Armenian, Kyrgyz Presidents discuss prospects for launching direct flights

President of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturyan met with President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov during a working visit to Kazakhstan, the Armenian Presidential Office said in a readout.

During the meeting, the sides emphasized the importance of further developing and deepening mutually beneficial cooperation on international platforms, highlighting coordinated and active engagement in multilateral formats.

The presidents reaffirmed their readiness to continue constructive cooperation within international organizations. They noted that, despite positive dynamics, the full potential of bilateral cooperation has not yet been realized. 

In this context, the sides stressed the need for practical steps to enhance economic ties, promote direct business contacts, and identify new investment opportunities.

The meeting also addressed the possibility of introducing direct flights between Armenia and Kyrgyzstan. The presidents noted that such a move could significantly strengthen people-to-people ties, promote tourism, and enhance trade and economic cooperation, creating new opportunities for joint projects.

The sides underscored the importance of exchanging experience in various sectors, particularly agriculture, high technologies, and related industries.

Expanding cooperation in these areas, introducing innovative solutions, and sharing professional expertise could boost economic competitiveness and support sustainable development, they said.

Regional developments were also discussed, with both sides emphasizing the importance of strengthening stability, peace, and mutual trust as key conditions for long-term development, as well as the need for continued constructive dialogue and cooperation.