BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan, November 5. A draft law on the national budget for 2025 and the planning period for 2026-2027 projects a 7 percent growth in Kyrgyzstan's transport and cargo storage services in 2025, Trend reports.
Growth is forecast at 7.1 percent in 2026 and 7 percent in 2027. This increase is expected to be driven by improvements in the quality of transport services, including upgrades to the domestic road network to meet operational standards, as well as the modernization and expansion of the vehicle fleet.
Additionally, the rehabilitation of international transport corridors will enhance the country's integration into the regional economic system. Improved conditions for local freight carriers in providing international road transport services are also anticipated, along with greater accessibility of transport services.
Overall, the services sector is expected to experience moderate growth. Annual growth rates are projected at 5.3 percent for 2025, 6.1 percent for 2026, and 6.5 percent for 2027.
With a projected average share of 38.8 percent from 2025 to 2027, the services sector will notably include wholesale and retail trade, as well as automotive and motorcycle repair services. Growth in this area is forecasted at 9.2 percent for 2025, 10 percent for 2026, and 10.5 percent for 2027.
The hospitality and restaurant sectors are also expected to expand, with service volumes projected to increase by 10 percent in 2025, 9 percent in 2026, and 8 percent in 2027.
