Russian President Vladimir Putin will commence a three-day state visit to Kyrgyzstan from November 25 to 27, during which he will hold several bilateral meetings and participate in the CSTO summit.
A state visit represents the highest diplomatic status and protocol honors, conducted to emphasize the advanced level of bilateral relations with the host country. Such visits are exclusively made by heads of state, typically once during their term, and are distinguished by their ceremonial nature, duration (usually 2-4 days), and comprehensive program including official meetings, negotiations, and high-level receptions. This will mark Putin's third state visit to Kyrgyzstan, following previous visits during his first presidential term in 2000 and his previous presidency in 2019.
"On Tuesday, the President of the Russian Federation begins his state visit to the Republic of Kyrgyzstan , organized at the invitation of Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov," Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov informed journalists. The Kyrgyz leader confirmed his invitation during their last personal meeting in July.
The first day will feature minimal protocol ceremonies while maintaining close interaction between the leaders. Japarov will welcome Putin at Bishkek's airport, after which the heads of state will lay a wreath at the Eternal Flame on Victory Square. Following official events, the presidents will hold one-on-one talks at the Ala-Archa residence.
November 26 will form the core of the visit, featuring an official welcome ceremony at the Palace of Unity, followed by Russian-Kyrgyz negotiations addressing key bilateral issues across political, trade, economic, humanitarian and other spheres. The talks will conclude with Putin and Japarov adopting a cooperation strengthening statement and signing a package of documents. The day also includes a scheduled meeting between Putin and Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko.
On November 27, Putin will participate in the CSTO summit of member states' heads, attending both restricted and expanded format sessions. The Russian president will deliver a report on Russia's CSTO presidency priorities for 2026.
The two nations maintain close strategic relations spanning defense, economy, energy, migration and humanitarian cooperation, anchored by a Declaration on Eternal Friendship, Alliance and Partnership signed a quarter-century ago. Putin and Japarov maintain regular contact, with their latest phone conversation occurring in late August. The Russian leader places particular importance on Moscow-Bishkek relations, with his most recent visit to Kyrgyzstan coinciding with the CIS summit in October 2023.
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Based on materials from TASS