Kyrgyzstan has established diplomatic relations with 185 countries. «The number of countries with which the Kyrgyz Republic has established diplomatic relations has reached 185, and our first embassy has been opened on the African continent. During the year, 190 events were held, and 633 international agreements and documents were signed,» he said. «Our republic’s chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and preparations for the summit to be held in Bishkek in 2026 are of particular importance. It is necessary to continue the ministry’s efforts to promote the Kyrgyz Republic’s candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for 2027-2028,» he said, making a number of instructions.