Ministry of Economy: Kyrgyzstan is ready to defend its rights if Russia and Kazakhstan create trade barriers in the EAEU
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance and Entrepreneurship, held on March 2, 2026, deputy Ismanali Joroev raised the issue of barriers to the export of Kyrgyz goods to EAEU countries.
He noted that goods from abroad arrive without significant difficulties, while the export of local products faces serious obstacles.
Joroev also emphasized the long queues of trucks at the border with Kazakhstan.
“When will we be able to transport our goods freely within the EAEU?” he asked.
Deputy Minister of Economy Sultan Akhmatov explained that the delays are caused by internal problems in Russia and Kazakhstan, complicating transit.
“If they continue to violate EAEU rules and create barriers, we are ready to defend our interests. We will prepare all necessary letters and send them to the Eurasian Economic Commission,” Akhmatov assured.
During the meeting, a draft protocol on amendments to the Agreement on Customs Liability of the member states of the customs union dated July 5, 2010 (under approval) was also discussed.
Kyrgyzstan became the only country in the EAEU with a budget surplus for 2025
As of the end of 2025, Kyrgyzstan was the only country in the EAEU with a state budget surplus. This data was published on February 27 by the Department of Statistics of the Eurasian Economic Commission.
Total revenues amounted to $7.0 billion, expenses were $6.5 billion, resulting in a surplus of $0.6 billion.
At the same time, Armenia recorded a deficit of $1.1 billion, Kazakhstan - $7.8 billion, and Russia - $67.4 billion. Information on Belarus is unavailable.
The EAEU consists of five countries: Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia.
Who is the new Deputy Minister of Transport Baktyluu Mombekov? Resume
Baktyluu Askar uulu Mombekov was appointed Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications as of February 20, 2026, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Transport, providing Tazabek with his resume.
Education:
2010 - Agrarian Technical College of the Kyrgyz Agrarian University named after K. I. Skryabin, specialty "Applied Geodesy";
2012 - Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyna, specialty "Finance and Credit";
2014 - Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic named after K. Dikambaev, Master's degree in "Jurisprudence".
Work experience:
2013-2014 - Specialist in the Department of Inspection of Non-Bank Financial Credit Institutions of the National Bank;
2014-2015 - Inspector in the same department;
2015-2016 - Leading Inspector in the Department of Operation Expertise;
2016-2018 - Expert of the Judicial Representation under the Government;
2019 - Head of the Digital Transformation Sector in the Government Office;
2019-2020 - Expert in the Department of Legal Expertise;
2021 - Expert in the Department of Construction and Transport of the Government Office;
2021 - Expert in the Industry Department of the Presidential Administration;
2021-2022 - Expert in the Department for Preparing Decisions of the President and the Cabinet;
2023 - Chief Expert in the same department.
New route to the airport: how the road to "Manas" will change (map)
On January 17, 2026, the Ministry of Transport and Communications announced a project for an alternative road to the international airport "Manas".
A 4-lane road with a length of 17 km is planned to be constructed. The existing route is 25 km from the intersection of Fuchik/Jibek Jolu and 17 km from the bypass road.
The new route is proposed to be laid through the intersection of the Young Guard Boulevard and the Northern Bypass Road, with the design of a two-level interchange, lighting, and landscaping.
As of the end of January, the project was in the research and design stage. From the video presentation of the Ministry of Transport, it became known that there are two route options - through the "Bishkek Free Economic Zone" or a more southern direction, near the residential areas of Ozyornoye and Muras-Ordo.
The new road will reduce travel time for residents of the eastern regions of the country (Issyk-Kul, Naryn, and other areas).
Tazabek prepared a map of the proposed route based on information from the Ministry of Transport. The actual route may differ from the presented data.
Changes in the management of "Keremet Bank" due to the death of the chairman of the board
Changes have occurred in the management of OJSC "Keremet Bank".
As reported by the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange, changes have taken place in the board of directors.
The powers of the chairman of the board, Azikov Bolot Barievich, were terminated by the decision of the board on February 26, 2026.
The reason was his sudden deterioration in health. Information about the new chairman has not been provided.
Revised tariffs of the Ministry of Construction for multi-story and private houses
The Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy has made changes to the approved price list for the services of the State Architecture and Construction Control Department.
Order No. 16 was signed on March 3, 2026, based on a request from the department dated February 27.
The document revises the prices for services related to the inclusion of capital construction facilities in the registry and accompanying construction. For example:
— for multi-story buildings over 9 floors, the cost decreased from 177.39 to 130 soms per 1 m²;
— for individual residential houses, the cost decreased from 92.51 to 80 soms per 1 m².
The unit of measurement for energy and communication facilities has also been adjusted from "p/m" to "100 p/m".
The responsibility for the accuracy of the data presented is assigned to the head of the State Architecture and Construction Control Department. The price list is expected to be approved and published in the official languages.
The price list comes into effect upon approval.
The Bishkek Mayor's Office conducted a raid to control meat prices
The municipal inspection under the mayor's office conducted raids at the markets of the capital to prevent unjustified price increases for essential goods.
According to the mayor's office, it was found that meat is purchased from suppliers at 650–700 soms per kilogram, while the retail price reaches 800–850 soms.
This price increase indicates the presence of excess intermediaries and insufficient control over pricing.
“Regulation exists, but the price should not exceed 700 soms,” representatives of the inspection noted.
During the raid, it was found that intermediaries buy meat for 700 soms, sell it for 730–740 soms, and then the retail price increases to 780–800 soms.
Thus, the markup can reach up to 100–150 soms per kilogram, which causes dissatisfaction among the population.
“It is unacceptable for resellers to create an artificial price increase,” emphasized the municipality.
Car production of Lada will begin in Tokmok, — National Investment Agency
A project for car production in Tokmok is starting in Kyrgyzstan as part of a new investment policy. This was reported by the National Investment Agency.
The project is strategically important for the economy, aimed at diversifying industry and creating export-oriented products.
In the first stage, it is planned to assemble popular Lada models, such as Niva and Largus.
The production volume will reach up to 25,000 cars per year, creating about a thousand jobs in the region. Within 10 years, the plant plans to transition to a full production cycle.
The director of the travel company MIRELLE& COMPANY was detained in Bishkek on suspicion of fraud
The director of the travel company MIRELLE& COMPANY was detained in Bishkek on suspicion of fraud, as reported by the press service of the capital's police department.
According to the police, on March 2, 2026, a citizen O.N. filed a complaint about fraud with the First May District Police Department.
She claimed that the director of the company received money for organizing a tourist tour but did not fulfill her obligations.
A criminal case has been initiated under Article 209 ("Fraud") of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic.
During the investigation, it was established that the suspect misappropriated 307.5 thousand soms, causing significant damage.
Law enforcement officers found her through social media monitoring and brought her to the investigative service.
According to information, she has been placed in a temporary detention facility. Operational-search activities are ongoing to clarify all circumstances of the case.
The Bishkek police department calls on citizens who have become victims of this woman's actions to report to the specified phone numbers.
Note: The director and founder of the company is Kobukejeva Mirel Mahmutovna.
Four airlines suspended flights from Bishkek: how does the airport operate in conditions of global instability?
The global situation in air traffic is changing due to the conflict in the Middle East. Major airports in the UAE, Qatar, and other countries have partially or completely suspended flights.
As a result, airlines are revising routes, and airport administrations are tightening security measures. OJSC "Airports of Kyrgyzstan" commented on the situation at the capital's airport.
Four airlines have suspended flights to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Kuwait.
Due to the situation in Iran, flights from Manas International Airport to the following destinations have been temporarily canceled:
— G9312 / G9313 - Sharjah (Air Arabia) — 5 times a week;
— XY697 / XY698 - Jeddah (FlyNas) — 3 times a week;
— J9675 / J9676 - Kuwait (Jazeera Airways) — 5 times a week;
— FZ1689 / FZ1690 - Dubai (Flydubai) — 7 times a week.
Nevertheless, the load on the airport remains at the same level, and other flights are operating as scheduled.
Despite the temporary cancellations, passenger traffic remains close to normal levels.
