European business magazine interested in Turkmenistan
On February 20 in Ashgabat, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Byashimova met with Leandro Slowinski, the editorial director of The
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FAO presents program for digitalization of agriculture in Uzbekistan
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) introduced the National Programme of Action for the Digitalization of Agriculture as a
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Strengthening of UN-Central Asia cooperation discussed at Kazakhstan Foreign Ministry
Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu on February 20 received the newly appointed Special Representative of the UN
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EDB reports economic growth in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan in 2023
The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has released the latest Macroeconomic Review for its six member states — Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, and
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OSCE helps improve digital skills of women entrepreneurs in Central Asia
On February 19, the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental Activities (OCEEA) launched the Central Asian Women’s Entrepreneurship Programme titled
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Turkmenistan and UNDP strengthen partnership for sustainable development
The Government of Turkmenistan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on February 18 signed several strategic agreements aimed at strengthening a long-term
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EBRD and Shinhan Bank help upgrade conference hub in Almaty
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Shinhan Bank Kazakhstan (SBK) are helping to increase the capacity and attractiveness of Kazakhstan’s major conference hub,
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Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan destined for cooperation
Being close neighbors with centuries-long ties and common roots, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan continue to deepen their relationship, setting a good example for regional
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IFC invests in Tajikistan’s first green bond
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has announced a subscription of up to $10 million in a
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On the language issue in Uzbekistan
The recent summoning of the Uzbek ambassador to Russia over remarks made by the rector of the University of Journalism in Tashkent highlights
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US government provides English textbooks for schools in Tajikistan
U.S. Ambassador to Tajikistan Manuel Micaller and the Aga Khan Development Network Resident Representative Qozidavlat Qoimdodov on February 15 joined Tajik Minister of
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World Bank announces next phase of support for Afghanistan people
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors on February 15 endorsed an adjusted approach to support the people of Afghanistan. “Approach 3.0” will
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EBRD acquires minority stake in Air Astana
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) on February 14 said it has invested $41.99 million into shares of Kazakhstan’s flagship carrier, Air Astana,
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Russia summons Uzbek ambassador over university rector’s comments
Russia’s Foreign Ministry said on February 14 that it summoned the Uzbek ambassador to Russia, Botirjon Asadov, over a recent statement by Sherzod
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Kazakhstan seeks to become key transit hub along Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and subsequent economic sanctions imposed by the west have underlined the urgency of finding alternative trade routes between Europe
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Kazakhstan president visits Qatar
During his official visit to Qatar on February 14, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad
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UN, EU diplomats discuss Afghanistan with Central Asian officials
The UN secretary-general’s envoy for Afghanistan met on February 14 in Bishkek with EU and Central Asian officials to discuss joint efforts to
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Kazakhstan to continue democratic reforms in the field of human rights
On February 13, comprehensive presentation on democratic reforms was delivered to the diplomatic community accredited in Kazakhstan, on the eve of the regular
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USAID marks achievements in tuberculosis prevention and treatment in Tajikistan
The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and in collaboration with the Tajikistan Ministry of Health, the National TB
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Kazakhstan: Authorities block website dedicated to LGBT relations
Kazakhstan’s Culture and Information Ministry said it has blocked the Selftanu.kz website, which focuses on LGBT relations, RFE/RL’s Kazakh Service reported. The ministry
