Japarov: Kyrgyzstan capable of 100% independent development of its own mineral resources

Kyrgyzstan has sufficient specialists, experience, and capabilities for complete independent development of natural resources. President Sadyr Japarov made this statement during a meeting with residents of Tokmok, Chuy, and Kemin districts, according to Kabar.

As an example, the head of state cited the Altynken enterprise: over 2011–2022 — a 12-year period — the state share brought only 4 million dollars into the treasury. Since 2022, dividends have totaled 241 million dollars. In addition, the enterprise paid taxes and local fees totaling 68 billion soms. More than 800 people work at the enterprise, of which 93% are local residents.

The president noted that a number of deposits previously managed by foreign companies have been transferred to state control and are now being developed by domestic forces. Japarov named Kumtor, Kyzyl-Ompol, and Taldy-Bulak among them.