The Secretariat of the Investment Council extends its congratulations on the History's and Ancestors Memory's Days!

Throughout history, people have attached great importance to the history of their ancestors. On November 7th and 8th, we commemorate significant events that have influenced our nation's history and honor the memory of our forebears, without whom our people and country would not be what they are today. Only by knowing what happened yesterday can we draw the right lessons for tomorrow. Therefore, during these days, as we reflect on the past, we can look confidently toward our future.

We wish you to spend these days with your family, remembering the legacy of our ancestors, and passing down to our children and grandchildren the traditions and values of our people.

*In the photo - Kurmanzhan Datka (1811-1907), a stateswoman, with her son Asanbek (on the left) and a servant (on the right), holding the ancestral sword presented by the Khanate of Kokand.

*Photo source - https://foto.kg/galereya/75-kurmandzhan-datka-s-synom-asanbekom-i-slugoy.html

On November 7th, the employees of mass media, radio, and television in the Kyrgyz Republic celebrate the Day of Information and the Press.

The Secretariat of the Investment Council extends its heartfelt congratulations to all colleagues on this professional holiday.

We thank you for your meticulous work, which enables citizens to stay informed and actively participate in the life and development of our country.

We would like to express special gratitude to the journalists who cover topics related to the economy, entrepreneurship, and investments. Your work plays a significant role in providing the public with information about current economic reforms and legislative improvements. Our team deeply values our collaboration with you!

May your work always bear fruitful results, and may your creative efforts benefit society and contribute to the progress of our country.

Photo by Sultan Dosaliev

On November 3, 2023, in Bishkek, a consultative meeting was held by the Secretariat of the Investment Council under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic with representatives of business associations - members of the Investment Council.

The purpose of the advisory meeting was to discuss the further development of the public-private dialogue platform and to provide participants with an opportunity to voice their ideas and recommendations for improving the business environment, investment climate, policy implementation, and the utilization of public-private partnership (PPP) mechanisms.

The Head of the Secretariat, Uluk Kydyrbaev, presented the meeting participants with the goals and objectives of the Council, the key functions of the Secretary, and the Secretariat of the Investment Council. He also shared the major achievements of the Council over the past 16 years, and new plans for the Council's effective operation, and introduced the participants to the new Secretariat team.

Kydyrbaev also mentioned plans for the establishment of five advisory groups within the Secretariat, aimed at ensuring the Council's effective performance.

At the conclusion of the meeting, after listening to and discussing the issues raised by participants regarding the improvement of the activities of the Investment Council under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and its Secretariat, Uluk Kydyrbaev outlined the areas in which work will be strengthened, including:

• Support and development of the business community
• Increased awareness about business communities
• An effective mechanism for implementing Council decisions
• Monitoring previously proposed initiatives
• Properly structuring the dialogue
• Strengthening the role of PPD in the regions
• Reinforcing the work of advisory groups

The consultative meeting was attended by representatives from more than thirty business associations, including delegates from the regions, as well as the media.

On November 1, 2023, a meeting was held with the participation of representatives from government institutions and the Secretariat of the Investment Council to discuss the organization of the future work of the Investment Council. The meeting was presided over by Adylbek Kasymaliev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.

The agenda of the meeting included topics related to the effective collaboration between the Secretariat of the Investment Council and government bodies. Kasymaliev A.A. emphasized that one of the crucial and priority areas of government policy is to establish a sustainable dialogue and interaction between state authorities and the business community.

Uluk Kydyrbaev, the Head of the Secretariat of the Investment Council, presented the goals, objectives, and the main functions of the Secretary and the Secretariat of the Investment Council. He shared the significant achievements of the Council over the past 16 years and outlined new plans for the Council's effective operation. Furthermore, he introduced the new team of the Secretariat of the Investment Council.

Uluk Kydyrbaev also proposed the establishment of Advisory Groups within the Council, which will work on key directions to ensure the effective activities of the Council. "The advisory groups will contribute to the development and implementation of projects and initiatives. It is important to note that the activities of these groups will support the achievement of SDGs," stated Kydyrbaev.

At the conclusion of the session, after thorough consideration and discussion of measures to improve the operations of the Investment Council under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and its secretariat, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic issued a series of corresponding protocol assignments.