Japan to Invest 1.1 Billion Soms in Kyrgyzstan’s Airports
President of Kyrgyzstan, Sadyr Japarov, recently signed a law that ratifies exchange notes between the Cabinet of Ministers and the Government of Japan, as well as a grant agreement between the Kyrgyz Republic and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA). This development was reported by the press service of the head of state.
The main purpose of this law is to facilitate the implementation of domestic procedures by ratifying exchange notes between the authorities of Kyrgyzstan and Japan on the project “Improvement of air traffic control facilities at international airports” and the grant agreement with JICA for the same project. These agreements were signed on August 1, 2024, in Bishkek and were adopted by the Parliament on November 20, 2024.
The project includes a generous grant from JICA for various improvements at international airports in Kyrgyzstan. This includes the construction of an air navigation tower at Osh airport, the modernization of air navigation equipment at Manas and Issyk-Kul airports, as well as the extension of the runway at Osh airfield by 400 meters.
The total grant amount is 2.153 billion Japanese yen, which is equivalent to 1,147,256,662 soms. The project aims to modernize and update the air traffic control system at international airports in Kyrgyzstan. This involves replacing outdated equipment, introducing modern technologies, and enhancing the skills of specialists in this field. These initiatives are crucial for ensuring flight safety and efficient use of airspace.
Overall, the signing of this law signifies a significant step towards enhancing the infrastructure and operations of international airports in Kyrgyzstan, ultimately leading to improved air traffic control facilities and increased safety for all passengers and aircraft.
