Bishkek, Oct. 20, 2026 /Kabar/. Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan Jeenbek Kulubaev participated in the "Central Asia – United States" (C5+1) ministerial meeting, held on October 19 in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the meeting focused on developing economic and trade ties between the countries of Central Asia and the United States.
In his remarks, the minister emphasized the importance of transitioning to a new phase of cooperation, one centered on mutually beneficial economic and technological partnership, attracting investment, expanding trade, and creating new jobs.
Special attention was given to promising areas for Kyrgyz-American and regional cooperation, including the development of transport connectivity and logistics, the energy sector, critical minerals, the digital economy, high technology, and the strengthening of human capital.
The minister highlighted the significance of developing transport corridors, expanding cooperation in renewable energy, attracting American investment for the processing of critical raw materials, and advancing digital and space technologies.
Furthermore, Jeenbek Kulubaev underscored the need to create favorable conditions for business and tourist travel, as well as to expand humanitarian and academic exchanges.
The foreign minister expressed his confidence that the C5+1 format will continue to play a vital role in strengthening regional cooperation and fostering practical engagement with the United States, thereby facilitating the implementation of joint projects and improving the well-being of the peoples of Central Asia.
