BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 5. UNESCO continues close cooperation with Kyrgyzstan across culture, science and education through its headquarters in Paris and Regional Office in Almaty, a representative of UNESCO told Trend.
"Both through its Headquarters in Paris and its Office in Almaty, UNESCO works closely with the Kyrgyzstan authorities, including the National Commission for UNESCO and the Permanent Delegation to UNESCO, in the fields of culture, science and education," the organization said.
According to UNESCO, Kyrgyzstan has three UNESCO World Heritage sites, 16 elements on UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage lists, two biosphere reserves, one inscription on UNESCO's Memory of the World Register and one UNESCO Chair.
UNESCO also noted that gender equality remains a cross-cutting priority across all UNESCO activities in Kyrgyzstan.
Meanwhile, cooperation between UNESCO and Kyrgyzstan has intensified in recent years as the country continues to implement international recommendations on the protection of its World Heritage sites.
The collaboration has included reactive monitoring and advisory missions, technical consultations, and capacity-building activities designed to strengthen site management, improve conservation practices, and support the long-term preservation of Kyrgyzstan's cultural and natural heritage in line with UNESCO standards.
According to Trend's analysis, UNESCO's broad engagement reflects the organization's long-standing partnership with Kyrgyzstan in preserving cultural heritage, promoting quality education, advancing scientific cooperation, and supporting sustainable development. The country's active participation in UNESCO's programs has contributed to safeguarding both tangible and intangible heritage while strengthening institutional capacity in several sectors.
Looking ahead, continued cooperation with UNESCO is expected to support the implementation of international standards in heritage conservation, education, and science. Expanding joint initiatives could also enhance cultural exchange, foster innovation, and contribute to Kyrgyzstan's long-term social and economic development.
