Kyrgyzstan may introduce a ban on energy drinks The president of Kyrgyzstan, Sadir Jafarov, has instructed the government to investigate the possibility of banning the production and import of energy drinks, Kazinform's own correspondent in Bishkek reports. According to the head of state, in 2025 the state consumed 54.2 million liters of energy drinks (129 million cans), and in the first half of 2026. Already 36.8 million liters (86 million cans). Jafarov said that the authorities are ready to give up 1.5 billion soms in tax revenue for the sake of public health. The government was tasked with studying the issue of restrictions within a month, and taking appropriate measures within six months.

Kyrgyzstan may introduce a ban on energy drinks The president of Kyrgyzstan, Sadir Jafarov, has instructed the government to investigate the possibility of banning the production and import of energy drinks, Kazinform's own correspondent in Bishkek reports. According to the head of state, in 2025 the state consumed 54.2 million liters of energy drinks (129 million cans), and in the first half of 2026. Already 36.8 million liters (86 million cans). Jafarov said that the authorities are ready to give up 1.5 billion soms in tax revenue for the sake of public health. The government was tasked with studying the issue of restrictions within a month, and taking appropriate measures within six months.