Bishkek, Nov. 9, 2026 /Kabar/. The Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) have signed a tripartite agreement to fund a project for the preparation of a preliminary feasibility study for the creation of an integrated agri-food park in Kyrgyzstan.
The EDB is providing $371,000 for the project. These funds will be used to prepare a preliminary feasibility study, determine an optimal development model for the agri-food park, and devise a strategy for attracting investment.
"This agreement combines the EDB’s financial support with UNIDO’s expertise to develop the agri-food park project in Kyrgyz Republic. We see great potential in this initiative for advancing the processing of agricultural products, creating jobs, and strengthening the country’s export capabilities. I would like to thank our partners for their collaboration, and I trust that this project will serve as a solid foundation for further expanding our cooperation," noted Alexey Skatin, Deputy Chairman of the EDB Management Board.
The project envisions the creation of integrated facility that combines the production and processing of agricultural goods. Special emphasis will be placed on maintaining product quality and developing supply chains that reach the end consumer. The initiative is intended to boost the output of high value-added products and strengthen the investment potential of Kyrgyzstan’s agro-industrial sector. The project is being developed through broad partnership between the EDB, UNIDO, and the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic.
In June 2026, on the sidelines of the EDB Annual Meeting in Almaty, the parties signed a joint declaration, affirming their intention to expand cooperation, not only within the framework of the agri-food park project but also through other joint initiatives in Kyrgyzstan, as part of the UNIDO Country Partnership Programme for 2025–2029.
