Bishkek:President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov engaged in discussions with the Ministers of Construction from Central Asian states and China, as reported by the presidential press service. The meeting addressed the advancement of the construction sector and the execution of joint projects, aiming to enhance cooperation within the Central Asia-China framework.

According to 24.kg News Agency, Japarov underscored the increasing significance of this collaborative mechanism, noting the tangible progress made in recent years. He highlighted the Treaty on Eternal Good-Neighborliness, Friendship, and Cooperation between Central Asian states and China as a pivotal step in fortifying their relations.

The President also reflected on the two summits previously conducted in Xi'an and Astana, and he mentioned the upcoming third summit scheduled for China in 2027. Japarov paid special attention to housing construction in Kyrgyzstan, emphasizing the 'My Home' state housing program designed to provide affordable housing and expand mortgage lending.

Japarov reiterated Kyrgyzstan's commitment to continued collaboration with China and Central Asian states, particularly in executing large-scale projects within the construction sector. Secretary-General Sun Weidong expressed gratitude to Kyrgyzstan for hosting the second meeting of the Ministers of Construction, highlighting the construction sector's role in fostering economic, trade, and humanitarian connections.

Meeting participants shared optimism that the agreements reached would lay the groundwork for further cooperation leading up to the 2027 Central Asia-China summit. However, specific details about joint construction projects, investment volumes, or timelines were not disclosed.