A Special Independence Day Welcome: UN Secretary-General Arrives in Kyrgyzstan

on 31 August, joining the country on a particularly significant occasion — its Independence Day of the Kyrgyz Republic.

Marking the moment upon his arrival, the Secretary-General extended warm congratulations to the people of Kyrgyzstan.

“I am very happy that in this visit to Kyrgyzstan I arrive in a historic time, on Independence Day. I want to wish the people of Kyrgyzstan a happy Independence Day.”

The Secretary-General highlighted Kyrgyzstan’s growing role within the United Nations and the wider international community, noting the country’s election to the UN Security Council for the 2027–2028 term.

He emphasized that Kyrgyzstan will have an important role to play in global efforts to advance peace, security and sustainable development.

“Kyrgyzstan was elected to the Security Council of the United Nations and will be at the center of global efforts for peace, security and development.”

The Secretary-General also congratulated Kyrgyzstan on its economic progress before once again extending his Independence Day wishes to the people of the country.

His arrival on 31 August brought together two important moments for Kyrgyzstan: the celebration of 35 years of independence and the country’s preparations to take its seat on the UN Security Council for the first time in its history.