On January 23, 2025, the team from the Secretariat of the Investment Council under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic visited Jalal-Abad as part of their regional working trip. The primary goal of this visit was to enhance collaboration between government authorities and the business community and to support key regional investment initiatives.

The first meeting was held with representatives of agricultural enterprises, including partners of the "Agrosooda" project. Discussions focused on the project's achievements in developing the agricultural sector and addressed the need to expand farmers' access to financing, improve infrastructure, and create new opportunities for local producers.

In the afternoon, the team met with Nurlan Ermatov, First Deputy Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in Jalal-Abad, and specialists from relevant departments. The discussions centered on regional priorities for attracting investments, launching the Regional Investment Council (RIC), and improving mechanisms for collaboration between local authorities and entrepreneurs.

During the meeting with agricultural stakeholders, the positive impact of the "Agrosooda" project on supporting local farming enterprises was highlighted. Emphasis was placed on expanding access to funding for farmers and identifying new markets for agricultural products to boost the sector’s growth.

Discussions with local authorities focused on practical steps for establishing the RIC, with particular attention to the Plenipotentiary Representative’s role in involving the private sector in the dialogue. Priority areas were identified, including the launch of new investment initiatives, infrastructure development, and simplifying administrative procedures to support local businesses.

These visits are part of a joint initiative between the Secretariat of the Investment Council, the PPP Center, and UNDP to strengthen public-private dialogue and support the implementation of PPP projects across regions.