According to Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) data, trade and investment ties between Central Asia and the Persian Gulf countries are demonstrating rapid dynamics. Kyrgyzstan holds a leading position in growth rates within this process.
Kyrgyzstan Trade Dynamics
Between 2020 and 2025, the republic's trade turnover with Gulf countries increased approximately 9-fold. Export is the main driver, although a significant portion is of a re-export nature.
Kyrgyzstan Trade Turnover Growth
Electronics dominate the export structure to the UAE: in 2025, mobile phones and other equipment accounted for 80% to 87% of all shipments. At the same time, shipments of food, legumes, metals, and various industrial goods are expanding. Imports from the region are led by automobiles, textiles, and perfume and cosmetics.
Regional Context
Trade activity is growing not only in Kyrgyzstan but across the entire Central Asian region. According to EDB information, total trade turnover between Central Asia and the Gulf countries has grown nearly fourfold in recent years.
Central Asia Indicators
Despite relatively small volumes, the Gulf is becoming one of the most priority directions for the development of trade for the region's countries. Persian Gulf businesses see significant prospects in Central Asia—a dynamically developing region with a growing economy, population income, and consumer
Context
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) is an international financial organization headquartered in Almaty, founded in 2006.
