Kyrgyzstan - Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) : Communication and Advocacy Strategy 2024-2025

Overview & Synopsis

This communication and advocacy strategy outlines efforts to strengthen implementation of the Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (EITI) in the Kyrgyz Republic's mining sector, which plays a significant role in the national economy. Despite reforms and increased state participation in the sector, challenges remain, including limited transparency in licensing processes, inadequate disclosure of beneficial ownership, weak public trust, environmental and social governance concerns, and insufficient stakeholder engagement. The strategy highlights the importance of EITI as a mechanism for improving transparency, accountability, and natural resource governance. It proposes targeted communication and outreach activities to increase public awareness, enhance information sharing among government institutions, mining companies, civil society, and the media, and promote greater understanding of EITI objectives and achievements. Through improved communication and stakeholder engagement, the strategy seeks to strengthen confidence in the extractive sector and support more transparent and responsible management of mineral resources in Kyrgyzstan.