The average monthly wage in Kyrgyzstan is the lowest among all member states of the Eurasian Economic Union. For comparison, this figure is more than twice as high in Russia and one and a half times higher in Armenia. Amid ongoing integration within the EAEU, these figures raise questions about the “labor hierarchy” within the union.
Mining is often associated with pollution and high energy consumption. But in Kyrgyzstan, where nearly 90% of electricity is generated from hydropower, mining has the potential to become part of a sustainable energy development strategy.
May in Kyrgyzstan marks the start of the construction season. Traditionally, thousands of families begin work on laying foundations, erecting fences and building extensions. But in 2025, a cement shortage unexpectedly arose on construction sites.
The impact of the newly imposed tariffs on Kyrgyzstan is minimal overall; however, certain Kyrgyz exports to the U.S. may be particularly vulnerable to these measures.
Official statistics of Kyrgyzstan report that the Republic exported 17.8 tons of gold in 2024. However, according to the international portal TradeMap, this volume amounted to as much as 70 tons — four times higher than the official national statistics.
