Economy

Trump's Son-in-Law Showed the Master Plan for Gaza's Development: Exactly Like Dubai

At a recent ceremony in Davos, where the charter of the "Peace Council" for Gaza was signed, Jared Kushner, son-in-law of former U.S. President Donald Trump, presented an ambitious "master plan" for the Gaza Strip. Kushner announced plans to divide the enclave into several zones. Initially, the creation of a free zone near the territory controlled by Hamas was planned, but this idea was replaced by a more ambitious approach. “We decided that instead of limiting ourselves to

23.01.2026, 12:45

Economy

The Audit Chamber identified violations in the budget expenditures of the Antimonopoly Service

- The Audit Chamber's office conducted an inspection of the budget compliance of the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce. Information about this has been presented on the official website. The audit revealed that, despite the existence of goals in regulatory acts aimed at strengthening the material and technical base, the actual use of funds from the Development Fund in this area turned out to be extremely low.

23.01.2026, 11:55

Economy

A specialist from the Ministry of Economy spoke about achievements in the light industry

According to information announced on the air of "Birinchi Radio" by Talantbek Karasartov, the head of the industrial sector analysis department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, the production volume in the light industry of Kyrgyzstan reached approximately 25 billion soms last year. Karasartov noted that out of this amount, around 4 billion soms were attributed to the textile industry, over 20 billion soms to the garment production, and the leather and footwear sector

23.01.2026, 11:52

Economy

Exchange rates in commercial banks of Kyrgyzstan on January 23

Information about exchange rates was collected from the official websites of commercial banks. If you have any questions regarding the provided data, we recommend contacting the respective banks directly. The exchange rates indicated in this material are current as of the time of publication and are intended for cash exchange. Please note that these rates may change throughout the day. You can also check the official exchange rate of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic and the exchange

23.01.2026, 11:40

Economy

The Ruble is Rising More and More. Currency Exchange Rates in Commercial Banks on January 23

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has updated the exchange rates as of January 23: In commercial financial institutions, there is a slight increase in the cost of the dollar when purchasing, while the euro and ruble have become significantly more expensive. AKB "TOLUBAI" 87.30/87.80 101.80/102.80 1.07/1.16 AO "DEMIR KYRGYZ INTERNATIONAL BANK" 87.30/87.80 102.40/103.40 1.14/1.17 ZAO "BANK ASIA" 87.40/87.80 102.10/103.10 1.14/1.17 ZAO "BANK KOMPANYON"

23.01.2026, 11:35

Economy

If "Döwlet Kurylysh" Company is unable to complete the construction, the facility will be transferred to the state, - Kanybek Tumanbaev

- During the inspection, Kanaybek Tumanbaev familiarized himself with the condition of the facilities under the control of the company "Döwlet Kuruş". According to information, more than 1000 citizens participating in shared construction have entrusted their funds to this company. The investors noted that there should be about 978 million soms remaining in the company's accounts.

23.01.2026, 11:34

Economy

GNS: Transaction Tax Rate Reduced

The State Tax Service of the Kyrgyz Republic informs about the reduction of the tax rate on transactions conducted through banks abroad from 0.2% to 0.1%. These changes have been made to the Tax Code of the Kyrgyz Republic in accordance with the Law of December 31, 2025, "On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Field of Taxation, Social Insurance, and Non-Tax Revenues."

23.01.2026, 11:30

Economy / Exclusive

In the Talas Region, a sausage workshop is creating new jobs

In the Manas district of the Talas region, in the village of Uch-Korgon, a new sausage production workshop is successfully operating. It not only produces high-quality products but also actively contributes to the creation of jobs for local residents. According to information from the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, this facility produces about 20 different types of sausage products made from beef and chicken, which are supplied throughout the country. The

23.01.2026, 11:09

Economy

Turkish Investments in the Economy of Kyrgyzstan Doubled in 2025

After an increase in investments, Turkey has taken third place among foreign investors, trailing only China and Russia.

23.01.2026, 10:49

Economy

Export, Prices, and Salaries. What Happened to Kyrgyzstan's Economy in 2025?

According to the results of 2025, the gross domestic product of Kyrgyzstan grew by more than 11%, reaching 1.9 trillion soms according to preliminary data. How was such a result achieved, according to information from the authorities? High Growth RatesAccording to preliminary data, the country's gross domestic product in 2025 amounted to over 1.9 trillion soms, which is 11.1% more compared to January - December 2024.

23.01.2026, 10:27

Economy / Exclusive

The price of precious metals has soared to record levels

On the evening of January 22, the price of precious metals once again showed a sharp increase, setting new records. Silver, in particular, has for the first time surpassed the mark of $96 per troy ounce, increasing by 3.81 percent and reaching $96.17. This data is confirmed by trading indicators.

23.01.2026, 09:59

Economy

By March 1, cryptocurrency exchanges must increase their minimum charter capital to 10 billion soms.

On December 31, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers approved a new resolution regarding the regulation of the virtual assets market. According to this document, all existing service providers in the field of virtual assets, including cryptocurrency exchanges, are required to adjust the minimum size of their authorized capital in accordance with the requirements set forth in the Cabinet's resolution dated September 16, 2022, No. 514, by March 1, 2026:

23.01.2026, 09:52

Economy

GDP is Growing, Prices are Pressing: Why Kyrgyzstanis Do Not Feel the Economic Upswing

Photo from the internet Since 2021, the World Bank has been conducting a study titled "Listening to the Kyrgyz Republic," which is based on regular telephone surveys. It reveals an interesting paradox: despite the stable improvement of macroeconomic indicators, the residents of Kyrgyzstan do not feel equally positive changes in their well-being. The document covers the time period from 2022 to the third quarter of 2025, allowing for a comparison of overall economic trends with the

23.01.2026, 09:34

Economy / Exclusive

Farmers in Tokmok were explained the rules for the effective use of mineral fertilizers

In Tokmok, located in the Chui region, employees of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine held a seminar aimed at educating local farmers and peasants. As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, specialists prepared presentations on current pests, diseases, and weeds that agricultural crops in the region face. During the seminar, participants were also provided with recommendations for the effective

23.01.2026, 09:25

Economy

The ruble has significantly appreciated against the som, while the euro has depreciated. Exchange rates as of January 23.

As of January 23 of this year, the official exchange rates for the Russian ruble, the Kazakh tenge, and the Chinese yuan showed an increase, while the euro demonstrated a decline. The US dollar remained at the same level. This data is provided by the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange offices in Bishkek. US Dollar:

23.01.2026, 09:05

Economy / Exclusive

Exchange rates for January 23

The National Bank has updated the official exchange rates for the som as of January 23, 2026. According to information provided by the regulator, the current exchange rates are as follows: 1 US dollar — 87.4500 som (unchanged); 1 euro — 102.2203 som (decrease); 1 Russian ruble — 1.1409 som (increase); 1 Kazakh tenge — 0.1728 som (slight increase); 1 Chinese yuan — 12.5593 som (slight increase). Compared to the previous day, the dollar rate remained stable, while the euro showed a decrease, and

23.01.2026, 09:03

Economy

Exchange Rates at the Moscow City Council on January 23: Dollar Decreased in Value, Ruble Increased in Value

The morning exchange rates set at the exchange points on the Mossovet on January 23 can be seen below: US Dollar 87.50 87.75 Euro 101.7-102.3 102.5-103.1 Ruble 1.13-1.15 1.14-1.16 Tenge 0.16-0.17 0.17 The dollar rate has changed: the purchase price remains at 87.5 soms, while the selling price has decreased to 87.75 soms.

23.01.2026, 09:01

Economy

The state debt of Kyrgyzstan reached $8 billion 850.12 million - Ministry of Finance

As of November 30, 2025, according to information from the Ministry of Finance, the total public debt of Kyrgyzstan amounted to $8 billion 850.12 million. Domestic debt, as the agency's data shows, significantly exceeds external obligations and stands at $3 billion 527.41 million, which corresponds to 99 percent of the total debt. The majority of these funds are loans from long-term securities.

23.01.2026, 08:42

Economy

Construction of the facility by LLC "MilDom" in Jalal-Abad has been suspended due to lack of permission.

- In Kyrgyzstan, verification activities aimed at monitoring construction sites continue, as reported by the Ministry of Construction, Architecture, and Housing and Communal Services. As part of these checks, the Jalal-Abad Regional Department of the State Architectural and Construction Control conducted an unscheduled inspection.

23.01.2026, 08:23

Economy

The Ministry of Finance forecasts tax collection of up to 578 billion soms this year.

The Ministry of Finance of the Kyrgyz Republic expects that tax revenues for the current year will amount to approximately 578 billion soms. This information was presented in documents concerning fiscal risks for the period from 2025 to 2030. As part of the analysis of tax revenues, specialists from the ministry prepared three different scenarios:

23.01.2026, 07:59

Economy

In the residential complex, the absence of an organic product certification body was discussed.

- Deputy of the Jogorku Kenesh Mahabat Mavlyanova held a discussion with professionals in the field of organic agriculture, according to information provided by the press service of the Jogorku Kenesh. During the meeting, participants analyzed the current state of organic farming in the country, its future, and the key issues faced by farmers.

23.01.2026, 07:28

Economy

There Are No Rolling Blackouts in Kyrgyzstan - Ministry of Energy

Today, January 22, at a meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh, Deputy Minister of Energy Altynbek Rysbekov reported that rolling blackouts are not being implemented in Kyrgyzstan. Commenting on the inquiry from Deputy Mahabat Mavlyanova regarding frequent power outages in the Nookat district, he noted that no schedules for rolling blackouts have been introduced in the country. According to him, the current outages are not a result of intentional restrictions on electricity supply.

22.01.2026, 20:26

Economy / Exclusive

From Quantity to Quality. Breeding Livestock Farming is Actively Developing in the Manas District

In the Talas region, in the Manas district, there is an annual increase in the number of farmers engaged in breeding livestock. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, there are currently 48 cooperatives actively working here, focusing on the breeding of both meat and dairy cattle. Recently, the cooperative "Nogoybay Ata" joined this numerical group, which is engaged in the breeding of Auliakol breed cows. This breed is distinguished by its outstanding endurance to cold climatic

22.01.2026, 18:55

Economy / Exclusive

Farmers in Kyrgyzstan have access to equipment at 6% annual interest

In Kyrgyzstan, the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry is actively working to improve the machinery and tractor fleet for farmers, providing them with the opportunity to upgrade their equipment. Since 2011, thanks to the initiatives of the ministry and the support of the cabinet of ministers, a number of leasing projects have been implemented. These programs are carried out through OJSC "Aiyl Bank" and "Eldik Bank," and currently include 7

22.01.2026, 18:07