On January 30th, the II National Tax Forum, themed 'The Path of Digital Transformation of the Tax System,' took place in Bishkek.

The event was attended by the Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic, Akylbek Japarov, members of the Jogorku Kenesh (Parliament), representatives of government bodies, business communities, international organizations, educational institutions, entrepreneurs, and the head of the Secretariat, Uluk Kydyrbaev.

"In every country, the tax system is one of the most crucial economic regulators, serving as the foundation of the financial mechanism for state economic regulation. Taxes are the primary financial resource of the state, making effective tax management the cornerstone of overall government governance. In this context, the Tax Code serves as a socially significant instrument for the successful implementation of tax policies, guaranteeing legal interaction between the government, businesses, and citizens," noted Uluk Kydyrbaev. He also emphasized that in the current dynamic realities of our lives, with changing global trends, tax legislation should be a flagship in terms of flexibility and rapid adaptation.

The forum presented information on tax administration issues, the implementation of digital technologies, and the results of the Tax Service's activities for the year 2023.

Prime Minister Akylbek Japarov also addressed the II National Tax Forum, highlighting key points in his speech:

• Taxes not only carry obligations but also serve as a significant contribution to the country's and society's development, creating a resilient economy.
• The country's GDP has reached a historical record of 1 trillion 228.9 billion soms.
• Thanks to the enthusiasm of entrepreneurs, the national economy is becoming more resilient.
• Every investment contributes to the future, and we encourage building businesses conscientiously.
• It is essential to make the economy more transparent – a shared goal.
• Systematic work is underway to modernize, automate, and improve tax administration.
• Visualization of goods movement within the country and beyond is one of the key tasks.