume of meat production in Kyrgyzstan reached 476.1 thousand tons in live weight, as reported by the Ministry of Economy. This is an increase of 16.4 thousand tons or 3.6% compared to 2024. The main factor for growth was the increased livestock population.
According to data from Rosstat, gasoline AI-92 has increased in price by 0.1% and now costs 62.13 rubles (72.07 soms) per liter, while the price of AI-95 has also risen by 0.1%, amounting to 67.58 rubles (78.39 soms). At the same time, gasoline AI-98 and more expensive brands have grown in cost by 0.2%, reaching 90.64 rubles (105.14 soms) per liter. The price of diesel fuel has increased by 0.1% over the week, totaling 77.02 rubles (89.34 soms).
Last week in Bishkek, there was an increase in prices for products such as bread, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, carrots, apples, pears, and sugar. At the same time, prices for buckwheat, cucumbers, onions, cabbage, and bananas decreased. Thus, the total cost of the basic grocery set increased by 210 soms, reaching 6,932 soms.
For the first time in its history, the price of gold has exceeded $4,800 per ounce. This data was provided by a trading platform. Gold continues to rise in price, reaching new records. Experts point to its status as a reliable asset that protects capital in conditions of geopolitical and economic instability.
According to information from the ministry, the fairs will operate until June 2026, covering all regions, including the capital Bishkek. These events are aimed at selling socially significant goods.
Takeuchi Norihiko, who arrived in Kyrgyzstan, began his duties on December 10, 2025. For two years, he will provide consulting and analytical services to the National Investment Agency, including participating in the creation of the Investment Policy Development Strategy for the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030.
According to the report from the Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Antimonopoly Service spent budget funds ineffectively and committed a number of violations. The main issues include insufficient strengthening of the material and technical base, accounting errors, questionable bonuses, and unjustified rental expenses.
A check was conducted at the Bishkek Concrete Plant (BCP), as reported by the Ministry of Construction. The team from the Republican Center for Certification in Construction, in collaboration with the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control, carried out an on-site inspection at the enterprise OsOO "Bishkek Concrete Plant".
- As of the end of 2025, the gross agricultural output in Kyrgyzstan amounted to 459.7 billion soms, according to information from the Ministry of Economy. The real growth rate compared to 2024 was 102.2%.
The meeting between the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic and the leadership of the Azerbaijan-Kyrgyz Development Fund (AKDF) took place. The main topic of discussion was attracting investments in the agricultural sector and processing. Deputy Minister Bekten Bekbolotov and Head of the Project Implementation and PPP Sector Iskak Anarbekov represented the ministry, while the fund was represented by co-chairs Zamir Osmonov and Iqbal Babaev,
In the Manas district of the Talas region, there is a noticeable growth in farms specializing in the breeding of high-yield pedigree livestock. Currently, 48 specialized cooperatives are successfully operating in the meat and dairy sectors.
In Kyrgyzstan, electricity consumption in 2025 amounted to more than 19.3 billion kilowatt-hours. This data was presented at a meeting of the Ministry of Energy, as reported by the press service of the agency. Of the total electricity production, which was 15.4 billion kilowatt-hours, the distribution by sources is as follows:
A working meeting discussing the development of bilateral cooperation in the agro-industrial sector took place at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the country. Participants included representatives from the Uzbek-Kyrgyz Development Fund (UKFR). The event was attended by Deputy Minister Bekten Bekbolotov and Iskhak Anarbekov, who is responsible for project implementation and public-private partnerships. From the UKFR, the chairman of the board Aziz
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On January 23, 2026, President Sadyr Japarov organized a meeting with leaders of major construction companies, as well as representatives from the Bishkek city administration and relevant government agencies. The format of the event implied active interaction, where participants asked questions and discussed issues related to the fulfillment of obligations by developers, as well as the need to resolve contradictions and improve the regulatory framework in the construction sector.
The World Bank has approved the creation of the first electricity market in Central Asia, aimed at developing cross-border trade and integrating energy systems. This program is designed for a ten-year period, as stated on the official World Bank website. In the first phase of implementation, the initiative will receive funding of $143.2 million for Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and the Energy Coordination Dispatch Center. Of this amount, $140 million will be allocated by the International
- Today, January 23, 2026, the president of the Association of Markets, Sergey Ponomarev, shared information about a meeting that took place with President Sadyr Japarov, which was attended by the heads of the largest construction companies in Kyrgyzstan. During the meeting, the issue related to item 10 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 150 dated July 18, 2025, "On the Implementation of the Land Code of the Kyrgyz Republic" was discussed.
- Today, January 23, President Sadyr Japarov organized a meeting with the leadership of major construction companies in Kyrgyzstan, which was also attended by representatives of government agencies and the city hall of the capital. The format of the meeting allowed for an active dialogue, during which current issues related to the fulfillment of obligations by developers and the need to improve the regulatory framework in the construction industry were raised.