15.08.26

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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The FAO and CAREC Present a Documentary on the Development of the National Biosafety Mechanism in the Kyrgyz Republic
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14.08.26

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
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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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Kyrgyzstan strengthens legal framework for implementation of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety
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23.06.2026

Kyrgyzstan strengthens legal framework for implementation of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety

A national seminar on biosafety issues was held in the city of Naryn, dedicated to improving legislation, developing by-laws and developing a national biosafety mechanism in accordance with the Cartagena Protocol.

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24.kg: Corn, soybeans, wheat, rice. What GMO foods do Kyrgyz people consume?
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20.06.2026

24.kg: Corn, soybeans, wheat, rice. What GMO foods do Kyrgyz people consume?

Director of the CAREC branch in Kyrgyzstan Kuban Matraimov spoke about the presence of GMOs in the country, regulation of genetically modified products, development of laboratory facilities and prospects for the national biosafety system.

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Kyrgyzstan advances biosafety policy and the implementation of the Cartagena Protocol
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02.06.2026

Kyrgyzstan advances biosafety policy and the implementation of the Cartagena Protocol

The national seminar in Talas brought together representatives of government agencies, the scientific community, educational institutions and farmers to discuss issues of biosafety, regulation of GMOs and the implementation of the Cartagena Protocol in Kyrgyzstan.

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Biosafety issues were considered at a meeting of the Council under the Toraga of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic
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15.05.2026

Biosafety issues were considered at a meeting of the Council under the Toraga of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic

On May 14, 2026, a meeting of the Council for Sustainable Development under the Toraga Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic was held in Bishkek, dedicated to issues of biosafety, ecology and innovation. Participants discussed the implementation of the Law of the Kyrgyz Republic “On Biological Safety”, the development of the national biosafety system and measures to strengthen the country’s environmental sustainability.

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A national workshop on biosafety was held in Bishkek
Events
17.04.2026

A national workshop on biosafety was held in Bishkek

The national seminar in Bishkek brought together representatives of government agencies, the expert community and farmers to discuss improving the biosafety system, regulation of GMOs and implementation of the Cartagena Protocol in Kyrgyzstan.

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In Osh, farmers and experts discussed issues of biosafety and GMOs
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31.03.2026

In Osh, farmers and experts discussed issues of biosafety and GMOs

The national seminar in Osh brought together farmers, representatives of government agencies and the expert community to discuss issues of biosafety, regulation of GMOs and the development of a national biosafety mechanism in Kyrgyzstan.

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Interim results of the biosafety project and work plans for 2026 discussed
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10.03.2026

Interim results of the biosafety project and work plans for 2026 discussed

At the meeting of the Steering Committee of the FAO/GEF Biosafety Project, participants reviewed the results of work for 2025, approved the budget for 2026 and discussed further improvement of the national biosafety system of Kyrgyzstan.

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FAO provides laboratories in Kyrgyzstan with modern equipment for detecting GMOs
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13.12.2025

FAO provides laboratories in Kyrgyzstan with modern equipment for detecting GMOs

The FAO project combines human development with laboratory technical equipment. ©FAO/Evgeniy Pechurin

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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