Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan Ruslan Kazakbaev met with a Chinese delegation headed by the Special Representative of the Government of China for Eurasian Affairs Li Hui, the press service of the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry reported. During the meeting, the sides discussed topical issues of bilateral political dialogue, exchanged views on further promoting comprehensive cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and China, joint events to celebrate the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations, as well as interaction between the two countries within the framework of international organizations and platforms, in particular the UN, “CA + China”.
Li Hui stressed that over the past 30 years of bilateral interaction, Kyrgyz-Chinese relations have been developing dynamically and are at an unprecedented high level, which is a model of interstate relations of a new type. Traditionally friendly and good-neighborly relations between the two countries, mutual trust not only contribute to the further strengthening of the comprehensive strategic partnership between Kyrgyzstan and China, which fully meets common interests and contributes to the joint development and prosperity of the two countries, but also benefits the cause of strengthening peace, stability and development regionally and globally. The Chinese side respects the choice of the path of political, economic, social and cultural development of Kyrgyzstan and firmly supports the efforts of the government of Kyrgyzstan aimed at protecting independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity, at developing and strengthening the national economy and maintaining stability in the country.
Li Hui said that the Chinese side notes with satisfaction that after the inauguration of President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Zhaparov, effective measures were taken to stabilize the internal political situation, a New Constitution was adopted in accordance with the will of the people following the results of the referendum, and work is underway to restore the economy. The Chinese side is convinced that under the leadership of President Zhaparov, Kyrgyzstan will soon take the path of prosperity.
Kazakbaev noted that strengthening the comprehensive strategic partnership is a priority area of ??Kyrgyzstan’s foreign policy. He stressed the need to intensify the political dialogue between Kyrgyzstan and China. In light of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the countries, the sides exchanged views on joint events planned for 2022.
Taking into account that China is one of the main trade and investment partners of the Kyrgyz Republic, Kazakbaev urged the Chinese side to continue joint work on the implementation of investment projects in the territory of the Kyrgyz Republic. He expressed gratitude to the Chinese Government for the provided technical and economic assistance to Kyrgyzstan.