Kyrgyzstan to study Turkey's experience in pharmaceutical production

Kyrgyzstan is set to study Turkey's experience in pharmaceutical production as part of an initiative to bolster its domestic healthcare industry. This follows a meeting between Kyrgyzstan's Health Minister Damir Osmonov and a Turkish delegation, focusing on key areas of cooperation including pharmaceutical supply, industry development, digitalization, and medical services.

Dr. Hassan Chagil, a board member of Turkey's USHAŞ, expressed readiness to share accumulated expertise and provide expert support to Kyrgyzstan. The discussions specifically highlighted cooperation in pharmaceutical supply chains, healthcare delivery, and the enhancement of the healthcare system. A significant focus was placed on developing Kyrgyzstan's domestic pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities.

The Turkish delegation presented its successful reforms in the sector, detailing advancements in generic drug manufacturing, streamlined procurement processes, and improved access to medicines tailored to the domestic market's capacity. Both sides also considered the potential for localizing the production of specific medicines within Kyrgyzstan, emphasizing that such decisions must align with actual market demands and economic viability.

Minister Osmonov emphasized Kyrgyzstan's interest in adapting Turkish solutions to its own healthcare system, particularly in pharmaceutical supply, domestic production, and digitalization. He expressed a desire for continued expert dialogue and exploration of practical cooperation avenues. The minister also mentioned ongoing efforts to implement a medicine tracking system in Kyrgyzstan.

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It is important for us to study Turkey’s practical experience and consider solutions that can be adapted to the needs of Kyrgyzstan’s healthcare system. Pharmaceutical supply, the development of domestic pharmaceutical production and digitalization are of particular importance to us. We are interested in continuing the expert dialogue and further exploring practical areas of cooperation.