Kyrgyzstan and Georgia are looking to expand cooperation in transport, logistics and tourism following talks between their leaders in Bishkek.

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov met with Georgian Parliament Speaker Shalva Papuashvili, who arrived in the Kyrgyz capital on an official visit, 24.kg reports.

The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations, expanding transport and logistics cooperation, and developing tourism ties.

Japarov stressed that cooperation with South Caucasus countries, including Georgia, holds an important place in Kyrgyzstan's foreign policy. He also noted that Papuashvili's visit reflected the growing political dialogue between the two countries.

The Kyrgyz president proposed intensifying parliamentary contacts, particularly cooperation between relevant parliamentary committees and friendship groups.

Papuashvili thanked Japarov for the reception and highlighted the considerable potential of the Kyrgyzstan-Georgia relations.

He said cooperation should be expanded not only through bilateral engagement but also within international parliamentary platforms.