The second day of the B5+1 business forum titled "Central Asia - USA" has concluded in Bishkek. During the closing plenary session, Benazir Nurlanova, Deputy Minister of Economy and Commerce of the Kyrgyz Republic, delivered a speech.
In her address, she emphasized that B5+1 has become an important tool for both public and private entities, allowing regional priorities to be transformed into concrete projects and solutions that enhance cooperation in this format.
"Central Asia today holds strong positions as a zone for economic interaction and attracting investments. Concrete steps are already being taken on key aspects of the business agenda, standards are being harmonized, access for goods to international markets is being simplified, and digital and financial tools are being developed to facilitate cross-border trade," she noted.
Benazir Nurlanova highlighted the creation of a common digital space for e-commerce and IT services, as well as the need for joint promotion of the region as a unified tourist destination.
The Deputy Minister also briefly presented the key macroeconomic indicators of the country, noting that over the past four years, the average annual economic growth has been around 9-10 percent.
"During this period, state revenues have nearly tripled, and the gross domestic product has increased by more than 1.8 times. These achievements confirm that a consistent policy aimed at eliminating internal barriers and improving business conditions yields tangible results. We understand that new challenges arise in light of changes in the global economy. Therefore, it is important for states and businesses to act in concert, timely overcoming emerging obstacles and finding new paths for development," she added.
"Our priorities remain unchanged: this is a sustainable dialogue with business, coordinated actions in the region, and practical implementation of the decisions made. We view B5+1 as a long-term partnership and are ready to jointly transform the forum's achievements into real projects," she concluded.
