Kyrgyzstan begins development of Togolok gold deposit with domestic resources

The development of the Togolok gold deposit has officially commenced in the highlands of Kyrgyzstan's Issyk-Kul region, marking one of the largest projects in the nation's mining history. This initiative is deemed strategically vital for Kyrgyzstan's economy and notably represents the first time in the country's independent history that such a project is being executed entirely with domestic resources and funding.

The project was spearheaded by Kumtor Gold Company and is being carried out by its subsidiary, Kumtor Operating Company. The Togolok deposit, discovered in 1978, is situated in a remote mountainous area of the Jeti-Oguz district, approximately 560 kilometers from Bishkek. The challenging environment, characterized by severe climate, difficult terrain, and remoteness from infrastructure, presented significant hurdles for the company's specialists.

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At present, stripping operations are underway, and extraction of the first ore is expected to begin in the coming months.

Despite these challenges, extensive preparatory work was completed rapidly. Roads were widened, a new bridge was constructed over the Kaichy River, and the mine's material and technical base was upgraded. Kumtor Operating Company received the license for development on August 8, 2023, and a feasibility study confirming profitability was completed a year later. Mining operations began in spring 2026, with stripping operations currently underway and ore extraction anticipated in the coming months.

To manage the project's scale and complexity, China Nerin Engineering Co., Ltd., a company with extensive international experience, was selected for the construction of the mining complex. An agreement for the construction of necessary industrial facilities was signed in April 2026. Kumtor Operating Company anticipates that the Togolok project will be a major milestone, significantly contributing to Kyrgyzstan's industrial potential and marking a new era in domestic gold mining.

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Soon, we will witness the first gold from the Togolok deposit.