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Economy

In the online taxpayer cabinet, the submission of reports "not in one's district" has been excluded.

According to updates, tax reports can now only be submitted in the area where the taxpayer is registered. This innovation was announced by the State Institution "Salyk Service". In the message, it is specified that previously users could accidentally send a report to another area where their business is not registered. Now, the system will not allow the submission of a report to an area that does not correspond to the place of registration.

16.01.2026, 11:11
Economy

January - a month of change? Why do people start looking for a new job after the New Year (survey)

Although winter is considered a "quiet" period in the labor market, at the beginning of the year, many job seekers feel the urge to change jobs. The platform headhunter.kg conducted a survey among more than 450 job seekers in Kyrgyzstan to find out the reasons for this phenomenon: is it a result of emotional states after a busy year, fatigue, or purposeful planning of the next career step? Here’s what they found out. What winter circumstances influence the desire to change jobs?

16.01.2026, 11:00
Economy

Revenue from special permits for the transportation of oversized cargo in 2025 amounted to 335.2 million soms

- In 2025, the revenues generated by the Department of Ground and Water Transport amounted to 453.5 million soms. This figure is 3.2 times higher than the corresponding indicator for 2024, which was 138.4 million soms, according to the agency's information. The main factor for growth was the fees for issuing special permits for the transportation of indivisible oversized and heavy cargo. In this area, the budget received 335.2 million soms, which is more than 4.5 times higher than last

16.01.2026, 10:47
Kyrgyzstan Among Leaders in Economic Growth in Central Asia in 2026
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Kyrgyzstan Among Leaders in Economic Growth in Central Asia in 2026

According to the World Bank, in its January report "Global Economic Prospects," the organization predicts that by 2026, Kyrgyzstan, along with Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, will be one of the three countries with the highest GDP growth rates among 22 developing economies in the Europe and Central Asia (ECA) region. Central Asia continues to be the subregion with the most pronounced economic growth rates in the ECA. In 2025, the total GDP of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and

16.01.2026, 10:35
Economy

List of Meat Processing Companies in the Country (Addresses and Owners)

- According to the data from the National Statistical Committee, 252.5 thousand tons of meat in live weight have been produced in the republic since the beginning of 2023. The increase in meat production in the republic is due to the growth in the number of livestock and pigs. The National Statistical Committee conducted a comparison of data at the end of 2022 with data at the end of 2023: horses — 542.5 thousand (+1.6%); cattle (bovine) — 1 million 802.3 thousand (+1.1%); sheep and goats — 6

16.01.2026, 09:21
The ruble and dollar have appreciated, the yuan has set a new record. Currency exchange rates as of January 16.
Economy

The ruble and dollar have appreciated, the yuan has set a new record. Currency exchange rates as of January 16.

Photo from the internet. Since the beginning of last year, the yuan has been steadily strengthening against the som According to data from the National Bank of Kyrgyzstan and exchange points in Bishkek, the official rates of the dollar, Russian ruble, and Chinese yuan have increased, while the euro rate has decreased. The Kazakh tenge remained at the same level. US Dollar: Official rate of the NB KR: 87.4489 soms (increase of 0.001 percent). Average rate in exchange offices: buying — 87.34

16.01.2026, 09:20
Economy

MP "Bishkekteploset" wants to purchase pipes for 85.9 million soms

MP "Bishkekteploset" has announced its plans to purchase pipes for a total amount of 85.9 million soms, as confirmed by the relevant applications on the government procurement portal. The first application concerns pre-insulated pipes, for which 50.78 million soms are allocated. The second application involves the purchase of steel pipes for an amount of 35.14 million soms.

16.01.2026, 09:20
How Farmers in the Chuy Region Use Preferential Loans – Inspection by the Ministry of Agriculture
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How Farmers in the Chuy Region Use Preferential Loans – Inspection by the Ministry of Agriculture

On January 15, 2026, in the Chuy region, in the Moscow and Sokuluk districts, a working trip was made by the Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, Mirbek Duysheev. Together with the leadership of OJSC "Aiyl Bank" and OJSC "Eldik Bank," he visited several farms engaged in animal husbandry that received preferential loans under government programs. According to a press release from the ministry, the purpose of the visit was to

16.01.2026, 09:12
Exchange rates for January 16
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Exchange rates for January 16

The National Bank has presented the current exchange rates for foreign currencies as of January 16, 2026. Compared to the previous day's data, there are slight fluctuations in the values of the currencies.

16.01.2026, 08:37
Economy

Investors in Kyrgyzstan may be granted residence permits and tax holidays

The possibility of obtaining a residence permit for foreign investors willing to invest between 300,000 to 400,000 dollars in the economy of Kyrgyzstan is under consideration. This was announced by Zhalyn Zheenaliev, Deputy Head of the National Investment Agency under the President of the country, in an interview on "Birinchi Radio". According to Zheenaliev, this initiative is aimed at increasing Kyrgyzstan's competitiveness in attracting foreign investments. In a situation where

15.01.2026, 20:55
Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, imports of frozen beef from India increased by 7.4 times

- According to information provided by the National Statistical Committee, from January to October 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 493 tons of frozen beef from India worth 985 thousand dollars. This is a significant increase compared to the same period in 2024, when only 66 tons were imported, valued at 139 thousand dollars. Overall, frozen beef in Kyrgyzstan comes from several countries, as shown in the table below: January-October 2025 January-October 2024 Commodity group - country quantity in tons

15.01.2026, 20:37
Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, tea imports from Kazakhstan decreased by 36%

The import of tea from Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan decreased by 36% in the first ten months of 2025. This information was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's data, from January to October 2025, Kyrgyzstan received 3,700 tons of tea from Kazakhstan, totaling $4.6 million. In the same period of 2024, the import volume was significantly higher — 5,800 tons, with a total value of $4 million.

15.01.2026, 18:57
Banks of Kyrgyzstan Transition to Unified Standards of Crisis Planning
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Banks of Kyrgyzstan Transition to Unified Standards of Crisis Planning

The National Bank of Kyrgyzstan has approved new requirements regarding the development and updating of financial recovery plans for commercial banks. These measures are aimed at creating action scenarios in crisis conditions, which will help protect the interests of depositors and strengthen the financial stability of the sector. As it became known, the relevant resolution of the Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic "On the Approval of the Regulation 'On the

15.01.2026, 18:41
Economy

New Rules for Importing Goods through E-commerce from Third Countries in Kyrgyzstan, - Association of E-commerce

- Updated regulations for the import of goods through e-commerce have been adopted in Kyrgyzstan. The Vice President of the E-commerce Association, Yunus Zairov, spoke about this on the radio. According to Zairov, before the introduction of the e-commerce law, online orders were made through express carriers with a limit of 200 euros and 31 kilograms. Previously, this threshold was 1000 euros, but it was reduced at the beginning of this year.

15.01.2026, 18:33
Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, coffee imports in Kyrgyzstan increased by 20%

- Coffee imports to Kyrgyzstan increased by 20% over the first 10 months of 2025, according to information provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the agency's data, from January to October 2025, the republic imported 366 tons of coffee from more than 22 countries, with a total value of $4.3 million. This is 20% more compared to the same period in 2024, when 304 tons were imported at a value of $2.5 million.

15.01.2026, 18:17
Restaurants and Cafes in Kyrgyzstan Review Prices After Cancellation of Service Charge
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Restaurants and Cafes in Kyrgyzstan Review Prices After Cancellation of Service Charge

As a result of the growing number of complaints from consumers, a decision was made to abolish the service charge in public catering establishments. This decision, concerning the 15 percent additional charge on the cost of dishes, was announced by Adilet Jumabekov, a leading specialist in the Department of Antimonopoly Policy, Competition Development, and Pricing of the Ministry of Economy, on the air of Birinchi Radio. The President's Administration instructed to prepare proposals for

15.01.2026, 17:18
Economy

Investors in Kyrgyzstan may be granted visas for 30 years and tax holidays

In Kyrgyzstan, an initiative is being considered to provide long-term visas for foreign investors for a period of 20 to 30 years. This step will be available to those who are ready to invest amounts ranging from 300,000 to 400,000 US dollars into the country's economy. This was announced by Zhalyn Zheenaliev, Deputy Head of the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to Zheenaliev, this initiative is aimed

15.01.2026, 16:59
Economy

Kyrgyzstan is considering long-term visas for 20–30 years for investors willing to invest $300–400 thousand, - NAI

- Kyrgyzstan is actively working on creating attractive conditions for foreign investors. The Deputy Head of the National Investment Agency under the President, Zhalyn Zheenaliev, announced this information on the air of radio on January 13. According to him, competition for foreign investments is intensifying at the global level, where both developing and developed countries are striving to attract capital. After the pandemic period, this process has somewhat slowed down. Currently, the total

15.01.2026, 16:54