An aerial view of China built Turgusun hydropower station in city of Altai, Kazakhstan. Photo: Xinhua For ten years, China and Central Asian countries have been more tightly bonded together through cooperation in the traditional energy section under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). However, the rise of Chinese companies specializing in renewable energy and scientific … [Read more...]
Water level in Aral Sea rises by 48 centimeters
The level of water in the Aral Sea has risen by 48 cm, informs the official website of the governorate of the Kyzylorda region of Kazakhstan. According to the information, the head of the Aral-Syrdarya Basin Inspectorate Zeynulla Kaztoganov said that from October 2022 to date, the water level in the sea has risen to 40.90 mBS, or 48 cm, and the volume of collected water … [Read more...]
AD Ports Group enters the logistics market of Uzbekistan, forges its presence in Central Asia
The UAE-based AD Ports Group (AD Ports) and SEG ENERA Group, one of the multisectoral holding companies of Uzbekistan, announced Monday, 6 March 2023, the creation of a new joint venture ADL-Ulanish, which will provide comprehensive global logistics services across Uzbekistan. According to the press service of AD Ports Group, Through the new joint venture enterprise, AD … [Read more...]
Head of UNRCCA participated in landmark forum of the Women Leaders’ Caucus held back-to-back with Heads of State of Central Asia consultative meeting in Dushanbe
On 14 September 2023, Special Representative of UN Secretary General for Central Asia Kaha Imnadze took part in a landmark Forum of the Women Leaders’ Caucus (WLC) convened in parallel with the 5th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. The Women Leaders’ Caucus was launched in late 2020 with the support of UNRCCA and UNDP as a … [Read more...]
How to Accelerate Economic Growth in the Caucasus and Central Asia
By Nick Gigineishvili July 10, 2023 In the medium-term, reforms can increase output in the region by 5 to 7 percent Since independence in the early 1990s, income levels and living standards in the Caucasus and Central Asia (CCA) have improved but remain well below the levels of emerging Europe. The state continues to play a dominant role in many CCA economies and … [Read more...]
IFAS Projects worth over $590 million aim to improve lives of 60 million in Aral Basin
Within the framework of the Aral Sea Basin Program-4 (ASPB-4), the flagship project of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, 25 major projects totaling $591.3 million are in the process of implementation. This was stated by the chief specialist of the IFAS Department of International Relations Dilorom Sheralieva in an interview with the National News Agency of … [Read more...]
О чем договорились Казахстан и Афганистан на встрече в Астане
Автор: Анеля Касымова 3 Августа 2023, 18:43 АСТАНА. КАЗИНФОРМ – В Астане в эти дни проходит казахстанско-афганский бизнес-форум. В столицу Казахстана прибыли более 200 предпринимателей Афганистана из разных отраслей экономики, передает корреспондент МИА «Казинформ». Открыли встречу заместитель Премьер-Министра – министр торговли и … [Read more...]
IMF Regional Capacity Development Center for Caucasus, Central Asia, and Mongolia opened in Kazakhstan
On 9 June 2023, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Regional Capacity Development Center for the Caucasus, Central Asia and Mongolia opened in Almaty, the National Bank of Kazakhstan reports. The Caucasus, Central Asia, and Mongolia Regional Capacity Development Center (CCAMTAC) is a joint project of the IMF and nine member countries - Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, … [Read more...]
Saudi company continues to invest in the development of renewable energy in Central Asia
Last week, ACWA Power, a leading Saudi and world-renowned developer, investor and operator of power generation, water desalination and renewable energy, announced the conclusion of a partnership agreement with the Ministry of Energy of Kazakhstan and the National Welfare Fund "Samruk-Kazyna". The company will implement a project in Kazakhstan for the construction of a wind … [Read more...]
Improving humanitarian ties between Central Asian countries is the focus of the September meetings in Dushanbe
The Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States in Tajikistan will be accompanied by a number of events aimed at enhancing humanitarian ties and people-to-people understanding in the region. Volunteer Forum The Forum of Central Asian Volunteers will be held on 14 September in Dushanbe. According to the Tajik news agency "Khovar", active volunteers, volunteer … [Read more...]
Newly established joint Kazakh-Uzbek foreign trade company creates new dimension for collaboration in Central Asia
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan have established a joint foreign trade company that will help boost bilateral trade and enter third country markets for joint marketing. The company has been formed by the KazTrade and UzTrade, reports Podrobno.uz. It has been named UzKazTrade LLC. “The activities of the foreign trade company will be aimed at conducting market research and … [Read more...]
India hosted online SCO summit – Iran became part of the Shanghai family – Kazakhstan assumes SCO chairmanship – The New Delhi Declaration emphasizes: Central Asia is the core of the SCO
nCa Report On Tuesday, 4 July, an online meeting of the SCO Council of Heads of State was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. The meeting was attended by President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov, President of China Xi Jinping, Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif, President of Russia … [Read more...]
Delivery time of goods from China to the Black Sea ports via the Caspian Sea has been halved
The delivery time of goods from China to ports on the Black Sea through the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route has been reduced from 38-53 to 19-23 days, and by the end of this year it should reach 14-18 days. This was reported at a recent meeting in the Government of Kazakhstan, dedicated to measures for the development of the middle route. On the … [Read more...]
Infographic: China-Central Asia economic and trade cooperation achieves tangible results
China's economic and trade cooperation with the five Central Asian countries has achieved tangible results since the establishment of diplomatic ties more than 30 years ago, Chinese Ministry of Commerce said in a press briefing. China's trade with the five countries – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – increased to $70.2 billion in 2022 … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan will build its own terminal at Xian Dry Port of China
Kazakhstan has decided to build its own terminal at the Xian Dry Port of China, reports Kazakhstan Today. An agreement was signed on 1 March 2023 in the Xian city on conclusion of a meeting between the mayor of Xian and the head of the delegation of the Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (Kazakhstan Railways). According to the agreement, the Chinese side will provide 8 … [Read more...]
Issues of prevention the distribution of drugs in Central Asian region discussed in Ashgabat
On July 5, 2023, the 2nd meeting of the Steering Committee of the Central Asia Drug Action Programme (CADAP) - Phase 7 was held at the “Yyldyz” Hotel in Ashgabat. The meeting was attended by representatives of state institutions-beneficiaries of the Central Asian countries, representatives of the delegation of the European Union in the Central Asian countries, … [Read more...]
ITC:WTO membership can boost Central Asia’s integration
With Uzbekistan poised to join the global economy, WTO membership can also be a springboard for regional integration among Central Asian countries. Economic cooperation between Central Asia’s five ‘Stans’ – Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – could be bolstered if the republics harmonized their trade rules and procedures. This emerged at the … [Read more...]
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev: The synergy of the potentials of the Central Asian countries with the enormous economic opportunities of China is able to set a new, higher trajectory of our multifaceted partnership
In his speech, the President of Kazakhstan stressed that the first Central Asia–China summit is a very important historical event. The Head of State thanked President of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping for the excellent organization of the event and traditional hospitality. He noted that today China continues to strengthen its status as a world power and plays a … [Read more...]
Kazakh Humanitarian Law University Receives Invitation to Attend Major Education Conference in Turkmenistan
Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan Batyr Rejepov visited Maqsut Narikbayev Kazakh Humanitarian Law University (KazGUU), where he met with Chairman of the Board of KazGUU Talgat Narikbayev, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Astana reports. During the meeting, the Chairman of the Management Board spoke about the ongoing work on the part of KazGUU to establish cooperation … [Read more...]
Kazakh model may actually salvage Afghanistan
nCa Analysis An Afghan delegation, led by the Taliban acting minister of Industry and Commerce, Nooruddin Azizi, recently visited Kazakhstan. The 350-strong delegation of Afghanistan participated in the business forum, showcased its products and services, and had numerous meetings. The outcome was the signing of business agreements worth about USD 200 million. --- It was a … [Read more...]
Astana hosted a ministerial meeting USA+Central Asia
nCa Report Contents Kazakhstan will continue its multilateral balanced foreign policy USA to add $25 million for Economic Resilience in Central Asia Initiative U.S. investments in Kazakhstan are estimated at $62 billion. Meeting of the Secretary of State Blinken with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov C5+1 Diplomatic … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan aims to create a direct export route to the Middle East and South Asia
Kazakhstan is working to create the shortest direct route for the delivery of its export food to the markets of the Persian Gulf, the Middle East, Pakistan, India and the East Africa. To this end, a joint venture will be launched with the Emirati company Abu Dhabi Ports, which is part of the AD Ports Group, a world leader in maritime trade and logistics. This issue was … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and China signed more than 20 documents, including on energy, transport and visa-free regime
During his state visit President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Chinese President Xi Jinping held summit talks on Wednesday, 17 May 2023. During the talks, the sides discussed the development of comprehensive cooperation in trade and economic, oil and gas, petrochemical, energy, finance, transport and transit, education and science. The sides also exchanged views on … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Russia ink hydrocarbon deals worth $8 billion
Kazakhstan and Russia have signed contracts worth more than $8 billion for the exploration of complex hydrocarbon deposits. This was announced by the Petrol Council of Kazakhstan with reference to the country's Energy Minister Almasadam Satkaliev. One of the contracts was signed between the national operator of the oil and gas industry of Kazakhstan "KazMunayGas" and … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia – prospects and new growth points of mutually beneficial cooperation
Exactly a year ago, the first official visit of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia took place. The visit, which took place at the invitation of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud in the year of the celebration of the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries, marked a new stage in the history … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan and Vietnam set sights on $1 Billion in trade and lift visa requirements
On Monday, 21 August, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who arrived on his first official visit to Hanoi, held talks with President Vo Van Thuong of Vietnam. During the talks, prospects for the development of cooperation in trade and economic, investment, energy, transport and logistics, agro-industrial, cultural and humanitarian spheres were discussed, the press service of … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan approves mutual visa-free regime with China
Kazakhstan and China are close to introducing the mutual visa-free regime for their citizens. Kazakhstan has already approved the arrangement and China might announce its endorsement in the near future. The agreement for the exemption of the visa requirements was signed between Kazakhstan and China on 17 May 2023 in Xi’an. When it comes into force, it will be the first … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan assumes the chairmanship in the Dialogue of Women of Central Asian Countries in 2023
On Monday, 19 June, Astana hosted a meeting of the Dialogue of Women of Central Asian countries devoted to the ‘The role of women in innovations and technologies development’, organized with the support of the United Nations and the National Commission for Women and Family and Demographic Policy under the President of Kazakhstan, the Majilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan said … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan at SCO Summit: President Tokayev urged to remain committed to the formation of a multipolar world with the coordinating role of the UN
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the beginning of his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023: "In the context of a radical transformation of the global world order, we are witnessing an unprecedented increase in geopolitical tensions, the intensification of trade and sanctions wars and many other modern challenges. It is becoming commonplace to … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan hosted Regional conference on the Humanitarian consequences of nuclear weapons and the Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone in Central Asia
On 29 August 2023, Astana hosted a regional conference entitled “The Humanitarian Consequences of Nuclear Weapons and the Nuclear-Weapon-Free Zone in Central Asia”. The conference was attended by diplomats and government experts from the States of Central Asia. The event, dated to the International Day against Nuclear Tests, was organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Invites Turkmenistan to Regional Conference on Trade Unions’ Role in Tackling Climate Change
On Thursday, 7 September 2023, the Ambassador of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan Batyr Rejepov met with the Chairman of the Federation of Trade Unions of Kazakhstan Dauletalin Satybaldy. During the conversation, the parties discussed the prospects for intensifying cooperation between trade union organizations of Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan, and confirmed their mutual willingness … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan is expanding its oil tanker fleet to meet supplies commitment on Transcaspian route
On 4 July, two oil tankers "Taraz" and "Liwa" was handed over to Kazakhstan in Galati (Romania), the National Oil Company of Kazakhstan KazMunayGaz reported. The owner of the new tankers with a deadweight of 8000 tons is a joint venture "Caspian Integrated Maritime Solutions Ltd", whose shareholders are the National Maritime Shipping Company "Kazmortransflot" (KMTF) and "Abu … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan is improving the highway to Turkmenistan
Kazakhstan plans to improve a two-kilometer stretch of road in the Mangystau region leading to the border with Turkmenistan. Pedestrian paths with the resting places will be laid on these sites, Kazinform reports with reference to the press service of the administration of the Karakiyansky district of the Mangystau region. In addition, according to the information, the road … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan offers the EAEU to invest in the port infrastructure of Turkmenistan and Iran
Kazakhstan proposes to consider the possibility of joint investments in the construction of infrastructure in the sea and dry ports of Iran and Turkmenistan. This was stated by the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, addressing on Thursday, 25 May at a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council in Moscow. According to Tokayev, such investments will … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan plans to use AI to monitor military units – its success could pave way for many civilian uses
The Ministry of Defense of Kazakhstan has started creating a single platform that will unite all video surveillance cameras in military units. “Deputy Minister Darkhan Akhmediev explained during a briefing at the Central Communications Service on Thursday that the system will use artificial intelligence with Face ID to detect hazing and other problems that may arise,” writes … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan discuss cross-border cooperation on biodiversity conservation
Representatives of the Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan, the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources of Kazakhstan, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan gathered in Nukus (Karakalpakstan) to discuss issues of cooperation on biodiversity conservation on the Ustyurt plateau, the Ministry of Natural Resources of Uzbekistan … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan, UAE Ink Deal to Expand Port Infrastructure Cooperation
AD Ports Group, owner and operator of a dozen of ports and terminals in the UAE, will participate in the implementation of a major infrastructure project in one of the Caspian ports of Kazakhstan, which means further consolidation of the Emirati business in Central Asia. The Kazakhstani company Semurg Invest and AD Ports Group inked a deal Tuesday (15 Aug) for cooperation on … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan: President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev invites the GCC and Central Asian countries to develop cooperation in energy, transport and food production
In his speech at the GCC-Central Asia summit in Jeddah on 19 July 2023, the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev noted that the meeting of the leaders of Central Asia and the Arab states of the Gulf is of a special nature, is the call of the times and testifies to the mutual desire to bring our multifaceted cooperation to a qualitatively new level. According to him, in … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan’s Renewable Energy: A Win-Win for the Economy and the Environment
Against the background of global trends in decarbonization and reduction of the carbon footprint, renewable energy sources (RES) are actively developing in Kazakhstan. In 2013, the Decree of the Head of State approved the Concept for the transition of the Republic of Kazakhstan to a "green economy". It lays the foundations for deep systemic transformations aimed sat … [Read more...]
Kazakhstani Blogger Writes About Yakov Dik, the Honored Horse Breeder of Turkmenistan
As we reported earlier, on 6 Sep 2023, in Almaty, the Embassy of Turkmenistan to Kazakhstan hosted a ceremony awarding the honorary title "Honored Horse Breeder of Turkmenistan" to Yakov Dik, the Director of the Akhal-Teke horse breeding farm of Kazakhstan. The popular Kazakhstani blogger Yakov Fedorov, who came from Astana to attend the event, shared his impressions of the … [Read more...]
Speedy customs clearance agreement between China and Kazakhstan will speed up delivery of cargo across China-Europe route
China and Kazakhstan have signed an agreement for accelerated clearance of customs across the borders. The agreement was signed between the multimodal company KTZ Express and China Xinjiang Electronic Port Co., report multiple media outlets. According to Qazmonitor, the purpose of the memorandum is to pilot a complex service platform for data transfer for cross-border … [Read more...]
Kazakhstani companies stroke export deals worth $100 million in Xi’an
More than 40 Kazakhstani food producers held a trade and economic mission in Xi'an, China, on the eve of the China-Central Asia summit. The companies from Kazakhstan featured their export capacity to potential Chinese partners. The trade mission resulted in the signing of four memoranda on future trade and economic cooperation as well as export contracts worth about $100 … [Read more...]
China-Kazakhstan partnership strengthens as fresh commitments worth USD 565 million signed
The cross-border cooperation between China and Kazakhstan was held in Almaty on 28 March 2023. This led to the signing of agreements with total value of USD 565.4 million. As reported by the several media outlets including Astana Times, the agreements relate to the construction, energy, mining, agriculture, food industry, engineering, tourism, investment, and other … [Read more...]
Kazinform: What Kassym-Jomart Tokayev talks about in an interview on China’s CCTV
On May 12 on the eve of the state visit to China Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev gave an interview on China’s CCTV, Kazinform reports. The Head of State answered the questions of the Leaders Talk program concerning the prospects for the development of political, economic, cultural and humanitarian cooperation between Kazakhstan and China, history and today’s … [Read more...]
Kyrgyzstan Eyes IFAS Return, But Only If All Countries’ Interests Are Considered Equally
Kyrgyzstan hopes for its full-fledged resumption of activities in the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS), provided that the interests of all countries in the region are equally and fairly taken into account. The statement came from the First Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic Adylbek Kasymaliyev, who represented Kyrgyzstan at IFAS … [Read more...]
Kazakh company will ship 250000 tons of Russian oil to Uzbekistan this year
The KazTransOil will ship 250000 tons of Russian oil to Uzbekistan this year, reports Kazakhstan Today. The shipment of the first batch of 25000 tons has started. The oil, to be transported by railway tank wagons, will use the route Omsk-Pavlodar-Shymkent-Shagyr. /// nCa, 30 March 2023 … [Read more...]
Logo of the 30th Anniversary of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea: A Symbol of Hope and Renewal
On 14-15 September 2023, Dushanbe will host the Fifth Anniversary Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States and the next meeting of the Council of the Heads of the Founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea. This year, the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) celebrates 30th anniversary. The meaning of the symbols and … [Read more...]
During its CICA Chairmanship, Kazakhstan will focus on enhancing connectivity in Asia
Kazakhstan and CICA (Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia) have signed a roadmap for the Implementation of the Kazakh Chairmanship's Priorities in CICA for 2023-2024. The document was signed in Astana on 22 February 2023 in Astana by the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan, Kanat Tumysh, and the Secretary General of CICA, Kairat … [Read more...]
Maintaining stability is the most important task for Central Asia in modern realities says President of Kazakhstan
On Friday, 23 June, the first meeting of the Secretaries of the Security Councils of Central Asia and Russia took place in Almaty. In modern realities, the most important task for the Central Asian region is to maintain stability and strengthen security, which implies effective forecasting of threats, prompt development of preventive response measures and qualitatively new … [Read more...]
Secretary Blinken will visit Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, attend C5+1 next week
Anthony Blinken, the US Secretary of State, will travel to Central Asia next week. According to the information available at the website of the US Department of State, he will start the tour on 28 February 2023. His first stop is Kazakhstan. In addition to the meetings with the senior officials, he will participate in the C5+1 Ministerial with the representatives of the five … [Read more...]