On 2 July 2025, a telephone conversation took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan, Rashid Meredov, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Murat Nurtleu. The foreign ministers discussed the current state and future prospects of bilateral cooperation, as well as collaboration within regional and international organizations. Both sides reaffirmed their […]
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 […]
Pakistan to launch freight train to Russia via INSTC
Pakistan will inaugurate its first freight train service to Russia from Lahore, the capital of Pakistan’s eastern Punjab province, on June 22, marking a significant step in regional connectivity and international trade expansion, Minister for Railways Muhammad Hanif Abbasi said. Addressing a press conference in the city of Multan, Punjab, on Tuesday, Abbasi said the […]
Turkmenistan is exploring Kazakhstan’s path to the WTO
The Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan received the official delegation of Turkmenistan as part of the exchange of experience on joining the World Trade Organization (WTO), according to QazTrade Trade Policy Development Center. The Turkmen delegation was headed by Ylham Yarashov, Head of the Department of Cooperation with the WTO […]
Bulgaria and Kazakhstan Strengthen Cooperation via the Trans-Caspian Route
Bulgaria and Kazakhstan are set to intensify efforts to develop the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, also known as the Middle Corridor, which is becoming a vital link in transcontinental logistics connecting East and West. The Ministry of Transport of Kazakhstan and the Ministry of Transport and Communications of the Republic of Bulgaria signed a Memorandum […]
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 […]
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 […]
Kazakhstan’s Foreign Trade Chamber discusses plans to strengthen partnership with Turkmenistan
On May 30, 2025, Astana hosted a working meeting between the Foreign Trade Chamber of Kazakhstan and a delegation from Turkmenistan. The event brought together representatives from government agencies and business circles of Turkmenistan. The Kazakh side was represented by Diana Zhakutova, Director of the Department of International Cooperation, and Aidar Kazybayev, Co-Chairman of the […]
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
May 30, 2025
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, […]
High-Level Dialogue: Berdimuhamedov and Tokayev Discuss Development of Turkmen-Kazakh Relations
On 30 May 2025, on the sidelines of a working visit to Astana, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov met with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Highlighting special attention to the development of cooperation with Turkmenistan, Tokayev emphasized: “We look forward to achieving concrete results in our economic interactions. Ties in other areas are also developing quite successfully, particularly in […]
Deepening Strategic Ties: Landmark Agreements Worth Billions Signed During Italian Prime Minister’s Visit to Kazakhstan
On May 30, 2025, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloni adopted a Joint Statement on enhancing strategic partnership. Following the negotiations, a package of agreements valued over 4 billion euros was also announced. These agreements cover important areas such as critical minerals and raw materials, energy, investment, water resources, […]
Turkmen Delegation in Astana Explores Global Best Practices in Trade in Services Statistics
Astana, Kazakhstan, 29 May 2025 — As part of the joint project between the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the State Committee of Turkmenistan on Statistics (Turkmenstat), titled “Support in improving statistics of foreign trade in services, as well as in improving statistical information on the volume of passenger and cargo transportation”, the Turkmen […]
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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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 […]
Kazakh Delegation Explores Turkmenistan’s Agro-Industrial Sector
A delegation from the Wholesale Distribution Center of Aktau, Mangystau Region, Kazakhstan, visited Turkmenistan to strengthen business ties in the agro-industrial sector. Organized with the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the visit aimed to enhance trade cooperation between Kazakh and Turkmen agricultural enterprises. The delegation held negotiations with leading Turkmen agricultural […]
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 […]
Vietjet Qazaqstan – New airline in Central Asia
nCa-AI Collaborative Report Key Points Introduction On May 6, 2025, VietJet Airlines and Qazaq Air announced Vietjet Qazaqstan, a new low-cost airline in Astana, aiming to deepen aviation ties between Vietnam and Kazakhstan. This launch, witnessed during Vietnamese General Secretary To Lam’s state visit, marks a significant step in VietJet’s global expansion, formalized by VietJet’s […]
Central Asian Transport Connectivity Strengthened Through Multilateral Commitments
nCa Report In a series of high-level meetings held in Astana, Kazakhstan, transport ministers from Central Asian countries, including Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan, and China, convened to advance regional and international transport cooperation. These discussions, centered on modernizing infrastructure, digitalizing transport processes, and fostering multimodal corridors, signal a transformative step toward enhanced connectivity, trade, and […]
UN Volunteers Central Asia to Establish Subregional Office in Almaty
At the inaugural meeting of the National Organizing Committee in Astana, preparations for the International Year of Volunteers were discussed, according to the Kazakh Culture and Information Ministry. Kazakh Culture and Information Minister Aida Balayeva highlighted Kazakhstan’s active participation in global volunteering, particularly with UN and UNICEF programs. She noted that, with government support, eight […]
Condor Energies Reports Q1 Growth and Expands Operations in Central Asia
As reported by Tipranks, Condor Energies reported a 6% increase in production and sales from its Uzbekistan operations for the first quarter of 2025. The company also announced the purchase of its first modular LNG facility in Kazakhstan, with production expected to start in the second quarter of 2026. Additionally, Condor secured a third natural […]
Kazakhstan Expands Aktau Port with Major Dredging Project
Kazakhstan has launched an ambitious dredging operation at its strategic Aktau port on the Caspian Sea, aiming to strengthen a vital link in the growing Trans-Caspian International Transport Route. The Ministry of Transport announced that specialized equipment from European dredging firm Jan De Nul has arrived to deepen the harbor by up to 2 meters. […]
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 […]
Kazakhstan Introduces New Investor Visa
The Republic of Kazakhstan is taking another step toward fostering international business. At the initiative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan new regulations have been approved for obtaining an investor visa, aimed at enhancing the country’s investment appeal and supporting long-term business partnerships. Under the new framework, foreign nationals who invest a minimum […]
Head of UNRCCA, SRSG Kaha Imnadze visits Astana
On 28 – 30 April 2025, SRSG for Central Asia and Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze visited Astana and held meetings with H.E. Murat Nurtleu, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs; H.E. Dania Espaeva, Deputy Chairperson of the Majilis (lower house of the Parliament); Mr. Kairat Sarybay, Secretary General of the Conference on […]
President of Turkmenistan Receives Heads of Delegations from ECO Member States
On Monday, 28 April, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov held separate meetings with the heads of delegations from member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), who arrived in Ashgabat to participate in the first ECO Ministerial Forum on Sustainable Development. Meeting with ECO Secretary-General Asad Majid Khan Asad Majid Khan noted the high level […]
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 […]
Tokayev: Kazakhstan pays special attention to strengthening friendship with neighboring countries
“We sincerely respect the brotherly Turkmen people” Kazakhs have great respect for their neighbors. The neighbors were always there, sharing both joys and troubles with them. The proverb “Korshi akysy – tanir akysy” (“Accepting a neighbor, you repay a debt to God”) reflects both our faith and our traditions. This is a legacy left to […]
The President of Kazakhstan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people held informal talks: energy and transport under the spotlight
On 22 April 2025, informal talks were held in Turkestan between President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. The Head of Kazakhstan thanked Berdimuhamedov for visiting Turkestan, the spiritual capital of Kazakhstan, a city of sacred importance to all Turkic peoples. Tokayev congratulated Arkadag Berdimuhamedov on the beginning […]
The National Leader of Turkmenistan us on visit to Kazakhstan – Tokayev and Berdimuhamedov Explore Turkestan
On April 21, the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov left on a visit to Turkestan, Kazakhstan. “Kazakhstan is a time-tested and reliable partner of our country, whose relations are based on long-term and mutual benefit. In recent years, Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan have attached great importance to the […]
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 […]
The President of Kazakhstan and the National Leader of Turkmenistan will hold an informal meeting
On 21-22 April 2025, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov will hold an informal meeting in Turkestan, reported the press service of the President of Kazakhstan. During the talks, prospects for further strengthening the Kazakh-Turkmen strategic partnership, as well […]
The delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the regular meeting of the CIS Ministerial Council and the meeting in the Central Asia-Russia format
On 11 April 2025, in Almaty, a delegation of Turkmenistan led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Akhmet Gurbanov took part in a regular meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Member States of the Commonwealth of Independent States. The event was attended by the heads of the foreign ministries of […]
Almaty: The Foreign Ministers of Russia and Central Asia discuss strengthening cooperation and regional security
On 11 April 2025, the eighth meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation and Central Asian countries took place in Almaty. The meeting was attended by: At the meeting, the ministers expressed their appreciation for the strong and multifaceted cooperation between their countries, based on their shared approaches to key issues […]
Foreign Ministers of Russia and Central Asian countries will meet in Alma Ata
On April 11, the 8th meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Russian Federation and the Central Asian states – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – will take place in Alma Ata, the Russian Foreign Ministry reports. They will discuss a broad range of political, trade, economic, cultural and humanitarian matters of concern for […]
Samarkand Climate Summit: Central Asia seeks ways to sustainable development
On 4 April 2025, the international First Climate Forum “Central Asia in the Face of Global Climate Challenges: Consolidation for Common Prosperity” was held in Samarkand. The forum was chaired by President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The forum was attended by President of the European Council Antonio Costa, President of the European Commission Ursula von der […]
Outcomes of the first Central Asia–EU Summit in Samarkand
On 4 April 2025, the first Central Asia-European Union summit was held in Samarkand under the chairmanship of Uzbekistan. The summit was attended by: • Uzbekistan – President Shavkat Mirziyoyev • Kazakhstan – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev • Kyrgyzstan – President Sadyr Japarov • Turkmenistan – President Serdar Berdimuhamedov • Tajikistan – President Emomali Rahmon • […]
US Imposes 27% Reciprocal Duty on Kazakh Products
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10% minimum tariff on most goods imported to the United States and higher rates on dozens of trading partners, including a 27% reciprocal tariff on imports from Kazakhstan, during an April 2 speech at the White House Rose Garden. According to Trump, the higher tariffs were calculated by taking […]
Samarkand to host first “Central Asia – European Union” summit on April 3-4
The first “Central Asia – European Union” summit will take place in Samarkand on April 3-4. According to the press service of the Head of our state, the summit which will be chaired by the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, will be attended by the President of the European Council Antonio Costa, President of the […]
European Union – Central Asia: regional consolidation and global partnership
On April 4, 2025, the first “Central Asia – European Union” official summit will be held in Samarkand, under the chairmanship of the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. This event is set to become a significant political milestone and will mark the beginning of a new phase in the relationship between the two regions. An […]
Historical milestone: The Leaders of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan sign Border Junction Agreement
31 March 2025, marks a landmark date for Central Asia. In the ancient Tajik city of Khujand, the Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan—Sadyr Japarov, Emomali Rahmon, and Shavkat Mirziyoyev—signed a historic agreement defining the junction of their state borders. This pivotal event strengthens regional stability and opens a new chapter in interstate relations. In […]
Vice-President for Medical Activities of the Charity Foundation met with the Minister of Health of Kazakhstan
On 28 March 2025, Oguljahan Atabayeva, Vice-President for Medical Activities of the Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov Charitable Foundation for Assistance to Children in Need of Care, met with Akmaral Alnazarova, Minister of Health of the Republic of Kazakhstan. During the meeting, the Vice-President of the Foundation O. Atabayeva thanked the minister for accepting the invitation to participate […]