Kazakhstan plans to increase oilseed product exports to $1 billion by 2028
Kazakhstan has prepared an Export Roadmap for Processed Oilseed Products for 2026–2028. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the Roadmap includes steps to
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U.S.–Tajik partnership on critical minerals highlighted
U.S. Chargé d’affaires, a.i. Carson Relitz Rocker emphasized the strategic importance of critical minerals and rare earths in the global economy at the
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Uzbekistan: Partnership for sustainable, green, and inclusive development in Aral Sea region
The project board meeting of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) project “Enhancing the resilience of the local population and promoting green, inclusive development
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Uzbekistan president on strengthening peace and trust for sustainable development
On December 12, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev participated in an International Forum in Ashgabat dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the proclamation
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Kazakhstan and Iran hold business forum in Astana
On December 11, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian participated in the Kazakh-Iranian Business Forum in Astana. Tokayev reported that
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Renowned Kyrgyz komuz player Mariiam Tobokelova featured in OCA People cover story
The cover story of the latest issue of OCA Magazine’s special edition, OCA People, features Mariiam Tobokelova, an outstanding Kyrgyz musician and komuz player, and
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Kazakhstan establishes export hub in Malaysia
Kazakhstan is launching an export hub in Southeast Asia. The national export development institute QazTrade and the Malaysian company Kaztera have signed a
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Uzbekistan: World Bank–funded program to expand access to education for 600,000 young people
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors has approved a $250 million loan for Uzbekistan to support a program aimed at expanding equitable access
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World Bank: Afghanistan economy expands amid persistent challenges
Afghanistan’s economy is expanding for the second consecutive year, supported by low inflation and stronger revenues. However, rapid population growth, a widening trade
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US marks 16th annual food delivery for Uzbekistan’s health institutions
On December 10, the United States celebrated the handover of its 16th shipment of food assistance to Uzbekistan, continuing long-standing cooperation in health
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EU grants 7 million euros to support agricultural reforms in Uzbekistan
The European Union has disbursed a EUR 7 million grant to the Government of Uzbekistan in support of the continued implementation of the
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EU and Tajikistan mark completion of water-safety infrastructure in Istiklol
The European Union and Tajikistan on December 10 marked the successful completion of two newly constructed pipelines in the city of Istiklol (formerly Taboshar),
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EBRD lends $70 million to Hamkorbank in Uzbekistan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) says it is extending a loan of up to US$ 70 million (€60 million) to
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Satbayev University and University of Lorraine to train personnel for Kazakhstan’s largest wind power project
Kazakhstan’s Satbayev University, a technical university located in Almaty, has signed an agreement with the French energy company Total and the University of
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Kurash: Britain top the rostrum in Paris
Great Britain’s Kurash wrestlers produced some fine performances at the Paris International Tournament, achieving a gold and a bronze medal. This prestigious event,
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EBRD supports MSME and green lending in Uzbekistan
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) says it is extending a financing facility of up to US$ 50 million (€43 million)
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Water deficit of up to 1 billion cubic meters forecast for south Kazakhstan
At a Government session on December 9 chaired by Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Olzhas Bektenov, the current water management situation was reviewed. Deputy
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Uzbekistan plans new support measures for agricultural sector
On December 9, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev reviewed plans on financing for cotton and grain cultivation, as well as a new subsidy system for
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Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan launch exploration project in Ustyurt
SOCAR (State Oil Company of the Azerbaijan Republic) and Uzbekneftegaz, Uzbekistan’s oil and gas company have launched a joint exploration project in the
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UNICEF report: Central Asia has unique opportunity to harness ‘demographic dividend’
Governments of five Central Asian countries could raise GDP per capita by 6 to 14 percent above projected levels by 2050 by increasing
