Cooperation in the Field of Biosafety

Ensuring biosafety and providing information on issues related to the circulation of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) requires cooperation among government authorities, the scientific community, international organizations, and civil society.

The Kyrgyz Republic is developing cooperation in this field at both national and international levels.

Key Areas of Cooperation

International cooperation
Interaction with international organizations and participation in initiatives implemented under the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety and other international agreements.

National scientific and educational institutions
Cooperation with research institutes and higher education institutions in the field of biosafety and risk assessment.

 

Non-governmental organizations and civil society
Information and awareness-raising activities, participation in public dialogue on biosafety issues.

Latest news

The FAO and CAREC Present a Documentary on the Development of the National Biosafety Mechanism in the Kyrgyz Republic News
15.08.2026

The FAO and CAREC Present a Documentary on the Development of the National Biosafety Mechanism in the Kyrgyz Republic

FAO and CAREC present a documentary film about the development of the National Biosafety Mechanism of Kyrgyzstan. The film talks about the Cartagena Protocol, improving legislation, developing laboratories, risk assessment and protecting the country's biodiversity.

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Living Modified Organisms: What Is Important to Understand? News
14.08.2026

Living Modified Organisms: What Is Important to Understand?

CAREC's new animated video tells in simple language about living modified organisms (LMOs), GMOs and biosafety principles, and also introduces the role of the Cartagena Protocol and the development of the national biosafety system of Kyrgyzstan.

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FAO supports Kyrgyzstan in strengthening its national biosafety system under the Cartagena Protocol Events
06.07.2026

FAO supports Kyrgyzstan in strengthening its national biosafety system under the Cartagena Protocol

A two-day national seminar dedicated to the development of the national biosafety mechanism was held in Issyk-Kul. The participants discussed digitalization, improvement of legislation, interdepartmental interaction and prepared recommendations for the further development of the biosafety system of Kyrgyzstan.

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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations

Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic

Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology and Technical Supervision of the Kyrgyz Republic

Global Environment Facility

Global Environment Facility

UN Environment Program

UN Environment Program

Website of the Convention on Biodiversity

Website of the Convention on Biodiversity