EBRD and Shinhan Bank help upgrade conference hub in Almaty
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Shinhan Bank Kazakhstan (SBK) are helping to increase the capacity and attractiveness of Kazakhstan’s major conference hub,
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Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan destined for cooperation
Being close neighbors with centuries-long ties and common roots, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan continue to deepen their relationship, setting a good example for regional
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IFC invests in Tajikistan’s first green bond
The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has announced a subscription of up to $10 million in a
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On the language issue in Uzbekistan
The recent summoning of the Uzbek ambassador to Russia over remarks made by the rector of the University of Journalism in Tashkent highlights
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US government provides English textbooks for schools in Tajikistan
U.S. Ambassador to Tajikistan Manuel Micaller and the Aga Khan Development Network Resident Representative Qozidavlat Qoimdodov on February 15 joined Tajik Minister of
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World Bank announces next phase of support for Afghanistan people
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors on February 15 endorsed an adjusted approach to support the people of Afghanistan. “Approach 3.0” will
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EBRD acquires minority stake in Air Astana
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) on February 14 said it has invested $41.99 million into shares of Kazakhstan’s flagship carrier, Air Astana,
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Russia summons Uzbek ambassador over university rector’s comments
Russia’s Foreign Ministry said on February 14 that it summoned the Uzbek ambassador to Russia, Botirjon Asadov, over a recent statement by Sherzod
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Kazakhstan seeks to become key transit hub along Trans-Caspian Transport Corridor
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and subsequent economic sanctions imposed by the west have underlined the urgency of finding alternative trade routes between Europe
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Kazakhstan president visits Qatar
During his official visit to Qatar on February 14, Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev held talks with Amir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad
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UN, EU diplomats discuss Afghanistan with Central Asian officials
The UN secretary-general’s envoy for Afghanistan met on February 14 in Bishkek with EU and Central Asian officials to discuss joint efforts to
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Kazakhstan to continue democratic reforms in the field of human rights
On February 13, comprehensive presentation on democratic reforms was delivered to the diplomatic community accredited in Kazakhstan, on the eve of the regular
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USAID marks achievements in tuberculosis prevention and treatment in Tajikistan
The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and in collaboration with the Tajikistan Ministry of Health, the National TB
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Kazakhstan: Authorities block website dedicated to LGBT relations
Kazakhstan’s Culture and Information Ministry said it has blocked the Selftanu.kz website, which focuses on LGBT relations, RFE/RL’s Kazakh Service reported. The ministry
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FAO and IUCN to help Uzbekistan restore landscapes and land resources
On February 12, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the Ministry of Ecology, Environmental Protection and Climate Change of
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In 2024, EDB will continue to actively invest in Kazakhstan projects
On February 12, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev met with Nikolai Podguzov, the chairman of the Eurasian Development Bank’s (EDB) Management Board. Podguzov
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First Green University opened in Uzbekistan
The opening ceremony of the Central Asian University of Environmental and Climate Change Studies (Green University) took place in Uzbekistan’s Tashkent region on
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China’s Xinjiang provides $100 thousand to Kyrgyzstan to help recover from heating plant accident
The government of China’s Xinjiang will provide humanitarian financial assistance in the amount of 100 thousand US dollars to help Kyrgyzstan overcome the
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Unveiling the ECG World Coaching Championship: A Fusion of Art, Education and Nature
The upcoming ECG World Coaching Championship is set to take place in the breath-taking landscapes of Kyrgyzstan from 22nd to 29th June. Organized
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President Japarov accuses US of interfering in Kyrgyzstan’s internal affairs
Kyrgyzstan has published the text of a letter by President Sadyr Japarov to U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, in which the Central
