Small nation, big ambition: Kyrgyzstan’s higher education prospects in a global digital era
Kyrgyzstan, a mountainous republic at the heart of Central Asia, is emerging as one of the region’s most dynamic higher education markets. With
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Construction of Center for Future Technologies launched in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on July 22 took part in the groundbreaking ceremony for the Center for Future Technologies, which will be built
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Kazakhstan and Morocco hold first Business Council meeting
On July 23, the headquarters of the General Confederation of Moroccan Enterprises (CGEM) hosted the first-ever meeting of the Kazakhstan–Morocco Business Council in
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Iran and Uzbekistan are Afghanistan’s main trading partners
In recent years, Iran and Uzbekistan have emerged as two of Afghanistan’s main trading partners amid disruptions in Afghanistan’s trade relations with Pakistan,
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EBRD provides $15 million financing to Bank Eskhata in Tajikistan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) says it is supporting the development of businesses owned or led by young people or
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FAO and Kazakhstan’s Agriculture Ministry launch three strategic projects
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), together with the Ministry of Agriculture of Kazakhstan, on July 22 held an
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Uzbekistan begins construction of new Tashkent–Samarkand highway
On July 22, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev officially launched construction of the new Tashkent–Samarkand highway. The president emphasized the project’s importance for strengthening the
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Uzbekistan and China cooperate in combating desertification and restoring ecosystems
The Research Center for Ecology and the Environment of Central Asia hosted a presentation and exhibition entitled “Advanced Practices in Establishing an Ecological
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Tajikistan president pays state visit to Mongolia
On July 20-21, as part of the state visit of Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon to Mongolia, the first meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission
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Kazakhstan to launch production of unmanned tractors and three new car brands by 2028
At a Government meeting on July 21, Minister of Industry and Construction Yersaiyn Nagaspayev reported on the current state and prospects for the
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IFC helps expand financing for Uzbekistan’s small businesses
IFC, a member of the World Bank Group, says it is providing the first ever investment under the Catalytic First Loss Guarantee (CFLG) Program to
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Water management and conservation in Central Asia to improve with World Bank support
The World Bank Group’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a project to support transboundary water cooperation across Central Asia. It will help
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Travel interest in Uzbekistan grows 54%, Expedia Group data shows
Global interest in travel to Uzbekistan continues to grow. According to data from the international travel company Expedia Group, the number of travel-related
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Uzbekistan continues improving drinking water supply to population
On July 20, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed measures to further improve drinking water supply and sewerage services. In recent years, the volume of
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EDB to support expansion of largest warehouse hub in Almaty region
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and Mercury Properties (the management company of MP Solutions LLP) have signed a Memorandum of Cooperation to implement
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Green Climate Fund approves $30 million for climate resilience in Tajikistan
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) Board has approved a USD 30 million climate adaptation project that will directly benefit 73,500 people and help
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Shanghai architecture: Kazakhstan proposes a new industrial system to China
During his visit to Shanghai from July 15–17, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, participated in the World
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Burabay International Short Film Festival shortlists potential winners
The organizers have announced filmmakers whose works have been selected for the Burabay International Short Film Festival (BISFF) 2026. BISFF was founded by
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Uzbek arts reach international stage
On July 17, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed projects aimed at developing Uzbek culture and arts, and promoting them on the international stage. In
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Turkmenistan president visits Georgia
As part of his state visit to Georgia, the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held talks with Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze in