President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov, June 9, 2021, during the 5th meeting of the Supreme Council for Strategic Cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Turkey in Ankara, dwelled on cooperation in the field of trade and economy between the countries.

As the head of state emphasized, the meetings of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Turkey are an important platform and mechanism for enhancing trade and economic relations between the two countries.

According to him, the 10th meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation will be held in this direction on July 8-9, 2021 in Cholpon-Ata, within which a Kyrgyz-Turkish business forum will be held.

The President stressed that Turkey occupies a special place in the structure of Kyrgyzstan's foreign trade, but cooperation must be intensified, bringing the trade turnover between the two countries to $ 1 billion.

The head of state expressed confidence that the search for new acceptable forms of cooperation and diversification of ties would stimulate economic relations between Kyrgyzstan and Turkey.

Sadyr Zhaparov also noted the need to build up trade, economic and investment cooperation.

The President stressed his readiness to create a favorable environment for Turkish investors and provide benefits in accordance with the legislation of Kyrgyzstan.

Further, the head of state dwelled on cooperation in the field of transport and logistics - as the basis of economic ties between the two countries.

Sadyr Zhaparov noted the need to continue negotiations between civil aviation organizations on the possibility of flights between the countries and called on Turkish airlines to use the Manas international airport in Bishkek as a transport and logistics center in Asia, guaranteeing preferential treatment for this project.

In order to further protect the rights and legitimate interests of citizens of the two countries, Sadyr Zhaparov noted the expediency of considering measures to facilitate their employment.

Also in his speech, the President dwelt in detail on the aspects of cooperation in the cultural and humanitarian sphere. He recalled that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of Kyrgyz-Turkish diplomatic relations. In this regard, Sadyr Zhaparov stressed the need to hold the Days of Kyrgyz and Turkish Cultures in 2021-2022yy.

The head of state especially noted the fruitful cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Turkey in the field of education and science, as well as joint projects that provide both countries with highly qualified specialists according to world standards.

“For thirty years, Kyrgyzstan and Turkey have firmly adhered to common views and values ​​on topical issues on the international agenda. I assure you that Kyrgyzstan will always maintain strong international diplomatic relations and cherish friendly and fraternal relations with Turkey, ”concluded President Sadyr Zhaparov.