Kyrgyzstan, Russia discuss creation of nuclear medicine center in Kyrgyzstan

Bishkek, Feb. 11, 2026 /Kabar/. Kyrgyz Minister of Health Kanybek Dosmambetov held a bilateral meeting with Russian Minister of Health Mikhail Murashko, the Kyrgyz Ministry of Health reported.

During the talks, the Kyrgyz side expressed interest in developing joint projects in high-tech medicine, including the creation of a nuclear medicine center in Kyrgyzstan with its own cyclotron-radiopharmaceutical production facility.

It is noted that initiatives to create the center are included in the country's state development plans. The plan is to gradually develop the regulatory framework, sign contracts, and begin design work in 2026, with a target completion date of 2030.

The parties also discussed cooperation formats, including expert and technological support, access to equipment, technologies, and methodological solutions, based on mutual interests and capabilities.