The Jogorku Kenesh adopted the agreement with Italy on the encouragement and protection of investments in the third reading.

Сергей Мацера Economy
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Today, March 5, 2026, during its session, the Jogorku Kenesh completed the consideration of the draft law "On Ratification of the Agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Italian Republic on the Promotion and Protection of Investments," which was signed on May 30, 2025, in Astana.

The main goal of this Agreement is to create a legal framework that facilitates the attraction of foreign direct investments. This will ensure the protection of the interests and rights of investors, creating more favorable conditions for them and minimizing the risks associated with investments.

The Agreement is a "framework" document that establishes international legal guarantees for investors conducting their activities in the territories of both countries.

Background:

According to information from the National Investment Agency, in the first nine months of 2025, Italian investments in Kyrgyzstan amounted to about $2 million. Among the potential export goods to Italy are organic products and textiles.

The draft law was first presented at a plenary session of the Jogorku Kenesh on February 4, 2026, and received approval in the first reading. Then, on February 19, 2026, the draft law was supported in the second reading.
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