Digitalization is tool for sustainable development: EU ambassador to Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek, April 21, 2022 / Kabar /. The issue of digitalization has been at a high level in Kyrgyzstan over the past few years. A number of important projects have been implemented in various sectors - medicine, education, and the transition to electronic document management. In general, digitalization is important, as it is aimed not only at facilitating the daily life of citizens, but also to counteract corruption schemes. Kyrgyzstan has many partners in digitalization issues. In this regard, a conference was held on Thursday in the capital to discuss the implementation of the project on bilateral cooperation "Supporting digitalization program in Kyrgyzstan". The event was attended by the leadership of the Ministry of Digital Development of Kyrgyzstan, EU Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Eduard Auer, Ambassador of the Estonia to Kyrgyzstan Toomas Tirs, the project partners Academy of e-Government (eGA) from Estonia, HAUS from Finland and CSI-Piemonte from Italy, representatives of civil society and state bodies. Eduard Auer noted that this project is a very important step. The project is the first time in Kyrgyzstan, and according to the ambassador, it will be successfully implemented. "We have representatives both from the private sector and from the state. A similar project has been implemented in other countries in Europe. This project has a good approach. Kyrgyzstan will be able to adopt the experience of other countries. Our cooperation will continue after 2-3 years. The EU approach to digitalization puts people on the path of development. Developed countries have developed various regulations, which are aimed at the implementation of the project and will be applied here. What has been created is considered a benchmark," shared Auer. The ambassador also added that digitalization means respect for human rights and values. Also digital transformation can bring tangible benefits to citizens and quality communication and access to electronic government services. Digitalization, according to Auer, can be an important tool for achieving sustainable development.