Central Asia

June 30, 2026

Gregory Piskov Margarita Baskakova

Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan Lead Talks on Middle Corridor and Energy Security at CPC London Conference

Government officials, diplomats, business leaders and international financial institutions highlighted the Middle Corridor, sustainable infrastructure and regional cooperation as key drivers of Central Asia's long-term growth

June 30, 2026

Margarita Baskakova

Central Asia Eyes $5Bn AI Export Market as Digital Ambitions Accelerate

Governments across the region are investing in AI, cloud computing and digital infrastructure to position Central Asia as a competitive global technology hub by 2030

June 25, 2026

Svyatoslav Polyakov

How Uzbekistan and Other Central Asian Countries Are Viewed Around the World

New international survey data show that Uzbekistan and other Central Asian nations enjoy broadly positive reputations abroad, with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan leading the region

June 25, 2026

Anton Ustinov

Digital Growth vs Infrastructure Reality: Central Asia’s Fintech Sector Reaches a Turning Point

June 4, 2026

Nigora Umarova

U.S. Administration Backs Repeal of Jackson-Vanik Amendment for Central Asia

Rubio also announced his intention to hold a C5+1 meeting

May 30, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Ukraine Aligns with EU Sanctions to Target Central Asian Entities

The inclusion of Central Asian firms follows the European Union's 20th sanctions package

May 22, 2026

Margarita Baskakova

Tencent Expands Central Asia Payment Network Through Kyrgyzstan Partnership

The agreement will allow Weixin Pay users to make payments through Eldik Bank’s merchant network, supporting tourism and regional trade

April 28, 2026

Tim James

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev Ratifies Green Energy Deal with Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan

Trilateral agreement targets renewable power, hydrogen projects, and energy exports to Europe

April 7, 2026

Svyatoslav Polyakov

Uzbekistan Ranks Among Lowest in Central Asia for Internet Freedom

Globally, Belgium, Finland, Denmark and New Zealand topped the rankings

February 27, 2026

Nigora Umarova

UK and Central Asian Foreign Ministers Attend Market Open Ceremony at London Stock Exchange

The event was led by Dame Julia Hoggett, CEO of the London Stock Exchange

February 23, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Central Asia Population May Reach 96 Mln by 2040

However, such numbers will also place enormous strain on infrastructure

February 14, 2026

Tim James

Uzbekistan-2030 Strategy Outlines Long-Term Reform and Growth Vision

Long-term roadmap targets rapid GDP growth, green transition and social development as Uzbekistan accelerates structural reforms

January 28, 2026

Nigora Umarova Temur Djanzakov

Jibek Joly Tourist Train to Link Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan

The cultural and educational journey will follow key cities of the ancient Silk Road

January 23, 2026

Nigora Umarova Temur Djanzakov

World Bank Approves $1 Bn Plan to Integrate Central Asia’s Power Markets

By 2035, the plan seeks to raise annual electricity trade to at least 15,000 GWh

January 18, 2026

Sabina Aliyeva

Central Asia to Receive $53 bn for Transport Infrastructure Projects

January 17, 2026

Nigora Umarova Svyatoslav Polyakov

WEF Survey Sees Uzbekistan Growth Continuing in 2026

Experts classified Uzbekistan as one of the countries with “sustained growth”

January 8, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Kyrgyz President Credits Uzbekistan for Mediating Border Conflict

Border clashes between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan erupted in 2021 and 2022

January 7, 2026

Nigora Umarova

Afghanistan Maintains Trade in 2025 Via Iran and Central Asia

Key exports included dried fruits, coal, carpets

December 29, 2025

Nigora Umarova

Kyrgyz Tulpar Card to Be Integrated into Tashkent Transport

Uzbek transport payment cards are expected to become usable in Kyrgyzstan

December 20, 2025

Nigora Umarova Svyatoslav Polyakov

Uzbekistan Calls for Central Asia–Japan 2040 Strategy

Mirziyoyev proposed establishing an investment fund

December 18, 2025

Nigora Umarova

Uzbekistan’s Economy Expected to Grow 7.4% in 2025, EDB Says

The region’s investment appeal is strengthening

November 7, 2025

Nigora Umarova

Mirziyoyev Sets Out New Regional Cooperation Initiatives at C5+1 Summit

He suggested setting up a special committee focused on critical minerals

November 6, 2025

Nigora Umarova

Jim Risch Introduces Bill to Lift Jackson–Vanik Restrictions for C5+1 Partners

He underlined that the region sits in what he called a “difficult neighbourhood”

September 14, 2025

Sabina Aliyeva

Hong Kong Expands Aviation Links with Central Asia