The European Union (EU) and Central Asian nations—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—convened in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, for the 12th High-Level Political and Security Dialogue, reinforcing their growing strategic partnership, according to the EU Delegation to Tajikistan. The meeting, held on 11 July, followed the 20th EU-Central Asia Ministerial Meeting in Ashgabat on 27 March 2025 […]
UNRCCA Co-Organizes High-Level Briefing on Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia
On 8 July 2025, UNRCCA and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) organized the High-level Briefing on Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. The aim of the High-level Briefing was to inform Member States about the scope, progress and strategic relevance of the Early Warning […]
Central Asian Ambassadors Discuss Cooperation Priorities with the European Commission in Brussels
A meeting was held in Brussels between Mr. Peteris Ustubs, Regional Director of the Directorate-General for International Partnerships (DG INTPA) of the European Commission, and ambassadors of Central Asian countries accredited to the European Union. The meeting focused on reviewing the outcomes of the first “Central Asia – EU” Summit and preparing for upcoming events, […]
Najy Benhassine, World Bank’s New Division Director for Central Asia, Starts His Assignment in the Region
Najy Benhassine has started his assignment as the new World Bank Division Director for Central Asia, based in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. In this capacity, Mr. Benhassine will oversee the World Bank’s operations across Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Ms. Tatiana Proskuryakova, who served as the World Bank’s Regional Director for […]
Delegation of Turkmenistan Participates in Third Meeting of Range States of Central Asian Mammals Initiative (CAMI) of Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS)
Shirin Karryeva, Technical Advisor to the Conservation X Labs project The Third Meeting of Range States to the CMS Central Asian Mammals Initiative (CAMI) took place in Tashkent (Uzbekistan) from 24 to 26 June 2025. The Central Asian Mammal Initiative was established in 2014 at the 11th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to […]
Chinese giant Yutong celebrates an important milestone: 10,000 buses for Central Asia
On Thursday, 26 June, in the Chinese city of Zhengzhou, the 10,000th Yutong bus, intended for export to Central Asian countries, rolled off the assembly line, according to Xinhua. The Yutong Company, whose headquarters are located in Zhengzhou, the administrative center of Henan Province in Central China, is one of the country’s main suppliers of […]
Astana Declaration of the Second Central Asia-China Summit
The second China-Central Asia Summit was held in Astana, capital of Kazakhstan, on June 17, 2025. The full text of the Astana Declaration of the Second Central Asia-China Summit is given below. Astana Declaration of the Second Central Asia-China Summit On June 17, 2025, the second Central Asia-China summit was held in Astana with the […]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the Central Asia–China Summit
Dear Mr. President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, distinguished Heads of State of the People’s Republic of China and Central Asia, distinguished members of the delegations! First of all, let me, on behalf of the delegation of Turkmenistan, thank the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev, for the warm welcome and […]
Report – Second China-Central Asia Summit
The Second China-Central Asia Summit, convened on June 17, 2025, in Astana, Kazakhstan, marked a pivotal moment in regional diplomacy. Bringing together leaders from China and the five Central Asian nations—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—the summit built on the foundation laid during the inaugural meeting in Xi’an, China, in May 2023. Hosted at the […]
Special Representative of UN Secretary General Convenes Briefing on UNRCCA Activities Implemented during the International Year of Peace and Trust
On 11 June 2025, SRSG Kaha Imnadze convened a briefing on the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA) initiatives and activities implemented during the International Year of Peace and Trust. The briefing was attended by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Myahri Bashimova and the Ambassadors and representatives of the Central Asian states and the Permanent Members […]
Foreign Ministers of Central Asian countries met with the Prime Minister of India
On 6 June 2025, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov participated in a meeting of the ministers of foreign affairs of Central Asian countries with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. During the meeting, Prime Minister Modi emphasized that relations with the Central Asian countries have always been a key priority for India. Building upon the strong […]
The 4th meeting of the “Central Asia – India” Dialogue took place in New Delhi – Joint statement adopted
On 6 June 2025, the 4th meeting of the “Central Asia – India” Dialogue was held in New Delhi, with the participation of the foreign ministers of India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. During the meeting, the foreign ministers discussed promising areas of multilateral cooperation and issues aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of economic […]
Central Asia-India Business Council Held in New Delhi
On 5 June 2025, Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov participated in the Central Asia-India Business Council held in New Delhi. During the event, participants exchanged views on key partnership issues in transport and logistics connectivity, the digital economy, and investment opportunities for joint projects and programs in these areas between Central Asian countries and […]
Turkmen NGOs Participated in a Regional Project Management Training Camp in Samarkand
Representatives of non-governmental organizations from Turkmenistan took part in a regional training camp on the project management cycle, held in Samarkand (Uzbekistan) from May 26 to 30 as part of the European Union’s BOMCA 10 program. This was reported by the event organizers. The camp aimed to enhance the professional competence of civil society representatives […]
Central Asian countries unite for sustainable water and land management
Central Asia, home to ecologically important river and wetland systems, extensive grasslands, and high mountain ranges that support unique biodiversity, faces escalating pressures. The region is particularly vulnerable due to its arid nature, increasing demands for natural resources, unsustainable development, and changing climate patterns, which contribute to an estimated USD 6 billion in annual economic […]
India Hosts 4th India-Central Asia Dialogue to Strengthen Regional Ties
India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, will host the Foreign Ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan for the 4th meeting of the India-Central Asia Dialogue on June 6, 2025, in New Delhi. This follows the 3rd meeting, also held in New Delhi in December 2021, marking a continued commitment to deepening […]
IUCN Office Opens in Tashkent for Central Asia: A New Hub for Sustainable Development and Nature Conservation
In Tashkent, a ceremony marked the opening of the first International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Office for Central Asia. The office is housed within the Central Asian University for Environmental and Climate Change Studies (Green University). The high-level event was attended by representatives of Central Asian governments, international organizations, the scientific community, and […]
The 2nd meeting of the Ministers of Economy and Trade of the Central Asia-China format was held in Astana
On May 30, 2025, the 2nd meeting of the Ministers of Economy and Trade of the Central Asia-China format was held on the sidelines of the Astana 2025 International Forum (AIF 2025), the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan reports. The meeting served as a key preparatory step for the upcoming […]
Promoting women’s leadership in peace and security in focus of OSCE regional workshop in Ashgabat
To strengthen the role of women in peacebuilding and security across Central Asia, the OSCE Gender Issues Programme organized a two-day regional workshop on 27 and 28 May in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The event focused on advancing the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda and supporting the implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution (UNSCR) 1325 […]
The Head of the UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze participates at the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation In Dushanbe
On 31 May, SRSG for Central Asia, Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze, intervened at the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation in Dushanbe. In his statement he called on strengthening partnerships and deepening regional cooperation with the view to arrive at mutually beneficial solutions on addressing the outstanding issues of regional and global agendas. SRSG […]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the First Central Asia–Italy Summit
Dear Madam Prime Minister of the Italian Republic Giorgia Meloni, Dear Heads of State of Central Asia, members of the delegations! Ladies and gentlemen, First of all, I would like to express my deep gratitude to the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich Tokayev, for the invitation to this Forum, the hospitality […]
Joint Declaration by the Heads of State of Central Asia and the President of the Council of Ministers of the Italian Republic following the First “Central Asia – Italy” Summit
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First Central Asia–Italy Summit Held in Astana
On May 30, the first Central Asia–Italy Summit took place in Astana. The Summit, chaired by the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, was attended by the Prime Minister of the Italian Republic Giorgia Meloni, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Sadyr Japarov, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov, […]
A Dialogue of Women Leaders of Central Asia took place in Tajikistan
On May 29, 2025, representatives of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan participated in the Dialogue of Women of Central Asia, held in Dushanbe, Republic of Tajikistan, the Mejlis of Turkmenistan reports. The purpose of the conference was to create a unique dialogue space in the region for the exchange of experience in realizing women’s potential, as […]
The President of Turkmenistan to Participate in the Central Asia–Italy Summit
During a Cabinet meeting on Thursday, 29 May, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs R. Meredov reported on preparations for the upcoming working visit of the President of Turkmenistan to Astana, Kazakhstan, where he will take part in the first Central Asia–Italy Summit. It was emphasized that a key priority of Turkmenistan’s foreign […]
Journalist accredited from the Turkmen MFA, Derya Soysal particupated in the Astana International Forum
Photo by Derya Soysal ASTANA, May 29 – Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev opened the Second Astana International Forum on Wednesday with a strong call for renewed global cooperation, nuclear non-proliferation, and institutional reform in the face of growing geopolitical instability and technological disruption. Addressing an audience of international leaders, diplomats, and experts, Tokayev warned of […]
GraphicAnalysis: Steadily advancing China-Central Asia cooperation
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UNECE and ESCAP Convene Regional Stakeholder Consultations on Energy Connectivity in Central Asia
As part of the joint Programme on Energy Connectivity in Central Asia and the Caucasus, the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) and the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) hosted regional stakeholder consultations in Astana, Kazakhstan, to explore pathways for financing enhanced energy connectivity in Central Asia. […]
Central Asia to Strengthen Pandemic Preparedness with World Bank Support
The World Bank’s Board of Executive Directors today approved $60 million in financing to support the first phase of the One Health Program in Central Asia. The financing package includes a $30 million concessional credit for the Kyrgyz Republic and a $30 million grant for Tajikistan to help strengthen their capacity to prevent, detect, and […]
Central Asia – A region in the fast lane
Central Asia is gaining more and more importance for the automotive industry – both as a sales market and production site. Chinese brands are making their way into the local market. The expansion of regional production facilities is picking up speed, and with it the region’s importance as a hub between East and West. Five […]
Central Asia Launches Regional Task Force on Education for Just and Inclusive Energy Transition, led by OSCE
Government officials, academic leaders, energy experts, and international partners from across Central Asia gathered on 22–23 May 2025 in Almaty for the Kick-off Meeting of the OSCE Regional Task Force on Education for Just and Inclusive Energy Transition (RTEET). The event marked the official launch of a regional platform aimed at aligning renewable energy (RE) […]
Major Financial Institutions Unite to Map Islamic Finance Future in Central Asia
nCa Report Three prominent financial organizations have released a comprehensive study examining the prospects for Islamic finance across Central Asia, presenting their findings at a major international forum in Algeria’s capital. The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), Islamic Development Bank Institute (IsDBI), and London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) collaborated on the report, which was presented during […]
New China-Central Asia energy alliance aims for innovation and cooperation
China and Central Asian nations launched a new energy alliance recently, aiming to boost innovation and cooperation in power technology for sustainable development. The China-Central Asia Energy and Power Innovation Alliance aims to create an international innovation platform that integrates research cooperation, talent cultivation, think tank development, and university-enterprise collaboration, according to a signing ceremony […]
Termez Dialogue 2025: Fostering Connectivity Between Central and South Asia
Executive Summary The Termez Dialogue, held from May 19 to 21, 2025, in Termez, Uzbekistan, convened approximately 200 delegates from over 20 countries to enhance economic, cultural, and security ties between Central and South Asia. Organized by Uzbekistan’s Institute for Strategic and Interregional Studies, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the […]
First China-Central Asia Freight Train of 2025 Departs from Tianjin Port to Tashkent
The first China-Central Asia freight train of 2025 connecting Tianjin Port to Tashkent via Horgos successfully departed on Tuesday, marking an important milestone in the ongoing development of trade routes between China and Central Asia. As reported by Xinhua, the train carries fifty containers loaded with a diverse cargo of auto parts, mechanical equipment, building […]
Head of UNRCCA, SRSG Kaha Imnadze meets with the Speaker of the Senate of Uzbekistan
As part of his working visit to Uzbekistan to participate in the Termez Dialogue, Special Representative of UN Secretary General, head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze, met with Ms. Tanzila Narbaeva, Chairperson of the Senate of Oliy Majlis of the Republic of Uzbekistan on 19 May in Tashkent. During the meeting, the two exchanged views on […]
China filling the space vacated by USAID in Central Asia
China is intensifying its efforts to expand influence in Central Asia, capitalizing on reduced U.S. foreign aid following the Trump administration’s decision to dismantle the US Agency for International Development. This was reported by Eurasianet. Historically, China’s engagement in the region has centered on large-scale infrastructure projects under its Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). However, […]
Turkmenistan Defines National Steps for Adapting to Cryosphere Changes
A national workshop was held in Ashgabat on 12–13 May 2025 as part of the GEF–UNDP–UNESCO project “Strengthening the resilience of Central Asian countries by enabling regional cooperation to assess glacio-nival systems to develop integrated methods for sustainable development and adaptation to climate change.” The workshop aimed to translate regional priorities into concrete national actions […]
OSCE-supported seminar discusses the role of youth and women in responding to climate change risks in Turkmenistan and Central Asia
An OSCE-organized seminar on strengthening the role of youth and women in responding to climate change risks in Turkmenistan and Central Asia took place on 12 May 2025 in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat initiated this event within the framework of the 7th Central Asian Conference on Climate Change (CACCC-2025), which will take place […]
SRSG Kaha Imnadze Engages with Young Central Asian Diplomats in Regional Training in Turkmenistan
SRSG Kaha Imnadze participated in a regional training for young diplomats from Central Asia, held in Ashgabat. The training was jointly organized by the UN Country Team in Turkmenistan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan. Addressing the participants, Mr. Imnadze provided an overview of UNRCCA’s mandate and the Centre’s ongoing preventive diplomacy efforts […]
Economic Interaction of Belarus with Central Asia: Steps Toward Strengthening Ties
Elvira Kadyrova in Minsk, Belarus In recent years, the Republic of Belarus has shown significant progress in developing economic partnerships with Central Asian countries—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—strengthening its position in key regional markets. This is a mutual effort, as diversifying economic ties is a cornerstone of the national development strategies of all six […]
The issues of cooperation between Turkmenistan and the EU in the field of security were discussed
On 5 May 2025, a meeting was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan between Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ahmet Kurbanov, EU Ambassador to Turkmenistan Beata Peksa and experts from the Hedayah Center of Excellence for Countering Violent Extremism. During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on issues of interaction […]
Tariff Tussles will reshape World Markets
nCa Commentary Tariq Saeedi The tariff tussle is more than just tit-for-tat. The main participants of this tug of war – USA and China – are actually aware of what they are doing. Even though both have different objectives in mind, in the end, both might actually win in the sense that that their diverse […]
IMF predicts slight slowdown in economic growth in Central Asia and Caucasus Region
IMF has predicted a slight slowdown in the economic growth in the Central Asia and Caucasus region in the near- to mid-term assessment. The IMF Regional Economic Outlook for Middle East and Central Asia, released on 1 May 2025 at a press conference in Dubai, says, “Economies in the CCA region experienced robust output growth […]
UNRCCA Co-Organizes Cross – Regional Dialogue on Returness from Conflict Zones
On 30 April 2025, UNRCCA in partnership with the Government of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT) and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) convened the Cross-regional Dialogue on the Prosecution, Rehabilitation and Reintegration (PRR) of Returnees from Conflict Zones. The Cross-regional Dialogue provided an opportunity to […]
Communiqué of the 6th Meeting of Foreign Ministers in the “China-Central Asia” Format
Here is the slightly paraphrased translation of the Communiqué adopted following the meeting of foreign ministers of Central Asian countries and China, published by Xinhua: On 26 April 2025, the 6th meeting of foreign ministers in the “China-Central Asia” format was held in Almaty. The meeting was attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of […]
Almaty hosted the 6th meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Central Asia-China format
The 6th Ministerial Meeting of the Central Asia–China format convened in Almaty on 26 April 2025, bringing together the foreign ministers of Kazakhstan – Murat Nurtleu, China – Wang Yi, Kyrgyzstan – Jeenbek Kulubayev, Tajikistan – Sirodjiddin Muhriddin, and Uzbekistan – Bakhtiyor Saidov. Turkmenistan was represented at the session by its Ambassador to China, Parakhat […]
Central Asian Actions on Water Might Carry Lessons to the World, says EDB Chief Economist
Evgeny Vinokurov, Vice-Chairman and Chief Economist of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), presented the EDB research on Central Asia’s water and energy challenges at the ADFIAP Annual Meeting 2025 in Muscat. The plenary session highlighted urgent issues and actionable strategies for sustainable water management in the region. The key findings of the EDB’s think tank in regards […]
Italian Prime Minister to visit Central Asia
On 25-26 April, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will pay an official visit to the Republic of Uzbekistan. On April 26-27, at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan, she will pay an official visit to Astana. “During the high-level talks, the parties plan to discuss the prospects for the development of the Kazakh-Italian […]
Gulf Cooperation Council – Central Asia: A New Model of Regional Diplomacy
Alisher Kadirov, head of division of the Institute of Strategic and Regional Studies under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan The international expert community is paying special attention to the transformation of the role of regional diplomacy in the modern world. Diplomatic dialogue between various regions is becoming a key instrument not only for […]