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EU and Uzbekistan discuss investment to strengthen Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor

Government representatives, the European Union, international financial institutions, development partners and private-sector representatives met in Tashkent on 30 September for the Second National Conference on the Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor (TCTC) in Uzbekistan. The conference examined how investment and reforms can strengthen Uzbekistan’s role in sustainable connectivity between Central Asia and Europe, the Delegation of the

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International Affairs TJK

U.S. provides unmanned aerial systems to Tajikistan’s National Guard

The U.S. Embassy in Dushanbe has provided six Unmanned Aerial Systems to the National Guard of Tajikistan to help the country secure its borders.  The Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), valued at $2.3 million, will enable the National Guard to engage in persistent monitoring in support of counterterrorism operations, the embassy said. U.S. Chargé d’Affaires, a.i.

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International Affairs KG KZ TKM UZB

Trans-Caspian Enterprise Fund launched for South Caucasus and Central Asia

The United States Government has established the Trans-Caspian Enterprise Fund (TCEF), a non-profit investment fund committed to private sector development across the South Caucasus and Central Asian region. Capitalized with $201 million from the U.S. Government to mobilize private investment along the Trans-Caspian Trade Route, the Fund will invest in businesses and infrastructure that can

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International Affairs UZB

International tourism association Umrah Plus established in Uzbekistan

A new international tourism association, Umrah Plus, has been established in Uzbekistan. The main objective of the new international organization is to combine Umrah pilgrimage with Uzbekistan’s rich historical, cultural and religious heritage, increase the number of foreign pilgrims visiting the country, and promote Uzbekistan’s potential in pilgrimage tourism on international markets. Representatives of the

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan and Denmark move toward project-based cooperation

The Kazakhstan-Denmark Business Forum was held on October 1 in Konaev with the support of NC KAZAKH INVEST JSC and the Akimat of Almaty Region as part of the official visit of Lars Løkke Rasmussen, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Denmark, to Kazakhstan. More than 100 representatives of government agencies, development

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Business & Economy KZ

EDB participates in Bank of America-arranged $670 million financing for Almaty International Airport

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) says it acts as a senior co-lender in the financing of Almaty International Airport as part of a syndicate arranged by Bank of America. The total financing will amount to $670 million, with the EDB contributing $100 million. Almaty International Airport is the largest aviation hub in Central Asia and

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International Affairs KZ UZB

Kazakhstan’s railway company to launch women-only cars on Almaty–Tashkent route

Kazakhstan’s national railway operator, Kazakhstan Temir Zholy, has announced the launch of the Women’s Carriage service on an international train route for the first time. Starting October 1, 2026, the service will be available in the daily train operating on the Almaty–Tashkent route. “The international Almaty–Tashkent route is vital for developing passenger travel between Kazakhstan

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Business & Economy KG KZ TJK TKM UZB

EBRD: Central Asia growth to remain robust

Growth across Central Asia and Mongolia remained strong, at 5.9 per cent year on year, in the first half of 2026, according to the latest Regional Economic Prospects report published by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). The Bank forecasts growth in Central Asia and Mongolia to remain robust at 5.8 per cent in 2026

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International Affairs TJK

ADB approves $43 million grant package for Tajikistan’s health security

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $43.27 million grant financing package to help Tajikistan build a more integrated health system that can better prevent, detect, and respond to disease outbreaks, natural hazard-related health risks, and cross-border health threats. The project will also support primary health care reforms and introduce integrated health and social protection services

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International Affairs KZ

Kazakhstan and UK discuss expansion of trade and investment

Minister of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan Arman Shakkaliyev on 22 September held a meeting with the UK Government’s Trade Envoy to Azerbaijan and Central Asia, Lord John Alderdice. The parties discussed bilateral trade, expansion of Kazakh exports, development of industrial cooperation, investment, and scientific-educational collaboration, according to the Ministry of Trade and Integration. By

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International Affairs UZB

Uzbekistan leads European destinations in growth of international tourist arrivals

According to the latest analytical data from UN Tourism, published in the World Tourism Barometer, Uzbekistan recorded the highest growth in international tourist arrivals among European destinations in January–June 2026, according to the country’s Tourism Committee. The number of international tourist arrivals to Uzbekistan increased by 25% compared with 2025, demonstrating the country’s continued strengthening

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Business & Economy KZ

Central Asia+Italy Business Platform officially launched in Astana

The Central Asia+Italy Business Platform Forum took place in Astana on September 18, where B5+ITALY was officially launched. The platform has already outlined specific areas for further cooperation: increasing non-commodity exports from Kazakhstan to Italy, launching joint production facilities, developing regional trade and logistics hubs, and expanding direct transport links, according to the Kazakh Ministry

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International Affairs KZ

Pandemic Fund-supported modern virology laboratory opens in Kazakhstan

A new virology laboratory of the National Center of Expertise under the Ministry of Health of Kazakhstan was officially inaugurated on September 10 in the city of Turkistan. The lab was established by the Government of Kazakhstan as part of the country’s Pandemic Fund project, with the support of the World Health Organization (WHO) and

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Business & Economy KZ

The share of shadow economy in Kazakhstan has decreased to 15.69%

According to the State Revenue Committee of the Ministry of Finance of Kazakhstan, over the past five years, 24 regulatory legal acts have been adopted and 20 information systems have been modernized to combat the shadow economy. As a result, the share of the non-observed economy in GDP decreased from 17.58% in 2023 to 15.69%

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Eurasia World

When a Magazine Becomes a Bridge for Diplomacy

Diplomacy has long extended beyond embassy walls and formal negotiations. It also lives through personal encounters, the exchange of books and conversations that help countries understand one another more deeply. In London, our publisher and founder of Silk Road Media, Marat Akhmedjanov, met Dr Mohammad Faisal, an experienced Pakistani diplomat who served as High Commissioner

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Art & Culture World

Second Screening of Kurmanjan Datka: Queen of the Mountains Held in Buenos Aires

Buenos Aires, 15 September 2026. The second screening of the historical drama Kurmanjan Datka: Queen of the Mountains took place at the welcoming atmosphere of Chaijana Restaurant, bringing together an audience interested in history, culture and the remarkable diversity of Central Asia. The event was organised by the Eurasian Creative Guild (ECG), represented in Latin

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Geo Politics KG KZ TJK TKM UZB

First Central Asia–Republic of Korea summit sets far-reaching goals

On September 16, the first Central Asia–Republic of Korea Summit took place in Seoul. The event, chaired by President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung, was attended by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, and President of

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Geo Politics KZ

Tokayev invites Korean companies to expand manufacturing in Kazakhstan

On September 15 in Seoul, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks with President of the Republic of Korea Lee Jae Myung. Tokayev noted the progressive dynamics of the development of bilateral cooperation. “Last year, we had our first telephone conversation, during which we agreed to continue developing our strategic partnership based on mutual trust

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Geo Politics UZB

Uzbekistan and South Korea elevate strategic partnership to new level

On September 14 in Seoul, Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev held talks with President Lee Jae Myung of the Republic of Korea. The leaders discussed the further development and deepening of the Uzbek-Korean strategic partnership. Mirziyoyev emphasized that over the years, the Republic of Korea has become a reliable friend and one of Uzbekistan’s most important

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International Affairs UZB

Uzbekistan receives 9.1 million foreign tourists in eight months

In January–August 2026, 9.1 million foreign tourists visited Uzbekistan, representing a 21.1 percent increase compared with the same period last year, according to the country’s Tourism Committee. While 7.7 million tourists visited the country during the first seven months of the year, 1.4 million tourists arrived in Uzbekistan in August alone. The most significant increases in tourist arrivals

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