Japan's JETRO shares expertise with Kyrgyzstan to bolster export potential (Exclusive)

BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 13. Japan External
Trade Organization (JETRO) Shares Expertise with Kyrgyzstan to
Strengthen the Country’s Export Potential, a representative of
JETRO told Trend.

The representative emphasized that their cooperation with the
recently established Kyrgyz Export Center is aimed at supporting
the country’s access to global markets and improving the business
environment, which, in their view, also benefits Japanese companies
operating in Kyrgyzstan.

"It would be better to confirm the significance of this
cooperation for Kyrgyzstan directly with the Kyrgyz Export Center.
However, by sharing our practical experience with Kyrgyzstan, we
aim to support the country’s access to global markets and help
improve the business environment. We believe that enhancing the
business environment will also benefit Japanese companies operating
in Kyrgyzstan," JETRO noted.

The main objective of the organization at the first stage of
cooperation is to share expertise with the Kyrgyz Export Center,
established in 2023, to promote its activities and enhance
Kyrgyzstan’s export potential.

"This organization was created based on Kyrgyzstan’s national
development plan, and the goal of this initiative is to contribute
to achieving the government’s policy objectives," the
representative added.

Regarding support tools, including consulting, training,
analytical assistance, and facilitating B2B contacts, JETRO experts
noted that "this also requires discussion with Kyrgyz Export.

According to the Japanese organization, one successful example
of Kyrgyz products entering the international market is honey,
which is already sold in Japan with JETRO’s support.

"We believe that products using this brand would be of
interest," the representative emphasized.

The representatives also highlighted the importance of
standardization, product quality, and compliance with international
requirements: "Given Kyrgyzstan’s strong interest in international
markets, JETRO intends to respond by sharing its practical
experience in supporting businesses abroad."