Zheenaliev noted that for foreign and local investors, key factors remain stability and the presence of guarantees for the return of investments. Statistical data confirms that the inflow of foreign investments has indeed increased by more than 21%.
In addition, the activity of domestic investors has also risen, as they invest in various sectors of the economy, including tourism, industry, and processing.
He spoke about the improvement of investment legislation, which was carried out in 2025.
“The existing investment law had been in effect since 2003, but taking into account changes in international practice, a new law was developed, which came into force in August 2025,” Zheenaliev explained.
One of the important aspects of the new legislation is the establishment of mechanisms for protecting investors' rights. “Previously, the procedure for considering investors' complaints was based on resolutions; now this process is enshrined in law,” he added.
Currently, according to Zheenaliev, if illegal actions occur on the part of state structures against investors, the agency, together with the General Prosecutor's Office, participates in resolving disputes through mediation.
“With the introduction of these norms, it has been possible to preserve many jobs and effectively protect investors' rights,” he noted.
Moreover, the new law introduces the decentralization of powers in the field of investments. “Previously, if the investment amount exceeded $10 million, the investor could only conclude a contract with the government. Now, local authorities, akimats, and city administrations have the opportunity to conclude investment agreements for amounts ranging from 1 to 1 billion soms,” Zheenaliev explained.
This measure allows for the implementation of projects on the ground. “If a domestic investor plans a project for an amount of 10 million soms in Batken or Talas, they can approach local authorities, conclude an agreement, and receive the corresponding benefits,” he added.
Zheenaliev also reminded about the new law on public-private partnerships adopted in 2021. “If in 2020 there were only three PPP projects in the country, after the law was adopted, their number significantly increased,” he emphasized.
According to him, over the past five years, the number of PPP projects has reached 87, with a total investment volume of 434 billion soms. “This is an impressive amount,” he noted.
“The public-private partnership mechanism is one of the most widespread in the world. It helps reduce the financial burden on the budget and effectively attract business funds,” Zheenaliev added.
As an example of a large project, he cited the construction of the Makmal–Karakol railway in collaboration with an American company, for which a feasibility study is currently being developed.
The project includes integration with the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan route and the creation of a railway ring that will connect Karakol, Balykchy, and Kochkor.
Additionally, projects in the transport sector are being implemented in the country, including toll roads that are already operational and significantly save time and money for citizens. The completion of a similar facility in Bishkek is scheduled for this year.
