Imankulov noted that price control on socially significant goods covers 16 items. This list includes dairy products, bread, flour, meat, vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, and animal feed.
According to him, the price monitoring system has become more organized compared to last year.
Speaking about fuel prices, the deputy chairman reported an increase in the price of gasoline, diesel, and gas within the range of 10-12 soms.
Regarding bread and dairy products, he clarified that not all bakery products fall under the category of socially significant goods. "The list includes only traditional types of bread, such as flatbreads and tandoor bread, while rolls and pastries are not included," he added.
In addition, there is a possibility of expanding the list of socially significant goods in 2026. "We are considering proposals and plan to discuss the possibility of including additional types of bread in the monitoring this year. No sharp price jumps for these goods have been recorded either," concluded Imankulov.
He emphasized that moderate price growth is accompanied by social support measures. "The state is also increasing pensions and salaries to maintain balance and avoid shortages of goods," he said.
Separately, Imankulov commented on the situation with milk, indicating that the antimonopoly service is working with farmers in the Talas, Osh, Chui regions, and the Issyk-Kul region. "We have established price benchmarks to avoid a situation where a too high purchase price leads to price increases in stores or, conversely, a too low price negatively impacts farmers. Therefore, we have determined a balanced price," he explained.
Imankulov also noted that the Antimonopoly Regulation Service is just one part of the state system. "The state cannot set prices for all goods and services universally, including cafes and restaurants," he added.
In the area of services, the antimonopoly authority does not have the power to directly regulate prices; however, it conducts metrological control. "We check whether the weights of ready meals correspond to the declared values — 250, 350, 400 grams, and we also calculate the ingredients used," Imankulov reported.
Based on the results of inspections, explanatory work is carried out, warnings are issued, and in extreme cases, penalties are applied according to the Code of Offenses of the Kyrgyz Republic.
