In Washington, USA, on April 17, 2026, Adylbek Kasymaliev engaged in a pivotal meeting with Masato Kanda, coinciding with the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group. The dialogue centered on enhancing economic collaboration and development projects.
Kasymaliev underscored Kyrgyzstan’s impressive economic trajectory, reporting an average annual GDP growth rate exceeding 10 percent over the past four years, culminating in a growth of 11.1 percent by the conclusion of 2025, indicative of steadiness in economic advancement.
He pointed out that in 2024, international evaluations placed Kyrgyzstan among the top three nations globally for real GDP growth, a testament to the success of the nation’s economic reforms and initiatives aimed at fostering development.
A central theme of their discussions was Kyrgyzstan’s objective to emerge as a leading transport and logistics hub by 2030. The government aims to bolster infrastructure and improve connectivity to establish the country as a pivotal link in regional trade networks.
Kasymaliev conveyed gratitude for the Asian Development Bank’s backing, particularly with the National Electronic Logistics Platform project, which seeks to unify transport systems and streamline digital information sharing among logistics entities, enhancing operational efficiency and transparency.
Kanda responded by commending the reformative strides and economic achievements of Kyrgyzstan. He reiterated the ADB’s dedication to aiding the nation’s key sectors, notably in infrastructure enhancement and digital transformation initiatives.
This meeting illustrates the deepening collaboration between Kyrgyzstan and global financial institutions, with both parties focused on promoting economic growth, improving regional connectivity, and fortifying long-term developmental strategies.
