Kyrgyzstan Boosts Medicine Delivery with New Special Vehicles
Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Kyrgyzstan's Deputy Prime Minister Ulan Mamatkanov handed over 12 special vehicles to the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmatsiya."
- The vehicles will enhance the logistics and timely delivery of medicines, especially to remote areas.
- Mamatkanov highlighted the growth of the domestic pharmaceutical industry, which increased production 1.7 times in 2025, and stressed the need for investment and technology to reduce import dependency.
Kyrgyzstan is bolstering its healthcare logistics with the delivery of 12 new special vehicles to the state enterprise "Kyrgyzpharmatsiya." Deputy Prime Minister Ulan Mamatkanov presented the keys, emphasizing that these vehicles will significantly improve the timely delivery of essential medicines to medical institutions across the country, including remote regions.
This initiative aligns with the government's focus on public health, improving medical services, and ensuring access to necessary medications. Mamatkanov pointed to the nation's economic growth as a driver for enhancing the quality of life for citizens. He also noted the systematic efforts to develop domestic pharmaceutical production, which saw a 1.7-fold increase in output in 2025.
Our task is to consolidate this positive dynamic and bring the domestic pharmaceutical industry to a new level. It is necessary to attract investment and modern technologies, expand production and gradually reduce dependence on imports.
"Our task is to consolidate this positive dynamic and bring the domestic pharmaceutical industry to a new level," Mamatkanov stated, calling for increased investment and modern technologies to reduce reliance on imports. He stressed the importance of creating a unified pharmaceutical supply chain from producer to patient, with "Kyrgyzpharmatsiya" playing a pivotal role.
The Deputy Prime Minister also reminded healthcare officials of their heightened responsibility during upcoming major international events, including the VI World Nomad Games and high-level meetings within Kyrgyzstan's SCO presidency. He urged the healthcare system to be fully prepared to manage the influx of international delegations, athletes, and guests.
The healthcare system must be fully prepared.
Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.