Kyrgyzstan has issued licenses to over 17,000 taxi drivers for passenger transportation, according to Nurdin Sambaev, head of the transport licensing and technical supervision department of the Main Directorate for Road Traffic Safety of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. The announcement was made during a broadcast on “Birinchi Radio.” This indicates a significant step towards regulating the taxi industry within the country. The licensing process aims to ensure safety and compliance with transportation standards. Authorities have been actively working to formalize the sector and provide legal frameworks for taxi services. Further details regarding the licensing requirements and future plans for the taxi industry were not immediately available. The initiative reflects a broader effort to improve transportation services and passenger security in Kyrgyzstan.