Dear Adilbek Alekseevich, Dear Piao Yangfan, Dear Temir Argembaevich, Dear heads of delegations, participants and guests of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Investment Business Forum!
I am very pleased to sincerely congratulate the heads of investment promotion agencies from member states of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, representatives of the business community, and investors, our colleagues. It is a great honor for us to host our friends and partners who connect new projects, ideas, and development opportunities here in Bishkek today.
Welcome to Kyrgyzstan, the land of majestic mountains, snow leopards, clean energy, and honest people!
Kyrgyzstan, located at the crossroads of the Great Silk Road, is combining its rich historical heritage with the modern development of the digital economy, transport-logistical infrastructure, and innovative technologies. In doing so, our country is becoming an important participant in the revival of the Great Silk Road and strengthening the interconnectedness of Eurasia.
In the year marking the 25th anniversary of the SCO, holding this forum within the framework of this organization strengthens mutual trust, close neighborhood, and partnership among member states, while also opening new opportunities for investment and business cooperation, giving it practical significance.
Dear ladies and gentlemen!
Thanks to the political will and consistent reforms of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic, Honorable Sadyr Nurgozhoevich Japarov, Kyrgyzstan today demonstrates reliable economic growth, large-scale modernization, and high investment activity.
These advantages are reflected in the National Development Program of the Kyrgyz Republic until 2030.
Currently, Kyrgyzstan is showing one of the highest rates of economic growth in the region: by the end of 2025, economic growth is expected to exceed 11%, and GDP will reach 1.9 trillion soms for the first time.
Direct foreign investments exceed 1.3 billion US dollars, with growth over 27%, while investments in fixed capital increased by 69% at the beginning of 2026.
In the last three years, 78 investment agreements worth 12.6 billion US dollars and 45 agreements on public-private partnerships (PPP) worth 4.2 billion US dollars have been concluded. The total investment portfolio of new projects exceeds 23 billion US dollars. Additionally, 90 projects worth over 434 billion soms are being implemented under the PPP framework.
However, numbers alone are not important to us — our task is to create understandable and long-term conditions for investors.
Kyrgyzstan ensures access to a market of over 550 million people through preferential regimes established with the EAEU, CIS, and the European Union, and also has one of the most liberal tax systems and customs benefits in the region.
New laws on "Investments" and "Public-Private Partnerships" that meet international standards have been adopted, complemented by a regime of free economic zones that provide tax and customs benefits.
Particular attention is being paid to the development of high technologies, green energy, creative industries, and startup ecosystems: recently, the President signed decrees on supporting the IT sector and innovations, as well as a special regime for investors in the field of renewable energy sources, while the parliament approved the Law on "Venture Financing."
Confidence in the ongoing reforms is reflected not only in economic indicators but also in the rise of the country's international reputation, which directly enhances its investment attractiveness. Kyrgyzstan was elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for 2027–2028 and was removed from the European Union's aviation security "blacklist."
The special status of the National Investment Agency under the President of the Kyrgyz Republic increases the country's openness and investment attractiveness, ensuring rapid accompaniment of investors and effective interaction with state bodies based on the "one-stop shop" principle.
A digital investment ecosystem is being established: an official website based on artificial intelligence, an investment map, and an AI chatbot are in operation. Soon, a unified platform for investors and state bodies that will enhance the transparency and efficiency of projects — "AIS Investment" (AMT "Investments") will be launched.
Dear colleagues!
Kyrgyzstan views its investment projects as part of the new economic architecture of Eurasia. Currently, strategic projects capable of changing the economic map of our region are being implemented: these include the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, CASA-1000, the Kambar-Ata HPP-1, the "Sky City" smart city, and the "Ala-Too Resort" mountain skiing cluster. The practical implementation of the "Tamchy" financial-investment zone is beginning based on English law.
The future of Eurasia depends not only on competition but also on the ability to unite the efforts of countries to implement joint transport, energy, and digital projects that create a unified space of opportunities.
Today, at the meeting of the heads of investment agencies of the SCO member states, we confirmed our mutual interest in further expanding investment cooperation.
I would like to express my gratitude to the heads of delegations for supporting the initiative to hold the annual Investment Forum of the SCO and the regular meetings of the heads of investment promotion agencies of the SCO member states on a rotational basis. I deeply believe that this step will strengthen coordination within the Organization, enhance experience exchange, and promote joint projects.
Dear friends!
Kyrgyzstan not only offers favorable conditions for business to investors but also provides the opportunity to be part of the future economy of Eurasia.
We warmly welcome every investor ready to develop projects in Kyrgyzstan. The National Investment Agency can be a reliable partner at all stages, providing the necessary support for projects that create new jobs, contribute to economic growth, and enhance the well-being of our citizens, from the idea to implementation.
I firmly believe that this forum will become a platform for new agreements, investment decisions, and long-term partnerships.
I wish all participants fruitful work, successful negotiations, and practical results.
Thank you for your attention!