A special voluntary insurance contribution program has been launched for Kyrgyz citizens living and working abroad. As Social Fund Chairman Baktiyar Aliev reported, registration for this program is available through the Tunduk mobile application. In addition to simplifying contribution payments, the state is working to expand international cooperation. Currently, Kyrgyzstan is conducting pension coverage negotiations with more than 20 states.
International Cooperation and New Agreements
Cooperation agreements in this field are already in effect with China, Turkey, and South Korea. Additionally, a corresponding agreement was adopted within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union in 2021.
Special attention is being paid to the European direction. According to Aliev, the draft agreement with Austria has already been finalized, leaving only the signing of the document. Negotiations are also ongoing with Germany, with representatives from the FRG planning to visit Kyrgyzstan in spring 2027.
"As of today, we are conducting negotiations with more than 20 states. We have already completed the preparation of the draft agreement with Austria; only the signing of the interstate document remains. Negotiations are also underway with Germany; colleagues from the FRG will visit Kyrgyzstan in spring 2027."
Successful cooperation with Austria and Germany should simplify the process of concluding similar treaties with other European countries, including the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and the Czech Republic. This experience is also expected to serve as a basis for negotiations with the USA.
Context
The Social Fund of Kyrgyzstan is a state body operating since January 1, 2023. The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is an international organization headquartered in Moscow.
