The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has updated the foreign exchange rates for December 29: The value of the dollar and euro has decreased, while the ruble has strengthened.
Data sources are the commercial banks of the country. For clarification of information, it is recommended to contact the banks directly. This information is current as of its publication date. Exchange rates are provided for cash currency and may change throughout the day.
As of the end of the first half of 2025, Kyrgyzstan attracted $562 million in foreign direct investment (FDI). This was announced at a press conference in Bishkek held on December 29, 2025, where Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency, spoke. He noted that compared to the first half of 2024, when the inflow of FDI amounted to $462 million, there is a significant growth of 21.7%. Among the main countries investing in Kyrgyzstan, Sabirov highlighted China, Russia, and Turkey,
Despite the whims of the weather, the farmers' market in Bishkek continues to operate, delighting city dwellers in both rain and snow. Participants of the market, preparing for the New Year celebrations, shared with the correspondent of VB.KG their ways of "warming up" to create a cozy atmosphere for buyers. Since early morning, there has been a lively flow of customers, and although the snow quickly melted, the cold is still felt. As soon as the rush of buyers subsides, sellers
According to information from the federal center "Agroexport," Kyrgyzstan has secured a place among the top five countries importing cottage cheese and cheese from Russia. From January to October 2025, Russia increased the export of these products by 13% compared to the same period in 2024, reaching a total of over 139 million dollars.
An open auction for the sale of property has been announced by OJSC "Shakhta Zhyrgalan." As part of the auction, five lots will be offered, including land plots and one plot with a building, located in the Ak-Suysky district, reports the special administrator of the company. The following lots are up for auction:
- Previously, a large portion of the state budget was allocated to salary payments, which practically excluded the possibility of investing in development. Currently, 35% of the budget will be directed towards development. This was announced by the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan, Daniyar Amangeldiev, in an interview with state media. According to him, the budget for 2026 should be viewed not as a social budget, but as a development budget. The projected economic
Photo from the internet. The dollar's exchange rate against the som has changed for the first time in the last two months Based on data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, there is an increase in the official rates of the Kazakh tenge and the Russian ruble, while the dollar, euro, and Chinese yuan have lost value. US Dollar:
In the morning of December 29, the exchange rates at the Moskovsky Sovet exchange points are presented as follows:
According to Arzybek Kozhoshev, the Minister of Energy and Infrastructure of the Eurasian Economic Commission, the cabotage transportation program for the EAEU states will be fully implemented by 2026. This statement was made during the summary of the year 2025. He also noted significant achievements in the field of transport over the past period.
In Kara-Kul, a raid was conducted aimed at monitoring prices for meat and coal, as well as ensuring food security in the region. As part of this initiative, organized at the city's major market, price indicators and compliance with standards for essential goods were checked.
- As of the morning of December 29, 2025, the exchange rate of the US dollar in the banks of Kyrgyzstan fluctuates between 87.1-87.3 soms for buying and 87.55-87.8 soms for selling. As for the euro, its value ranges from 101.9 to 102.8 soms for buying and from 102.9 to 103.8 soms for selling.
The international forum Meet Global MICE Congress (MGMC), held on December 17-18, gathered over 2500 participants, nearly double the figures from last year and six times compared to the first congress. This event confirmed Moscow's high status as a center for business tourism, attracting professionals from 37 countries of BRICS and the Global South. Congress Participants
According to forecasts, in the coming year, Kyrgyzstan's economy will take leading positions in its region, demonstrating GDP growth of 9.3 percent. This analysis was presented by the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB). Analysts emphasize that such growth will be supported by increased investments in the fields of transport, energy, water supply, and housing construction. The EDB also predicts that by the end of 2026, inflation will decrease to 8.3 percent. However, a sharper decline in
- According to the EDB report (2025), by mid-2025, the volume of Chinese investments in Kyrgyzstan will amount to $2.1 billion. Accumulated foreign direct investments (FDI) from China increased from $826 million in 2016 and reached the stated amount in the first half of 2025. According to the EDB, Kyrgyzstan accounts for 5.8% of the total volume of Chinese FDI in Central Asia.
- In January-November 2025, Uzbekistan sold gold worth $9.8 billion, according to information published at the end of December by the National Statistics Committee. Compared to the same period last year, the value of gold exports increased by 47.9%.
The investment fund Central Asia Capital has become the first private business to present an ESG report at the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange.
- Due to violations of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic and the regulatory acts of the National Bank, from December 26, 2025, to January 9, 2026, inclusive, the exchange office of LLC "Askar Cash" in Bishkek has temporarily lost its license No. 6539, issued on June 21, 2023. The relevant information was published by the regulator's press service. The exchange office is located at: Bishkek, Baytik Baatyr Street, 49.
The economic situation in Kyrgyzstan shows a noticeable growth in nominal indicators; however, the issue of inflation remains relevant. This was stated by Askar Sydykov, Executive Director of the International Business Council, in an interview on the radio. Sydykov reported that by the end of the year, economic growth is over 10%, while the government forecasts it at around 11%.
- According to the information presented in the EDB report for 2025, the majority of new Chinese investments in the Eurasian region are directed towards Central Asian countries. In the first half of 2025, China initiated 25 new projects with total investments amounting to $873 million. The total number of projects increased from 171 in 2023 to 213 by mid-2025.
In an interview with Aynur Samanov, the trade representative of Russia in Kyrgyzstan, key achievements of 2025 were highlighted and plans for 2026 were outlined.
In northwestern China, the longest road tunnel has been opened for traffic, built on the Urumqi - Uwei expressway. The length of this tunnel is over 22 kilometers, as reported by Chongqing Daily.
- The report for January–November 2025 presents information that the volume of invested funds in the construction of hotels and restaurants increased by 23.2% compared to the previous year. This data was published in statistical materials. The reports indicate that the main source of financing in this sector has been funds from the population, charitable contributions from residents of the Kyrgyz Republic, as well as financing from enterprises and organizations, including bank loans. These
In the Jaiyl district of the Chui region, the official opening of a factory engaged in the production of explosives took place, as reported by correspondents from the akimat. According to information received on December 25, the factory of OsOO "Nomad Pro" was launched in the village of Altyn Sary of the Koosky ayil district with the participation of President Sadyr Japarov in an online format.
The Kyrgyz Geological Service, operating under the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic, provided clarifications regarding the identified gas reserves in Batken, which were established by Chinese investors. According to available data, the reserves amount to 500 million cubic meters. According to official information, the North Rishtan oil and gas field is located in the Kadamjai district of the Batken region, approximately 60 kilometers
- On December 27, President Sadyr Japarov visited the plant of LLC "Tian-Shan Trout," which is engaged in the production of fish feed in the Panfilov district of the Chui region. This was reported by the press service of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The construction of this plant cost $5 million and was carried out on an area of about 7 hectares.
- In the Naryn region, at the "Torugart" checkpoint, the passage of a cargo of 20 tons of fat from sheep, which was coming from China, was not allowed, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the data provided by the agency, the inspection of the cargo was conducted by border veterinary control inspectors.
- From January to November 2025, transfers to the Social Fund from the republican budget amounted to 40.1 billion soms, as stated in the Ministry of Finance's report on the execution of the state budget. The Ministry of Finance has also updated the forecast for transfers to the Social Fund for 2025, which is reflected in the draft law with amendments to the republican budget.
- As stated in the master plan, by the beginning of 2025, this indicator will reach 14 square meters per person. According to the document, by 2050, the construction of 24,804 thousand square meters of new housing is planned in Bishkek, which will increase the total housing stock of the city to 42,240.9 thousand square meters. The largest amount of construction work is expected in the Leninsky and Oktyabrsky districts due to the implementation of previously approved projects.
- According to an analysis by the EDB analysts, there have been changes in the structure of Chinese investments in the Eurasian region (2025). In the context of Chinese foreign direct investments (FDI) in this region, several significant trends can be highlighted. One of them is the change in the composition of investment companies.
- The Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic has reported that 83.1 billion soms were transferred to the Stabilization Fund during the 11 months of 2025. This information is included in the budget execution report. According to the updated draft of the republican budget, it is planned to transfer 89.1 billion soms to the fund in 2025.
At the IV People's Kurultai, held on December 26 in Bishkek, Sadyr Japarov spoke about the state mortgage program. President Japarov mentioned that delegate Saadatbek Kusegenov raised the issue of high housing prices offered by the State Mortgage Company (GIK). Japarov reminded that in 2021 and 2022, the government invited private construction companies to participate in the program, offering to build apartments at a price of 600–700 dollars per square meter, but the companies rejected
According to analysts from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), the structure of Chinese investments in the Eurasian region is undergoing significant changes, which will be relevant in 2025. Several key trends are highlighted in the analysis of Chinese direct foreign investments (FDI) in this region, particularly concerning economic sectors.
The population will be able to purchase goods at affordable prices From December 27 to 31, daily fairs will be organized in Kyrgyzstan. This was reported by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry.
These are free budget resources The Kyrgyz Ministry of Finance conducted the placement of 100 million soms from the stabilization account into deposits of commercial banks through an auction. This process covered two terms — 6 and 9 months.
15.5 billion soms were allocated for their construction and repair According to information provided by the press service of the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services, in 2025, 15.5 billion soms were allocated from the republican budget for the construction and major repair of socio-cultural facilities. This amount exceeds the corresponding figure for 2024 by 33.6%.
In Korea, over 1,500 Kyrgyz citizens are working under the EPS program.
- As of the end of January-November 2025, the volume of investments in the construction of facilities related to water supply and waste processing increased by 2.4 times. This data was provided by statistical agencies. The majority of the funding came from foreign investments, as well as from republican and local budgets, which accounted for 96.5% of the total volume.
The mining sector took second place in tax payments During the 11 months of 2025, significant sectors of the economy made a substantial contribution to the formation of the state budget.
This figure is 21.5% lower than at the same time last year. According to information received on October 1, 2025, the population of Kyrgyzstan amounted to 7 million 374 thousand people.
Decrease in coal production volumes in 2025 At the beginning of 2025, the state enterprise "Kyrgyzkomur" produced 1.35 million tons of coal, which is 0.25 million tons or 15.6% less compared to the same period last year.
The parties confirmed the agreements previously reached in Baku
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With the approach of the New Year, we have updated the product composition of the festive basket. 24.kg has provided an estimate of the average consumer basket for Bishkek. In the last two years, before the holiday, we have changed the components of the basket, taking into account the expenses for the New Year's table. Thus, we can analyze the change in its cost over the year.
- According to statistical data, the volume of investments in fixed assets directed towards the construction of manufacturing facilities increased by 30% from January to November 2024. The main sources of financing were funds from enterprises and organizations, foreign direct investments, bank loans, as well as funds from the population and charitable organizations registered in the Kyrgyz Republic. These sources accounted for 91.9% of the total investment volume.
According to Kasymaliev, tourism in Kyrgyzstan is showing rapid development and is becoming an important sector of the economy. As part of an ambitious investment project, the construction of the "Ala-Tuu Resort" ski cluster has begun, which will operate year-round. This project, located in the Ak-Suu district of the Issyk-Kul region, covers three zones: Jyrgalang, Ak-Bulak, and Boz-Uchuk, with a total area of 3,916 hectares.
- In his address to the believers, the mufti emphasized that the sharp rise in prices of goods and services, as well as speculation, constitutes a sin and oppression. He noted that price inflation caused by the greed of merchants, the exploitation of people's needs, and the creation of monopolies contradicts the Creator's commandments. Islam permits trade, but insists on justice, mercy, and the maintenance of social equilibrium. Prices can only rise for objective reasons related to
During the meeting held in December 2025, an Action Plan (roadmap) was signed for the implementation of the Declaration concerning the further development of economic processes within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union until 2030 and for the period up to 2045, called the "Eurasian Economic Path." This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economic Development and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan.