BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 10. Deputy Minister
of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan Mederbek Tumanov met with
Head of the Islamic Development Bank’s (IsDB) Regional Hub in
Almaty Hammad Zafar Hundal and bank representatives on October 8,
2026, at the ministry to discuss the preparation of new
initiatives.
This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of
Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic.
"On October 8, 2026, a meeting was held at the Ministry of
Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic between Deputy Minister
of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic Mederbek Tumanov,
Head of the Islamic Development Bank’s (IsDB) Regional Hub in
Almaty Hammad Zafar Hundal and representatives of the bank," the
statement said.
During the meeting, Mederbek Tumanov outlined key areas for
further cooperation, including the implementation of ongoing
projects, the preparation of new initiatives and the expansion of
engagement in areas that are priorities for the Kyrgyz
Republic.
The deputy minister noted that the Islamic Development Bank is
an important and reliable partner for Kyrgyzstan.
"Long-standing cooperation covers a wide range of issues related
to the country’s socio-economic development. With the support of
the IsDB, a number of significant projects aimed at developing
infrastructure and supporting economic growth are being implemented
and prepared," the ministry’s press service noted.
Mederbek Tumanov emphasized the importance of regular direct
dialogue between the ministry and the bank’s leadership.
The sides noted that this format of engagement makes it possible
to address emerging issues promptly, find joint solutions and
identify new opportunities for cooperation.
Mederbek Tumanov also congratulated Hammad Zafar Hundal on his
appointment as regional director of the Islamic Development Bank
and expressed confidence that his professional experience would
contribute to further strengthening cooperation between Kyrgyzstan
and the bank.
