Ambassador Kazakbaev said that Türkiye ranks third in investments in Kyrgyzstan

A round table meeting was held by the Kyrgyz Embassy in Ankara and the Center for Eurasian Studies (AVİM) to discuss current developments in Kyrgyzstan and regional relations.

Kazakbaev, AVİM President retired Ambassador Alev Kılıç, ambassadors of some Central Asian countries, foreign mission representatives and guests attended the meeting.

Kazakbaev stated that important reforms covering all areas of social, political and economic life have been carried out in his country.

Kazakbaev pointed out that the effective fight against corruption, the resolution of border issues, the implementation of strategically important projects and the establishment of political and economic stability in the country, under the slogan of "New Kyrgyzstan" by Kyrgyz President Sadir Djaparov, said that his country is on the path of sustainable economic growth and that the country's economy has grown by 10.2 percent in fifteen years.

Kazakbaev emphasized that Turkey ranked third among countries in terms of the growth rate of investments in Kyrgyzstan.

Stating that the implementation of major national projects, including the construction of modern sports and public infrastructure, is of special importance in his country, Kazakbaev said that the facilities such as the complex and the stadium reflect the will to renew Kyrgyzstan's infrastructure, create new opportunities for organizing international events and strengthen the country's international image.

Kazakbaev stated that Kyrgyzstan has developed active, productive and mutually beneficial cooperation with Central Asian countries, strategic partners, and states in near and distant geographies, and has demonstrated a strong dynamism in its diplomatic and economic activities.

Stating that the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Kyrgyzstan and Türkiye will be celebrated in December, Kazakbaev continued as follows:

"Kyrgyzstan and Turkey are brought together not only by diplomatic relations, but also by common history, language, culture, spiritual values and bonds of brotherhood passed down from generation to generation. Turkey was one of the first countries to recognize the independence of Kyrgyzstan and has provided significant support to our country since the establishment of our state. Over the past 35 years, we have laid the solid foundations of our cooperation in many areas, especially political dialogue, trade, economy, investment, education, health, culture and tourism."

Kazakbaev thanked Türkiye for the direct investments it provided to the Kyrgyz economy and stated that these investments reached approximately 120 million dollars in 2025 alone.

Stating that resolving border issues with neighboring countries makes a significant contribution to strengthening stability in his country and the region, Kazakbaev said that the steps taken in this sense are historical developments.

Stating that Kyrgyzstan is actively working in the field of multilateral diplomacy, Kazakbaev said, "In November 2025, the Kyrgyz Republic was successfully elected as a member of the UNESCO Executive Board for the 2025-2029 period. Our country also successfully completed its three-year membership period in the United Nations Human Rights Council in 2025." he said.

Reminding that Kyrgyzstan successfully chaired the Organization of Turkic States last year under the slogan "Strengthening the Turkic World: Economic Integration, Sustainable Development, Digital Future and Security for All", Kazakbaev stated that more than 140 events were held in various fields aiming to strengthen mutual understanding and cooperation between member states during his country's presidency.

Kazakbaev stated that for Kyrgyzstan, rational use of natural resources, development of hydropower and protection of mountain ecosystems are among the main issues of national security.

"Kyrgyzstan aims to strengthen its position in advancing initiatives in the fields of mountains, climate and environment." Kazakbaev stated that mountain ecosystems, glaciers, water resources and climate change adaptation issues offer the opportunity to shape international discussions and attract climate finance.

Ambassador Kazakbaev said that the reforms carried out and the foreign policy followed in Kyrgyzstan aim to further strengthen and raise the international reputation of his country and improve cooperation with other countries and international organizations.

After the speeches, Kazakbaev answered the questions of the participants.

A plaque was presented to Kazakbaev by AVİM President, retired Ambassador Alev Kılıç.