The city of Manas hosted the International Forum “Manas Expo - 2025,” bringing together business leaders, government representatives, and international organizations from Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, China, Belarus, and other countries. The main goal of the forum was to strengthen cross-border cooperation, investment, and trade among Central Asian nations.

The event was held with the support of the Office of the Plenipotentiary Representative of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic in the Jalal-Abad Region, the UNDP, and the International Organization for Migration (IOM). BAKAI participated as an official partner of the forum, serving as a financial expert and advocate for small and medium business development initiatives.

“We see tremendous potential in the southern regions of Kyrgyzstan. Our mission is to help entrepreneurs grow, innovate, and confidently enter new markets. Supporting forums like Manas Expo is BAKAI’s contribution to strengthening regional economies and fostering partnerships across Central Asia,”
- said Asel Alieva, Director of Business Development at BAKAI.

The forum became a platform for exchanging ideas, discovering new technologies, and promoting local brands. During the panel sessions, participants discussed export opportunities, investment attraction, and support for SMEs, while also focusing on women’s and youth entrepreneurship and environmentally sustainable business models.

“It’s important for us to stay close to our clients, especially in the regions. We’re seeing local businesses grow and move toward new formats. BAKAI will continue to support entrepreneurs in the Jalal-Abad region by offering accessible financial solutions and modern digital services,”
- noted Almaz Madymarov, Head of BAKAI’s Jalal-Abad branch.

Through initiatives like Manas Expo, BAKAI continues to fulfill its mission - empowering entrepreneurs and contributing to Kyrgyzstan’s sustainable economic growth.