Uzbekistan and Tajikistan have announced the launch of a test multimodal transport corridor that will connect China with Europe through Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Turkey, bypassing the territory of Kazakhstan. This was reported by the Executive Committee of the CIS.

- On December 25, 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers issued Resolution No. 829, which states the transfer of a land plot in the Lenin district of Bishkek from the category of "agricultural land" to the category of "land for industry, transport, communications, energy, defense, and other purposes." This decision was made for the construction of an electrical substation. The grounds for it include the resolution of the Bishkek city hall dated September 16, 2025, No. 261, and the

Starting January 1, 2026, the Crypto Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) will come into effect, which will significantly impact the tax transparency of digital assets in 48 countries. At the same time, significant changes in the legal regulation of cryptocurrencies are occurring in several Central Asian countries.

According to Reuters, gold continues to rise in price, approaching record highs, which is linked to geopolitical risks and expectations of a decrease in interest rates by the Federal Reserve (Fed), which in turn stimulates demand for this precious metal. The increased interest in gold as a "safe-haven asset" is fueled by heightened geopolitical tension caused by the arrest of the president of Venezuela, as well as forecasts of a possible rate cut in the U.S.

On Tuesday, the Saudi Arabian Capital Market Authority (CMA) announced the opening of its market to all foreign investors starting February 1, 2026. This became possible after the CMA board approved changes to the regulatory framework, allowing non-residents to invest directly in the main market, Bloomberg reports. Thus, all segments of the capital market will become accessible to international investors, enabling them to participate directly. The approved amendments aim to expand and diversify

The staffing situation in the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry has stabilized thanks to a number of measures, as stated by First Deputy Minister Zhanibek Kerimaliev on the radio. Previously, the ministry faced a shortage of specialists, particularly in the central office. However, to date, due to salary increases and the activation of practical activities, there has been a noticeable decrease in staff turnover.

. Statistical data indicates that the total volume of services provided in this segment reached 57 billion 412 million soms. Compared to the same period in 2024, this figure increased by 24.9% (up from 45 billion 964.8 million soms). Bishkek continues to hold a leading position, providing 36 billion 538.4 million soms, which is 23% more than last year (29 billion 699.9 million soms). Thus, the capital accounts for approximately 64% of the total volume.

- Farmers have begun to purposefully use government loans. This information was presented on the radio by the First Deputy Minister of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry, Zhanibek Kerimaliev. As Kerimaliev noted, at the initial stage of implementing agricultural financing programs, there was observed misuse of allocated funds. Loans were often spent on non-agricultural needs, including repairs and purchases unrelated to agriculture. However, the situation has changed now due

According to the National Statistics Committee, in the first nine months of 2025, Kyrgyzstan significantly increased truck imports, totaling 18,449 units worth $212.7 million.

In Osh, the opening of the bridge on J. Shamsiyev Street and the completion of the asphalting of Street No. 151 took place. According to Turmush correspondent, Street No. 151 is managed by the municipal territorial administration "Jibek-Jolu." The opening gathered local residents and representatives of the authorities.