Information about Kirgizia KIRGIZIA WITHIN REACH

Kyrgyzia, located in Central Asia, is a mountainous country (90% of which is covered by mountains). The country is known for its unspoilt nature, hospitality and nomadic culture. Highlights include the Tien Shan mountain range and the vast Lake Issyk-Kul. Kyrgyz is the official language, but Russian is also widely spoken. Doing business in Kyrgyzia offers opportunities, but requires thorough preparation due to the specific economic and cultural context.

• Although Kyrgyz is the official language, Russian is the language of business. An interpreter is often necessary for effective negotiations.
• Trust is essential: invest time in building personal relationships before entering into formal agreements.
• The e-commerce sector in Kyrgyzia is still developing, but is growing thanks to increasing internet penetration and mobile usage.
• The most popular B2C sectors in Kyrgyzia are fashion and clothing, electronics and household products. Many consumers order products from abroad, particularly from China and Russia.
• The biggest challenge when importing into Kyrgyzia lies in customs procedures and infrastructure.
• Kyrgyzia's main import partners are China, Russia and Kazakhstan. China, in particular, plays a major role as a supplier of consumer goods.

• Kyrgyzia’s economy is heavily reliant on agriculture, with a strong focus on cotton, tobacco, wool and meat.
• The country has a developed market and is also heavily dependent on gold mining.
• It faces a low average income, with around 33% of the population living below the poverty line.
• The country is positioning itself as a destination for ecotourism and adventure travel, which offers opportunities for investors in infrastructure and services.
• The country covers an area of 198,500 km².
• Between 2022 and 2025, strong average economic growth of over 10% per year has been recorded.