This year, Russian railways plans to transport 1 million tons of cargo along the eastern branch of the international North-South transport corridor through Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan. This was announced at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF-2023) by Oleg Belozerov, CEO – Chairman of the Management Board of JSC Russian Railways, writes "RZD-Partner". "We … [Read more...]
Gazprom discussed gas cooperation mechanisms with Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
Gazprom CEO Alexey Miller met with Kazakhstan Energy Minister Bolat Akchulakov and Uzbek Energy Minister Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov on Thursday, 9 February. The sides discussed the possibilities of trilateral cooperation in the gas industry, Uzbek news outlets reported. The issues of Russian natural gas supplies to Uzbekistan via Kazakhstan were considered at the … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan hosts First Inter-Parliamentary Forum of Central Asia
Delegations of Parliaments of Central Asian countries arrived today, February 9, in Kazakhstan's Turkestan to participate in the first Inter-Parliamentary Forum of Central Asian States. During the forum, parliamentarians of the region discuss topical issues of the development of a shared spiritual and cultural space and prospects for expanding inter-parliamentary relations, … [Read more...]
SCO Summit adopted New Delhi Declaration – Key Points
SCO confirms commitment to formation of a more representative, democratic, just and multipolar world with a central coordinating role of the UN. The Member States reaffirm that the SCO is not directed against other states and international organizations and is open to broad cooperation with them. SCO pursues a policy that excludes bloc, ideological and confrontational … [Read more...]
SCO Summit: Kyrgyzstan is promoting the idea of establishing a Center for combating international crime in Bishkek
Addressing at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov noted the importance of the establishment of the SCO Center for Combating International Organized Crime in Bishkek. According to the Head of Kyrgyzstan, the implementation of this initiative will give a tangible impetus to increasing cooperation on issues related to ensuring regional … [Read more...]
Second regional high-level EU-Central Asia meeting wrapped up in Kyrgyzstan – Joint press communique issued – Uzbekistan offers to host First EU-Central Asia Summit next year
Today, on 2 June 2023, the leaders of Central Asia countries and the President of European Council met in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan for second regional high-level meeting. Following the meeting, Joint press communique was issued. According to the document, the sides underlined the need to strengthen cooperation between Central Asia and the EU on the old, new and emerging … [Read more...]
Seoul hosted the first Central Asia–Korea parliamentary forum, Turkmenistan to host the next meeting of the platform
The speakers of the parliaments of South Korea and five Central Asian countries held the first forum in Seoul on Tuesday, 19 September, to discuss cooperation in areas of mutual interest. The event was attended by Kim Jin-pyo, Speaker of the National Assembly of Korea, Speaker of the Majilis of the Parliament of Kazakhstan Yerlan Koshanov, Chairman of the Senate of the Oliy … [Read more...]
Six foreign presidents, one prime minister, participating in victory day parade in Moscow – Flowers placed at the tomb of unknown soldier
The Victory Day parade is in progress in Moscow. Six foreign presidents and one prime minister are participating in the event as invited guests of President Putin. President Putin and the invited guests placed flowers at the tomb of the unknown soldier after the parade. They include: Belarus – President Alexander Lukashenko Kazakhstan – President … [Read more...]
Special Representative of UN Secretary-General for Central Asia addresses the Council of heads of founding states of the International Fund for Saving the Aral sea
On 15 September 2023, Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia Kaha Imnadze participated in the Council of Heads of Founding States of IFAS in Dushanbe, Republic of Tajikistan. At the meeting, hosted by the President of the Republic of Tajikistan, the Heads of the Founding States welcomed the activities under the Chairmanship of Tajikistan in IFAS … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023
Dear Mr. Chairman, Dear Heads of State and Delegations, First of all, let me warmly welcome all participants, leaders and members of delegations. I express my gratitude to the Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi, for inviting me to this important meeting as an honorary guest. Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich! Taking this opportunity, I cordially congratulate you … [Read more...]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States
Dear Heads of State! Dear members of the delegations! Allow me to express my gratitude to the distinguished President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Sharifovich Rahmon for the warm hospitality and excellent conditions created for fruitful joint work. Let me also welcome the distinguished Ilham Heydarovich as an honorary guest of the Consultative Meeting of the … [Read more...]
Central Asia sent rescue teams to Turkey
Central Asian countries, like the whole world, responded to the troubles of Turkiye, which suffered from numerous deadly earthquakes. Turkmenistan has sent to Turkey a relief group of doctors and medical workers, basic necessities, such medicines and textile products. Rescuers of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan arrived on Tuesday, 7 February in … [Read more...]
Stepping up regional co-operation on climate change and security in Central Asia: High mountain areas in focus at OSCE-adelphi workshop in Tashkent
On 20 and 21 June 2023, over 60 participants representing a wide range of government and civil society organizations from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan as well as regional and international organizations convened in a workshop in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. The event was organized by the Office of the Co-ordinator of OSCE Economic and Environmental … [Read more...]
The titans of the global oil and gas industry continue to exploit the hydrocarbon riches of the Caspian Sea
BP has started drilling two new deep exploration wells in the Azerbaijani sector of the Caspian Sea. One of the wells will reach a depth of 7000 meters in order to open gas layers located below the deposits of the existing Shah Deniz gas field, which currently provides the bulk of gas exports from Azerbaijan. BP press releases: … [Read more...]
Summit of Central Asia-China will lead to signing important political document – MFA China
From May 18 to 19, President Xi Jinping will chair the China-Central Asia Summit in Xi’an, Shaanxi, reported today Foreign Ministry of China. According to the Foreign Ministry’s Spokesperson Wang Wenbin, the heads of state of the five Central Asian countries will attend the Summit in China. This will be the first major diplomatic event that China hosts this year and the … [Read more...]
Tajikistan hosted IAEA seminar on nuclear law for Central Asian countries
At the recent IAEA Central Asian seminar in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, the legislative aspects of the nuclear sector were discussed, as the IAEA plays an important role in assisting in the development of a legislative framework to improve the reliability of nuclear installations and materials. The regional seminar on nuclear law brought together 24 representatives from 11 … [Read more...]
Tajikistan Issues Postage Stamps to Mark 5th Anniversary of Central Asian Consultative Mechanism
On 12 September 2023, a solemn stamp cancellation ceremony was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Tajikistan issued on the occasion of the 5th anniversary of the mechanism of consultative meetings of the heads of Central Asian states and the 30th anniversary of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan … [Read more...]
Tajikistan President Highlights Need for Regional Cooperation on Climate Change
At a meeting of the Heads of the founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea in Dushanbe on 15 September, President Emomali Rahmon highly appreciated the thirty-year activity of IFAS, but believes there is still much work to be done. "This is especially important taking into account the population in the region, ensuring economic development and … [Read more...]
Taliban delegation on trade and investments promotion visit to Kazakhstan
The business leaders from Kazakhstan and Afghanistan met in Astana on 2 August 2023 to discuss trade and investment opportunities. The Taliban delegation is led by Azizi Nuriddin, Minister of Commerce and Industry of Afghanistan. Afghanistan is a major importer of Kazakh flour and vegetable oil, and the two countries have a mutual trade volume of around $1 billion. The … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan mints 3D coins using ultra-high relief technology
The National Bank of Kazakhstan has issued a set of collection coins depicting BALQASH ALABUGASY (Balkhash perch). The coins are 3D and the ultra-high relief technology has been used for their production. According to the information available at the website of the National Bank of Kazakhstan, these are the only 3D coins in the world and only Kazakhstan has the capacity … [Read more...]
Tehran and Muscat step up efforts to launch the Ashgabat Agreement corridor
Director General of the Iranian Foreign Ministry for Persian Gulf Affairs Alireza Enayati announced the upcoming launch of the Iran-Oman-Turkmenistan-Uzbekistan corridor, Mehr News agency reports. In an interview with the IRNA news agency, the official spoke about the recent visit of Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tariq Al Said to Tehran, saying that serious discussions were … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan to host EU-Central Asia Economic Forum
In 2023, the next EU-Central Asia Economic Forum will be held in Almaty, Kazakhstan, mentions a joint statement by Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Mukhtar Tleuberdi and EU High Representative Josep Borrel on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations. The text of the Statement can be found here: … [Read more...]
Kazakh specialists develop speech recognition technology for 10 Turkic languages
The experts and researchers at the Nazarbayev University of Kazakhstan have developed a new technology for speech recognition. According QazMonitor, it can convert 10 Turkic languages with 95% accuracy. QazMonitor https://qazmonitor.com/news/1364/new-speech-technology-recognizes-kazakh-and-9-turkic-languages This automatic module can automatically recognize and convert … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan hosts regional seminar on transboundary rivers and lakes
Representatives of Turkmenistan participate in the Regional Workshop on Monitoring, Assessment and Information Sharing in Transboundary Basins in Central Asia, held in Astana (Kazakhstan) on 1-2 February, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper reports. The meeting brought together experts in the field of water resources, environment, foreign affairs, hydrometeorological services … [Read more...]
The Fate of the Caspian – Is the Fate of Aral Lake waiting for the Caspian Sea?
Prof. Dr. Abdulvahap Kara Experts warn of the possibility of a new ecological disaster on the Caspian Sea in recent years, similar to the drying up of the Aral Sea. One of the important reasons for this is that the water of the Ural River is decreasing from year to year. The Ural River reaches the Caspian via the Russian Federation and Kazakhstan. Originating from the … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan will visit Tajikistan
On September 14-15, 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov will pay a working visit to the Republic of Tajikistan to participate in the fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia and the next meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the founders of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS). As part of the summit meetings, a … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan – Basic Indicators
Here are some basic indicators about Kazakhstan. The detailed information can be found from the link given at the end of this story. /// nCa, 31 January 2023 [Images are screenshots from Agency for Strategic planning and reforms of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Bureau of National statistics – https://stat.gov.kz/] … [Read more...]
Roundtable in Almaty discusses women’s entrepreneurship development in Afghanistan
In a pioneering event, the first of its kind, a roundtable was held in Almaty, Kazakhstan, to discuss the development of women’s entrepreneurship in Afghanistan. It was organized jointly by the Kazakhstan Agency for International Development (KazAID) together with the UNESCO Chair at the Kazakh-German University (DKU) and the United Nations Development Program in Kazakhstan … [Read more...]
There is a full understanding between Russia and Central Asia in the energy sector, says Lavrov
There is a full understanding in the framework of cooperation between Russia and Central Asia in the energy sector, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Friday, 1 September, at a meeting with first-year students of Moscow State Institute for International relations, on the occasion of the beginning of the academic year. The chief Russian diplomat also mentioned the … [Read more...]
Trade between the countries of Central Asia exceeds $ 10 billion, says Foreign Minister of Kazakhstan Nurtleu
The volume of trade between the countries of the Central Asian region (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan) has exceeded US $ 10 billion to date. This was stated by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nutrleu at a meeting of the foreign ministers of the Central Asian countries in Dushanbe, on Wednesday, 13 Sep. In his speech, Nurtleu … [Read more...]
Transport Ministers of Central Asian States Adopt Joint Communiqué at Dushanbe meeting, Approve Draft Agreement on Land Transport
The Central Asian countries highlighted the important role of transport and logistics as a basis for promoting international trade, economic growth and sustainable development. This is stated in the Joint Communique adopted today (13 Sep) following the First Meeting of transport ministers of the countries of the region, which took place in Dushanbe, the Ministry of Transport of … [Read more...]
Turkic States Look to Enhance Intraregional Connectivity Through Transport Corridors
The 2nd Meeting of the Heads of Railway Administrations of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) took place on 14 September 2023 in Istanbul under the moderation of Mirvokhid Azimov, Deputy Secretary General of the Organization of Turkic States. The meeting was attended by the Secretary General of OTG K.Omuraliev, as well as heads and deputy heads of railway companies of … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan to host First Inter-Parliamentary Forum of Central Asian Countries
On 9-10 February 2023, the First Inter-Parliamentary Forum of Central Asian states will be held in Turkestan, which will be attended by the heads of the parliaments of the regional countries, the foreign ministry of Kazakhstan reports. A meeting of the Inter-Parliamentary Forum will be held on 10 February, which will discuss issues of strengthening comprehensive strategic … [Read more...]
The EDB to channel most of its investment in Kazakhstan’s projects in 2023
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kazakhstan, met with the head of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) Nikolai Podguzov. In 2023, the Bank plans to invest over US $1.1 billion in Kazakhstan and promote international investment in Kazakhstan’s projects. The priority sectors are transport infrastructure and logistics, manufacturing, agriculture, green energy and water … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan Railway cargo turnover in 2022 was 252 billion ton-kilometers
The operational cargo turnover of Kazakhstan Railway was 252 billion ton-kilometers in 2022. This is 5.3% higher than the previous year. Karel Novak, in an article for the publication Rail Market writes, “This is the highest indicator for the years of independence of Kazakhstan. Also, the historical maximum volume of traffic between Kazakhstan and China exceeded - 23 million … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Energy revealed some details of the gas deal with Gazprom
On 24 January 2023, negotiations on cooperation in the gas sector were held between the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Russian company Gazprom, which considered technical possibilities of natural gas supplies from Russia to Uzbekistan. "In accordance with the signed Roadmap, the bilateral working group agreed on the technical measures to be … [Read more...]
ECO Holds 26th Meeting of the Council of Ministers
The 26th Meeting of the ECO Council of Ministers (COM) was held in Tashkent on 24 January 2023 under the chairmanship of the Acting Foreign Minister of Uzbekistan Bakhtiyor Saidov. The event was attended by: Foreign minister of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov Foreign minister of Iran Hossein Amir Abdollahiyan Foreign minister of Kazakhstan - Mukhtar Tleuberdi … [Read more...]
Institute of Forecasting and Macroeconomic Research of Uzbekistan assessed the intraregional cooperation in Central Asia
Today, more and more countries are paying attention to deepening integration processes with their neighbors. This is especially evident within the regions. There is an increase in the so-called regionalization. Regionalization is a response of countries to external conditions, a potential to strengthen their positions on the global market and address existing intraregional … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan participated in the meeting of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea in Dushanbe
On 5 June 2023, a regular meeting of the Board of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) was held in Dushanbe, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Tajikistan reports. The delegation of Turkmenistan was headed by Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan Annageldy Yazmyradov. The meeting was attended by high-ranking delegations of … [Read more...]
Kazinform: The future of Central Asia discussed in Kazakhstan
Today (20 January), the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KISS) under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan hosted an expert meeting "Central Asia-2030: Images of the Future", Kazinform reports. The event discussed topical issues of the development of cooperation between the Central Asian countries … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan-China trade turnover in 2022 exceeded USD 31 billion
The trade turnover between Kazakhstan and China in 2022 reached USD 31.2 billion, report several media outlets. Kazinform news service of Kazakhstan reports that the high dynamics of mutual trade growth of 23.6% year on year was mainly achieved due to an increase in Kazakhstan's supplies to China of agricultural products by 133.7%, raw energy products - 58%, chemical … [Read more...]
UNESCO launches a new regional project on Cryosphere in Central Asia
On 6-7 July 2023, the UNESCO Almaty Cluster Office in cooperation with the Intergovernmental Hydrological Programme organized an inception workshop on "Strengthening the resilience of Central Asian countries by enabling regional cooperation to assess high altitude glacio-nival systems to develop integrated methods for sustainable development and adaptation to climate change" … [Read more...]
Caspian Sea is shrinking fast. Littoral countries are trying to find a solution but it is a global responsibility.
nCa Commentary “ . . by 2100, water levels in the Caspian Sea could drop by another 8 to 30 meters (26 to 98 feet).” This is an alarming quote from a research paper titled, “The fate of the Caspian Sea under projected climate change and water extraction during the 21st century.” It was authored by Sifan A Koriche, Joy S Singarayer, and Hannah L Cloke, and published by … [Read more...]
Uniting for Progress: EU and UN Support the Launch of the Central Asian Alliance to End Gender-Based Violence
UN Kazakhstan, Elnara Bainazarova, RCO Communications and Advocacy Adviser Caption: Official launch of the Central Asian Alliance to End Gender-Based Violence Photo: © UN Women Steering Committee meeting of the Spotlight Initiative Regional Programme for Central Asia and Afghanistan The Central Asian Alliance to End Gender-Based … [Read more...]
UNODC and CARICC organized a Regional Training on Joint Cross Border Operations for Law Enforcement Agencies of Central Asia
On 7 - 11 August 2023, a regional training on joint cross border operations for law enforcement officers from the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and the Republic of Uzbekistan was held in Almaty, Kazakhstan, UNODC said in a press release. The event was conducted within the framework of the Cross-Border Cooperation … [Read more...]
UNRCCA conducts national consultations on the counter-terrorism early warning network for Central Asia
In July 2023, the United Nations Regional Centre for Preventive Diplomacy for Central Asia (UNRCCA), in close partnership with the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), held a series of national consultations on the Counter-Terrorism Early Warning Network for Central Asia. The purpose of these meetings was to discuss substantial and operational issues of the … [Read more...]
President of Kazakhstan visits UAE – Nine documents signed – Joint statement issued
nCa Report In his official visit to the UAE that also combined with his participation in the opening of the ADSW Summit 2023, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan had a meeting with the UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Tuesday, 17 January 2023. The talks, held in tete-a-tete led to the signing of nine bilateral documents. The presidents issued a … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan to start importing Russian gas in October – by September, the Uzbek gas transportation system to get ready for receiving supplies
A contract for the supply of Russian gas to Uzbekistan and a Roadmap for preparing the nation's gas transportation system for the acceptance and transportation of Russian pipeline gas were signed last week on the sidelines of the 26th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. UzGasTrade JSC and Gazprom Export LLC concluded the gas purchase and sale agreement for a period … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan: President Mirziyoyev proposed to adopt the SCO Code of Good Neighborliness, Trust and Cross-Border Partnership
In his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev assessed the cardinal changes taking place in the system of international relations – the intensification of geopolitical tensions and escalation of conflicts, the emergence of new risks and threats to global stability and sustainable development, the growing challenges in the field of … [Read more...]
What did Kazakhstan and Afghanistan agree on at the meeting in Astana?
Author: Anelya Kasymova 3 August 2023, 18:43 ASTANA. KAZINFORM - A Kazakh-Afghan business forum is being held in Astana these days. More than 200 Afghan entrepreneurs from various sectors of the economy arrived in the capital of Kazakhstan, Kazinform correspondent reports. The meeting was opened by Deputy Prime Minister - Minister … [Read more...]