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Economy

Import of fruits, nuts, and vegetables from China to Kyrgyzstan reached $1 billion in 2025

The import of fruits, nuts, and vegetables from China to Kyrgyzstan, according to information from the General Administration of Customs of China, amounted to $1 billion in 2025. This reflects a significant growth of 46.9% in monetary terms, which is equivalent to an increase of $300 million. The breakdown by categories shows that the value of fruit imports was approximately $640 million, while nuts cost more than $100 million, and vegetables amounted to $285 million.

25.01.2026, 15:52
Construction sites without a single passport identified in Bishkek
Economy / Exclusive

Construction sites without a single passport identified in Bishkek

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, construction sites have been identified that lack passports. According to the press service of the Ministry of Construction, the city management of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department conducted an inspection and found that a number of sites are not registered in the official registry and do not have a unified passport. During this inspection, the following addresses were established where the passport is missing:

25.01.2026, 15:34
Economy

In Talas, a pavilion builder was fined for lacking project documentation

- In various regions of Kyrgyzstan, raids aimed at monitoring construction sites are actively being conducted, as reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. Inspectors from the Talas Regional Department of the State Architectural and Construction Control identified violations at the construction site of a trade pavilion located at: Talas city, Berdike Batyr street, 176.

25.01.2026, 14:15
Economy

Rosselkhoznadzor Halts Import of Products from Kyrgyzstan

On January 22, 2026, specialists from the Rosselkhoznadzor for the Omsk region stopped a vehicle heading to Tatarstan at the Russian-Kazakh border. During the inspection, a cargo consisting of 20 tons of butter produced by the Kazakh company LLP "Maslo-Del" was presented for inspection, as reported in a press release from Rosselkhoznadzor. During the verification of the accompanying documents against the actual labeling, discrepancies were found. The veterinary certificate of the

25.01.2026, 13:11
In favor of the state, property worth more than 530 million soms has been seized and transferred.
Economy / Exclusive

In favor of the state, property worth more than 530 million soms has been seized and transferred.

As part of the enforcement of court decisions, the Bailiff Service has collected an amount of 185 million 588 thousand 605 soms in favor of various state and municipal institutions, including the State Tax Service, the State Customs Service, as well as the city administration and local self-government bodies. According to the General Prosecutor's Office, during the enforcement proceedings, claims were made against movable and immovable property, with a total value of 344 million 924

25.01.2026, 11:55
Economy

95 percent of the population in the EAEU countries shop online

According to recent studies by the Eurasian Economic Commission, online shopping is becoming increasingly common among the population of the EAEU countries, where 95% of people prefer to shop online. According to Lydia Osaulenko, head of the consumer rights protection department at the EEC, among them, 80% also order various services.

25.01.2026, 11:19
Economy

The service sector made the main contribution to Kyrgyzstan's economic growth in 2025

- According to the report from the Ministry of Economy, the services sector made a significant contribution to the country's economic growth in 2025, while maintaining a dominant position in the structure of gross domestic product. The total gross output in the services sector reached 1,553.2 billion soms, which is an increase of 11.3% compared to the previous year. The largest share in this sector was held by wholesale and retail trade — 36.2%, as well as financial intermediation and

25.01.2026, 11:14
Kyrgyzstan Elected Chairman of the SPECA Program for 2026
Economy

Kyrgyzstan Elected Chairman of the SPECA Program for 2026

Kyrgyzstan has been elected as the chair of the SPECA Program for 2026, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Economy. This decision was made in Ashgabat during the SPECA week, which included the twentieth session of the Steering Committee and the second meeting of the SPECA Fund Steering Committee.

25.01.2026, 10:50
Bazar-Korgon Farmers Improved Their Knowledge in Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine
Economy / Exclusive

Bazar-Korgon Farmers Improved Their Knowledge in Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Medicine

In the Jalal-Abad region, in the Bazar-Korgon district, a seminar was held as part of the "AgroZooVet–2026" project. This event was organized with the aim of enhancing knowledge among farmers and specialists in the agricultural sector. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, the seminar focused on the implementation of modern agro-technologies and informing about key issues in agricultural development.

25.01.2026, 10:27
Economy

Minister Bakyt Torobaev visited the water channels in the Issyk-Ata district

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry Bakyt Torobaev visited the Eastern Big Chuy Canal, the irrigation canal R-24, and the Tuz Basin in the Issyk-Ata district on January 24. This information was provided by the press service of the Ministry of Agriculture. During his trip, the minister familiarized himself with the condition of the canals and the ongoing repair work being carried out in their areas.

25.01.2026, 09:55
Economy

Over 11 billion soms allocated for state support of agriculture in Kyrgyzstan in 2025

According to information from the Ministry of Economy, by the end of 2025, grain crops were harvested from an area of 605.9 thousand hectares. The volume of harvested grain amounted to 1.8 million tons (excluding legumes, rice, and buckwheat), which is 14.2% less than in the previous year. The average yield was approximately 29 centners per hectare. One of the reasons for the decrease in volumes is the low yield in the Chuy, Talas, and Batken regions. This year also saw a shortage of irrigation

24.01.2026, 18:28
Economy

The Cabinet instructed the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Economic Development to create a new guarantee fund in 2027-2030.

- A new guarantee fund is planned to be established in Kyrgyzstan from 2027 to 2030 by order of the Cabinet, as reflected in the government action plan. The official document states that this fund will be aimed at stimulating competition in the field of guarantee services and expanding opportunities for business support through new tools.

24.01.2026, 16:48
Economy

95% of the population of EAEU countries purchase goods electronically

- The head of the consumer rights protection department of the EEC's SFSC Department, Lydia Osaulenko, noted that online shopping is becoming increasingly popular among the population of the Eurasian "five." According to the EEC, 95% of residents of the EAEU countries make purchases online, with 80% of them also acquiring various services.

24.01.2026, 14:58
Economy

Gasoline AI-98 has risen in price in the Russian Federation to 90.64 rubles per liter

The data provided by Rosstat shows that gasoline AI-92 has increased in price by 0.1% and now costs 62.13 rubles (72.07 soms) per liter, while AI-95 has recorded a similar increase to 67.58 rubles (78.39 soms). Gasoline AI-98 and more expensive brands have risen in price by 0.2%, reaching 90.64 rubles (105.14 soms) per liter. As for diesel fuel, its price has also increased by 0.1%, reaching 77.02 rubles (89.34 soms).

24.01.2026, 13:10
Bishkek's Grocery Basket on January 24. What Has Increased in Price the Most
Economy

Bishkek's Grocery Basket on January 24. What Has Increased in Price the Most

In the past week, there has been an increase in prices for bread, potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, carrots, apples, pears, and sugar in Bishkek. At the same time, products such as buckwheat, cucumbers, onions, cabbage, and bananas have become cheaper. As a result, the cost of the minimum grocery set has increased by 210 soms, now totaling 6,932 soms.

24.01.2026, 13:08
Economy

The Ministry of Construction identified violations at the Bishkek Concrete Plant

A production inspection was conducted at the Bishkek Concrete Plant (BCP), as reported by the Ministry of Construction. The on-site inspection at the enterprise of LLC "Bishkek Concrete Plant" was organized by employees of the Republican Center for Certification in Construction in cooperation with the Department of State Architectural and Construction Control.

24.01.2026, 13:01
Torobaev: Over the past five years, electricity consumption in the Kyrgyz Republic has increased by 25%
Economy / Exclusive

Torobaev: Over the past five years, electricity consumption in the Kyrgyz Republic has increased by 25%

Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers Bakyt Torobaev participated in a meeting of the Ministry of Energy's board, where the results of the department's work for 2025 were discussed. The press service of the cabinet reported that during the meeting, Minister of Energy Talaybek Ibraev and his deputies presented reports on the activities in the energy sector, discussing current issues and future plans.

24.01.2026, 12:45
Japan has sent an expert to Kyrgyzstan to develop the investment sector
Economy

Japan has sent an expert to Kyrgyzstan to develop the investment sector

Starting from December 10, 2025, Takeuchi Norihiko will begin his activities in Kyrgyzstan as part of the support for the National Investment Agency. His two-year mission involves providing consulting and analytical services, including participation in the development of the Investment Policy Development Strategy for Kyrgyzstan until 2030. This initiative is being implemented with the assistance of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).

24.01.2026, 11:47
The audit revealed violations and ineffective spending in the Antimonopoly Service
Economy

The audit revealed violations and ineffective spending in the Antimonopoly Service

According to the findings of the Accounts Chamber of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Antimonopoly Regulation Service committed a number of violations in the expenditure of budgetary funds. The main issues lie in the insufficient strengthening of the material and technical base, as well as violations in accounting, questionable bonus payments, and unjustified rental expenses.

24.01.2026, 10:42