Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic
The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic is a state executive body that is responsible for developing and implementing state policies, carrying out normative-legal regulations, as well as supervising and controlling activities in the field of civil defense, protection of the population and territories from natural and man-made emergencies, ensuring fire safety, and promoting human safety on waterbodies.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic carries out its activities directly and through its constituent territorial bodies, as well as bodies specifically authorized to solve problems of civil defense and to prevent and respond to emergencies in all regions of the country. The state body is responsible for supervising and providing assistance to fire departments, rescue military units, the state inspectorate for small vessels, emergency rescue units, search and rescue units, paramilitary mountain rescue units, educational, scientific, medical,sanatorium, and other institutions and organizations, as well as representatives of the Ministry in the representative offices of the Kyrgyz Republic to international organizations.
In its activities, the Ministry is guided by the Constitution of the Kyrgyz Republic, the laws of the Kyrgyz Republic, the acts of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, international treaties with Kyrgyzstan, and these Regulations. The Ministry reviews the application of the legislation of the Kyrgyz Republic in its sphere of activity, develops proposals for its improvement, and submits them for consideration to the President of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic carries out its activities in cooperation with other state executive bodies of the Kyrgyz Republic, local self-government bodies,as well as public associations and organizations.
Important dates in the transformation of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of the KyrgyzRepublic:
On December 15, 1990, the Council of Ministers of the USSR adopted a resolution titled “On the creation of a State All-Union system for preventing emergency situations and emergency response.”
In furtherance of this resolution, on July 1, 1991, the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan (then part of theUSSR) adopted a resolution on the establishment of a permanentbody of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republicof Kyrgyzstan on emergency situations.
By the Order of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan No. 271-р dated August 8, 1991, the State Commission for Emergency Situations of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republicof Kyrgyzstan was established.
On January 6, 1992, by Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 4, the State Commission of the Cabinetof Ministers of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan for emergency situations was reorganized into the State Commission for Emergency Situations of the Republic of Kyrgyzstan.
On May 27, 1993, by Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic No. VII-153, the Department of Civil Defensebecame a part of the State Commission of the KyrgyzRepublic, which was later reorganized into the State Commission for Emergency Situations and Civil Defense.
On March 4, 1996, by Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic No. UP-45, the State Commission for Emergency Situations and Civil Defense under the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic was transformed into the Ministry of Emergency Situations and Civil Defense.
On December 28, 2000, by Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 363, the Ministry of Ecology and Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic was established by merging the Ministry of Environmental Protection of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Ministry of Emergency Situations and Civil Defense of the Kyrgyz Republic, the Hydrometeorological Agency (KyrgyzHydromet), and the State Agency for Forestry under the Government of the KyrgyzRepublic.
On October 15, 2005, by Decree of the President of the Kyrgyz Republic No. 462, it was reorganized into theMinistry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic.
The Ministry of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic and UNDP, with financial support from the European Union, have launched the modernization of Kyrgyzstan’s early warning alert and emergency response system. This is more than just delivering equipment — it’s about saving lives, protecting communities, and building the nation’s resilience to natural and climate-induced hazards.
In the face of growing climate volatility and increasingly frequent and destructive disasters, every minute counts. The new equipment, installed at the Crisis Management Center of the Ministry of Emergency Situations, gives the country a crucial edge: timely data collection, processing, and transmission — enabling faster response and reduced losses. Enhanced server systems, multiplex modules, and upgraded communication tools now make the Center a cornerstone of Kyrgyzstan’s national resilience infrastructure.
“Disaster resilience begins with preparedness. Today, we are strengthening our capacity to protect the lives and property of our citizens, especially in the most vulnerable regions. The new technologies at the Crisis Management Center will help us respond faster, coordinate better, and engage more effectively with local communities,” said Boobek Azhikeev, Minister of Emergency Situations of the Kyrgyz Republic.
UNDP and the European Union remain strong and trusted partners of Kyrgyzstan in advancing sustainable development and enhancing national crisis preparedness. This partnership is built on shared responsibility, mutual trust, and a vision for a future where every life matters.
“The European Union is proud to partner with Kyrgyzstan on such a vital initiative. Early warning systems are investments in safety, resilience, and the future. They help save lives and strengthen trust between the government and the people. We support Kyrgyzstan’s commitment to building a more resilient, inclusive, and prepared nation for the challenges of tomorrow,” said Mr. Hans Farnhammer, Head of Cooperation Unit, EU Delegation to the Kyrgyz Republic.
UNDP assists the Kyrgyz Republic in strengthening climate resilience and reducing the vulnerability of the population, based on national priorities reflected in the National Development Programme 2030, and other regional and sectoral frameworks aimed at enhancing climate resilience and reducing the vulnerability of communities.
“UNDP remains a reliable partner of Kyrgyzstan in the areas of sustainable development, adaptation to climate change and building a safer future. We are grateful for long lasting partnership that ensures sustainability in the face of growing climate challenges,” emphasized Alexandra Solovieva, UNDP Resident Representative in the Kyrgyz Republic.
The initiative is implemented under the EU-funded regional project “Climate Change and Resilience in Central Asia.” Its impact is already being felt on the ground:
- In the most climate-vulnerable parts of the Fergana Valley, four automated meteorological stations and water radars have been installed, protecting more than 150,000 people;
- In Osh city, a comprehensive emergency alert system has been launched, with 29 sirens and 87 loudspeakers enabling rapid communication of warnings to strategic social infrastructure;
- Work is ongoing to expand early warning and monitoring systems to hard-to-reach and mountainous regions where climate risks are most severe.
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