LocationsKyrgyzstan Continue Strengthening Its National Early Warning Systems
June 20, 2025
During the equipment handover
Bishkek, 20 June 2025 — The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic and UNDP, with financial support from the European Union, have launched the modernization of Kyrgyzstan’s early warning alert and emergency response system. This is more than just delivering equipment — it’s about saving lives, protecting communities, and building the nation’s resilience to natural and climate-induced hazards.
In the face of growing climate volatility and increasingly frequent and destructive disasters, every minute counts. The new equipment, installed at the Crisis Management Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, gives the country a crucial edge: timely data collection, processing, and transmission — enabling faster response and reduced losses. Enhanced server systems, multiplex modules, and upgraded communication tools now make the Center a cornerstone of Kyrgyzstan’s national resilience infrastructure.
“Disaster resilience begins with preparedness. Today, we are strengthening our capacity to protect the lives and property of our citizens, especially in the most vulnerable regions. The new technologies at the Crisis Management Center will help us respond faster, coordinate better, and engage more effectively with local communities,” said Boobek Azhikeev, Minister of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Boobek Azhikeev, Minister of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic
UNDP and the European Union remain strong and trusted partners of Kyrgyzstan in advancing sustainable development and enhancing national crisis preparedness. This partnership is built on shared responsibility, mutual trust, and a vision for a future where every life matters.
“The European Union is proud to partner with Kyrgyzstan on such a vital initiative. Early warning systems are investments in safety, resilience, and the future. They help save lives and strengthen trust between the government and the people. We support Kyrgyzstan’s commitment to building a more resilient, inclusive, and prepared nation for the challenges of tomorrow,” said Mr. Hans Farnhammer, Head of Cooperation Unit, EU Delegation to the Kyrgyz Republic.
Mr. Hans Farnhammer, Head of Cooperation Unit, EU Delegation to the Kyrgyz Republic
UNDP assists the Kyrgyz Republic in strengthening climate resilience and reducing the vulnerability of the population, based on national priorities reflected in the National Development Programme 2030, and other regional and sectoral frameworks aimed at enhancing climate resilience and reducing the vulnerability of communities.
“UNDP remains a reliable partner of Kyrgyzstan in the areas of sustainable development, adaptation to climate change and building a safer future. We are grateful for long lasting partnership that ensures sustainability in the face of growing climate challenges,” emphasized Alexandra Solovieva, UNDP Resident Representative in the Kyrgyz Republic.
Alexandra Solovieva, UNDP Resident Representative in the Kyrgyz Republic
The initiative is implemented under the EU-funded regional project “Climate Change and Resilience in Central Asia.” Its impact is already being felt on the ground:
In the most climate-vulnerable parts of the Fergana Valley, four automated meteorological stations and water radars have been installed, protecting more than 150,000 people;
In Osh city, a comprehensive emergency alert system has been launched, with 29 sirens and 87 loudspeakers enabling rapid communication of warnings to strategic social infrastructure;
Work is ongoing to expand early warning and monitoring systems to hard-to-reach and mountainous regions where climate risks are most severe.
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