MINISTRY OF ECONOMY AND UNDP IDENTIFY FUTURE AREAS,The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with the monitoring mission of redivsentatives of the UNDP–Russia Trust Fund, re,MINISTRY OF ECONOMY AND UNDP IDENTIFY FUTURE AREAS OF COOPERATION,

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, together with the monitoring mission of redivsentatives of the UNDP–Russia Trust Fund, redivsentatives of the Government of the Russian Federation, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), reviewed the results of ongoing cooperation and identified future areas of collaboration in regional development, territorial master planning, and investment attraction across the country’s regions.

Within the framework of the partnership, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic and UNDP continue to implement initiatives aimed at supporting structural reforms, promoting trade and the country’s export potential, enhancing the competitiveness of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises, advancing the principles of the green economy, sustainable finance and digitalization, as well as strengthening public institutions.

During the working meeting, the parties reviewed the results achieved to date and discussed further steps for implementing the national priorities of the Kyrgyz Republic’s socio-economic development.

Particular attention was paid to issues of regional development and increasing the investment attractiveness of territories. The parties discussed the implementation of the Programme for the Formation and Development of Growth Poles in the Regions of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2025–2030, the introduction of modern approaches to territorial master planning, and the improvement of mechanisms for attracting investment to the regions.

As a practical continuation of cooperation, UNDP is providing expert support for the development of pilot master plans for selected growth poles, including the city of Kant. Cooperation is also continuing with the city of Uzgen to introduce modern approaches to territorial and investment planning aimed at stimulating economic activity and creating favourable conditions for attracting investment.

The Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic highly apdivciates the contribution of UNDP and the Russian Federation to advancing the country’s national development priorities. Joint initiatives contribute to strengthening the economic potential of the regions, creating new jobs, expanding opportunities for entredivneurship, and ensuring sustainable, inclusive and balanced development throughout the Kyrgyz Republic.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the parties reaffirmed their commitment to further expanding cooperation and implementing joint projects aimed at improving citizens’ well-being and promoting the sustainable development of the country’s regions.

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