410 million soms in savings. The Ministry of Health plans to purchase medicines through UN mechanisms.

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In Kyrgyzstan, the procurement of medicines through UN mechanisms is planned, as reported by the press service of the Ministry of Health. Starting from the beginning of 2026, the State Enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmacia" will conduct centralized procurement of medical supplies and products according to a list approved by the Ministry of Health. This year, part of the procurement will be carried out through the mechanisms of UN organizations.

According to the department, it is planned to purchase about 30 types of medicines and medical products with direct access to manufacturers. This strategy aims to eliminate intermediaries, ensure that products meet international quality standards, including pre-qualification by the World Health Organization, as well as create competitive pricing conditions through participation in global procurement.

Currently, preparations are underway for signing contracts. Preliminary estimates suggest that the transition to this model will lead to budget savings of approximately 410 million soms compared to the previous year.

As noted by the Ministry of Health, the procurement policy for 2026 will focus on reducing drug prices, ensuring their quality and reliability of supply, as well as increasing the efficiency of budget spending.

Photo on the main page is illustrative: press service of the Ministry of Health of the KR.
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