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Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, imports of fresh fruits from Iran decreased by 25%

In the first ten months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan reduced its import of fresh fruits from Iran by 25%. This information was provided by the National Statistical Committee. According to the report, from January to October of this year, the republic imported 1,900 tons of fresh fruits from Iran, amounting to $1.1 million. This figure is significantly lower than in the same period of 2024, when the volume of purchases reached 2,500 tons worth $1.7 million.

11.01.2026, 00:44
Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, wheat imports from Kazakhstan increased by 6.5 times

- In the first 10 months of 2025, wheat imports from Kazakhstan increased by 6.5 times. This data is provided by the National Statistical Committee. During the reporting period, Kyrgyzstan purchased 202,000 tons of wheat from Kazakhstan for a total of 40 million dollars. This significantly exceeds the volume of supplies for the same period in 2024, when 30,000 tons were imported for a total of 5.9 million dollars.

11.01.2026, 00:16
Tajikistan and Uzbekistan Launch Multimodal Transport Corridor
Economy

Tajikistan and Uzbekistan Launch Multimodal Transport Corridor

An important event has taken place in Central Asia: Uzbekistan and Tajikistan have announced the launch of a test multimodal transport corridor that will connect the region with China and Europe, as reported by Anadolu Ajansı. Illustrative photo The initiative starts with the organization of a test run, during which a convoy of ten trucks will depart from Uzbekistan through Tajikistan to China. This decision was made jointly by the transport ministers of both countries, who also agreed to

10.01.2026, 13:44
Economy

The PRC has updated the registration rules for foreign food manufacturers

In accordance with the new rules published by the General Administration of Customs of China, updates for the registration of foreign food manufacturers will come into effect on June 1, 2026. The PRC has decided to change its approach to registration, moving away from a fixed list of product categories in favor of a risk-based system that takes into account the country of origin, specific enterprise, and type of product. Importers will now be assigned a risk level based on the type of product,

10.01.2026, 13:33
Bishkek's Grocery Basket as of January 10. What Has Increased in Price the Most
Economy

Bishkek's Grocery Basket as of January 10. What Has Increased in Price the Most

Since the beginning of 2026, specifically in the first two weeks, there has been a rise in prices for a number of products in Bishkek, including cucumbers, tomatoes, cabbage, apples, and bananas. At the same time, potatoes, peppers, onions, carrots, and pears have become cheaper. As a result, the minimum grocery set has increased in price by 540 soms, and its current cost is 6,723 soms.

10.01.2026, 12:54
Economy

Cargo that does not meet the requirements of the EAEU will not be allowed into Kyrgyzstan

- On January 8, 2026, Maksat Kocherov, the Director of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine under the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, conducted an unannounced inspection at the phytosanitary control points "Ak-Tilek" and the SVH "Kant," located at the Kyrgyz-Kazakh border. This was reported by the press service of the ministry. During the inspection, instructions were given for the mandatory compliance with

10.01.2026, 11:07
Uzbekistan will train 5 million artificial intelligence leaders
Economy

Uzbekistan will train 5 million artificial intelligence leaders

The launch of the project "Five Million Artificial Intelligence Leaders" will take place in 2026 and will last until 2035. Each academic year, a competition will be held to reward the best participants, as well as schools and teachers, with cash prizes of $1000, laptops, and electric cars.

10.01.2026, 11:05
Economy

Temporary ban on the export of ferrous metal waste from the Kyrgyz Republic is proposed to be extended

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan has initiated a discussion on the proposal to extend the temporary ban on the export of ferrous metals and their waste from the country. The corresponding draft document has already been presented for public discussion. According to the new version of the resolution, it is proposed that the ban on the export of scrap and waste of ferrous metals, including ingots for remelting, will be extended for an additional six months. This ban covers goods

10.01.2026, 10:45
Economy

In 2025, 5.8 tons of feed additives were exported from the Kirov region of the Russian Federation to Kyrgyzstan and other countries.

The Rosselkhoznadzor office, covering the Kirov region, Udmurt Republic, and Perm Krai, has published a report on its activities for 2025. This information was provided by Rosselkhoznadzor itself. According to data for the Kirov region, the following results were achieved in the field of exports: 5.8 tons of feed additives were exported to countries such as Kyrgyzstan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Moldova, Georgia, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan; 435 kg of hunting trophies were sent to

10.01.2026, 10:44
Economy

Residents of Naryn Region Have Increased Electricity Consumption Limit

The press service of the Ministry of Energy reported an increase in the electricity consumption limit for the population of the Naryn region. According to the agency's information, this decision was made in response to requests from residents facing difficulties due to high-altitude conditions and a challenging climate. The new limit during peak load hours has increased from 189,648 to 264,312 kilowatt-hours.

10.01.2026, 10:21
Cargoes that do not meet the requirements of the EAEU will not be allowed into the territory of the KR
Economy

Cargoes that do not meet the requirements of the EAEU will not be allowed into the territory of the KR

On January 8, 2026, M. A. Kocherov, head of the Department of Chemicalization, Plant Protection, and Quarantine, conducted an inspection at the border crossing points between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan. Even though the New Year holidays are still ongoing for government officials, an unscheduled inspection of the phytosanitary control operations at the "Ak-Tilek" checkpoint and the temporary storage facility "Kant" was organized. During the inspection, recommendations were

10.01.2026, 09:24
Economy

The global economy will grow by 2.7 percent in 2026 - UN report

According to a new report from the United Nations, the global economy is expected to grow by 2.7 percent in 2026. This figure is lower than the forecast of 2.8 percent for 2025 and significantly lags behind the pre-pandemic average of 3.2 percent. According to the UN News Service, last year the global economy showed unexpected resilience to the sharp increase in tariffs in the U.S., supported by stable consumer spending and declining inflation, which helped maintain growth rates.

09.01.2026, 22:33
Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, imports of scales from China decreased by 2.4 times

The National Statistical Committee reports that during the first ten months of 2025, imports of scales from China decreased by 2.4 times. According to the agency's data, Kyrgyzstan imported 46,000 units of weighing equipment worth 2.1 million dollars from January to October. This amount is 2.4 times less than in the same period of the previous year, when 112,000 units of equipment worth 1.1 million dollars were imported. At the same time, the value of imported equipment nearly doubled. In

09.01.2026, 21:06
Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, imports of road and construction machinery from China increased by 2.2 times

- From January to October 2025, Kyrgyzstan imported 3,300 units of road and construction machinery from China, totaling $141 million. This is 2.2 times more compared to the same period in 2024, when 1,500 units of machinery worth $52 million were imported. In addition to China, other countries are also involved in supplying road and construction machinery to Kyrgyzstan: January-October 2025 January-October 2024 Country - Product Group Quantity (units) Thousands of dollars Quantity (units)

09.01.2026, 19:48
Economy

In the first 10 months of 2025, imports of washing machines from China increased by 67%

According to data presented by the National Statistical Committee, during the first ten months of 2025, imports of washing machines from China increased by 67% compared to the same period of the previous year. From January to October, Kyrgyzstan purchased 96,000 washing machines from China for a total of $14.7 million. In comparison, in 2024, only 57,000 units worth $8.7 million were imported during the same period.

09.01.2026, 19:22
Economy

The Audit Chamber identified violations in the registration of grant projects amounting to 10.9 billion soms for the years 2022–2024

- In its recent report, the Audit Chamber analyzed the compliance of budget execution by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce and related institutions for the period from the beginning of 2022 to the end of 2024. The audit results revealed systemic shortcomings in the process of attracting and utilizing international grant and technical assistance.

09.01.2026, 19:06
Economy

Short Road from Almaty to Issyk-Kul. When the parties plan to make a final decision

An interdepartmental working group has been established in Kazakhstan to study the project for the road from Almaty to Issyk-Kul, as reported by Tengrinews.kz. The group includes representatives from various ministries, including the Ministry of National Economy, the Ministry of Ecology, the National Chamber of Entrepreneurs "Atameken," the Border Service of the National Security Committee, and the Ministry of Transport.

09.01.2026, 18:48