The Manas district of the Talas region is demonstrating significant growth in the number of farms that are starting to engage in the breeding of high-yield livestock. Currently, there are 48 specialized cooperatives operating successfully in this area, focused on meat and dairy production.
The working event was attended by Deputy Minister Bekten Bekbolotov and Iskhak Anarbekov, who is responsible for projects and public-private partnerships. From the side of the UKFR, the meeting was attended by Chairman Aziz Aaliev, Board Member Zhetigen Bakirov, and Director of the Lending Department Kubanychbek Kasymbek uulu. The main focus was on the implementation of investment projects in the agro-industrial sector. Representatives of the UKFR expressed their readiness to provide financial
On January 23, 2026, President Sadyr Japarov held a meeting with the leaders of major construction companies, as well as representatives of government agencies and the Bishkek city administration. The format of the meeting included a question-and-answer session, during which key issues related to the fulfillment of obligations by developers were discussed, as well as the need to eliminate contradictions and improve the regulatory framework in the construction sector.
- Today, January 23, 2026, the president of the Association of Markets, Sergey Ponomarev, shared information with Tazabek about a meeting with President Sadyr Japarov, which was attended by leaders of major construction companies in Kyrgyzstan. During the discussion, Ponomarev raised the issue of Article 10 of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 150, adopted on July 18, 2025, concerning the implementation of the new Land Code.
The World Bank has officially approved a program aimed at creating the first regional electricity market in Central Asia. This ten-year initiative is focused on developing cross-border trade and integrating energy systems, as stated on the bank's website. As part of the initial phase of the project, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and the Energy Coordination Dispatch Center will receive funding of $143.2 million. Of this amount, $140 million will come from the International Development
During a meeting of the Ministry of Energy's board, Bakyt Torobaev, Deputy Prime Minister, raised a question regarding the losses of JSC "Electric Stations" for the past year, despite the transfer of the Bishkek CHPP to the management of the city administration. The company's General Director, Alpbek Sadyrov, noted that in the first half of 2025, "Electric Stations" showed a profit; however, the financial results for the entire year turned out to be negative due to
At a press conference held on January 23, 2026, the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange (KSE) presented the results of its activities for the past year, which was a record year for the platform. The total trading volume for 2025 amounted to 219.7 billion soms, nearly doubling the figures from 2024. The KSE index increased by 54.76%, and the market capitalization reached 219.6 billion soms.
The tax rate on transfers through foreign banks has been reduced from 0.2% to 0.1% The State Tax Service of Kyrgyzstan has announced a reduction in the tax on transactions conducted through banks in other countries. The new rate is 0.1% compared to the previous 0.2%.
In 2025, the IMF released an analytical report on the labor market in Kyrgyzstan, highlighting its problems and possible solutions. Kaktus.media spoke with one of the report's authors, Farid Talyshly, who discussed key trends and vulnerabilities, as well as necessary changes to create a more flexible and convenient employment system for workers and employers.
- During the meeting organized in a question-and-answer format, important aspects related to the fulfillment of obligations by developers and the need to improve the regulatory framework for the construction industry were discussed. The President emphasized the necessity of good faith activities by construction companies, highlighting the importance of transparency and honesty in their work. He noted that violations of obligations to citizens are unacceptable and provided examples of specific
According to the Ministry of Energy, in 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 3.885 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity. However, planned deliveries were only fulfilled by 89-90%, which means a shortfall of 499 million kilowatt-hours. The General Director of JSC "NESK" Ilgiz Sydygaliev announced information about electricity shortfalls by country:
According to Felipe Goya, the regional manager of the World Bank for procurement in Europe and Central Asia, competitive procurement in Kyrgyzstan has already proven its effectiveness. Currently, the electronic state procurement system in the country brings together more than 3,700 customers and over 40,000 suppliers, creating an effective platform for centralized procurement. According to the World Bank, in 2024 and 2025, it is expected that competitive procurement will save about 10% of
According to information provided by the National Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan ranked third among the countries importing apples from Uzbekistan. From January to November 2025, Uzbekistan exported 25.5 thousand tons of apples, generating revenue of $13.2 million. Of this amount, 1.3 thousand tons were supplied specifically to Kyrgyzstan. Thus, the republic ranked third in import volume, behind Kazakhstan (12.2 thousand tons) and Russia (11.3 thousand tons).
- In the medium term, according to the EFSR report, a change in Kyrgyzstan's financial balance is projected (December 2025). Analysts note that the budget surplus, which increased in 2024 and 2025, will gradually decrease.
Photo by the Ministry of Energy. At the construction site of Kambaratinskaya HPP-1. Archive photo The construction of Kambaratinskaya HPP-1, with a capacity of 1860 megawatts, is entering an active phase. This strategically important project for Central Asia has demonstrated significant achievements in both engineering aspects and attracting investments, as was announced at the Ministry of Energy's board meeting in 2025. Investments and Expertise Last year, a competition was held to
Photo by the Ministry of Energy. Uch-Kurgan Hydroelectric Power Station According to information presented at the meeting of the Ministry of Energy's board, last year the electricity deficit in the country amounted to 3.9 billion kilowatt-hours. In 2025, the electricity consumption in Kyrgyzstan reached 19.3 billion kilowatt-hours, while its own production was only 15.4 billion.
- During the inspection, the Ton District Prosecutor's Office of the Issyk-Kul Region found that in 2007 and 2008, land totaling 196.83 hectares, designated for agriculture, was unlawfully transferred into private ownership by the rural ayil okmotu of Ulahol, Ak-Terek, B. Mambetov, as well as the former Ton (now Kün-Chygh). This information was announced by the press service of the General Prosecutor's Office.
- On January 21, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Economy and Commerce with representatives from the Department of Technical Regulation and Metrology and the State Institution "Center for the Development of the Halal Industry". The agenda included issues related to the implementation of the Law "On the Halal Industry in the Kyrgyz Republic," licensing, as well as the procedures for declaring compliance of products with the requirements of the technical regulations of
Everyone Needs Salaries Like Those in the Ministry of Construction The Ministry of Economy and Commerce has analyzed the situation with rising prices in Kyrgyzstan and presented its findings.
Photo by the Ministry of Energy. Coal mining at Kara-Keche In 2025, the state enterprise "Kyrgyzkomur" extracted 1 million 373.8 thousand tons of coal. This was announced at a meeting of the Ministry of Energy's board. Currently, active mining is being carried out based on nine licenses. In 2025, the following deposits were officially opened:
The Chairman of the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service commented on the current state of cash in the country. According to the latest data, the amount of cash held by Kyrgyz citizens ranges from 200 to 300 billion soms, which is a serious cause for concern against the backdrop of inflationary processes. This was stated by Marat Pirnazarov, head of the Financial Market Regulation and Supervision Service, at a meeting of the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange.
A cadastral valuation specialist from the State Agency for Land Resources, Cadastre, Geodesy, and Cartography, Aman Kebekov, noted in an interview on "Birinchi Radio" that it is premature to make forecasts about price increases or decreases in 2026. He also pointed out that the rise in construction material prices will contribute to an increase in real estate prices.
Response from the State Agency for Land Resources Aman Kebekov, a specialist from the State Agency for Land Resources, stated in an interview with "Birinchi Radio" that the purchase of housing by foreign citizens does not influence the formation of prices in the real estate sector of Kyrgyzstan.
The situation primarily affected those who use gas heating. The cause was a failure in the system in November, which resulted in the meter readings not being recorded. After the system was restored, users received bills that greatly surprised them. Consumption Comparison: Numbers IncreasedOne social media user expressed confusion: "How could such a sum for gas arise in December when the temperature was higher than in November? I paid 8,000 soms for November."