Kyrgyzstan has introduced maximum retail prices for coal covering the retail sale of the resource to households. The decision was made by the Antimonopoly Regulation Service under the Ministry of Economy and Commerce and is in effect through January 18, 2027 inclusive.
Regional Maximum Coal Prices for Households
The maximum prices set vary depending on the region and the type and origin of the fuel. For Bishkek, for example, the maximum price per tonne of local Kara-Keche coal is 7,000 som, while imported Shabyrkul coal is capped at 7,800 som.
Maximum Prices in Bishkek
Prices in the Regions
In Chui region, the maximum cost of a tonne of local Kara-Keche coal ranges from 6,600 to 7,500 som, depending on the specific district. In Naryn region, the price range for Kara-Keche is from 4,600 to 6,600 som. In Talas region, the maximum price per tonne of Kara-Keche coal is between 7,500 and 8,300 som.
Coal Price Ranges by Region
For the city of Osh, maximum prices have been set for Murdash and Bel-Alma coal at up to 7,300 som, and for Kara-Keche at up to 10,000 som. In Batken region, the maximum cost of a tonne of local coal ranges from 8,000 to 11,000 som, depending on the grade and area.
Additional Information
For other districts, including Issyk-Kul and Jalal-Abad regions, the Antimonopoly Regulation Service has also published separate maximum prices for both local and imported coal.
- The full list of maximum prices by territory has been published by the Antimonopoly Regulation Service
The measure was introduced to prevent unjustified increases in the cost of coal and to ensure it remains affordable for the population.
