During a meeting with the President, an entrepreneur named Edil, who operates a production facility in the Ton district of the Issyk-Kul region, discussed the development of his eco-friendly kraft paper bag business.
The workshop has been operational for two months, currently supplying products to local shops within the district. The President emphasized the importance of scaling this business to other regions and instructed officials to schedule a formal appointment for the entrepreneur to provide further assistance.
Upcoming ban on plastic bags
The entrepreneur's initiative comes ahead of significant regulatory changes regarding plastic usage in Kyrgyzstan. Starting January 1, 2027, a ban will be implemented on the production, sale, and free distribution of polyethylene bags.
For their sale, a fine of 3 thousand soms is threatened.
Context
The Ton district is located in the Issyk-Kul region. The entrepreneur's production aims to provide alternatives as the country moves toward stricter environmental regulations.
