Kyrgyz Culture Minister, U.S. Official Discuss Cooperation in Tashkent

Kyrgyzstan's Minister of Culture, Mirbek Mambetaliyev, met with U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy, Sarah Rogers, in Tashkent. The meeting took place during the Central Asia-U.S. "C5+1" ministerial gathering focused on cultural cooperation.

Discussions centered on strengthening Kyrgyz-American collaboration in cultural and humanitarian fields. Key areas included the preservation of cultural heritage, support for youth initiatives, creative education, and the development of creative industries.

Mambetaliyev emphasized the importance of constructive and mutually beneficial relations with the United States. He highlighted the significance of the joint statement on cultural heritage preservation adopted at the "C5+1" summit in 2025 as a foundation for future engagement. The ministers also addressed the implementation of joint cultural and educational projects, the exchange of expertise, and prospects for expanding professional and youth cooperation.