The name of Alisher Navoi shines like a bright star across centuries, illuminating the path for descendants. His works, which have become the heritage not only of Turkic peoples but of the entire world, serve as a bridge connecting cultures and people's hearts. On the eve of his 584th birth anniversary, a solemn flower-laying ceremony was held at the monument to the great poet … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan President’s Visit to Malaysia: Tashkent and Kuala Lumpur forge closer links, targeting strategic partnership
Malaysia and Uzbekistan have expressed their mutual desire to enhance their diplomatic relationship, with both nations agreeing to work toward establishing a strategic partnership in a joint statement released Wednesday (5 Feb) in Kuala Lumpur. President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan, who paid his first visit (4-5 Feb) to Malaysia since assuming office in December 2016, … [Read more...]
Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan discussed the prospects of increasing the capacity of the Farap-Alat checkpoints
On 4 February 2025, representatives of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan and the Customs Committee under the Ministry of Economy and Finance of the Republic of Uzbekistan held a videoconference meeting. The agenda included increasing the capacity of the Farap–Alat road checkpoints and discussing proposals from the parties on this issue. As noted, after the recent … [Read more...]
Artificial Intelligence in Central Asia: strategies, initiatives, prospects
nCa Report The development of artificial intelligence is becoming one of the key priorities of the state policy of the Central Asian countries. Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan demonstrate a systematic approach to the development of AI, forming the necessary infrastructure, training personnel and creating favorable conditions for … [Read more...]
Afghanistan’s Trade with Central Asia Reaches $1.6 Billion
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has announced that Afghanistan's trade with five Central Asian countries has reached a total value of $1.696 billion during the current solar year (March 2024 to March 2025), TOLOnews reported. According to ministry spokesperson Akhundzada Abdul Salam Jawad, exports accounted for $112 million of this trade volume, while imports made up … [Read more...]
EU Provides €8.8 Million Grant to Uzbekistan for Aral Sea Basin Land Restoration
The European Union has committed €8.8 million in grant funding to support land restoration efforts in Uzbekistan's Aral Sea Basin, with a new environmental initiative set to launch in 2025. This investment falls under the EU's broader "Green Central Asia" initiative, which tackles regional challenges related to water resources, energy, and climate change. The project will … [Read more...]
Mary International Airport permitted emergency landing for Uzbekistan’s Centrum Air flight
On 1 February 2025, the crew of Centrum Air flight C6 3336, en route from Medina to Fergana aboard an A321neo aircraft, detected an oil leak in one of the engines. The incident occurred while flying over Turkmenistan. In accordance with safety regulations, the captain decided to divert the aircraft to the nearest alternative airport — Mary International Airport. The crew’s … [Read more...]
Koytendag Mountain Ecosystem – UNESCO World Heritage Candidate
Shirin Karryeva, CLLC Project Manager On January 30, 2025, an online meeting was held at the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan (MOEPT) with representatives from the Michael Succow Foundation for Nature Conservation (MSF, Germany), the Center for Large Landscape Conservation (CLLC, USA), Slovak Speleological Society, French Côte d'Azur University, Ministry … [Read more...]
Comprehensive Report on E-Commerce Trends and Developments with Focus on Central Asia
E-commerce in 2025: Trends, Challenges, and Innovations The e-commerce landscape is constantly evolving, with new trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the way we buy and sell online. Here's a look at some of the key developments in the e-commerce world: 1. The Rise of AI-Powered Shopping Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the e-commerce … [Read more...]
Meeting in Brussels: The ambassadors of Central Asia and Mongolia discussed with the head of the European Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee preparations for key events in 2025
On 27 January 2025, at the initiative of the Ambassadors of Central Asia countries and Mongolia accredited in Belgium, a meeting was held in Brussels with David McAllister, Chairman of the European Parliament’s Committee on Foreign Affairs (AFET), the Embassy of Kazakhstan to Belgium reports. The meeting participants discussed preparations for key events, including: • 6th … [Read more...]
Japanese PM’s Envoy Embarks on Diplomatic Tour of Central Asia
Special Advisor to the Japanese Prime Minister, Mr. Nagashima Akihisa, begins a diplomatic mission to Central Asia as Special Envoy of the Prime Minister. The 11-day tour will cover all five Central Asian nations in an effort to strengthen Japan's ties with the region. The trip, scheduled from 29 January to 8 February, will include visits to Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, … [Read more...]
Turkmen-Uzbek political consultations held in Tashkent
On 26-27 January 2025, the Turkmen delegation headed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov was on a visit to Uzbekistan. During the visit, political consultations were held at the level of the foreign ministers. During the consultations, the development of the political and diplomatic dialogue between the two countries was discussed, and the … [Read more...]
The President of Uzbekistan stressed the importance of expanding the agenda of the multifaceted partnership with Turkmenistan.
On 27 January 2025, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov met with President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Tashkent. The meeting took place within the framework of the visit of the Turkmen delegation to Uzbekistan with the purpose of holding the regular Uzbek-Turkmen political consultations. At the beginning of the … [Read more...]
EBRD sets an investment record in Central Asia
Anton Usov The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has set a new operational record in Central Asia by investing €2.26 billion through 121 projects in six regional economies last year – almost doubling its annual investment in Central Asia compared with 2023. It also mobilised €784 million from co-financiers, thus bringing more than €3 billion into the … [Read more...]
The 33rd anniversary of the formation of the Armed Forces of Uzbekistan celebrated in Ashgabat
On 15 January 2025, the Embassy of Uzbekistan in Turkmenistan hosted a briefing in honor of Defender of the Motherland Day and the 33rd anniversary of the founding of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The official guest of the Government of Turkmenistan was the Deputy Minister of Defense, Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Turkmenistan, Colonel … [Read more...]
Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan account for 95% of Central Asia’s total GDP, EDB says
The three largest economies — Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan — account for 95% of Central Asia’s total GDP and are net exporters of hydrocarbons, says Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) in the reports titled “Macroeconomic Forecasts 2025-2027”. In 2024, Central Asia’s nominal GDP could exceed $500bn. According to our estimates, it will increase by more than 10% and … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan Seeks Alternative Trade Corridors – Some will pass through Turkmenistan
The Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan is actively working to diversify international routes and create alternative transport corridors for cargo transportation. This move aims to reduce reliance on transit countries facing challenges and ensure the stability of foreign trade operations. Transport Minister Ilkhom Makhkamov emphasized this need, stating in an interview with … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan – UAE: Partnership for a Green Future
Alisher Kadirov, Head of Department, Institute for Strategic and Regional Studies under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Relations between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have been experiencing a period of rapid development in recent years, characterized by deepening cooperation in many areas, especially sustainable development and the … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan to build first storage power plants in Central Asia jointly with China
An ambitious project for the construction of the first storage hydropower plants in Central Asia will be implemented in Uzbekistan. This event marks an important step towards the energy independence of the region and the transition to more sustainable energy sources. Last week, during a visit to China, the Uzbek hydropower company “Uzbekgidroenergo” and the Chinese company … [Read more...]
Central Asia is a Key Vector of Uzbekistan’s Foreign Policy
Azamat Sulimanov, Head of Department, Institute for Strategic and Regional Studies under the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Analyzing the events of recent years, as well as the processes taking place in Central Asia, the radical changes that have taken place in the region in a fairly short period of time become obvious. Many experts agree that the region has … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan’s Eco-Course: Ban on AI-80, New Industrial Restrictions and Mandatory Plastic Recycling
By the end of 2025, Uzbekistan plans to completely abandon the use of AI-80 gasoline, which does not comply with the Euro-4 environmental standard and significantly pollutes the environment. This is reported by the Uz Daily agency. The ban stems from recommendations received from various sources, including the general public, international and local environmental … [Read more...]
PMs of Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan met at Tri-Border Point, push for regional integration
On 8 January 2025, a trilateral meeting was held between Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic-Head of the Presidential Administration Adylbek Kasymaliyev, Prime Minister of Uzbekistan Abdullah Aripov and Prime Minister of Tajikistan Kohir Rasulzoda. The premiers met at the junction of the state borders of the three countries — in the Batken region of … [Read more...]
Trading houses open up new opportunities for cooperation between Uzbekistan and Pakistan
The UzbekPak International Trade Center, as well as the UzbekPak Cultural Center, have opened in Karachi, Pakistan, the Dunyo news agency reports. The opening took place with the support of the Embassy of Uzbekistan and the Pakistani company Diners Group. According to Sohail Moten, the head of the Diners Group, the trading house and cultural center will serve to revive … [Read more...]
Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov and Shavkat Mirziyoyev discussed topical issues of Turkmen-Uzbek cooperation
During a telephone conversation on 30 December, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov congratulated each other and the fraternal peoples of the two countries on the coming 2025, sincerely wishing health, happiness, well-being, peace and prosperity, … [Read more...]
Turkmen experts visited the Surkhan State Nature Reserve in Uzbekistan – Transnational Nomination Koitendag and Surkhan nature reserves aim for UNESCO World Natural Heritage List
From December 16 to 20, 2024, specialists from Turkmenistan undertook a working trip to Uzbekistan as part of the Center for the Conservation of Large Landscapes (CLLC) project, "Improving the potential and connectivity between the reserves of Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan." The trip included visits to Termez and the Surkhan State Nature Reserve. This project, implemented … [Read more...]
Construction of China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway starts in Kyrgyzstan
On 27 December 2024, construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway started in Kyrgyzstan, which in the future will play a strategic role in accelerating cargo traffic between China and Europe. The groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, led by President Sadyr Japarov of Kyrgyzstan, took place in the village of … [Read more...]
New Residential Building Opens for Turkmen Embassy Staff in Tashkent
On 27 December 2024, a grand opening ceremony was held in Tashkent for a new apartment building designed to accommodate employees of the Embassy of Turkmenistan in the Republic of Uzbekistan. The ceremony was attended by a high-level Turkmen delegation led by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs A.Gurbanov. The festive event was also attended by officials from the Uzbekistan … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan took part in the informal CIS summit in Russia
On Wednesday, 25 December 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov took part in the informal summit of the CIS heads of state, which was held in the Leningrad Region, Russia. The summit was also attended by President of Russia Vladimir Putin, President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr … [Read more...]
Central Asia commits to end statelessness with Ashgabat Declaration
ALMATY – Central Asian States have reaffirmed their commitment to eradicate statelessness, adopting the Ashgabat Declaration on Ending Statelessness in Central Asia, published today in Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Tajik, Turkmen, Uzbek, Russian and English languages. Adopted by the Republic of Kazakhstan, the Kyrgyz Republic, the Republic of Tajikistan, Turkmenistan … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan is developing a program “From Poverty to Prosperity”
Mukhammadali Abdujabborov, leading research fellow of ISRS In recent years, Uzbekistan has achieved remarkable success in reducing poverty through a targeted government policy focused on improving the living conditions of its citizens in a comprehensive manner. The country's policy involves a strategic combination of economic reforms, social support and improvements in public … [Read more...]
How New Uzbekistan reduces state participation in the economy
Khalilillo Turakhujaev, Chairman of the Committee for the Development of Competition and Protection of Consumer Rights of the Republic of Uzbekistan A number of crucial institutional reforms have been introduced in last five years to further modernize and enhance Uzbekistan’s economic and competition policies. After a comparative study of international best practices, … [Read more...]
The President of Turkmenistan received credentials from the new Ambassador of Uzbekistan
On Friday, 13 December 2024, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov received credentials from the new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Uzbekistan Ravshanbek Alimov. During the meeting, the sides stressed the high level of bilateral cooperation and common interests. Ambassador Alimov conveyed greetings from the President of Uzbekistan Shavkat … [Read more...]
Inception of UNDP’s Regional Initiative to Enhance Urban Resilience in Central Asia
Central Asia is among the world’s most vulnerable regions to natural hazards and climate-induced challenges, including earthquakes, floods, droughts, avalanches, and landslides. Over the past decade, these disasters have claimed thousands of lives and impacted millions of people across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. With the added pressure of … [Read more...]
Turkmen and Uzbek customs officers strengthen cooperation in the field of personnel training
On 10 December 2024, an online meeting was held between the staff of the Training Center at the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan and the teaching staff of the Customs Institute of the Customs Committee of Uzbekistan. The meeting was a part of a Memorandum of Understanding between the two departments in the field of personnel training, signed in 2022. The parties … [Read more...]
What cross-border hubs is Kazakhstan developing?
Kazakhstan is actively developing cross-border hubs to enhance its position as a regional transport and logistics center in Central Asia and the Caspian region. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has instructed the government to establish fully-fledged transport and logistics hubs along Kazakhstan's borders with China, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Russia, as well as on the … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan supports exporters
Sadullo Salakhov, Deputy Head of the Department of the Ministry of Investments, industry and trade of Uzbekistan Export is a driver of the economy, enabling production growth, job creation, and GDP increase. Therefore, every country strives to support businesses seeking to expand their exports to foreign markets. This article discusses the comprehensive measures of direct … [Read more...]
Water issues, gas supplies and upcoming high-level meetings – The President of Uzbekistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people discussed key issues of cooperation
On 5 December 2024, a telephone conversation took place between the President Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan and the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Khalk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. During the conversation, the sides discussed in detail topical issues of further strengthening the Turkmen-Uzbek strategic partnership relations … [Read more...]
The new Ambassador of Uzbekistan presented copies of credentials to the Head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan
On 2 December 2024, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov held a meeting with the newly appointed Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Turkmenistan Ravshanbek Alimov, who presented copies of his credentials. Meredov congratulated the Ambassador on his appointment to a responsible post and expressed the readiness of the Turkmen side to provide assistance and … [Read more...]
Joint Statement of the Fifth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting (Full Text)
(unofficial translation) On 1 December 2024, Wang Yi, member of the Politburo of the CPC Central Committee, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Jeenbek Kulubayev, Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of … [Read more...]
Strengthening trade and economic ties in the region: Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan are developing an AEO agreement
Recently, Chairman of the State Customs Service of Turkmenistan Maksat Khudaikulyev met with Executive Secretary of the International Center for Transport Diplomacy Igor Runov. The meeting focused on the issue of concluding a trilateral Agreement on mutual recognition of Authorized Economic Operators (AEO) with the participation of Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and … [Read more...]
Strengthening multilateral cooperation: outcomes of the 5th meeting of the Foreign Ministers of China and Central Asian countries
On 1 December 2024, the fifth meeting of the Foreign Ministers of China and Central Asian countries took place in Chengdu. The meeting, which was chaired by Foreign Minister of China Wang Yi, was attended by: • Kazakhstan - Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs Murat Nurtleu. • Kyrgyzstan – Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeenbek Kulubayev • Tajikistan - … [Read more...]
The delegation of Turkmenistan took part in the ministerial meeting “Central Asia – China”
On 1 December 2024, a delegation from Turkmenistan, led by Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov, participated in the 5th meeting of foreign ministers of the Central Asia-China format, held in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China. Participants at the meeting emphasized the significant role of cooperation within the CA-China format in strengthening constructive partnerships and … [Read more...]
Uzbekistan’s New Envoy Arrives in Ashgabat
Ravshanbek Alimov, Uzbekistan's newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Turkmenistan, arrived in Ashgabat today, Uzbek news agency "Dunyo" reported. Alimov is 58 years old. He graduated from the Bauman Moscow State Technical University, the Academy of Public Administration under the President of Uzbekistan, Georgetown University (USA). He began his … [Read more...]
Central Asian countries adopt Dushanbe Declaration to advance green development and internationally agreed goals
Representatives of Central Asian countries today acknowledged the urgent need for regional cooperation in green development and committed to strengthen collaboration across critical sectors, including energy, trade digitalization, trade integration, trade facilitation, investment promotion, SME development, water cooperation and innovation ecosystems. The Dushanbe … [Read more...]
Chinese foreign minister to chair fifth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting
Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Chinese foreign minister, will chair the fifth China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers' Meeting from 30 November to 1 December in Chengdu, southwest China's Sichuan Province, Xinhua reports with reference to Chinese foreign ministry. Kazakhstan's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of … [Read more...]
UNRCCA, UNOCT, OSCE and Government of Uzbekistan organize the Second Meeting of the Working Groups of the Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees
UNRCCA, the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) Project Co-ordinator in Uzbekistan and the Government of Uzbekistan organized the second meeting of the working groups of the Central Asia Regional Expert Council on Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Returnees. The regional event, which took place … [Read more...]
Head of UNRCCA visits Termez
On 24 November 2024, SRSG for Central Asia and Head of UNRCCA, Kaha Imnadze, visited Termez, Uzbekistan, at the border with Afghanistan in order to get acquainted with the Regional UN Logistics Hub as well as the Free Economic Zone “Airitom” and the Education Centre for Afghan Nationals. The visit was facilitated by the Government of Uzbekistan. Mr. Imnadze was accompanied … [Read more...]
China Exim Bank opens a regional office in Uzbekistan
The Export-Import Bank of China (China Exim Bank) further strengthened its presence in Central Asia with the opening of a representative office in Tashkent on 22 November 2024. The China Exim Bank was founded in 1994. It is a state-owned political bank aimed to support China's foreign trade, investment and international economic cooperation, and is directly subordinate to … [Read more...]
From Bukhara to Turkmenabat: strengthening interregional ties between Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan
On November 21, the II Turkmen-Uzbek Interregional Forum took place as part of the second day of the national exhibition of Uzbek goods. The event brought together heads of trade and financial institutions, regional administrations, and private sector representatives from both countries. As the speakers from the Turkmen side noted, the organization of such events, which have … [Read more...]
Made in Uzbekistan Exhibition Opens in Turkmenistan
On 20 November 2024, the "Made in Uzbekistan" exhibition kicked off in Turkmenabat, Turkmenistan. The event coincides with the Second Turkmen-Uzbek Interregional Forum, showcasing a diverse range of Uzbek products and fostering collaboration between the two countries. The opening ceremony witnessed the presence of prominent figures, including Dilshod Rasulov, Deputy Chairman … [Read more...]