According to an official statement, the agreement is based on common EU values including democracy, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, and the rule of law. It also provides for cooperation in a number of areas, though specific sectors have not been disclosed. The deal aims to deepen political and economic relations between the EU and Kyrgyzstan, representing an important step towards increased engagement from the EU in Central Asia.
EU and Kyrgyzstan sign enhanced partnership deal
Key Points
- EU and Kyrgyzstan sign Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement
- Agreement based on EU values: democracy, human rights, rule of law
- Aims to deepen political and economic relations