Against the backdrop of recent growth, the exchange rates of the Chinese yuan, euro, and Kazakh tenge have decreased. At the same time, the Russian ruble showed a slight strengthening, while the exchange rate of the US dollar remained unchanged. These changes were recorded by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan. US Dollar:
According to the press service of the Ministry of Finance, the financial system of Kyrgyzstan is demonstrating stable growth and strengthening, which has been made possible by effective management of state finances. The Ministry presented statistics on the changes in the resources of the consolidated budget for the period from 2021 to 2025. According to official data, its volume increased from 313.1 billion to 1 trillion 101.4 billion soms, which represents a growth of 3.5 times. This confirms
- In January 2026, the trade volume between Kyrgyzstan and the Republic of Korea increased by 10.0% year-on-year, according to the Korean Customs Service. The total volume reached $127.3 million, while a year ago it was $115.7 million.
- The Cabinet of Ministers has instructed the State Mortgage Company (GIK) to consider the possibility of signing an investment agreement with a private contractor for the implementation of a multifunctional residential complex project in Bishkek. The corresponding order No. 64-r was issued on February 6, 2026. The project involves the construction of a residential complex on a land plot of 1.5 hectares, located at: Bishkek, Abdrakhmanov Street, 220 - on the site of the former liquor distillery.
The head of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliev, has signed a new resolution introducing preferential tariffs for railway transportation of coal for the Bishkek heat and power plant (HPP). The changes pertain to the document adopted on May 28, 2025, under number 282, which regulates the preparation of the economy for the autumn-winter season of 2025/2026. According to the adopted decision, the procedure for tariff regulation for coal transportation intended for the capital's HPP
On the morning of February 16, the exchange rates at the Moscow City Council are as follows: US Dollar 87.50 87.75 Euro 103.3-103.7 104.1-104.5 Ruble 0.12 -1.13 0.13-1.14 Tenge 0.16-0.17 0.17 The dollar rate remains unchanged: buying at 87.5 soms, and selling at 87.75.
As of the morning of February 16, 2026, according to the banks of Kyrgyzstan, the exchange rate of the US dollar is between 87.25 and 87.45 soms for buying, and between 87.75 and 87.8 soms for selling. As for the euro, its value ranges from 103 to 103.5 soms for buying and from 104 to 104.5 soms for selling.
The Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic has decided to extend the zero VAT rate for feed used in fish farms. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture reported the introduction of relevant amendments to the resolution concerning measures to ensure food security.
In the near future, a fast payment system is planned to be implemented in Kyrgyzstan. The Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Medet Tairov, shared this news at a business breakfast organized by the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund. He noted that work is currently underway to improve the accessibility, speed, and security of financial services in the country.
- Based on information from the Eurasian Economic Commission, Kyrgyzstan stands out among the EAEU countries for the high prices of carrots, potatoes, beets, and onions. Carrots cost $570 per ton — this is 10% higher than in Armenia and three times more than in Kazakhstan. Beets are priced at $497 per ton, which is 2.3 times higher than in Russia. The price of potatoes is $373 per ton, which is 2.5 times higher than in Belarus. In terms of onion prices ($329 per ton), Kyrgyzstan ranks third,
According to reports, the bank's press service clarified that the cancellation of plans is related to a revision of its international strategy. "Freedom Bank is currently not planning to open a subsidiary bank in Kyrgyzstan as part of the update of its international strategy. However, the bank continues to explore opportunities in this market in the context of the region's long-term development," the company noted. At present, the bank is focused on exploring other foreign
- In its report, the Ministry of Finance predicts that in 2026, the republican budget will increase by 67.0 billion soms due to dividends and profits. This information is contained in a document where the ministry shares the key indicators of the new budget. The majority of non-tax revenues in the budget (55.5%) will be formed precisely from these receipts. According to the classification of the Ministry of Finance, the category "Dividends and Profits" includes the following sources
Recently, a meeting was held in the At-Bashinsky district between local authorities and residents of the village. During the discussion, one of the participants, Temirbek Abdildaev, urged the new akim to pay attention to the development of sports and to establish the processing of leather and wool in the region. Temirbek Abdildaev emphasized: “Dear leaders, welcome! Our district faces urgent issues regarding the processing of wool and leather, as well as the procurement of feed, which is linked
In 2025, 1,087 hectares of grain crops were destroyed and accounted for in the country, according to statistical data. Of this number, 318 hectares were wheat, and 769 hectares were barley.
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. During the meeting, in addition to the Minister of Energy of Kyrgyzstan, Talaybek Ibraev, his colleagues from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan were present, as well as representatives of energy companies from these countries.
At the meeting of the Collegium of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, a report on achievements for the year 2025 was presented. In 2025, the Tourism Development Support Fund managed to recover 56.1 million soms from accounts receivable and attracted over $4.5 million in grants from the World Bank to implement new tourism projects in the Osh region.
- In the 11 months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan reduced its import of fresh fruits from Iran by 26%. These figures were presented by the National Statistical Committee. According to the information from the agency, from January to November, the country imported 2,000 tons of fresh fruits from Iran, amounting to $1.3 million. This is 26% less than in the same period of 2024, when 2,800 tons were purchased for $1.9 million.
- The Government of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved an updated set of norms in the area of program budgeting and budget transparency, canceling five previously effective regulatory documents. Resolution No. 27 was adopted on January 26, 2026, and its provisions came into effect 10 days after publication.
- The Supreme Court has decided to return a plot of land measuring 2,780 square meters to state ownership. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The basis for this decision was a lawsuit filed by the territorial administration responsible for the city of Osh and the Osh region.
In seven distribution electrical networks, old wooden poles will be replaced with modern reinforced concrete structures In 2026, more than two thousand outdated wooden poles in the Issyk-Kul region are set to be replaced with new reinforced concrete ones, according to information provided by the Ministry of Energy.
- In Kyrgyzstan, from February 18 to 21, the agro-industrial forum "Agrodialog–2026" will take place, during which the signing of more than 100 memorandums of cooperation is planned. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. According to the ministry, the agreements will be aimed at attracting investments, implementing modern technologies, and expanding the export potential of domestic agricultural products.
- The import of tea from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan decreased by 35% over the 11 months of 2025. This data was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's information, from January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 3.8 thousand tons of tea from Kazakhstan worth 4.7 million dollars. Compared to the same period in 2024, the volume of supplies decreased by 35%. In 2024, 5.9 thousand tons of tea were imported with a total value of 4 million dollars.
- According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, cereal crops (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat) occupy 609.7 thousand hectares, which accounts for 48.9% of all sown areas. In second place are forage crops with an area of 400.5 thousand hectares (32.2%).
- From January to November 2025, Kyrgyzstan increased its banana import volume by 10%, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. During the specified period, the republic imported 36,000 tons of bananas worth 29 million dollars, which is 10% more than in the same months of 2024, when 29,100 tons were brought in for 21 million dollars.