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    Kyrgyzstan pushes for stronger industrial, tech ties through OTS (Exclusive)

    Kyrgyzstan pushes for stronger industrial, tech ties through OTS (Exclusive)

    Shorouk Express Kyrgyzstan pushes for stronger industrial, tech ties through OTS (Exclusive)

    BAKU, Azerbaijan, November 22. Kyrgyzstan views
    its participation in the 2nd meeting of the Ministers of Industry,
    Science, Technology, and Innovation of the Organization of Turkic
    States (OTS), held on October 23–24, 2025, in Baku, as a platform
    for the comprehensive development of industrial potential,
    technological integration, and scientific cooperation, a source
    from the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyzystan told
    Trend.

    “Kyrgyzstan is pursuing comprehensive development, ranging from
    the fortification of its domestic industrial base to the
    establishment of a unified technological space within the OTS,
    where member countries can collaboratively develop modern
    production facilities and facilitate knowledge exchange,” the
    source stated.

    The ministry’s official underscored strategic objectives in
    economic and investment cooperation, alongside the advancement of
    transport and logistics connectivity.

    “The development of transport and logistics connectivity is one
    of the key directions. Kyrgyzstan supports the accelerated
    implementation of joint transport projects – railway and road
    corridors connecting Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Türkiye, the
    development of East–West and North–South transit corridors, the
    construction of modern logistics hubs, and the introduction of
    digital solutions in customs procedures. We see that this will have
    a tangible effect for all OTS countries,” the ministry added.

    ”Digital economy and technological integration were also listed
    among the priorities. “And, undoubtedly, the future belongs to the
    digital economy. Kyrgyzstan proposes developing a unified digital
    space within the OTS – from e-commerce and fintech to cybersecurity
    and e-government. We want startups, IT companies, and young
    specialists from Turkic countries to interact freely, exchange
    experiences, and jointly bring technological solutions to the
    market,” the representative noted.

    The development of tourism and the creative economy is
    considered one of the key areas of cooperation. “A major area of
    importance is the development of tourism and the creative economy.
    Kyrgyzstan sees tourism as one of the most promising sectors for
    expanding cooperation among the countries of the Organization of
    Turkic States,” the ministry emphasized.

    The ministry also highlighted the creation of a techno-hub and
    the development of an innovation ecosystem.

    “On October 10, the Ministry of Digital Development and
    Innovative Technologies of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Central Asia
    Capital Fund signed a Memorandum of Cooperation, laying the
    foundation for the country’s first techno-hub. The creation of the
    techno-hub will become a center of attraction for growing
    companies. We see this project as an important step toward forming
    a new technological ecosystem in Kyrgyzstan. Its goal is to create
    conditions under which engineering talent and innovative ideas can
    develop and be implemented within the country, strengthening our
    national potential,” the ministry added.

    Finally, the ministry identified economic security and
    industrial diplomacy as strategic priorities.

    “Economic security and industrial diplomacy are separate
    strategic areas. Kyrgyzstan considers these issues to be key to
    sustainable development and stability in the region,” the ministry
    emphasized.

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