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Transport ministry cites shortage of qualified workers in Kyrgyzstan's transport sector

From 24.kg · () Russian

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  • Kyrgyzstan's Transport and Communications Ministry plans to expand cooperation with universities to train specialists for the transport sector.
  • Officials and university representatives discussed workforce needs, training quality and adapting study programs to industry requirements.
  • Demand is rising for engineering and technical staff as road and transport infrastructure, technology and safety standards develop.

Kyrgyzstan's Transport and Communications Ministry plans to work more closely with universities to prepare specialists for the country's transport sector.

Deputy Minister Kubanychbek Turgunbaev met with university leaders and representatives to discuss current and future staffing needs at the ministry and its subordinate organizations, along with the quality of specialist training.

The ministry said demand for engineering and technical workers is growing as Kyrgyzstan develops its road and transport infrastructure, introduces modern technologies and raises safety requirements. It identified needs in road and rail transport, road management, construction and maintenance, freight organization, traffic management, road safety, vehicle repair, automation, communications and information technology.

Participants proposed updating university programs to reflect practical industry needs, improving student placements, bringing transport specialists into teaching and helping graduates find jobs. The ministry is also considering targeted training programs for its own workforce and subordinate agencies. Turgunbaev said the main task was to provide the sector with professionals who meet modern requirements.

The main task is to provide the transport sector with professional specialists who meet modern requirements.

· Kubanychbek TurgunbaevThe deputy minister described the purpose of closer cooperation with universities.
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