Kyrgyzstan Negotiates Fuel Supplies with China, Belarus, Uzbekistan Amid Global Shortages

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan – Kyrgyzstan is actively pursuing international agreements to secure its fuel and lubricant supplies, according to Energy Minister Altynbek Rysbekov. The minister acknowledged that fuel shortages are a concern not only for Kyrgyzstan but also for countries that produce these commodities.

"Since Kyrgyzstan only imports fuel and lubricants from abroad, this issue is naturally acute for us," Rysbekov stated. He confirmed that discussions are underway with Uzbekistan at the governmental level, with working groups now handling the details. Kyrgyzstan is exploring various options to ensure its reserves.

Positive responses have also been received from Belarus and China. Rysbekov indicated that transit through Russia should not pose significant problems, and detailed arrangements are being finalized. China has provided volume specifications and expressed readiness to supply, with procedural matters currently being resolved.

These negotiations come at a time when Russia has temporarily banned fuel exports, and Kazakhstan has imposed restrictions on vehicle entry, limiting it to once per day. These measures were implemented to prevent the "shadow" export of fuel from Kazakhstan.

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Since Kyrgyzstan only imports fuel and lubricants from abroad, this issue is naturally acute for us.