President Sadyr Japarov today, October 1, congratulated the people of Kyrgyzstan on the Day of the Older Persons and noted the importance of supporting the older generation. The head of state also announced the upcoming pensions increase.
The full text of the congratulations:
«Honorable fathers, dear mothers!
Esteemed representatives of the older generation!
The Kyrgyz people have a tradition of honoring and respecting elders that has been formed since ancient times and has survived to this day. This is evidenced by popular proverbs: «Collect the words of an elder in a bag», «Advice of an elderly person is a lesson for life», «The speech of an elder is like wisdom spoken among the people», «A smart old man is a flowing river».
We understand that caring for the older generation is our duty and honor. We will do everything possible to preserve the values passed down by our ancestors and respect our elders.
Sadyr Japarov
Our state policy towards the elderly is carried out in accordance with ratified international agreements in the field of human rights and laws based on our Constitution.
Our main goal is to ensure a decent life for the older generation in a safe and decent society and their full participation in the development of the state. In this direction, as well as taking into account the basic principles and norms of active aging, in order to improve the living conditions of the elderly in Kyrgyzstan, the policy of active longevity is gaining momentum.
Over the past three years, efforts to provide our grandparents with a decent pension have increased significantly. For example, in 2022, pensions were increased by an average of 33 percent, in 2023, the insurance part of pensions reached 30,000 soms, and pensions were increased by 38 percent. In 2024, I set the task of increasing pensions in two stages, and starting from October, the minimum pension in the country will be 6,900 soms. From July 1, pensions were increased to the full basic part — up to 3,170 soms, and from October 1, the insurance part of the pension will increase by 18 percent.
The minimum pension will be increased by at least 1,000 soms and will amount to 6,900 soms.
For the first time in the history of independent Kyrgyzstan, we managed to fulfill the norms of Article 44 of the Constitution. The state continues to work tirelessly to ensure a decent, stable and prosperous life for elderly citizens.
Our dear grandfathers and grandmothers!
I thank you for your contribution to the development of our country and the bright future of the next generations. As they say, «The word of the elder is the eyes of the mind,» and your advice is still valuable to us. It is not for nothing that they say: «Whoever has elders has happiness.»
May every day of your life be filled with the warmth and love of your loved ones! You are the support of the values left by your ancestors.
I wish you long life and prosperity!
Stay healthy!"
