Putin and Japarov Reaffirm Strategic Partnership in Telephone Conversation

Leaders Discuss Bilateral Ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in a telephone conversation with Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov on December 6, 2025. The call served to underscore the robust strategic partnership and allied relationship between the two nations. During the conversation, President Putin extended birthday greetings to President Japarov.

Building on Recent Momentum

The discussion between the two leaders followed closely on the heels of President Putin's state visit to Kyrgyzstan on November 25-26, 2025. Both presidents acknowledged that the high-level talks held during this visit in Bishkek provided significant momentum for the development of their deep strategic partnership and allied relationship.

President Putin also conveyed his gratitude for the warm welcome and hospitality extended to him during his November visit. The leaders expressed confidence that future meetings and ongoing cooperation would further deepen the fruitful ties between Kyrgyzstan and Russia.

Key Areas of Cooperation

The consistently strong relations of friendship, alliance, and strategic partnership were a central theme of the conversation. Previous discussions and agreements between Russia and Kyrgyzstan have encompassed a wide range of areas, including:

• Economic cooperation: Focusing on trade, investment, and the role of the Russian-Kyrgyz Development Fund.
• Cultural and educational ties: Including the presence of Russian teachers in Kyrgyz schools and the status of the Russian language.
• Security: Highlighting the importance of the joint Russian military base in Kyrgyzstan for regional stability.
• International organizations: Collaboration within platforms such as the UN, CIS, EAEU, CSTO, and SCO.

Both sides reiterated their commitment to continued efficient collaboration to further strengthen the multifaceted ties between Russia and Kyrgyzstan.