On November 11, in the city of Osh, the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in Osh region, Elchibek Dzhantaev, held a meeting with Gholamreza Mozaffari, the Governor of Khorasan Razavi Province of the Islamic Republic of Iran, who led the official delegation.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the current state of long-standing friendly and partnership relations between the two regions, as well as prospects for their further development. Special attention was given to expanding cooperation in trade and economy, culture, investment, and education.

As a result of the meeting, Elchibek Dzhantaev and Gholamreza Mozaffari signed a Roadmap for Cooperation between Osh Region and Khorasan Razavi Province for 2025–2026, outlining key directions and specific projects aimed at deepening interregional ties.

Within the framework of the visit, a business forum was held, bringing together entrepreneurs, government representatives, and media from both countries. The participants discussed the prospects for investment and trade cooperation, as well as opportunities in tourism and education.

The event was also attended by Myktybek Osmonaliev, Coordinator of the Regional Investment Councils for the southern regions, who presented information on the activities of the Council and the Regional Investment Councils, emphasizing the role of PPP platforms in strengthening regional investment cooperation.

At the end of the forum, B2B meetings were held between entrepreneurs of the two countries, during which potential joint projects were discussed.

As part of the annual Green Economy Forum, a roundtable discussion titled “Promoting Sustainable Tourism and Reducing the Carbon Footprint” was held on November 6 in Kara-Oy village, Issyk-Kul region.

The event was organized by the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Office of the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Issyk-Kul region, and KATO, with the support of international partners — GIZ, the European Union, Switzerland, and the OSCE.

Participants discussed practical measures to expand access to green financing, introduce energy-efficient technologies, and promote environmentally responsible initiatives in the regions. Following the discussion, a resolution was adopted, with several proposals to be reviewed by the Regional Investment Council in the Issyk-Kul region.

The roundtable brought together representatives of government agencies, international partners, and the business community, including Cholpon Asakeeva, PPP expert of the Secretariat of the Business and Investments Development Council under the Cabinet of Ministers, and Chyngyz Namazaliev, Head of the Secretariat of the Regional Investment Council in the Issyk-Kul region.

The partnership between the state and business plays a key role in advancing green technologies, energy-efficient solutions, and sustainable tourism. We emphasized the importance of workforce development, integration of green standards into regional programs, and expanding entrepreneurs’ access to green financing.

Particular attention was given to Chyngyz Namazaliev’s proposal to develop a support system for private entrepreneurs and investors implementing green technologies in the tourism sector — as one of the mechanisms for promoting environmentally sustainable initiatives in the region.

The Council’s Secretariat continues to promote open dialogue between the state and business, creating conditions for sustainable development and strengthening the green economy in the regions.

Dear colleagues,

Please accept our sincere congratulations on your professional holiday — the Day of Information and Press of the Kyrgyz Republic!

Your work plays a vital role in strengthening open dialogue between the government, business, and society. Thanks to your professionalism, objectivity, and dedication, the public receives accurate and timely information about the most important developments taking place in the country.

You are truly an essential bridge between the state and citizens, fostering trust, transparency, and mutual understanding.

We express our gratitude for your responsible and creative work, and for your attention to economic reforms, entrepreneurship development, and the improvement of the investment climate.

We wish you inspiration, professional success, good health, and many new brilliant publications!

With respect,
Team of the Secretariat of the Council for Business Development and Investments under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic

Manas, 6 November 2025.
The International Forum on Cooperation, Cross-Border Trade, and Investment Interaction “Manas Expo – 2025” was held in the city of Manas, bringing together key partners to strengthen economic collaboration among Central Asian countries and beyond.

The event was organized by the Office of the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in Jalal-Abad Region and the Regional Investment Council, with the support of the Secretariat of the Business and Investment Development Council under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic, in cooperation with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the International Organization for Migration (IOM), Bakay Bank, and other national partners.

The forum gathered representatives of government agencies, international organizations, business associations, and entrepreneurs from the Kyrgyz Republic, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Belarus, China, and other countries.

Participants discussed ways to expand regional export potential, strengthen business ties, promote women’s and youth entrepreneurship, and introduce green and innovative solutions into business practices. The exhibition showcased projects and initiatives demonstrating the region’s investment opportunities.

The Head of the Region, Tilek Tekebaev, expressed gratitude to the participants and emphasized that the event serves as an important platform contributing to the development of not only the city of Manas but the entire Jalal-Abad Region:
— “Our main goal is to support entrepreneurship, open new production facilities, and strengthen interregional cooperation. Such events build trust between regions and elevate cooperation to the international level,” — said Tilek Tekebaev.

In her opening remarks, Alexandra Solovieva, UNDP Resident Representative in the Kyrgyz Republic, stated:
— “Ensuring sustainable economic growth requires not only investments but also strong partnerships. By supporting national and regional capacities, we are together creating a foundation for the development of small and medium-sized enterprises, expanding export opportunities, and improving people’s well-being.”

Myktybek Osmonaliev, Coordinator of the Secretariats of Regional Investment Councils for the southern regions, emphasized the importance of public–private dialogue in advancing investment in the country:
— “Regional Investment Councils have become an effective tool for promoting reforms and supporting small and medium enterprises. Through them, business has a voice and government receives valuable feedback. Such dialogue helps shape practical support measures — from simplifying procedures and improving infrastructure to attracting investments.”

The “Manas Expo – 2025” forum marked another step toward strengthening regional investment dialogue and developing the economic potential of the southern regions. The outcomes confirmed investors’ strong interest in the region and the shared commitment of all parties to expand cooperation further.

The Secretariat of the Business and Investment Development Council under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Regional Investment Councils will continue efforts to create favorable conditions for business, promote public–private partnership mechanisms, and support sustainable regional initiatives.