Chinese President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, August 31, 2026.
Chinese President Xi Jinping said on Monday that China stands ready to work with Kyrgyzstan to deliver more practical cooperation outcomes that are tangible and accessible.
Xi made the remarks during talks with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov. Xi landed in Bishkek on Sunday for a state visit to Kyrgyzstan and to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit 2026.
The visit came as the China-Kyrgyzstan cooperation has ushered in a "golden period" of rapid development, as noted by Xi in a written speech delivered upon his arrival, with the two countries working to translate their longstanding friendship and strong political mutual trust into broader cooperation and greater benefits for their people.
The visit coincides with the 35th anniversary of Kyrgyzstan's independence. On behalf of the Chinese government and people, Xi first extended greetings to Japarov on the occasion of Kyrgyzstan's Independence Day.
