BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 31. The Ministry of
Labor, Social Security and Migration of Kyrgyzstan and the United
Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have discussed priority areas of
cooperation in demographic development, gender equality, and social
protection.
According to the ministry, the meeting was held between First
Deputy Minister Arlen Aliyasov and UNFPA Representative for
Kazakhstan and Country Director for Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan
Chinwe Ogbonna.
The sides discussed prospects for further cooperation in
protecting the rights of persons with disabilities, strengthening
social protection, and promoting gender equality.
Particular attention was paid to implementing Kyrgyzstan’s
Demographic Policy Concept through 2040, which aims to make
effective use of the country’s demographic potential, develop human
capital, support families and young people, increase employment,
and raise living standards.
Following the meeting, the sides confirmed their intention to
strengthen their partnership and continue joint initiatives aimed
at improving the quality of life in Kyrgyzstan.
UNFPA is a UN agency working on population issues, reproductive
health, and gender equality. Its activities include supporting
demographic development, promoting equal opportunities, protecting
the rights of women and young people, and improving access to
healthcare services.
In Kyrgyzstan, UNFPA cooperates with government agencies on
demographic policy, human capital development, and social
protection, and provides technical and expert support for
developing and implementing relevant national programs.
Kyrgyzstan’s demographic policy focuses on addressing changes in
population size and age structure, developing the country’s labor
potential, supporting families, and creating conditions for higher
living standards.
