Xi Jinping arrives in Kyrgyzstan for state visit and SCO summit
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Chinese President Xi Jinping and First Lady Peng Liyuan arrived at Manas International Airport on August 30 for a state visit to Kyrgyzstan. President Sadyr Japarov and First Lady Aigul Japarova greeted them at the aircraft steps. Xi will also attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Bishkek.
Key Facts
- Xi Jinping arrived at Manas International Airport on August 30 for a state visit to Kyrgyzstan.
- President Sadyr Japarov and First Lady Aigul Japarova met Xi and Peng Liyuan at the aircraft steps.
- Xi will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek from August 30 to September 3, 2026.
- The SCO now comprises 27 countries across Europe, Asia, and Africa, marking its 25th anniversary in 2026.
- Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will also attend the SCO summit in Bishkek.
Arrival Ceremony
State flags of Kyrgyzstan and China were raised at Manas International Airport for Xi's arrival. A red carpet was laid and a guard of honor was formed at the airport. Girls in Kyrgyz national costumes presented traditional boorsok and honey to the guests. The ceremony featured performances by a military orchestra, komuz players, dance groups, and representatives of the traditional culture 'Salbuurun'.
VIP Lounge Program
The official program continued in the airport's VIP lounge, where children and young performers presented their talents. Young participants gave Xi and Peng Liyuan soft toys in the shape of a snow leopard, a symbol of Kyrgyzstan and the World Nomad Games. Children performed a musical composition in both Kyrgyz and Chinese languages. After the ceremony, Xi's motorcade left the airport accompanied by a motorcycle escort.
SCO Summit Context
Xi Jinping will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek from August 30 to September 3, 2026. The SCO marks its 25th anniversary in 2026 and has grown from six founding members to 27 countries across Europe, Asia, and Africa. Last year in Tianjin, Xi and other SCO leaders defined a ten-year development plan for the organization. Seven applied platforms in green industry, digital economy, scientific and technological innovation, and energy were launched over the past year. Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev will also participate in the SCO summit in Bishkek.
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Xi Jinping arrives in Kyrgyzstan for state visit and SCO summit
