Economy

The Cabinet approved the ADB sub-grant for the development of the Entrepreneur Service Center

- On December 30, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic approved the draft agreement on the sub-grant with the Asian Development Bank, aimed at implementing the initiative for the "Development of the Entrepreneur Service Center." The corresponding order was signed under number 1170-t. The Minister of Finance is authorized to sign this agreement with the right to make amendments and additions that do not require a fundamental revision.

01.02.2026, 16:24

Economy

Central Asia Accounts for a Large Portion of Investments in the Eurasian Region from Turkey, China, and Gulf Countries

- According to the EDB report (2026), the growth of investments from Asian countries in Central Asia is becoming increasingly noticeable. The volume of foreign direct investment (FDI) from Asia to Central Asia increased from $29.9 billion in 2016 to $68 billion by mid-2025. The report notes the following:

01.02.2026, 16:21

Economy

"Supra-national rules for electronic commerce are being prepared in the EAEU, - Ministry of Economic Development"

As part of the Eurasian Economic Union, the creation of supranational regulations is planned, which will govern the field of electronic commerce. This was reported by Kaniyet Nasirdinov, head of the integration development sector of the EAEU Coordination Management at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, on the radio. Nasirdinov noted that last year sellers on marketplaces faced certain difficulties, particularly regarding issues related to the recipients of goods and

01.02.2026, 14:07

Economy

"Mekenchil" heard information about preparations for the spring fieldwork of 2026

- On January 30, a meeting of the "Mekenchil" deputy group took place, during which the preparation for spring fieldwork in the republic in 2026 was discussed. First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Zhanibek Kerimaliev provided information on the current state of irrigation facilities, as well as on the supply of seeds, mineral fertilizers, and fuel and lubricants. According to him, all planned activities are being carried out according to the

01.02.2026, 11:03

Economy

The Ministry of Agriculture has outlined steps for the development of water supply systems

During the meeting, reports on projects were discussed, which included information on the current state of affairs in the industry, progress on planned activities, and identified problems. Participants emphasized the need for modernization of water supply systems, the condition of irrigation infrastructure, and the effective use of water resources.

01.02.2026, 10:48

Economy

Import of apples from China to Kyrgyzstan decreased by 38% in 2025

The import of apples from China to Kyrgyzstan in 2025 showed a significant decrease of 38.2%, according to information from the General Administration of Customs of China. The volume of supplies decreased from 26.6 thousand tons to 16.5 thousand tons. In addition, the cost of imports fell by 40.2%, amounting to $19.6 million. The average price of apples ranged from $0.8 to $1.5 per kilogram.

01.02.2026, 10:08

Economy

GNS: Navigation Seals Aimed at Legalizing Goods Circulation and Reducing Inspections

- According to information voiced by Aigul Mambetova, head of the methodological work department for the EAEU at the State Tax Service, navigation seals are aimed at legalizing trade turnover and reducing the frequency of inspections by government agencies. She noted that until 2027, the system will function as a registry of documents, including shipping documents, electronic invoices, as well as veterinary and phytosanitary certificates, if necessary for product certification.

01.02.2026, 10:03

Economy

Farmer's Markets Held in Aksy and Ala-Buka Districts

Recently, agricultural product fairs were held in the Aksy and Ala-Buka districts, initiated by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry. The events, organized by local agricultural development administrations, aimed to allow residents to purchase quality products at affordable prices.

01.02.2026, 09:15

Economy

Artificial insemination allows farmers to save up to 60,000 soms

According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, breeding livestock is an important direction of the country's agricultural policy. Due to the high cost of breeding animals, the ministry recommends that farmers consider switching to artificial insemination as a more cost-effective way to obtain livestock than purchasing them.

01.02.2026, 07:58

Economy

A Snow Leopard Burst into a Livestock Pen in the Issyk-Kul Mountains. Video

In the Jeti-Oguz district, in the village of Ak-Shiyrak, an incident occurred involving a snow leopard attacking livestock. This was reported by Mars Berikbaev, the village head, to a Turmush correspondent. On January 29, a snow leopard entered the livestock pen belonging to local resident Ulan Bakyt uulu, in the Kara-Tai pasture near the village. During the attack, the predator bit a goat. Upon seeing the situation, the herder attempted to drive the leopard away using a flashlight, Berikbaev

01.02.2026, 00:38

Economy

Bus manufacturer "Beles" reported on negotiations with government agencies

In Kyrgyzstan, a meeting took place between representatives of government structures and businessman Mirbek Askaliev, who had previously appealed to the president for support of the local automotive industry. He reported this on his Facebook. Askaliev noted that after his appeal to the president, staff from the National Investment Agency contacted him and organized a meeting involving various ministries. The meeting discussed possible support measures and tax incentives for the development of

31.01.2026, 20:35

Economy

Analysts explained why Central Asia has started attracting more investments from Asian countries

- Analysts conducted a study on the investment attractiveness of Central Asia for Asian countries. This is discussed in the report by the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), published in 2026. The volume of foreign direct investment (FDI) from Asian countries to Central Asia increased from $29.9 billion in 2016 to $68 billion by mid-2025, which corresponds to a growth of 2.3 times.

31.01.2026, 18:25

Economy

The EEC Council has changed the procedure for considering antitrust cases in cross-border markets

- The Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission has made updates to the Procedure for Considering Cases Related to Violations of Competition Rules in Cross-Border Markets, as reported by the EEC press service. According to the new requirements, at the final meeting of the commission, the respondent must now be familiarized with the conclusions of the case. This includes information about the qualification of their actions or inactions, ensuring that the respondent has the opportunity to

31.01.2026, 17:05

Economy

Ministry of Economic Development: The list of goods for navigation seals will be formed in stages

- As Nasirdinov noted, the implementation of this system is taking place in stages and requires careful analysis, as the cost of the navigation seal may affect the final price of goods. “Currently, we are working on defining the list of goods. However, specific items cannot be announced yet, as they may change before final approval,” he added.

31.01.2026, 16:34

Economy

Prices for new passenger cars began to rise in December for the first time in 8 months

- According to information from the National Statistics Committee, in December 2025, there is an increase in consumer prices for new passenger cars, which is happening for the first time in eight months. The average cost of a car reached 1.25 million soms ($14.3 thousand), while from May to November, it did not exceed 1.24 million soms ($14.2 thousand).

31.01.2026, 16:15

Economy

The rise in gold prices is linked to global issues in the world economy, - economist

- The increase in gold prices at the global level indicates serious problems in the financial system and the global economy, noted Ulukman Mamatov on the radio. According to him, "the rise in the value of gold is not a random phenomenon. It speaks of existing global risks, inflation, and instability in financial markets. For the National Bank, as well as for our reserves and companies engaged in gold mining, such as 'Kumtor' and 'Kyrgyzaltyn', this is a positive moment.

31.01.2026, 15:12

Economy

The meeting of the Coordination Council on Water Supply and Irrigation Issues took place

- Recently, a meeting of the Coordination Council was held to discuss issues related to irrigation and water supply. The press service of the Ministry of Agriculture reports this. During the event, reports were heard from various departments involved in the implementation of water supply projects, as well as ensuring the population has access to clean drinking water and irrigation issues. The speakers presented information on current affairs, the execution of planned activities, achieved

31.01.2026, 14:39

Economy

A Municipal Meat Shop Opened in Naryn

In Naryn, at the central market, the opening of a municipal meat shop took place. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, the launch of this retail outlet occurred on January 29, and its goal is to provide the population with quality meat at prices lower than the market average. The main concept of the shop's operation is to eliminate intermediaries: the meat comes directly from local farmers to consumers. This not only reduces the final

31.01.2026, 14:17

Economy

Potato harvest in Kyrgyzstan in 2025 decreased to a 20-year low

- In 2025, the potato harvest in Kyrgyzstan fell to a record low level, marking the first such case since 2005, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. On January 19, the National Statistical Committee reported that the total volume of harvested potatoes amounted to 1 million 170.2 thousand tons. Archive data from the NSC indicates that such a low harvest level was last observed in 2005.

31.01.2026, 13:08

Economy

Kyrgyzstan and China Discussed the Construction of an Agricultural Machinery Assembly Plant

- The Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry, Bekten Bekbolotov, held a meeting with a delegation from the Chinese Association of Agricultural Machinery, led by Executive Chairman Liu Huanli. Relevant information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During the discussion, the participants considered the possibility of Kyrgyzstan's participation in the annual international exhibition of agricultural machinery, as well as the idea

31.01.2026, 12:11

Economy

The Biggest Collapse in a Decade: The Precious Metals Market Lost Over $7 Trillion

The global precious metals market has experienced an unprecedented decline. In a short span of just 36 hours, the total capitalization of the sector decreased by more than $7 trillion. Bloomberg experts described this as the largest collapse in recent decades. Silver was hit the hardest, with its value dropping by more than 30 percent, falling below $85 per ounce, resulting in a loss of about $1.96 trillion in market value. Photo Bloomberg. Exchange data on precious metal prices Gold, known as

31.01.2026, 12:08

Economy

Agricultural machinery in Kyrgyzstan can be purchased on credit at 6%

As part of the agricultural machinery fleet renewal program, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic held a meeting with farmers at the premises of "Avtomash Radiator" company. Participants were presented with modern samples of agricultural equipment and explained the terms of preferential lending. Ministry experts emphasized that agrarians can obtain financing on favorable terms through "Aiyl Bank" and "Eldik

31.01.2026, 11:49

Economy

The Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic Familiarized Itself with New Opportunities for Agricultural Machinery Leasing

During the meeting, it was noted that with the support of the relevant ministry, farmers can upgrade their equipment through "Aiyl Bank" and "Eldik Bank" under favorable conditions, using leasing programs or preferential loans. The companies "Salem Agro" and "Agroturk" offer a variety of machinery, including seeders and balers, as well as equipment from well-known Turkish manufacturers, significantly enhancing the capabilities of the agricultural sector

31.01.2026, 09:55

Economy

The Ministry of Agriculture has developed a draft law "On Seeds and Planting Materials"

- The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has presented for discussion the draft law "On Seeds and Planting Materials". The purpose of this document is to create a legal framework for progress in the field of seed production, which includes:

31.01.2026, 09:33