Meeting of the leaders of the sports community: WSA, BRICS SPORT and Kyrgyzstan set a course for cooperation
Date of publication: May 13, 2026
A landmark meeting of representatives of international alliances and the head of the State Agency for Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic took place in Bishkek. The meeting was attended by:
Alexander Zakirov, Vice President of the World Sports Alliance (WSA) and Head of BRICS SPORTS;
Urmat Sadyrovich Asanbayev, Director of the State Agency of Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The talks were devoted to the development of sports in Kyrgyzstan and its integration into international projects. The parties discussed topical issues of cooperation and outlined specific plans for cooperation.
Key agreements
Following the meeting, agreements were reached on cooperation in the following areas:
- development of mass sports and support of sports initiatives at the local level in the Kyrgyz Republic;
- participation of Kyrgyz athletes in international tournaments and programs of WSA and BRICS SPORT;
- exchange of experience and techniques in the field of training coaches and referees;
- implementation of joint educational programs for young people aimed at promoting a healthy lifestyle;
- support for inclusive sports projects that ensure accessibility of sports activities for people with disabilities;
- strengthening international sports dialogue through joint events and festivals.
Plans for the near future
In the near future, the parties plan to:
- to organize a series of seminars and trainings for coaches and sports managers of Kyrgyzstan with the involvement of experts from the WSA and BRICS SPORTS;
- to develop a roadmap for the integration of Kyrgyzstan’s sports programs into the WSA and BRICS initiatives;
- to hold joint sports events with the participation of teams from the BRICS countries and other countries;
- to launch pilot projects for the development of mass sports in the regions of the Kyrgyz Republic.
Quotes from participants
Alexander Zakirov (WSA / BRICS SPORT):
«We see great potential in cooperation with Kyrgyzstan. Sport is a universal language that unites people and countries. Joint projects will help strengthen Kyrgyzstan’s sports infrastructure and open up new opportunities for local athletes in the international arena.»
Urmat Sadyrovich Asanbayev (State Agency of Physical Culture and Sports of the Kyrgyz Republic):
«The partnership with the World Sports Alliance and BRICS SPORTS is an important step for the development of sports in our country. We look forward to sharing our experience, attracting international experts and the participation of our athletes in major tournaments. This will give a powerful impetus to the development of physical culture and a healthy lifestyle in Kyrgyzstan.»
About partners
The World Sports Alliance (WSA) is an international organization that uses sport as a tool for sustainable development, youth education and strengthening international dialogue.
BRICS SPORT is a platform for sports cooperation between the BRICS countries, aimed at organizing joint tournaments, sharing experiences and popularizing mass sports.
The State Agency of Physical Culture and Sports under the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic is the state body responsible for the development of sports and physical culture in Kyrgyzstan.
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