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4.40. The electricity system is relatively small and heavily dependent on a few hydropower generation facilities. (...) The system is very vulnerable, affected both by the water level in the Toktogul Reservoir and by breakdowns or disruptions in key plants. The possibility of exporting electricity depends upon several factors, including the flow of the Naryn river and the volume of the water in the Toktogul Reservoir. During the high-water period, the Kyrgyz power system produces electricity in enough volume to cover internal needs and to export electricity to neighbouring power systems.

Box 4.1 Main direction of industrial policy
Promote energy efficiency, environmental protection, conservation of biodiversity, and management of industrial effluents and wastes.

4.76.(...) The other main laws about insurance adopted during the review period include (...) Compulsory Insurance of Residential Premises against Fire and Natural Disasters. [81] (...).

[81] Despite the title of the Law, the authorities confirm insurance of residential premises against fire and natural disasters is voluntary, not mandatory.

4.77. (...) the State Insurance Organization OJSC was established in 2015 pursuant to a Government Resolution with the purpose of creating economic conditions for compensation of losses associated with damage or destruction of residential premises as a result of fire and natural disasters. (...). The State Insurance Organization makes pay-outs in the event of an insured event, which is an event under an insurance contract concluded in accordance with the Law on Compulsory Insurance of Residential Premises against Fire and Natural Disasters and the Rules for Compulsory Insurance of Residential Premises against Fire and Natural Disasters, of 31 January 2020 (...).

4.89. The Kyrgyz Republic's recent policies recognize the importance of information and communication technology (ICT) to the country's development prospects. The National Strategy for Sustainable Development 2013-2017 sets out ICT targets with respect to e-government, the transition to digital broadcasting, and universal Internet access. (...)

4.137. (...) The general infrastructure used for tourism, such as roads and roadside facilities, also needs to be improved. Evidence of ineffective nature conservation is widespread in some areas. (...)

4.139.(...) At the national level, a government programme has been established for the development of the tourism sector during 2019-23. Sustainable tourism is also identified as a priority area of development in the National Development Strategy for 2018-2040. Moreover, the 2018 Concept of a green economy emphasizes the promotion of sustainable forms of tourism as a way to protect biological diversity.

Table A3. 2 Import prohibitions and restrictions on the EAEU Single List, 2020
1. Prohibitions
Description: 1.1 Ozone depleting substances;
UCT code: (...)
Measure and scope: Import prohibition (except for goods in transit)
(...)
2. Restrictions (Non-automatic licensing)
Description: 2.1 Ozone depleting substances and products containing such substances
UCT code: (...)
Measure and scope: Import licensing (except for goods in transit)[a]

[a] It is forbidden to import this product by individuals as products for personal use.

Table A3. 2 Import prohibitions and restrictions on the EAEU Single List, 2020
1. Prohibitions
Description: 1.2 Hazardous waste
UCT code: (...)
Measure and scope: Import prohibition (including goods in transit)
(...)
2. Restrictions (Non-automatic licensing)
Description: 2.3 Hazardous waste
UCT code: (...)
Measure and scope: Import licensing [a]

[a] It is forbidden to import this product by individuals as products for personal use.

Table A3. 2 Import prohibitions and restrictions on the EAEU Single List, 2020
1. Prohibitions
Description: 1.4 Plant protection chemicals prohibited to be imported to the customs territory of the EAEU subject to Annexes A and B to the Stockholm Convention on persistent polluting substances signed in Stockholm on 22 May 2001
UCT code: (...)
Measure and scope: Import prohibition (except for goods in transit)
(...)
2. Restrictions (Non-automatic licensing)
Description: 2.15 Plant protection products and other persistent organic pollutants to be used in laboratory-scale research, as well as the reference standard
UCT code: (...)
Measure and scope: Import licensing [a]

[a] It is forbidden to import this product by individuals as products for personal use.