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Japan’s One Village One Product model to cover more regions in Kyrgyzstan

BISHKEK (TCA) — The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Economy Ministry of Kyrgyzstan have signed a protocol for a project to spread the Issyk-Kul model of the One Village One Product (OVOP) movement to other regions in Kyrgyzstan, the ministry said. Continue reading

Russia grants $2m to support agro production, tourism at Issyk-Kul in Kyrgyzstan

BISHKEK (TCA) — The government of Russia has allocated US $2 million of grant funds for the project of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) “Development of production industries in the Issyk-Kul province of Kyrgyzstan and strengthening of their ties with the tourist sector,” the Russian Embassy in Bishkek said on March 28.    Continue reading

Unspoilt nature and visa-free regime attract tourists to Kyrgyzstan

BISHKEK (TCA) — The Financial Times has included Kyrgyzstan in the list of countries recommended for travel in 2016, along with Sri Lanka, Peru, Brazil, Cuba, and South Africa. Continue reading

Government suggests legalizing gambling business in Kyrgyzstan

BISHKEK (TCA) — The Ministry of Economy of Kyrgyzstan has proposed to allow casinos and slot machines in the country. The initiative was opposed by the public and some MPs. Continue reading