Generalizes on the best strategy to enter the market, e.g., visiting the country; importance of relationships to finding a good partner; use of agents.
The most proven strategy for market entry remains the establishment of a joint-stock venture with a local partner who knows the system. Many U.S. firms also avail themselves of the services of local distributors and franchisees. That notwithstanding, U.S. companies have had success opening regional offices without local investment.
For most large-scale investments, a visit to the country and meetings with appropriate public officials are generally necessary but initial meetings usually can be completed in a virtual format. Reliable partners can be found, and there are several highly qualified consulting services meeting western standards available to U.S. businesses in the country, including the following:
American Chamber of Commerce
Mr. Aktilek Tungatarov , Executive Director
Hyatt Regency Bishkek, Room no. 123
191 Sovietskaya Street
Bishkek 720011, Kyrgyz Republic
Phone: +996 (312) 68 09 07
Fax: +996 (312) 68 11 72
E-mail: director@amcham.kg
Web: www.amcham.kg
U.S. Embassy Bishkek
Munara Niiazova, Commercial Assistant
171 Prospect Mira
Bishkek 720016, Kyrgyz Republic
Phone: +996 (312) 59 70 00, ext. 7607
Fax: +996 (312) 59 77 44
Email: NiiazovaME@state.gov
Kalikova & Associates
Aicholpon Alieva, Managing Partner
1A Igemberdieva Street
Bishkek 720020, Kyrgyz Republic
Phone: +996 312 6660
Email: lawyer@k-a.kg
http://www.k-a.kg/
GRATA International Law Firm
Kanat Seidaliev , Partner
33/1 Razzakova Str., Office 2,
Bishkek, 720040, Kyrgyz Republic
Phone: +996 312 31 4050
Email: bishkek@gratanet.com
https://gratanet.com/regions/kyrgyzstan