Kyrgyzstan
Switzerland and Aga Khan Foundation provide humanitarian aid to farmers of Naryn region 2020-05-22
Posted May 22nd, 2020 by librarian-hdAKIPRESS.COM - To respond to the socio-economic risks arising from the spread of the coronavirus in the region, fodder seeds and fertilizers as well as individual protection materials were provided to farmers and veterinarians in Naryn region of Kyrgyzstan, the Swiss Embassy said.
This humanitarian aid was transferred as part of the project “Emergency support to the livestock sector in Naryn and At-Bashy districts of Naryn region” supported by the Government of Switzerland and the Aga Khan Foundation in the Kyrgyz Republic.
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Swiss funded project to support farmers of Osh region in cooperation with Aga-Khan Foundation.
Posted April 20th, 2020 by librarian-hdAKIPRESS.COM - Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic and the risks to the food and agricultural sectors associated with it, the Swiss funded Bai-Alai Program will allocate more than 3.5 million soms (50 thousand Swiss francs) to support farmers in Osh oblast of Kyrgyzstan.
The Bai-Alai Program is funded by the Government of Switzerland through the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation (SDC) and implemented by Helvetas Kyrgyzstan in cooperation with Aga-Khan Foundation.
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Milk processing workshop opened in Naryn by UCA and the Aga Khan Foundation 2020-02-20
Posted February 20th, 2020 by librarian-hdAKIPRESS.COM - The University of Central Asia and the Aga Khan Foundation established a milk processing workshop at Naryn State University for its new undergraduate programme on “Production Technology and Processing of Agricultural Produce”.
The workshop will provide students with practical experience, help prepare qualified experts in milk-processing in Naryn region, as well as allow for commercial sale, enabling the workshop to become fully self-sustainable, UCA said.
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Prince Aly Muhammad

Prince Aly Muhammad interviews Alyna Rahim, a 3rd year student in Computer Sciences at the University of Central Asia, Naryn Campus in Kyrgyzstan 2018-11-19
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Prince Rahim's speech at the Inauguration of the new head office of the Kyrgyz Investment and Credit Bank
Posted September 30th, 2017 by librarian-hdYour Excellency President Otunbaeva
Honorable Speaker of Parliament
Excellencies
Distinguished guests
Today is truly a special day—and for several reasons.
First, it comes at a special time of the year.
The festival of Navroz is a time when we think about renewal and rejuvenation—when we welcome a new spring season in a spirit of hope and optimism.
And that spirit is very prevalent as we gather here today to mark the opening of a new head office for KICB—and as we celebrate the spirit of forward-looking progress in the Kyrgyz Republic.
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Hazar Imam visits Tekeli for potential sites for Uviversity of Central Asia

His Highness the Aga Khan visiting potential sites for the University of Central Asia (UCA) in Tekeli with Frederick Starr, Rector of the UCA (right), the Education Minister Shamsha Berkimbayeva (left, 2nd row) and the Governor of Almaty Oblast Kulmakhanov (middle).
AKDN / Gary Otte
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President Almazbek Atambayev awards Prince Karim Aga Khan IV the Danaker Order | Kabar - Kyrgyz
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The future leaders of Central Asia 2017-02-02
Posted February 3rd, 2017 by librarian-hdEDITOR’S NOTE: This is part three of a Devex series that examines the Aga Khan’s plan to create a new model for higher education in Central Asia, where the opportunity to achieve academic excellence is usually found somewhere else. Read part one here and part two here.
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His Highness Aga Khan receives the Order of "Danaker" from the President of the Kyrgyz Republic Almazbek Atambayev 2016-10-20
Posted October 21st, 2016 by librarian-hdOn the first day of an official visit to the Kyrgyz Republic, His Highness the Aga Khan was presented the Order of Danaker by His Excellency Almazbek Atambayev, President of the Kyrgyz Republic. The order is the country’s highest recognition given to a foreign citizen for contributions to the strengthening of peace, friendship and cooperation between peoples and for working towards preserving inter-ethnic harmony and the mutual enrichment of national cultures.
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His Highness the Aga Khan was presented the Order of Danaker by His Excellency Almazbek Atambayev, President of the Kyrgyz Repub

His Highness the Aga Khan was presented the Order of Danaker by His Excellency Almazbek Atambayev, President of the Kyrgyz Republic.The order is the country’s highest recognition given to a foreign citizen
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Noorani children in Kyrgyzstan for inauguration of UCA campus in Naryn 2016-10-19
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Inauguration of Seitaaly Jakypov Park in Naryn 2016-10-19
Posted October 20th, 2016 by librarian-hdNaryn, Kyrgyz Republic, 19 October 2016 - As part of AKDN’s broader commitment to the Naryn area, the Aga Khan Trust for Culture rehabilitated the Seitaaly Jakypov Park, creating space for leisure, play and exercise. On 19 October 2016, Naryn Governor Amanbay Kayipov joined Kyrgyz Prime Minister Sooronbay Jeenbekov and His Highness the Aga Khan to officially open the rehabilitated park.
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University of Central Asia opens first campus in Naryn in Kyrgyzstan 2016-10-19
Posted October 20th, 2016 by librarian-hdNARYN, Kyrgyzstan (TCA) — The University of Central Asia (UCA), created to be a catalyst for social and economic development in the region’s mountain societies, on 19 October officially opened its first campus in Naryn, Kyrgyzstan.
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Speech by His Highness The Aga Khan at the inauguration of the Naryn Campus of the University of Central Asia 2016-10-18
Posted October 19th, 2016 by librarian-hdBismillah-ir-Rahman-ir-Rahim
Your Excellency, Sooronbay Jeenbekov, Prime Minister of the Kyrgyz Republic
Your Excellency, Amanbai Kayipov, Governor of Naryn Oblast
Honourable Ministers, Excellencies,
Students, Faculty and Staff of the University
Distinguished Guests
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President Almazbek Atambayev awards Prince Karim Aga Khan IV the Danaker Order 2016-10-18
Posted October 19th, 2016 by librarian-hdBishkek, October 18 / Kabar /. Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev met with visiting Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the Kyrgyz President's press office reports.
At the beginning of the meeting President Atambayev awarded Prince Karim Aga Khan IV the Danaker Order for public activities and the implementation of socio-economic projects in Kyrgyzstan. The President stressed that Kyrgyzstan appreciates the work of the Aga Khan Development Network and attaches great importance to further strengthening of cooperation with the Organization.
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Hazar Imam in Kyrgyzstan with Prince Aly Muhammad 2016-10-17

AKDN Resident Representative for Kyrgyzstan Shamsh Kassim-Lakha, who is also the Executive Chairman of the UCA Board Executive Committee, welcomes Mawlana Hazar Imam. Gary Otte
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Hazar Imam arrives in Kyrgyzstan for inauguration of University of Central Asia’s Naryn campus 2016-10-17
Posted October 18th, 2016 by librarian-hdPhotos and Speech are available now on: http://www.ismaili.net/html/modules.php?op=modload&name=phpBB2&file=view...
Bishkek, 17 October 2016 — Mawlana Hazar Imam arrived in Kyrgyzstan this evening, ahead of the inauguration of the University of Central Asia’s Naryn campus. He was accompanied by Prince Aly Muhammad.
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Prince Rahim Aga Khan attends opening of the Second World Nomad Games 2016-09-06
Posted September 7th, 2016 by librarian-hdCholpon-Ata, September 6 / Kabar /. Representing His Highness the Aga Khan, Prince Rahim Aga Khan attended the official opening of the Second World Nomad Games, 2016, at the invitation of H.E. President Almazbek Atambayev. He was amongst 30 other Heads of Delegations, which included Heads of Republics, Ministers and other high level dignitaries, Aga Khan Development Network Representation Office in Bishkek reports.
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H.H. the Aga Khan arrives in Kyrgyzstan - 2009-10-12
Posted April 20th, 2010 by heritage2009, October 12: H.H. the Aga Khan arrives in Kyrgyzstan today from Tajikistan. The Aga Khan's visit to the Kyrgyz Republic will focus on new initiatives in financial services, poverty alleviation, education and culture. While in Kyrgyzstan the highest guest is expected to meet with President Kurmanbek Bakiev, Prime Minister Igor Chudinov, Foreign Minister Kadyrbek Sarbaev and Finance Minister Marat Sultanov to discuss the impact of the global recession on local economies as well as issues of regional stability, in particular, Afghanistan. [More on this visit]
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