Overview
- On November 26, the Russian and Kyrgyz presidents held talks in Bishkek and announced agreements covering trade, energy and migration.
- The leaders prepared a joint statement and the exchange of a wider package of at least seven signed intergovernmental documents spanning education, the economy, healthcare, migration, defense and postal services.
- Putin emphasized Russia’s role in Kyrgyzstan’s economy and security, citing growing trade, energy supplies and a Russian military base, while Japarov called Russia a strategic ally.
- Putin is due to take part in the CSTO summit in Bishkek on November 27 and will outline Russia’s priorities for the bloc’s 2026 chairmanship.
- A large Russian delegation joined the visit, including senior ministers, Central Bank chief Elvira Nabiullina and business figures such as Roman Abramovich.