Every third business in Kyrgyzstan is headed by a woman

Women are increasingly taking the lead in Kyrgyzstan's business landscape, with every third enterprise headed by a woman. This trend underscores the growing significance of female entrepreneurship in the nation's economic development, according to the Ministry of Economy and Commerce.

Small and medium-sized businesses are a cornerstone of the Kyrgyz economy, contributing 51.7% to the country's gross domestic product. Out of more than 823,000 business entities, over 246,000 are managed by women. This statistic highlights the substantial and expanding role women play in driving the national economy forward.

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female entrepreneurship is one of the priorities of the state economic policy.

The government has actively fostered a more supportive environment for business, particularly for women. Key initiatives include legally defining "female entrepreneurship," implementing state support programs, and improving access to financing. A major reform, the "regulatory guillotine," aims to reduce administrative hurdles and create a more favorable business climate.

Financial access for women entrepreneurs has seen significant improvement. Women now secure over 50% of business loans granted to individuals. Furthermore, the "Guarantee Fund" reports that women entrepreneurs account for more than 80% of the guarantees issued for projects across the country. The ministry emphasizes that empowering women economically is vital for sustainable growth, enhanced competitiveness, and strengthening human capital.

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The expansion of women's economic opportunities is an important condition for sustainable economic growth, increasing the competitiveness of the economy and strengthening human capital.