This event was organized jointly with the Ministry of Economy and Commerce, with the support of the Asian Development Bank.
The focus was on issues related to the development of the electric vehicle market, expansion of charging infrastructure, and creating a favorable environment for investors.
Currently, there are more than 230 charging stations operating in the country, of which about 60 are located in Bishkek.
During the presentation, experts provided data on the rapid growth of the electric vehicle market in the Kyrgyz Republic. In 2023, quotas for duty-free import of electric vehicles were established in accordance with the EAEU regulations.
If in 2022 about 5 thousand electric vehicles were registered in the country, then from 2023 to 2025, the quotas for duty-free imports will amount to up to 10 thousand units annually. Starting from 2026, it is planned to increase this volume to 15 thousand electric vehicles, which will lead to an increase in the size of the quota.
The seminar concluded with the development of a number of key recommendations, including the establishment of an interagency working group and secretariat on electric mobility, the implementation of a “single window” for permitting procedures, as well as the approval of unified charging standards and the development of infrastructure through public-private partnerships.
Electric mobility is seen as an important element of the strategy to reduce emissions, improve the urban environment, and promote the green economy of Kyrgyzstan.
