During a working trip to the Issyk-Kul region, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov encountered an issue regarding the violation of environmental standards. In the Ton district, retail outlets have once again begun using and selling polyethylene bags, despite existing legislative restrictions.
Environmental Issues and Business Support
An entrepreneur from the Ton district, who had previously opened a workshop for the production of eco-friendly bags, complained to the head of state about unfair competition. According to him, following the end of the World Nomad Games, many shops returned to using plastic, which undermines the work of eco-product manufacturers.
In response to the appeal, Sadyr Japarov promised to provide assistance in developing production and suggested that the entrepreneur expand their capacity. The President also noted the need to open similar workshops for eco-friendly packaging in other regions of the country.
From the document
From January 1, 2027, the ban on the production, sale, and free distribution of polyethylene bags will be in effect throughout the entire territory of Kyrgyzstan.
Context
In the resort and recreation zone of the Issyk-Kul region, the use and sale of polymer film bags are prohibited according to Presidential Decree No. 131 dated April 26, 2022, and the law on restricting the circulation of polymer products.
