The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic held a financial fair in Karakol on Oct. 30, 2026, as part of World Savings Day activities, drawing about 450 participants. The event focused on improving financial and digital literacy through educational presentations, practical training and individual banking consultations. Held at K. Tynystanov Issyk-Kul State University, the fair served students, schoolchildren, teachers and local residents. Training covered financial literacy fundamentals and the use of digital government services, alongside protecting savings and preventing fraud. Representatives of financial institutions provided individual advice on opening bank accounts, obtaining payment cards and using basic banking services.