Kyrgyzstan

Sanctions fears as Krygyzstan shutters companies suspected of aiding Russia

The closure of these companies signifies Kyrgyzstan's shift in compliance with international sanctions against Russia, impacting its economy and geopolitical stance.

• •Kyrgyzstan has shut down 50 companies suspected of aiding Russia.
• •The country has become a hub for goods bypassing sanctions since 2022.
• •Exports to Russia rose from $393 million to $1.07 billion in one year.