Akylbek Japarov discusses lithium mining with management of Chinese company

Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Kyrgyzstan Akylbek Japarov, as part of his working trip to Urumqi (XUAR, China), met with the heads of a number of large companies. The press service of the Cabinet of Ministers reported.

Akylbek Japarov met with Chen Hongyin, General Director of China Railway Intermodal Logistics Co., Ltd. They discussed issues in the field of transport and road construction. In particular, issues regarding the construction of a new Bedel checkpoint, which will be opened on the state border between Kyrgyzstan and China, were considered.

The head of the Cabinet met with the head of the management committee of Kashgar economic development zone, Guan Yun, on Two Countries — Two Parks project. The latter is the curator of this project from the Chinese side. Issues regarding the construction of a machine-building plant in the Kyrgyz Republic by Jiabo Technology were discussed. The company also plans to produce bamboo paper.

In turn, Akylbek Japarov noted that this is a good investment project for Naryn region. The document for its implementation was signed within the framework of China — Eurasia EXPO exhibition; construction will begin in August 2024.

The Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, during a meeting with representatives of Shaanxi Automobile Group Co., Ltd, discussed issues of development of the automotive industry that are of interest to both parties.

In addition, a conversation took place with the management of Zhicun Lithium Industry Group Co., Ltd, where issues in the mining industry were discussed, in particular, implementation of projects on exploration, production and processing of lithium in Kyrgyzstan. The company specializes in the production of lithium batteries and lithium carbonate.