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Economy

The EEC Council sent the draft Agreement on Electronic Trade to the EAEU countries for preparation for signing.

- The approval of the draft agreement on electronic trade in goods took place at a meeting of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission, as reported by representatives of the EEC. Now the document will be sent to the member states for the necessary internal procedures that precede signing. The main objective of this agreement is to create unified rules for electronic trade in the internal market of the EAEU.

26.01.2026, 15:14
Economy

The Housing Committee approved the bill "On Breeding in Animal Husbandry" in the second reading.

- At today's meeting, held on January 26, the Committee on Agrarian Policy, Water Resources, Subsoil Use, Ecology, and Environmental Protection reviewed and supported the draft law "On Breeding in Animal Husbandry of the Kyrgyz Republic" in its second reading. Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Zhanibek Kerimaliev presented information about this project.

26.01.2026, 14:58
Economy

EU countries approved a complete ban on the import of Russian gas starting in 2027

The European Union has decided to completely halt imports of liquefied natural gas from Russia by the end of 2026, and pipeline gas by September 30, 2027. This regulation obliges all member states of the bloc to abandon Russian supplies, as stated on the EU Council's website. Slovakia and Hungary have protested against this ban. Nevertheless, the majority of votes were sufficient for its adoption. Hungary plans to challenge this decision in the European Court.

26.01.2026, 14:54
The Social Fund Increased Pension Fund Investments in 2025
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The Social Fund Increased Pension Fund Investments in 2025

From January to December 2025, the Social Fund invested 22 billion 797.6 million soms from the State Accumulation Pension Fund (GNPF) into various investments, according to the fund's final reports. The largest portion of these funds was directed towards the purchase of government securities, where 11 billion 885.4 million soms were allocated with yields ranging from 12.86% to 16% per annum.

26.01.2026, 14:47
Economy

Meat Production Increased in Kyrgyzstan

According to the Ministry of Economy, in 2025, Kyrgyzstan produced 467.1 thousand tons of meat in live weight, which is 16.4 thousand tons more than in 2024. Additionally, in 2025, there was also an increase in the production of livestock and poultry for slaughter by 3.6%, milk by 3.2%, eggs by 18.7%, and wool by 1.4%.

26.01.2026, 14:05
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Becomes a Leader in Re-exporting New Toyotas to Russia

According to statements by Sergey Tselikov, the head of the analytical agency "Autostat," nearly half of the new Toyotas imported into Russia (49.8%) passed through Kyrgyzstan. This is done because such a scheme is more advantageous for customs clearance. Additionally, 33.8% of the cars arrived in Russia directly from China, where 80% of all Toyotas that entered the Russian market were assembled.

26.01.2026, 13:59
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, grain harvest in 2025 decreased by 14.2%, totaling 1.8 million tons

- According to information from the National Statistical Committee, in Kyrgyzstan, the total amount of harvested grain in 2025 was 1.8 million tons (excluding rice, buckwheat, and legumes, including weight after processing). Comparison with the previous year shows that the volume of the harvest decreased by 14.2%. The main reason for this decline was the drop in the gross yield of wheat and barley, which decreased by 26.2% and 26.5%, respectively.

26.01.2026, 13:58
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, dairy products worth 19.4 billion soms were produced by the end of 2025.

According to statistics, the volume of dairy production in the Kyrgyz Republic at the end of 2025 amounted to 19 billion 374 million 532.1 thousand soms. Compared to 2024, when this figure was 18 billion 60 million 504.4 thousand soms, a noticeable increase is observed. In December 2025, the volume of milk production reached 1 billion 619 million 991.2 thousand soms, which is an increase compared to December 2024, when it was 1 billion 331 million 838.9 thousand soms. The index of the physical

26.01.2026, 13:46
Chinese investor to invest $300 million in the construction of a cascade of hydroelectric power stations on the Tar River
Economy

Chinese investor to invest $300 million in the construction of a cascade of hydroelectric power stations on the Tar River

An important step in the development of the energy sector in southern Kyrgyzstan has been taken by the government of the country, which announced the start of the implementation of a significant hydropower project in the Osh region. Recently, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the company "Kyrgyzstan Reclaim Co. LTD" signed a Memorandum of Understanding, which formalized their intentions to build a cascade of small hydropower plants.

26.01.2026, 13:43
Economy

Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Trade with Third Countries Decreased by 13.7% in 2025, Amounting to $9.4 Billion

- According to the data from the State Customs Service, in 2025, the volume of external trade of Kyrgyzstan with third countries amounted to $9 billion 486.84 million, which is 13.7% lower than in 2024. Last year, this figure reached $10 billion 992.53 million, resulting in a decrease in monetary terms of $1 billion 505.69 million. Despite the decrease in monetary terms, the turnover in weight showed growth: in 2025, it amounted to 6 million 914.63 thousand tons, an increase of 23.1% compared

26.01.2026, 13:39
Economy

The EFSR Forecasts a Decrease in the Share of Imports in Kyrgyzstan's GDP

According to the forecast by analysts from the Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development, by 2026, the share of imports of goods and services in the gross domestic product may decrease to 70.3%. In 2027, this indicator is expected to be at 66.5%, and in 2028 — 63.6%. The reduction of the current account deficit is expected to continue, primarily due to a decrease in import volumes in the engineering sector. At the same time, export volumes and remittances will remain stable. It is also

26.01.2026, 13:37
Release of Jewelry Items Without Primary Documentation: Clarification from the State Tax Service
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Release of Jewelry Items Without Primary Documentation: Clarification from the State Tax Service

Taxpayers can be exempted from liability and obligations as a tax agent regarding jewelry made from precious metals, even in the absence of primary documents, as reported by the Tax Service. To obtain this exemption, it is necessary to issue the corresponding electronic document in the electronic invoice system by March 1, 2026. To do this, you should log into the information system on the website esf.salyk.kg, go to the "Acquisition" section, and then select the DPBU subsection.

26.01.2026, 13:24
Economy

Residents of villages cannot obtain loans from development funds; the funds are only available to officials, - deputy

- At the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on science, education, innovative development, information technologies, culture, sports, and youth policy on January 26, 2026, Deputy Bolot Sagynaev raised a serious issue: rural residents are unable to obtain loans from development funds. According to him, villagers express dissatisfaction that access to these funds is available only to high-ranking officials, while ordinary citizens remain unsupported.

26.01.2026, 13:19
Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, the production of natural fruit pastille is expanding

According to the press service of the Ministry of Water Management and Agriculture, the company "Nakta Kak" is actively increasing its production of fruit pastille. Currently, the enterprise offers over 25 types of pastille made from local ingredients. The products meet modern standards of healthy eating and natural goods, ensuring stable demand in the market.

26.01.2026, 13:16
Economy

Returning migrants are investing capital in real estate, which has raised housing and rental prices - a deputy proposed to redirect investments from real estate to business.

- According to Deputy Bolot Sagynaev, approximately 70 thousand labor migrants have returned to Kyrgyzstan. This statement was made at a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, Innovative Development and Information Technologies, Culture, Sports, and Youth Affairs, which took place on January 26. Sagynaev noted that most migrants left Kyrgyzstan with only a secondary education, which complicates their employment in government service in the country.

26.01.2026, 12:55
Economy

The Ministry of Agriculture intends to bring 35,000 hectares of low-productive pastures into agricultural circulation.

The executive functions for bringing 35 thousand hectares of low-productive pastures into agricultural circulation have been assigned to the Ministry of Agriculture. This initiative has been included in the action plan of the Cabinet of Ministers. Work on the development will begin in the first quarter of 2026 and will last until the fourth quarter of 2030.

26.01.2026, 12:28
Farmers of Kara-Kulja Were Informed About New Mechanisms of State Support
Economy

Farmers of Kara-Kulja Were Informed About New Mechanisms of State Support

An educational seminar was held in the Kara-Kulja district as part of the "AgroZooVet–2026" educational project. The event was organized by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan and gathered agrarians from the region to discuss modern technologies and mechanisms for financial support.

26.01.2026, 12:22
Kyrgyz IT Specialists Become a Global Brand – High Technology Park
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Kyrgyz IT Specialists Become a Global Brand – High Technology Park

During the meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Science, Education, and Innovative Development, as well as Culture and Sports, Deputy Rustambek Sovetbek uulu raised an important question about Kyrgyzstan's cooperation with international IT companies and investors. In response to this question, Aziz Abakirov, the director of the "Directorate of the High Technology Park of the Kyrgyz Republic," noted that Kyrgyz IT specialists are becoming part of a global brand.

26.01.2026, 12:12
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Leads Among EAEU Countries in Retail Trade Growth

- According to data from the EAEU, Kyrgyzstan is demonstrating the highest growth rate among the member countries of the union in the retail trade sector. During the specified period, growth in Armenia was 6.3%, in Belarus it was 7.1%, in Kazakhstan it was 7.3%, while in Russia this figure reached 2.5%. The overall growth of retail trade in the countries of the Eurasian Economic Union from January to November 2025 was 3.3% compared to the same period of the previous year.

26.01.2026, 12:02