Kyrgyzstan is ready to defend its rights in the EAEU, - Ministry of Economy
At a meeting of the Committee of the Jogorku Kenesh on Finance and Entrepreneurship, held on March 2, 2026, Deputy Ismanali Joroev raised the issue of obstacles to the export of Kyrgyz goods to EAEU countries. He noted that imported goods enter the country without hindrance, while exports face serious difficulties.
Particular attention was paid by the deputy to the long queues of trucks at the border with Kazakhstan. “When will we be able to freely move our goods within the EAEU?” he inquired.
In response, Deputy Minister of Economy Sultan Akhmatov stated that delays are caused by internal problems in Russia and Kazakhstan, which create difficulties for transit.
“If they continue to violate EAEU rules and create barriers, we will defend our rights by preparing all necessary documents for the Eurasian Economic Commission,” Akhmatov added.
At the same time, a draft amendment to the Agreement on Criminal and Administrative Liability for Violations of Customs Legislation, signed on July 5, 2010 (submitted for approval), was being discussed.
Kyrgyzstan became the only country in the EAEU with a budget surplus for 2025
According to data published on February 27 by the Statistics Department of the Eurasian Economic Commission, Kyrgyzstan became the only state in the EAEU with a surplus republican budget for 2025. Total income amounted to $7.0 billion, while expenses were $6.5 billion, resulting in a surplus of $0.6 billion.
At the same time, Armenia recorded a deficit of $1.1 billion, Kazakhstan - $7.8 billion, and Russia - $67.4 billion. Data for Belarus is unavailable.
The EAEU consists of five countries: Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia.
Who is the new Deputy Minister of Transport Baktyluu Mombekov? Resume
Baktyluu Askar uulu Mombekov has been appointed as the Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications, as announced by the Ministry of Transport's press service on February 20.
Education:
- 2010 - Agritech College of the Kyrgyz Agricultural University, specialty "Applied Geodesy";
- 2012 - Kyrgyz National University, specialty "Finance and Credit";
- 2014 - Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic, master's degree in law.
Career:
2013-2014 - Specialist at the Inspection Department of the National Bank;
2014-2015 - Inspector in the same department;
2015-2016 - Senior Inspector; 2016-2018 - Expert at the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic;
2019 - Head of the Digital Transformation Sector in the Government Office;
2021 - Expert in several agencies, including the Presidential Administration;
Since February 20, 2026 - Deputy Minister of Transport and Communications of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Project for a new road to the airport: what route was chosen by the Ministry of Transport? (map)
On January 17, 2026, the Ministry of Transport and Communications announced the preparation of a project for an alternative road to Manas International Airport. It is planned to construct a four-lane road 17 km long, while the existing route is 25 km from the intersection of Fuchik/zhybek Zholu.
The new route will pass through the intersection of Young Guard Boulevard and the Northern Bypass Road. The project includes a two-level interchange, lighting, and landscaping.
As of the end of January, the project was in the research and design stage. Two options are being considered - through the "Bishkek Free Economic Zone" or a more southwest direction.
The new road could reduce travel time to the airport for residents of the eastern part of the country.
Tazabek provided a map of the proposed route, but the actual path may differ from what is presented.
The board of directors of "Keremet Bank" has changed due to the passing of the chairman
Changes have occurred in the management of OJSC "Keremet Bank." According to the Kyrgyz Stock Exchange, the powers of the chairman of the board, Azikov Bolot Barievich, have been terminated due to his untimely passing, as recorded in the board's decision dated February 26, 2026. Information about the new chairman is currently unavailable.
Service tariffs of the Ministry of Construction for multi-storey and private houses have been revised
The Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy of the Kyrgyz Republic has made changes to the tariff schedule for the services of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department. The corresponding order was signed on March 3, 2026, based on a request from the department.
According to the document, prices for services related to the inclusion of capital construction facilities in the register have been revised. In particular, the cost for multi-storey residential buildings has been reduced from 177.39 to 130 soms per 1 m², and for individual residential houses from 92.51 to 80 soms per 1 m².
It is stated that the responsibility for the accuracy of the materials lies with the head of the State Architectural and Construction Control Department. The tariff schedule comes into effect upon approval.
The Bishkek City Hall has identified the reasons for the rise in meat prices above 700 soms
The municipal inspection of the city hall conducted a raid at the markets of the capital, revealing unreasonable price hikes for meat. Instances were recorded where the price of meat rose to 800-850 soms, while the purchase price was 650-700 soms.
Inspection representatives noted that such markup indicates the presence of many intermediaries and insufficient control over pricing. “The price should not exceed 700 soms,” they emphasized.
During the raid, it was found that intermediaries purchase meat at 700 soms and then sell it with a profit of 30-50 soms, which increases the final cost for consumers. The municipality calls for stricter price controls.
In Tokmok, production of Lada cars will begin, - National Investment Agency
As part of Kyrgyzstan's new investment policy, a project for car production will start in Tokmok. The head of the investment attraction department of the National Investment Agency, Bayysh Aydaraliev, reported that the project is of strategic importance for the economy and aims to diversify industry and create export products.
In the first phase, assembly of Lada Niva and Lada Largus models is planned, with a production volume of up to 25,000 cars per year, which will create about a thousand new jobs. In the future, the plant intends to transition to a full production cycle within 10 years.
In Bishkek, the director of the tourism company MIRELLE& COMPANY was detained for fraud
The director of the tourism company MIRELLE& COMPANY was detained in Bishkek on suspicion of fraud, as reported by the press service of the Main Internal Affairs Directorate. Citizen O.N. filed a complaint with the First May District Internal Affairs Department stating that the director failed to fulfill her obligations for organizing a tourist tour after receiving payment in advance.
A criminal case has been initiated against the suspect under the fraud article. During the investigation, it was revealed that she embezzled 307.5 thousand soms, causing significant damage.
Law enforcement officers, with the help of social networks, located the suspect, who was detained and placed in a temporary detention facility. Searches for other possible victims are ongoing.
The Main Internal Affairs Directorate urges citizens who have been harmed by the actions of this woman to contact the specified phone numbers.
Note: The director of the company is Kobukejeva Mirel Mahmutovna.
Four airlines have suspended flights from Bishkek. How is the airport operating under instability?
Due to the conflict in the Middle East, global air traffic is changing. Major airports in the UAE, Qatar, and other countries have temporarily suspended flight services. As a result, four airlines have suspended flights from Manas International Airport.
Despite this, the load on the airport has not changed significantly, and scheduled departures and arrivals continue according to the established timetable.
The remaining airlines continue to operate flights, and the overall volume of activity remains at a level close to normal.
