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Uzbekistan holds 5th Tashkent Anti-Corruption Forum

The Fifth Tashkent Anti-Corruption Forum took place in Uzbekistan on October 23, bringing together more than 250 government officials, civil society representatives and international experts from across the globe to foster dialogue and cooperation in combating corruption. The Forum’s theme — “From Discussions to Real Change” — reflects Uzbekistan’s ongoing commitment to translating anti-corruption initiatives into tangible results, the

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International Affairs UZB

ADB invests in STEM for youth empowerment in Uzbekistan

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $100 million concessional loan to support Uzbekistan in enhancing the quality of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education in secondary schools.  The Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in Secondary Education Project aims to equip Uzbekistan’s youth with modern, innovation-driven skills essential for sustainable and inclusive growth—enabling the country

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan showcases investment potential in London

The investment strategy and economic priorities of Kazakhstan were presented to the international business community at an exclusive panel session titled “Kazakhstan – Diplomacy & Trade: Middle Power Countries”, held on October 20-21 as part of the Future Resilience Forum 2025 in London. The Kazakh delegation was led by Alibek Kuantyrov, Deputy Minister of Foreign

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Business & Economy KG

Kyrgyzstan sees continued decline in foreign trade and export

According to the latest figures published by the National Statistical Committee of Kyrgyzstan, the country’s foreign trade continues to decline, with a decrease in both exports and imports. In January-August 2025, Kyrgyzstan’s foreign trade decreased by 9.1% compared to the same period in 2024, amounting to $9.8 billion. Exports fell by 23.7% to $1.7 billion

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International Affairs RU UZB

Regions of Uzbekistan and Russia strengthen cooperation

On October 22, the Second Meeting of the Council of Regions of Uzbekistan and Russia was held in the Moscow Region. The Russian delegation was led by Denis Manturov, First Deputy Prime Minister of the Russian Federation, while the Uzbek delegation was headed by Jamshid Khodjayev, Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan. The forum reaffirmed the

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan increases grain exports to old and new markets

From September 1 to October 19, 2025, Kazakhstan exported 1.6 million tons of grain of this year’s harvest, a 14% increase compared to the same period last year (1.4 million tons), according to the Ministry of Agriculture. Kazakh grain is exported by rail transport. The largest growth in export volumes was to countries of Central

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Business & Economy KG

Innovative technology hub to be established in Kyrgyzstan

The Central Asia Capital investment fund and the Ministry of Digital Development and Innovative Technologies of Kyrgyzstan have signed a memorandum aimed at establishing the country’s first innovative technology hub, Central Asia Hub, a platform for the development of high technology and localization of production. According to Central Asia Capital, the new hub will span

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Business & Economy Eurasia UZB

CENTRAL ASIA OIL & GAS FORUM 2025: A Business Platform for Strengthening Regional Cooperation

As partnership among Turkic states actively strengthens, direct business communication is more important than ever. That is why the key sector event — the Central Asia Oil & Gas Forum — will take place on October 30-31 in Tashkent, initiated by GLENMAR. This is the only platform that unites the entire value chain: •   Producers:

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Art & Culture Eurasia KZ World

‘The Black Cloak’ to premiere on the British stage

Only One Night in London: a truly special event of the theatrical season, presented in a unique cast and stage version that will not be repeated. The Arts Stage theatre presents the play “The Black Cloak”, based on the parable of the same name by renowned Ossetian playwright Georgy Khugaev. The production combines the mystical

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Business & Economy UZB

Uzbekistan bets on artificial intelligence

On October 21, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev chaired a videoconference to discuss the accelerated implementation of artificial intelligence technologies in public administration, economic sectors, and the country’s regions. “Today, humanity is confidently entering a new era of civilization – the era of artificial intelligence. Regardless of the field in which change occurs, those who show persistence,

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Business & Economy UZB

Uzbekistan launches second phase of IT Park project in Tashkent

On October 21, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the IT Park in Mirzo Ulugbek district of the capital and took part in the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the project’s second phase. Two years ago, as part of the first phase, implemented through investments totaling $200 million, six office buildings ranging from 20 to 25

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Eurasia Geo Politics KZ

President of Azerbaijan pays state visit to Kazakhstan

On October 21, the second meeting of the Azerbaijan-Kazakhstan Supreme Interstate Council was held in Astana with the participation of President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Special attention was paid to expanding trade and economic ties. The two countries agreed to take the necessary measures to double bilateral trade turnover

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan’s first hot briquetted iron plant to be constructed in Rudny

A plant producing hot briquetted iron (HBI) will be constructed in Rudny in Kazakhstan’s Kostanay region to become one of the largest next-generation metallurgy facilities in Central Asia and the first HBI plant in Kazakhstan. On October 20, Eurasian Resources Group (ERG), a global metals and mining company headquartered in Luxembourg, signed a contract with

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Eurasia Geo Politics KZ

Azerbaijan’s President Aliyev on relations with Kazakhstan

Ahead of his state visit to Kazakhstan, which begins on October 21, the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, gave an exclusive interview to Kazinform News Agency. In the interview, published on the official website of the Azeri president, Aliyev spoke about his view of bilateral cooperation with Kazakhstan and ongoing partnerships in trade, transport, energy,

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International Affairs TJK

Sudipto Mukerjee: ‘UNDP’s task is to support a country at the right moment’

In his first interview in Dushanbe, Sudipto Mukerjee, Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Tajikistan, spoke with journalist Shoira Toirova about how the country’s development priorities are changing, why young people are becoming a key factor of sustainability, and how innovation, climate adaptation, and local solutions are shaping the region’s future.

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International Affairs KZ UZB

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan strengthen partnership in healthcare

The forum “Kazakhstan–Uzbekistan: Cooperation in Healthcare, Technology, and Personnel” opened in Tashkent on October 17, as part of the Days of Kazakh Medicine in Uzbekistan. “Our countries share a common desire to develop sustainable, accessible, and technologically advanced healthcare systems. Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan are addressing similar challenges in modernization, personnel training, digital transformation, and innovation.

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Business & Economy UZB

‘HoReCa Expo Uzbekistan 2025’ kicks off in Tashkent

On October 21-23, the largest event in Uzbekistan’s hospitality industry — “HoReCa Expo Uzbekistan 2025” — is taking place in Tashkent. The event is organized by the Tourism Committee and the Hoteliers Association of Uzbekistan. This specialized international exhibition brings together representatives from the hotel and restaurant sectors, equipment suppliers, technology providers, designers, architects, investors,

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Business & Economy KZ

Independent evaluation urges strategic shift in ADB’s engagement with Kazakhstan

A new evaluation by the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) Independent Evaluation Department (IED) calls for a strategic shift in ADB’s engagement in Kazakhstan. ADB should leverage its successful project-level investments and fully tap its diverse tools—lending modalities, knowledge work, capacity building, and policy dialogue—for an integrated approach that drives deeper engagement and tackles both urgent

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International Affairs UZB

EU and UNDP upskill specialists in AI and Data Science in Uzbekistan

A five-day seminar-training on “Upskilling ICT Specialists in Big Data, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence (AI)” was held in the Tashkent region, bringing together 30 participants representing the Ministry of Justice of Uzbekistan and other agencies involved in public service delivery and digitalisation, specialists from the Public Service Centers, and Data/AI experts from IT Park

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Business & Economy UZB

EBRD supports Uzbekistan’s agribusiness transformation

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is providing a senior loan of up to €5 million to the Global Export Company, one of the leading exporter of agricultural commodities in Uzbekistan, to support the company’s strategic shift from traditional commodity trading to processing operations that add value. The financing will contribute to Global

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