AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoNew Direct Routes for Holidaymakers: SCAT Airlines will start Bishkek–Sanya–Bishkek charters in winter 2026/27, and Qanot Sharq launches Bishkek–Phuket direct flights from Nov 17 (twice weekly), both aimed at easier access to popular resort destinations. Regional Tourism Deals: Osh Oblast is pushing joint tourism projects with Kazakhstan, including a multi-country Osh–Andijan–Tashkent–Shymkent–Turkistan route, with plans to present projects at an Oct 29–30 Bishkek forum. CIS Tourism Coordination: Uzbekistan leads a CIS Tourism Council push for transboundary routes and expert training, with the next session planned for 2027 in Uzbekistan. Travel-Friendly Policy Moves: Kyrgyzstan is considering tougher fines for illegal dumps and littering on roads and tourist sites, while Bishkek proposes expanding free bus travel for certain military and law enforcement retirees. Cross-Border Travel Context: A new Uzbekistan–Kyrgyzstan checkpoint, Keskaner, is set to open and is expected to cut border delays and boost freight. Tourism Experience Boost: Kyrgyz artisans are scaling up international sales with UNDP and Finland support, turning traditional crafts into export-ready tourism products. Visa/Entry Watch: Ireland lists Kyrgyzstan among nationalities exempt from visa application fees in 2026.
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