BAKU, Azerbaijan, April 2. Kyrgyzstan is pushing to modernize its energy sector, with officials emphasizing the need for new technologies and expanded infrastructure, according to Adylbek Kasymaliev, Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Trend reports.
Speaking Thursday at the second meeting of government leaders and vice presidents of the Organization of Turkic States (OTG) in Baku, Kasymaliev highlighted the country’s “unique water and energy resources” and its focus on renewable energy.
“Although solar, wind, hydro, and bioenergy are already in use, their potential remains largely untapped,” he said.
Kasymaliev said the development of small hydropower plants is key to diversifying energy sources, boosting energy security, and supporting regional socioeconomic growth. Large projects are also underway, including the Kambar-Ata hydroelectric plant and the CASA-1000 initiative, which will allow Kyrgyzstan to export green electricity to Afghanistan and Pakistan.
“The Kyrgyz Republic is open to investment and ready for constructive dialogue,” Kasymaliev added. “We are confident that cooperation in the energy sector will strengthen social development and energy security across Central Asia.”