nCa Report National leader of the Turkmen people Arkadag Berdimuhamedov took part in the meeting “Central Asia + Germany” - Agenda and results of the working visit to Berlin Meeting with President of the Federal Republic of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier Meeting in the Eastern Committee of the German Economy - Turkmenistan takes a firm position on gas supplies to … [Read more...]
Tatarstan hosted Moscow format of consultations on Afghanistan – Kazan Declaration adopted
nCa Report On 29 September 2023, the 5th meeting of the Moscow format of Consultations on Afghanistan was held in Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan (Russian Federation). The meeting was attended by special representatives on Afghanistan, and senior officials from Russia, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Kyrgyzstan, China, UAE, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Türkiye, Tajikistan, … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan Ministry of Defense: Conference of General staff chiefs of the Central and South Asian countries was held in Tashkent
On 27 September 2023, a regular conference of the chiefs of General staffs of the Central and South Asian countries, was held at the Palace of international forum “Uzbekistan” in Tashkent. At the event chiefs of General staff of the Armed Forces of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, as well as the commander of the US Central Command took … [Read more...]
Economies of Central Asia demonstrate strong growth in the first half of 2023, EBRD says
Central Asian economies posted strong growth in the past year, driven by government spending, China’s reopening and its demand for Central Asian commodities, intermediated trade with, and exports to, Russia, as well as remittances and relocation of companies and individuals from Russia, according to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development’s (EBRD) latest Regional … [Read more...]
Tajikistan hosted inaugural meeting of the High–level Working Group on the Multimodal corridor “Tajikistan–Uzbekistan– Turkmenistan-Iran-Türkiye” – China joined the event
On 21 September 2023, the first meeting of the High–level Working Group on the Multimodal Corridor "Tajikistan –Uzbekistan – Turkmenistan–Iran-Türkiye" (TUTIT) + China was held in Dushanbe under the auspices of the ECO (Economic Cooperation Organization). As previously reported, in accordance with the recommendation of the "Ankara Declaration" adopted by the 11th Meeting of … [Read more...]
Presidents of the Central Asian countries to travel Germany next week
On 29 September 2023, Federal President of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier will meet with the Presidents of Central Asian countries in Berlin. This date is indicated in the calendar of meetings, which is posted on the official website of the Federal President. According to the information, “Steinmeier is expected to have a conversation with President of Kazakhstan … [Read more...]
Speaker of Mejlis of Turkmenistan attended first Forum of the Speakers of the Parliaments of Central Asia – S.Korea
On September 19, 2023, the parliamentary delegation of Turkmenistan led by the Chairman of the Mejlis D. Gulmanova participated in Seoul in the first Forum of the Speakers of the Parliaments of the Central Asian States and the Republic of Korea on the topic "Development of mutually beneficial relations focused on the future". The meeting was also attended by the Speakers of … [Read more...]
Эмомали Рахмон и Сердар Бердымухамедов провели переговоры. Подписано 23 документа
Фото: пресс-служба президента РТ В Душанбе сегодня состоялись таджикско-туркменские переговоры на высшем уровне: сначала лидеры двух стран поговорили «тет-а-тет», а затем с участием официальных делегаций сторон. По итогам переговоров подписано 23 документа о сотрудничестве. В ходе переговоров президенты Таджикистана и Туркменистана подробно обсудили широкий спектр … [Read more...]
Туркменские перспективы: Президентам Таджикистана и Туркменистана есть о чем поговорить, а главное – договориться
Автор: Пайрав Чоршанбиев, Asia-Plus Сердар Бердымухамедов утром прилетел в Душанбе - Фото: пресс-служба президента РТ Сегодня в Таджикистан с государственным визитом приехал президент Туркменистана Сердар Бердымухамедов. В рамках визита пройдет встреча глав двух государств, в ходе которой президенты рассмотрят широкий комплекс вопросов, связанных с двусторонним … [Read more...]
Turkmen Perspectives: The Presidents of Tajikistan and Turkmenistan have something to talk about, and most importantly, to agree
Author: Payrav Chorshanbiev, Asia-Plus Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived in Dushanbe in the morning -- Photo: press service of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov arrived in Tajikistan today on a state visit. During the visit, the heads of the two states will meet, during which the presidents will consider a wide range … [Read more...]
(UPDATED) 4th Afghanistan’s neighboring countries ministerial meeting stressed the need to develop joint actions to assist the country
nCa Report Contents China is willing to work with neighboring countries to provide support to Afghanistan TASS: Russia pointed out the unacceptability of the deployment of US military infrastructure in Afghanistan’s neighborhood Pakistan: Afghanistan’s neighbors, all have a vested interest and stake in seeing peace and stability return to Afghanistan Iran: … [Read more...]
(UPDATED) Foreign Ministers of Russia and Central Asian countries discussed progress in multilateral cooperation
On 14 April 2023, the sixth meeting of foreign ministers in the Central Asia + Russia format was held in Samarkand. The sides considered promising areas of six–party cooperation reflecting the agreements reached during the first Russia-Central Asia summit held in October 2022. They discussed cooperation between Russia and Central Asia in the political and diplomatic, … [Read more...]
A regional meeting on facilitating cross-border trade in Central Asia was held in Tashkent
On Tuesday, Tashkent hosted the 9th regional meeting of the National Committees for Trade Facilitation in Central Asia within the framework of the project "Trade Facilitation in Central Asia", implemented by the German Society for International Cooperation GIZ GmbH. Representatives of the public and private sectors from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and … [Read more...]
5th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia in Tajikistan – Outcomes
nCa Report On 14 September 2023, the fifth anniversary Consultative Meeting of the heads of state of Central Asia was held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan. The Central Asian summit, chaired by the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon, was attended by: Kazakhstan - President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev Kyrgyzstan - President Sadyr Zhaparov Turkmenistan - President Serdar … [Read more...]
China and Central Asian countries held the first Meeting of Ministers of Economy and Trade
On 18 April 2023, the First Meeting of the Ministers of Economy and Trade "China – Central Asia" was held via videoconference, the Ministry of Economy and Commerce of Kyrgyzstan reports. Turkmenistan was represented at the meeting by the Minister of Trade and Foreign Economic Relations Begench Gochmollayev. The online session was also attended by Minister of Economy and … [Read more...]
China resolutely opposes any external interference in the internal affairs of Central Asian countries says Qin Gang
China will resolutely oppose any external interference in the internal affairs of Central Asian countries, stated Chinese Foreign Minister Qin Gang Wednesday during the separate talks with Central Asian countries' senior diplomats who have visited China for the coming 4th China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers' Meeting in Xi'an, Shaanxi Province, Xinhua reports. He also added … [Read more...]
ADB: Narrowing the flood and earthquake risk protection gap in Central Asia
With climate change set to exacerbate the frequency and severity of disaster events, Central Asia and South Asia face a growing risk protection gap. KEY TAKEAWAYS With climate change set to exacerbate the frequency and severity of natural hazards, Central Asia and South Asia face higher risk to lives and livelihoods. Pre-arranged disaster risk financing can help … [Read more...]
Chinese Foreign Ministry announced China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
The fourth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting will be chaired by State Councilor and Foreign Minister of China Qin Gang on 27 April in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, said today Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning during regular press conference. According to the information, the meeting will be attended by: Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Tajikistan deepen strategic partnership – Serdar Berdimuhamedov and Emomali Rahmon held talks in Dushanbe – 23 documents signed
nCa Report On 10 May, 2023, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov started his state visit to Tajikistan. Following the summit talks, the Presidents of Turkmenistan and Tajikistan signed a Declaration on deepening strategic partnership. 23 documents were inked by two delegations that significantly expand the range of friendly Turkmen-Tajik relations. Serdar … [Read more...]
FMs of Russia and Central Asian countries will meet in Samarkand next week
On 14 April 2023, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will take part in the sixth meeting of the foreign ministers of Russia and Central Asia – Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – to be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, the Russian Foreign Ministry reports. The event will discuss promising areas of six-party cooperation in the … [Read more...]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov awarded the highest award of the heads of Central Asian states – “Badge of Honor”
At the end of the Consultative Meeting of the heads of Central Asian states in Dushanbe, a solemn ceremony was held to award the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov with the Badge of Honor of the heads of Central Asian states. He is in Dushanbe on a working visit at the invitation of the Tajikistan … [Read more...]
Humanitarian cooperation discussed at the regular meeting of the CIS Foreign Ministers in Samarkand
The meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Commonwealth of Independent States was held on 14 April 2023 in Samarkand. The event was attended by foreign ministers and high-ranking officials of Azerbaijan, Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, as well as CIS Secretary General Sergey Lebedev. In a broad … [Read more...]
International Conference “Central Asia: towards sustainable future through strong regional institution”
International Conference “Central Asia: Towards sustainable future through strong regional institution” The dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the International Fund for saving the Aral Sea will be held on 5-7 June 2023 in Dushanbe, Republic of Tajikistan. For 30 years of its activity, IFAS has been able to provide a regional platform for dialogue and cooperation to … [Read more...]
UK Minister for Europe to visit Tajikistan and Turkmenistan
Minister for Europe of the United Kingdom Leo Docherty will visit Tajikistan and Turkmenistan to step up engagement with these countries in the field of energy security, climate and strengthening trade ties, the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office said. On the eve of his trip, Leo Docherty commented: “Since their independence, the UK has been unwavering in its … [Read more...]
Astana to host USA+CA session on Afghanistan
Thomas West, the US Special Representative for Afghanistan, and Rina Amiri, the Special Envoy for Afghan Women, Girls, and Human Rights, will travel to Astana, Kazakhstan, and Doha, Qatar, from July 26 to 31, says US State Department. In Astana, they will meet with their counterparts from Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan for a C5+1 … [Read more...]
Biden plans summit with Central Asian leaders
US President Joe Biden plans to hold the first summit in the C5+1 format with the participation of the Presidents of Central Asian countries. This follows from a letter addressed by Biden to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan. “I hope you will join me and our fellow leaders for a formal C5+1 meeting on September 19 or September 20 to discuss how we can all … [Read more...]
CADAP: A delegation from Central Asia learns about prevention, treatment and harm reduction services for drug addicts in Spain
Delegates from institutions in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan – key countries on the heroin route to Europe participate in a study visit today in Madrid and Barcelona in order to learn about the Spanish experience and improve their institutional capacity to develop, coordinate and implement drug policies, as well as to learn about the … [Read more...]
CAREC Think Tanks Explore Role of Digital Adoption in Driving Sustainable Economic Development in Central Asia
The Seventh CAREC Think Tank Development Forum was held in Urumqi, China on 16-17 August 2023. The two-day forum under the theme of “Embracing Digital Technology for Sustainable Economic Development” was organized by the CAREC Institute in partnership with China-Eurasia Expo Secretariat and Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region Finance Department, and with financial support from … [Read more...]
Central Asia in the Taliban Era | A Conversation with George F. Kennan Fellow Mélanie Sadozaï
By Mélanie Sadozaï on July 10, 2023 2022: Cross-Border Bridge between Tajikistan and Afghanistan Q: Describe your background and what brought you to the Wilson Center. I received my PhD in International Relations at the National Institute for Oriental Languages and Civilizations in Paris in October 2022. My PhD research was on the … [Read more...]
Central Asia to consolidate efforts in solving problems of the environment and sustainable development
Astana – Kazakhstan – On September 4-5, 2023, the third meeting of the Advisory Council of the Interstate Commission on Sustainable Development of Central Asian Countries (ICSD) was held. In his welcoming speech, the Minister of Ecology and Natural Resources of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Yerlan Nysanbayev, stressed the importance of this meeting. “Since its inception, … [Read more...]
Central Asian countries finalize a Regional Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change
On 4-5 July 2023, the 4th meeting of the Regional Working Group on the development of a Regional Strategy for Adaptation to Climate Change in Central Asia under the Green Central Asia initiative implemented by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) was held in a hybrid format in Almaty, Kazakhstan, the Neutral Turkmenistan newspaper writes. The text of the … [Read more...]
Central Asian countries seek to boost digital economy cooperation – Central Asia’s GDP is growing faster than the world economy
On 14 September 2023, the Economic Forum of Central Asian Countries on the topic "Digital Economy, E-commerce and Innovations" was held in Dushanbe. The forum was attended by a delegation of Turkmenistan headed by the Minister of Economy and Finance of Turkmenistan Serdar Jorayev. The Turkmen delegation included heads and representatives of a number of ministries and … [Read more...]
Central Asian experts discuss issues of data-driven economic policy development
More than 150 representatives of government agencies and experts from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Mongolia and the UK are taking part in the second conference "Effective Governance for Economic Development in Central Asia", which is taking place on May 17-18 in Almaty. Participants discuss innovative approaches and share best practices in … [Read more...]
Central Asian Leaders to adopt a package of documents in Dushanbe
A package of five documents is expected for adoption following the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States, to be held in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, on 14-15 September 2023. The statement was made by deputy foreign minister of Tajikistan Sodik Imomi at a press briefing on Wednesday, 30 Aug 2023. The set of the documents include: Joint statement of the Heads … [Read more...]
Central Asian Ministries of Health unite forces at high-level meeting in Dushanbe
High-level focal points from Ministries of Health of Central Asian countries met in Dushanbe in the Republic of Tajikistan on June 27th, to discuss how subregional collaboration and prioritized activities and investments can accelerate delivery on global, regional and national commitments for health and well-being. This meeting, organized by the World Health Organization, paved … [Read more...]
Tajikistan starts preparing for the September summits of the heads of Central Asian states and IFAS
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan informed that on 14-15 September 2023, the Fifth Anniversary Consultative Meeting of the heads of Central Asian states will be held in Dushanbe under the chairmanship of President Emomali Rahmon. A regular meeting of the Council of the Heads of the Founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea will be held in … [Read more...]
Central Asian Silk Road Zarafshan-Karakum Corridor Added to UNESCO World Heritage List
Today, the expanded 45th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, took the decision to inscribe the Silk Roads: Zarafshan-Karakum corridor on the World Heritage List. Turkmenistan is represented at the session by a delegation headed by Ambassador, Permanent Representative of Turkmenistan to UNESCO Maksat Chariev. According to the Embassy of … [Read more...]
Central Asian Transport Ministers to Meet in Dushanbe for First Time
The 5th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States will be held in Dushanbe on 14-15 September 2023. The Ministers of Transport of the five countries of the region will meet for the first time on 13 September, the Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan reports. It is expected that the meeting, which will be held under the chairmanship of the Minister of Transport … [Read more...]
Turkmen FM attended SPECA Ministerial Meeting in Geneva
The Turkmen delegation headed by the foreign minister Rashid Meredov is on working visit to Geneva to participate in a number of major international events and hold meetings in international organizations, Turkmenistan’s Foreign Ministry said. On 17 April 2023, the delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the ministerial meeting for the countries participating in the United … [Read more...]
Chart of the Day: China-Central Asia relations enter a new era of mutual trust and benefit
China has established a comprehensive strategic partnership, advanced the building of a community with a shared future for mankind at the bilateral level, and signed the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) cooperation documents with all five Central Asian countries. The latest milestone took place in January this year, when China and Turkmenistan elevated the bilateral … [Read more...]
China To Accelerate Tajikistan Investments To Speed Up Turkmenistan-Uzbekistan-Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan-China Gas Pipeline
China’s Vice Premier, He Lifeng, has been discussing with his counterpart Rustam Emomali of Tajikistan an acceleration of the Line “D” construction of the Turkmenistan-Uzbekistan-Tajikistan-Kyrgyzstan-China gas pipeline. Emomali is also responsible for Tajikistan’s State power and is on an official visit to China to deal directly with this and other projects bottleneck issues. … [Read more...]
BOMCA advanced the skills of Central Asian training institutions, border guard, migration and law enforcement agencies on document security
On March 15, 2023, in Termez, the Border Management Programme in Central Asia (BOMCA 10) held a regional online workshop for teaching staff of the border guard, migration and law enforcement agencies, as well as for the training institutions from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan. To share the best practices from the region and from the EU, the … [Read more...]
Climate change – Central Asia is united at various platforms including CAREC
Central Asia is fully conscious of the challenges posed by the climate change, global warming and related complications. The region is united for the sake of the shared future. Regional Environmental Center for Central Asia (CAREC) is among the various platforms that bring the countries of Central Asia together for dealing with issues related to climate change. Here are … [Read more...]
UNECE: Central Asia would need a massive shift rather than a massive increase in investment to reach net zero by 2050
Today, fossil fuels account for 95% of total energy supply in the 5 countries of Central Asia - - Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan - that are members of UNECE. A massive shift away from fossil fuels and towards renewable sources will be needed for countries to comply with their obligations under the Paris Agreement and shift to a low-carbon … [Read more...]
Delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the second EU-Central Asia Economic Forum in Almaty – Joint Press statement issued following forum
On 19 May 2023, a high-level plenary session on strengthening trade and economic relations between the European Union and Central Asia was held within the framework of the 2nd EU-Central Asia Economic Forum in Almaty, the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Kazakhstan reports. The purpose of the High-level Forum is to promote cooperation between EU and Central Asian countries in key … [Read more...]
Digital technologies to be discussed at Economic Forum of Central Asian countries
The Economic Forum of the Central Asian States on the topic of "Digital Economy, Digital Trade and Innovation" will be held in Dushanbe on 14 September 2023. The forum is one of a series of events held within the framework of the Fifth 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 … [Read more...]
DUSHANBE COMMUNIQUE of the First Meeting of Transport Ministers of Central Asian States
(Unofficial translation) On Wednesday, 13 September, within the framework of the Fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States, the First Meeting of transport ministers of Central Asian states took place, following which the Dushanbe Communique was adopted. The full text of the document follows. Heads of ministries and departments of Central … [Read more...]
Dushanbe Gears Up for the Summit of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan announced on Wednesday, 30 Aug, that preparations are underway for the next meeting of the Council of the Heads of the Founding States of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea. The meeting will be held on 14-15 September 2023 in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, in conjunction with the 5th Anniversary Consultative Meeting of the Heads … [Read more...]
Движение “Талибан” модернизировало знаки и символику на границах с соседними странами
Правительство движения "Талибан" завершило реализацию плана по модернизации пограничных знаков и символики на границе с Ираном, Туркменистаном, Узбекистаном, Таджикистаном и Китаем. Об этом упомянул исполняющий обязанности министра по делам границ и племен Ноорулла Нури в своем ежегодном докладе, сообщают афганские СМИ. Он сказал, что смена знаков и символики была … [Read more...]
Dushanbe hosted Second Forum of Rectors of Higher Professional Educational Institutions of Central Asia
The Second Forum of Rectors of Higher Professional Educational Institutions of Central Asian States was held on 13 September 2023, in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, as part of the Fifth Consultative Meeting of the Heads of Central Asian States. The forum was attended by representatives of 70 higher educational institutions from Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and … [Read more...]