In a concerted effort to bolster their bilateral relations, Türkiye and Kyrgyzstan have resolved to enhance cooperation across various domains such as trade, investment, and transportation, while also advocating for diplomatic solutions to international conflicts. This mutual commitment emerged from the seventh session of the Türkiye-Kyrgyzstan Joint Strategic Planning Group, held in Ankara and co-led by the foreign ministers of both nations.
During the meeting, officials from Türkiye and Kyrgyzstan reviewed the progress achieved in their bilateral relations and expressed a desire to intensify collaboration in essential areas including education, cultural exchanges, and economic growth. They also laid the groundwork for upcoming reciprocal visits by Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, signifying a commitment to deepening ties between the two countries.
The focus on economic cooperation was evident, as both governments promised to back new investment initiatives and implement measures to foster a conducive environment for businesses. In addition, they agreed on the importance of enhancing travel, employment, and educational opportunities to fortify connections between their peoples.
A key point of discussion was regional connectivity, with Kyrgyzstan emphasizing the strategic significance of the Middle Corridor as a transportation route. The goal is to connect the planned China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway to this corridor, thereby improving market access in Europe and the Middle East via Türkiye.
Security issues on both regional and global scales were also on the agenda, with both parties reiterating their dedication to resolving disputes through dialogue, diplomacy, and adherence to international law. Kyrgyzstan lauded Türkiye’s mediating role in regional affairs and expressed gratitude for Ankara’s support in its successful bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2027–2028 term. The Central Asian nation aims to use its position to encourage dialogue among countries and advocate for the interests of landlocked developing countries, mountainous regions, and small island states on the global stage.