Kyrgyzstan's economy grew by 11 percent in eight months of 2026
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- Over the eight months of 2026, Kyrgyzstan’s GDP increased by 11%, reaching 1.397 trillion soms.
- Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev noted a significant increase in investment and construction, calling on the ministries to continue working to improve indicators.
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Why It Matters
Kyrgyzstan is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).
In the first eight months of 2026, the Kyrgyz economy grew by 11 percent, to 1.397 trillion soms (almost $16 billion). Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev spoke about this at a meeting of the Cabinet of Ministers, RIA Novosti reports.
According to him, investment in fixed capital increased by 61.2 percent, construction volume by 61 percent, industrial production by 8.8 percent, and agriculture by 6.4 percent. During this period, 105 social facilities were put into operation and 60 new industrial enterprises were launched.
The head of government of the EAEU country called the presented indicators good, but urged not to stop there. “Every ministry, every government body must analyze the indicators in their area and strengthen work in areas where there is a lag,” the politician concluded.
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- Which specific industries have lagged behind?
