BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 2. Cultural and
humanitarian cooperation is essential for regional stability,
Kyrgyzstan’s top government official said Thursday, Trend reports.
Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, made
the remarks during the second meeting of government leaders and
vice presidents of the Organization of Turkic States (OTG) in
Baku.
“Kygyzstan actively promotes cultural initiatives aimed at
preserving intangible heritage and strengthening
intercivilizational dialogue,” Kasymaliev said.
He highlighted the upcoming 6th World Nomad Games, scheduled in
Kyrgyzstan from September 1-6, and invited all OTG member states to
participate.
Kasymaliev also emphasized the need for closer economic and
technological cooperation. He called for the reduction of
non-tariff barriers, simplified visa procedures for businesspeople,
and harmonization of product quality standards.
Digitalization is another priority. “Kyrgyzstan is implementing
a large-scale program to digitally transform government services,”
he said.
The official underscored initiatives to strengthen educational
and professional ties, including student exchanges, mutual
recognition of degrees, and joint programs for IT specialists,
engineers, finance professionals, and managers. Programs for youth
engagement, such as business camps and forums, along with
Uzbekistan’s women-entrepreneurs forum initiative, are also being
supported.
Kasymaliev concluded that cultural, educational, and digital
collaboration is vital for building stronger ties among Turkic
states and ensuring long-term regional stability.
