Economy

The volume of water in the Toktogul Reservoir has dropped to 9.1 billion cubic meters

This year in Kyrgyzstan, as in most Central Asian countries, there is a decrease in water resources. This information was announced at a government meeting. As of today, the volume of water in the Toktogul reservoir is 9.102 billion cubic meters, which is 1.631 billion cubic meters less compared to the same period in 2025. Experts express concern that the water shortage may negatively affect electricity production. Therefore, the necessity of strict adherence to established electricity

14.01.2026, 18:56

Economy

Sentence for former head of the State Tax Service Abduvayev and former deputy. The State Committee for National Security reported that they paid 4 billion.

The press service of the State Committee for National Security of the Kyrgyz Republic commented on the recent guilty verdict handed down by the Leninsky District Court of Bishkek regarding Altynbek Abduvapov (former head of the tax service) and Islambek Kydyrgichev (his deputy). Both were detained as part of a criminal case initiated by the GKNB in December 2024 under part 3 of Article 337 "Abuse of Office" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. The case concerns crimes

14.01.2026, 18:54

Economy

By the end of 2025, China's investment in the economy of the Kyrgyz Republic reached $2.1 billion

China has taken the position of the largest investor in the industrial sector of Kyrgyzstan, according to data from the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB). Photo from the internet According to the bank, by the end of 2025, the volume of accumulated foreign direct investments from China in the economy of Kyrgyzstan reached $2.1 billion. There has been a growing interest in investments over the past five years, with a sharp increase after 2022. At that time, the volume of Chinese investments

14.01.2026, 18:29

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, the mechanism for launching small PPP projects has been simplified, - NAO

The simplification of the mechanism for initiating projects under public-private partnerships (PPP) for small initiatives has become an important step. This was stated on January 13 during a radio broadcast by Zhalyn Zheenaliev, Deputy Director of the National Investment Agency under the President. According to Zheenaliev, until 2021, the legislation did not provide an effective mechanism for launching PPP projects. However, in 2021, a reform was carried out: the process became three-tiered,

14.01.2026, 18:20

Economy

In Kyrgyzstan, gold and coal reserves have increased: what is happening in the mining industry

From 2021 to 2025, the mining sector of Kyrgyzstan is showing stable growth. The main factors contributing to this include the activation of geological exploration, the inclusion of new reserves in the state balance, and the launch of processing projects. This information was announced by the press service of the Ministry of Natural Resources. The most significant results are observed in 2024-2025. As a result of extensive geological exploration at the Kumtor deposit, gold reserves increased by

14.01.2026, 17:05

Economy

What Kyrgyzstan and Iran Trade

According to data published by the National Statistics Committee, from January to October 2025, the trade volume between Kyrgyzstan and Iran amounted to $66 million, which is 37.3% more than in the same period of 2024. The main imports from Iran included paints and varnishes based on synthetic polymers (worth $3.7 million), equipment for processing mineral materials ($3.4 million), and fruits ($3.3 million). In turn, Kyrgyzstan mainly exported dried legumes (peas, lentils, beans, chickpeas, and

14.01.2026, 16:53

Economy

The Manufacturing Industry Attracts Chinese Investors in the Eurasian Region

- According to the EDB report (2025), the manufacturing industry stands out as one of the most interesting sectors for Chinese investors in the Eurasian space. EDB analysts have identified several key areas that are of interest for Chinese investments in this region: manufacturing industry, energy, including renewable energy sources, transport and logistics, agricultural industry.

14.01.2026, 16:25

Economy

Imports of onions and garlic from Uzbekistan increased 2.5 times in the first 10 months of 2025

- According to the information from the agency, from January to October, Kyrgyzstan imported 14,000 tons of onions and garlic worth 3.4 million dollars. This figure is 2.5 times higher than the indicators for the same period in 2024, when 5,700 tons were imported for 954 thousand dollars. The main supplier countries of onions and garlic to Kyrgyzstan: January-October 2025 January-October 2024 Product group - country quantity in tons thousands of dollars quantity in tons thousands of dollars

14.01.2026, 16:23

Economy

Deputy: Farmers in the Talas Region Sell Beans Below Cost Price

- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh held on January 14, 2026, Deputy Dastanbek Jumabekov drew attention to the difficult situation faced by farmers in the Talas region, who are forced to deal with falling prices for beans. He reminded that he had previously discussed this issue with the Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev, who promised to find solutions, but the situation continues to deteriorate.

14.01.2026, 16:21

Economy

Kumtor and New Projects: How the Mining Industry of Kyrgyzstan is Strengthening

From 2021 to 2025, the mining sector of Kyrgyzstan has shown steady growth, marked by an increase in investments, activation of geological exploration, and implementation of new projects. According to the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision, particularly significant successes were achieved in 2024 and 2025. As a result of large-scale geological exploration at Kumtor in 2024, gold reserves increased by 147.4 tons and were added to the state balance. This opens up

14.01.2026, 16:15

Economy

The influx of foreign investments in Kyrgyzstan has increased by more than 21%, - NAI

Foreign direct investment in Kyrgyzstan has increased by more than 21%. This was reported on January 13 during a radio broadcast by the Deputy Director of the National Investment Agency under the President, Jalyn Zheenaliev. As Zheenaliev noted, the main factors important for foreign and local investors are stability and guarantees for the return of investments. Statistical data confirms that the inflow of foreign investments has indeed increased by more than 21%.

14.01.2026, 16:15

Economy

Crisis Contingency Plans: The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic Approved New Requirements for Banks

The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has approved new requirements regarding the financial rehabilitation plans of banking organizations. This document introduces mandatory conditions for the development and submission of such plans, which must be prepared in advance. They should contain specific measures aimed at restoring the financial stability of banks in case of deterioration in their economic situation.

14.01.2026, 16:02

Economy

Re-export of new cars to Russia through Kyrgyzstan decreased at the end of 2025

In December 2025, 50.3 thousand new passenger cars were imported into Russia, which is 26% lower compared to the same period in 2024. This data was provided by the Russian analytical agency "Autostat". The share of Kyrgyzstan in the total volume of car imports to Russia fell from 21.6% in November to 18.5% in December.

14.01.2026, 15:57

Economy

The GKNB commented on the court's verdict against former GNS head Abduvapa and his ex-deputy.

The press service of the State Committee for National Security (GKNB) reported on the decision of the Leninsky District Court of Bishkek, which issued a guilty verdict against Altynbek Abduvapov, the former head of the tax service, and his deputy Islambek Kydyrgychev. Both individuals were detained in connection with a case initiated by the GKNB in December 2024, under Article 337, Part 3 "Abuse of Official Position" of the Criminal Code of the Kyrgyz Republic. Considering that the

14.01.2026, 15:43

Economy

In November, imports of pharmaceutical products from China to Kyrgyzstan decreased by almost 80%

- According to the information from the General Administration of Customs of China, in November 2025, the import of pharmaceutical products from China to Kyrgyzstan decreased by 78.2% year-on-year. The import volume amounted to less than $400,000, while in the same period last year it reached $1.7 million.

14.01.2026, 15:41

Economy

Agricultural Production in Kyrgyzstan Increased by 2% in January-November 2025, - EEC

From January to November 2025, there is a 2% increase in agricultural production in Kyrgyzstan. This data was released on January 13 by the Department of Statistics of the Eurasian Economic Commission. Among the main indicators, milk production increased by 3%, livestock and poultry by 3.3%, and the volume of egg production rose by 8.7%.

14.01.2026, 15:25

Economy

Markets and Stores of Kyrgyzstan Announce Boycott of E-Wallets

There is a significant reduction in the use of electronic wallets in the markets and stores of Kyrgyzstan. Buyers, who previously could conveniently pay through O!Money, MegaPay, or "ELSOM," are now faced with a persistent demand: "Cash only!" A correspondent from VB.KG personally confirmed this by visiting various retail outlets in the city. Plans for the digital transformation of the country's economy have encountered serious difficulties, leading to a regression to

14.01.2026, 14:54

Economy

Investments of $715 million: Nearly 8,500 jobs created in the Kyrgyz Republic in a year

In 2022, 8,471 jobs were created in Kyrgyzstan, as reported by Iskandarbek Mamatov, head of the regional development policy department of the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, on the air of "Birinchi Radio." According to him, the country received investments amounting to $715.7 million last year. This contributed to the opening of new enterprises and the creation of jobs in various regions.

14.01.2026, 14:52

Society / Economy

Veterinary control at the border of Kyrgyzstan operates in "economy mode"?

While tax reforms are being discussed within the country, there is a remarkable calm at the external borders of Kyrgyzstan. According to an official report from the Ministry of Agriculture of the Kyrgyz Republic, only 112 violations were recorded at border veterinary control points in 2025.

14.01.2026, 14:43

Economy

Kyrgyzstan supplied nearly 30,000 new cars to Russia in the 4th quarter of 2025

- In the fourth quarter of 2025, Kyrgyzstan exported nearly 30,000 new cars to Russia. The full version is available by subscription.

14.01.2026, 14:10

Economy

Over 19 million fish fry released into Issyk-Kul and Son-Kul lakes in 2025

- This year, 13.6 million fry were released into Lake Issyk-Kul, while Lake Son-Kul received 5.6 million, according to information from the department's press service. According to data from the Institute of Biology of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, 26 different species of fish inhabit Issyk-Kul. In 2024, 21.5 million fry were released into this lake, and 5.7 million into Son-Kul.

14.01.2026, 14:01

Economy

The deputy asked for help for farmers in the Talas region with the market for selling beans.

At the meeting of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, 2026, Deputy Medina Kairylbekova drew the attention of the Cabinet of Ministers to the need to support farmers from the Talas region who are facing difficulties in selling beans. She noted that the government has yet to provide the promised clarifications regarding the market and prices for beans. Kairylbekova emphasized the importance of immediate intervention to support agricultural producers for whom beans are a key crop. The deputy called

14.01.2026, 13:55

Economy

Kyrgyzstan Remains the Leader in the EAEU in Producer Price Growth for Agricultural Products

According to the latest data, there is a steady increase in prices for agricultural products in Kyrgyzstan, which exceeds those in other EAEU countries. For example, in Kazakhstan, prices have risen by 9.9%, in Belarus by 2.6%. Meanwhile, in Armenia and Russia, there is a decrease of 7.6% and 1% respectively.

14.01.2026, 13:50

Economy

The deputy compared the Leilek district to the Sahara due to the lack of water.

- During the plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on January 14, 2026, Deputy Kamila Talieva drew attention to the acute shortage of water resources in the Leilek district, located in the Batken region. She noted that local residents are in need of access to both drinking and irrigation water.

14.01.2026, 13:48