Russia, Kyrgyzstan to sign key collaboration deals
During a discussion with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov in Bishkek, the Russian leader highlighted that a comprehensive “joint policy statement” had already been finalized, laying out the next steps for reinforcing what he described as a strategic partnership between the two states. He emphasized that “The agenda for our talks is quite extensive,” pointing out that the documents prepared for signature outline “key objectives” intended to broaden collaboration in numerous sectors.
The Russian president underscored the importance Moscow attaches to its ties with Kyrgyzstan, noting that relations continue to progress “based on mutual respect and consideration of each other’s interests.” He also remarked, “My colleagues and I are very pleased to be in friendly Kyrgyzstan,” observing that his trip comes just before the meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organization’s (CSTO) Collective Security Council.
According to general reporting, the two countries’ economic interaction has increasingly shifted to transactions settled in their own currencies, with roughly 97% of payments now conducted this way. Both governments are said to be examining additional mechanisms to improve “mutual settlements.”
The Russian president reaffirmed that Russia remains Kyrgyzstan’s principal commercial partner, noting that bilateral trade grew 13.6% last year, hitting a record $4.1 billion, and rose a further 17% during the first nine months of the current year. He added that Russian investment has climbed to nearly $2 billion. For his part, President Japarov pointed out that the presence of Russian businesses has also expanded, reaching about 1,800 companies in the country.
Putin’s arrival in the Kyrgyz capital on Tuesday was accompanied by indications, according to statements, that both sides intend to intensify cooperation in trade, investment, industrial production, and military-technical projects, while also focusing on cultural exchanges and broader humanitarian ties. Regional security matters are likewise expected to feature prominently in their discussions.
His visit takes place shortly before the upcoming CSTO summit on Nov. 27, which will gather member states Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and Tajikistan in Bishkek.
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