He noted that German companies have already started sending requests for the purchase of vacuum-packed and sliced vegetables and fruits from Kyrgyzstan.
“Russia remains our main trading partner; however, interest from Germany has significantly increased. We are receiving many requests, especially for products in vacuum packaging and shock freezing,” added Jumaliev.
Nevertheless, despite the growing interest, the Deputy Director highlighted two main obstacles hindering the increase in export volumes:
- Lack of logistics centers: It is necessary to actively build trade and logistics centers (TLCs) in the regions of the country, equipped with shock freezing chambers and refrigeration units.
- Problems with laboratory testing: Due to the lack of appropriate infrastructure in Kyrgyzstan, exporters have to send product samples for analysis to Almaty, Russia, or Germany.
“If there were more laboratories in the country that meet international standards, our exports could grow even more. This is one of the main problems, as entrepreneurs are forced to spend time and money on analyses outside the country,” he emphasized.
