BISHKEK, Kyrgyzstan, October 7. In Kyrgyzstan, there was a twofold decrease in investments in fixed assets for the construction of agriculture, forestry, and fisheries facilities from January through August 2023, Trend reports.
Data from the State Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan reveals that the fixed-assets investments in the construction of transportation and cargo storage facilities faced a decline in funding, with a 7.1 percent decrease compared to January–August 2022.
However, on a positive note, investment in fixed assets for mining facility construction increased by 1.5 times during the period under review compared to the same period in 2022. The volume of invested funds in the construction of processing industry facilities saw 11.4 percent year-on-year (YoY) growth.
Funds allocated for the construction and reconstruction of facilities related to electricity, gas, steam, and air conditioning witnessed a 34.5 percent YoY increase.
Furthermore, fixed-assets investments directed towards water supply, waste treatment, and waste management facilities experienced a 2.6-fold increase. Investment in the construction of wholesale and retail trade facilities increased by a modest 4.4 percent YoY.
Moreover, investments allocated for the construction of hotels and restaurants surged by 12.9 percent. Investment in the construction and reconstruction of information and communication facilities showed a 20.7 percent increase. Education facilities also received a boost, with investments increasing by 1.4 times.
Fixed-assets investments in healthcare facilities rose by 1.6 times, and investments in art, entertainment, and leisure facilities also experienced substantial growth, increasing by 1.4 times.