2024-11-25 17:50:00
National Council President Walter Rosenkranz received a delegation from the Kyrgyz Republic in parliament today. In a conversation with its President Sadyr Schaparov, Rosenkranz discussed the bilateral and parliamentary relations between the two countries. Overall, Schaparov would welcome it if the current visit to Austria would provide further impetus for cooperation between the two countries, as he said, also with regard to the interparliamentary dialogue. Rosenkranz emphasized that the issue of cooperation between parliaments was important to him. For example, he mentioned the Austrian Parliament’s know-how for outreach programs for children and young people via the Democracy Workshop, which is also shared with other parliaments. As soon as the parliamentary friendship group for Kyrgyzstan is re-formed by the Austrian Parliament after the last National Council elections, it will seek further exchange with the parliament in Kyrgyzstan, said the National Council President.
Modern technologies, climate and tourism as topics
Rosenkranz can see a parallel between the two countries in the shape of the landscape with regard to mountains, as he said. Austria has a lot of experience when it comes to opening them up for tourism, said the President of the National Council. On the other hand, there are also similar problems such as the melting of glaciers.
Shaparov emphasized his interest in intensifying the entire complex of bilateral relations. The focus would continue to be on trade and economic relations. For example, he is interested in Austria’s experiences with modern technologies in the economy. As far as the topic of climate is concerned, a forum on this topic is planned in Bishkek in 2027, to which he cordially invites you.
With regard to Ukraine, the conversation focused primarily on the neutrality of small countries such as Austria and Kyrgyzstan. According to Rosenkranz, Austria is neutral – especially militarily. From his point of view, the neutral states have a special responsibility to try to ensure that this war will soon be ended with peace. According to the President of the National Council, Austria has a long tradition as a mediator in a wide variety of conflicts. The situation between Israel and the Palestinians also requires every opportunity for neutral states to contribute to peacemaking. Schaparov agreed with Rosenkranz that small states in particular could offer a framework for approaches to a peaceful path. (End) mbu
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What are the main outcomes you hope to achieve from your discussions with Austria regarding parliamentary cooperation?
**Interview with President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Mr. President Japarov. You’ve recently met with Austrian National Council President Walter Rosenkranz. Can you share what topics were on the agenda during your discussion?
**President Japarov:** Thank you for having me. Our conversation primarily focused on enhancing the bilateral relations between Kyrgyzstan and Austria, especially in the context of parliamentary cooperation. I expressed my hope that this visit would spark further dialog and initiatives that could benefit both nations.
**Interviewer:** That sounds promising. You mentioned interparliamentary dialog as a key aspect. Can you elaborate on why this is important for Kyrgyzstan?
**President Japarov:** Certainly. Strengthening parliamentary relations allows us to share best practices and knowledge, which is crucial for our democratic development. The exchange of ideas, especially in governance and social programs, can help us address common challenges effectively. I look forward to the re-establishment of the parliamentary friendship group between our two parliaments, which President Rosenkranz also emphasized.
**Interviewer:** Education and outreach were mentioned as part of your discussions. How do you envision collaboration in this area?
**President Japarov:** Education is a cornerstone of our future. The Austrian Parliament’s Democracy Workshop initiative is a fantastic model that we can adapt for our youth in Kyrgyzstan. By fostering democratic values and civic engagement among the younger generation, we can build a more informed citizenry.
**Interviewer:** You also discussed themes like modern technologies, climate, and tourism. What specific areas do you see potential for collaboration?
**President Japarov:** Given both our countries have mountainous landscapes, there is significant scope for tourism exchange and development. Austria has expertise in sustainable tourism practices, which could benefit Kyrgyzstan immensely. Additionally, sharing technology in areas like climate resilience could enhance our efforts to tackle environmental challenges.
**Interviewer:** In your view, how critical is this visit for the future of Kyrgyzstan’s international relations?
**President Japarov:** This visit is pivotal. Building partnerships with countries like Austria, which shares our vision in various sectors, can open up new avenues for cooperation and development. It’s a step towards solidifying our place in the international community and fostering sustainable, long-term relations.
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your insights, Mr. President. We wish you and Kyrgyzstan continued success in these endeavors.
**President Japarov:** Thank you very much. It was a pleasure to discuss these important issues.
