On September 2, a long-anticipated meeting took place in Naryn, bringing together representatives of the business community, government bodies, and international partners to discuss investment cooperation and support for regional projects.

Welcoming remarks were delivered by Uluk Kydyrbaev, Head of the Secretariat of the Business and Investment Development Council under the Cabinet of Ministers, Nurbek Satarov, Presidential Plenipotentiary Representative in Naryn Region, and Jalyn Zheenaliev, Deputy Director of the National Investment Agency. They emphasized that such meetings are becoming an important tool for engaging local businesses in dialogue and identifying practical solutions.

During the program, entrepreneurs were introduced to various financing and support mechanisms — ranging from development funds and guarantee schemes to leasing instruments, banking products, and export promotion programs. Participants also raised practical issues related to access to finance, from obtaining support to overcome cash flow gaps to ensuring stable operations and modernization of production facilities. Particular attention was drawn to the food industry, where the need for systemic and sustainable support remains especially acute.

A special focus was placed on the potential of public-private partnerships (PPP). Speakers highlighted that regions should not wait for centralized solutions: when there are ideas and projects, they can be initiated independently through the PPP mechanism. This approach paves the way for implementing projects critical to the economy — from infrastructure to processing and tourism. It was also noted that to strengthen dialogue at the local level, Regional Investment Councils (RICs) have been launched under the offices of the Presidential Plenipotentiary Representatives. These platforms enable entrepreneurs and investors to interact directly with government agencies, receive consultations, and secure project support.

The meeting also covered ongoing and prospective investment projects in tourism, export, and the agro-industrial sector. Participants underscored the importance of international funds and banks, which expressed readiness to support both large-scale and smaller initiatives.

Particular interest was generated by the presentation of Tilek Toktogaziev, who introduced the concept of agro-parks — a modern model of cooperation among farmers, investors, and specialists. Agro-parks ensure a full cycle from cultivation to export, while applying advanced technologies and irrigation systems. This not only increases yields but also creates opportunities to access international markets.

An important part of the program was the exhibition of local products, including copper goods and food industry products. Attendees highly appreciated the region’s potential and expressed their readiness for further cooperation.

Organizers noted that the meeting in Naryn marked another step in strengthening the partnership between the state, business, and investors, laying the foundation for the region’s sustainable development.