Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed commitments to deepen bilateral cooperation during high-level talks on November 20, 2025. The discussions focused on economic integration, security collaboration, and advancing the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project.
High-Level Engagement
President Japarov emphasized the "best period in history" for Kyrgyzstan-China relations, urging accelerated progress on cross-border infrastructure. Wang Yi, conveying President Xi Jinping's greetings, reiterated China's support for Kyrgyzstan's sovereignty and development path.
Economic Priorities
Both sides pledged to expand trade, streamline logistics through border ports, and explore partnerships in clean energy and digital trade. The railway project—a key Belt and Road Initiative corridor—remains central to enhancing Eurasian connectivity.
Security Coordination
Agreements were reached to combat terrorism, separatism, and extremism, aligning with China's security priorities in Central Asia. Wang Yi highlighted Kyrgyzstan's upcoming role as Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) chair in 2025, signaling strengthened multilateral coordination.
Multilateral Vision
Japarov endorsed China's global governance initiatives, while Wang expressed support for Kyrgyzstan's bid to join the International Organization for Mediation. The talks underscored shared ambitions to elevate the comprehensive strategic partnership through modernization efforts.
