The President of Kyrgyzstan received OSCE Secretary General Helga Maria Schmid, who is touring the countries of Central Asia. Press service of the head of state reported.
The parties exchanged views on strengthening bilateral cooperation in all areas of mutual interest, as well as on partnership priorities for the near future.
Sadyr Japarov thanked the OSCE Secretary General for the support provided to the republic, in particular, in social and economic development, strengthening of security, judicial and law enforcement agencies.
«Kyrgyzstan considers the OSCE as an important multilateral platform for an equal and mutually respectful dialogue between the participating states on security and cooperation issues based on the principle of consensus,» the President noted.
He added that he considers it expedient to enhance the OSCE project activities in Kyrgyzstan in such areas as strengthening border security, as well as continue to support the reform of law enforcement agencies and strengthen their capacity, develop e-commerce, and support entrepreneurship, especially in the regions.
Sadyr Japarov, recalling that this year marks the 50th anniversary of the World Environment Day, dwelled in detail on the issues of sustainable development of mountainous regions at the global level. He noted that in connection with the consequences of climate change, one of the main priorities of the country’s economic policy is the promotion of a green economy, introduction of environmentally friendly technologies and environmental protection.
Kyrgyzstan is interested in development of cooperation with international partners for promotion of green initiatives.
Helga Maria Schmid stated that Kyrgyzstan is an important partner of the OSCE. She noted that she appreciates the initiatives and efforts of the country to protect mountain states, emphasizing the organization’s accession to the UN mountain partnership.
The OSCE Secretary General reaffirmed the organization’s interest in developing bilateral and regional cooperation with Kyrgyzstan and Central Asia.
Source: 24.kg News Agency