In the Kyrgyz Republic, the temporary state regulation of prices for beef and lamb (excluding boneless meat) has been extended. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy. According to the information, the corresponding order was signed on January 30, 2026, under number 3 and has already come into effect.
- On February 10, 2026, an extended meeting was held at the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic. The results of the activities of the Department of Chemization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine for 2025 were summarized, and plans for 2026 were discussed. Present at the meeting were the First Deputy Minister Zhanibek Kerimaliev, the Head of the Plant Growing, Horticulture, and Cooperation Department T. A. Idrisov, the Director of the
Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Sciences of Kyrgyzstan and Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor Jumabek Zhailov stated on the radio that there is a need to develop entrepreneurship in the regions of the country. In his opinion, Bishkek suffers from overpopulation and limited business opportunities. Zhailov cited an example from one of the European countries, where the government offers financial support of about $1,000 for each new job created by relocating businesses from
The live-line work technologies (RPN) began to be implemented in Kyrgyzstan thanks to the cooperation between OJSC "NESC" and JSC "Network Company" from Tatarstan, Russia. According to information provided by the Trade Representation of Russia in Kyrgyzstan, this method will allow for the maintenance of electrical networks without the need to disconnect consumers, significantly increasing the safety of technical personnel.
As of the morning of February 10, the exchange rates at the currency exchange points of the Moscow City Council are as follows: US Dollar 87.50 87.75 Euro 102.5-103.3 103.3-104.1 Ruble 0.12 -1.13 0.13-1.14 Tenge 0.16-0.17 0.17 The dollar rate remained unchanged: 87.5 soms for buying and 87.75 soms for selling. The euro, on the other hand, showed an increase: its buying rate is 102.5-103.3 soms, and the selling rate is 103.3-104.1. As for the ruble, its value has slightly decreased: it can be
A meeting took place in Astana between delegations from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan, aimed at discussing the resumption of cooperation in the field of hydrometeorology and the exchange of hydrological data on the Kirov, Orto-Tokoy, and Toktogul reservoirs. This information was presented by the Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation of Kazakhstan. At the meeting, the parties were represented by Azamat Mambetov, the First Deputy Minister of Emergency Situations of Kyrgyzstan, and Nurlan
This will increase budget revenues by more than 500 million soms. Starting from 2026, the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic is implementing the e-Permit electronic platform, designed for international freight transport, particularly with China. As part of this project, local carriers will also be able to use electronic permits when working with Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, and Turkey, as reported by the ministry's press service.
The head of the tax service explained the changes in tax administration Almambet Shykmamatov, chairman of the State Tax Service, emphasized that one of the main directions of reforms in 2025 will be a significant reorganization of the tax administration system. This was reported by the press service of the STS.
European Union officials express serious concern about dependence on payment systems Visa and Mastercard. They emphasize that the dominance of these companies could be used to exert pressure in the event of deteriorating relations with the United States. This is reported by the Financial Times. Martin Weimert, the executive director of the European Payment Initiative (EPI), highlights that the continent still heavily relies on international payment solutions.
Karakol will receive more than 1.5 billion soms from the state budget. At the meeting of the committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, held on February 9, Deputy Minister of Finance Nurbek Akzholov presented information about the cabinet's directives.
At the meeting of the committee on finance, budget, entrepreneurship, and competition development, Deputy Minister of Finance Nurbek Akzholov announced the allocation of significant funds from the Karakol city administration for the renewal of urban infrastructure. The Ministry of Finance presented two draft resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers to the deputies.
According to the representative of the Ministry of Economy, Perizat Turdukhozhayeva, from January to November 2025, the trade volume between Kyrgyzstan and the EAEU countries reached approximately $4.9 billion, which is 1.3% higher than the figures for the same period last year. She reported this during a broadcast of the "Birinchi Radio" program. The goods exported from Kyrgyzstan to the EAEU countries include dairy products, vegetables, fruits, dried fruits, as well as clothing and
- At the meeting of the Committee on Agricultural Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology, and Environmental Protection, which took place today, February 9, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev presented information on the current progress of preparations for spring fieldwork. During the discussion, Deputy Nilufer Alimjanova raised the issue of the state of irrigation systems across the country, emphasizing the need to
At the meeting of the Committee on Agricultural Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology, and Environmental Protection, which took place today, February 9, information was presented regarding the preparatory activities for spring and agricultural works in the Kyrgyz Republic in 2026. The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev provided the necessary data.
Starting from November 1, 2025, Kyrgyz citizens have been given the opportunity to impose a self-ban on lending, as reported by the National Bank. According to the regulator, from the beginning of this option until February 6, 2026, the self-ban has been activated by 173,904 people. Earlier, the Deputy Chairman of the National Bank, Bektur Aliev, noted that this mechanism will help protect the financial interests and independence of citizens, as well as their deposits. It also allows
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development, which took place on February 9, Akmatov presented a draft law that proposes to reduce the number of auditors from nine to three. According to him, this is necessary for optimizing operations. He explained that the agency currently has 98 inspectors engaged in auditing, while auditors only act as controllers. "In many large countries, there is only one general
- On February 9, 2026, at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, which deals with agricultural policy, water resources, subsoil use, ecology, and environmental protection, a draft law "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic (to the Laws of the Kyrgyz Republic 'On the Protection and Use of Plant Life', 'On the Development of Agriculture in the Kyrgyz Republic')" was presented, which received approval in the first reading. This
According to him, almost 80% of the water from hydropower plants and reservoirs goes to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. At a meeting of the relevant committee of the Jogorku Kenesh, deputy Umbetaly Kydyraliev raised the issue of water usage from Kyrgyz hydropower plants and reservoirs by neighboring states, noting that the republic does not receive compensation for economic losses.
At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance, Budget, Entrepreneurship, and Competition Development, held on February 9, farmers expressed their dissatisfaction with the decrease in the purchase price of milk. This statement was made by Aigul Nurumbetova, representing the interests of milk producers. The First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev, reported that milk with a fat content of at least 3.4% is purchased from