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Turkmenistan developing National Artificial Intelligence Strategy with UNDP support

On March 5 and 6, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan, held a seminar entitled “National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Strategy: Shaping Joint Solutions for Sustainable Development.” The event was organized within the framework of the regional initiative supporting the development of a National AI Strategy and was facilitated by international experts from

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International Affairs KG

Artificial glacier technology proves efficiency in Kyrgyzstan

A project to create artificial glaciers is being implemented in the Batken region in southern Kyrgyzstan with the support of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). The FAO recently organized an informational event to assess the results of the artificial glacier technology implementation in the region, according to FAO Kyrgyzstan. Representatives

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International Affairs UZB

EU and UNDP present new master plan for Uzbek city

A round table discussion on the Kuvasoy City Master Plan was held in Kuvasoy in Uzbekistan’s Fergana region on March 4, bringing together representatives of local and national authorities, development partners, urban planning experts, the private sector, civil society, and media to discuss the city’s future spatial, economic, and environmental development, the United Nations Development

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Business & Economy UZB

Uzbekistan set to boost pharmaceutical production

This year Uzbekistan plans to attract at least $1 billion in investment into the pharmaceutical industry and increase the share of domestically produced medicines in the domestic market to 70 percent by 2030 through the launch of new production capacities jointly with foreign companies, as well as increase pharmaceutical exports to $1 billion within the

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan’s new biodiversity concept focuses on proactive nature management

The Government of Kazakhstan has adopted the Concept for the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biodiversity for 2026-2035, a strategic document defining state policy in nature conservation, ecosystem restoration, and the sustainable use of biodiversity. The concept is the result of joint work between the Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources and the scientific community,

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International Affairs TKM

UNDP launches regional project addressing marine litter and plastic pollution in Caspian Sea

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), in partnership with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Secretariat of the Framework (Tehran) Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea, and the Ministry of Environmental Protection of Turkmenistan, recently held an inception seminar to mark the launch of the Regional Project “Addressing

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan sees decline in marriages, increase in divorces

Last year, the number of marriages in Kazakhstan continued to decline amid a rise in divorces. In 2025, an all-time low of 114,500 marriages were registered in the country, 7.4% fewer than the previous year, finprom.kz reported with reference to data from the Bureau of National Statistics. The number of divorces increased by 11.9% to

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Art & Culture UZB

BBC names Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan one of the world’s six most anticipated museum openings of 2026

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has included the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan in its list of the six most anticipated museum openings of 2026. The opening of this grand museum complex in Tashkent is scheduled for March. According to the BBC, the Center’s building itself is a stunner, topped with a monumental turquoise mosaic

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International Affairs TJK

ADB president launches new partnership strategy for Tajikistan

Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda on March 4 met with Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon to reaffirm ADB’s commitment to help the government achieve resilient, diversified, and inclusive growth for more and better jobs. “ADB is planning around $1.1 billion in support over 2026–2028 to strengthen infrastructure, improve competitiveness, and make social services better

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Business & Economy KZ

IsDB provides $1.3 billion for development of special economic zones in Kazakhstan

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and Kazakhstan have signed two landmark agreements under the Development of Economic and Industrial Zones Project, with a total IsDB contribution of $1.307 billion. The signing followed discussions between IsDB President Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser and Kazakh Minister of Industry and Construction Yersayin Nagaspayev, reaffirming a strategic partnership with cumulative

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Trade between Afghanistan and Central Asia significantly grows

Afghanistan’s trade with Central Asian countries increased significantly in 2025 compared to 2024, with imports rising by 43% and exports growing by 77%, TOLOnews reported citing statistics from the Afghan Ministry of Industry and Commerce. Afghanistan’s imports increased from $1.679 billion in 2024 to $2.399 billion in 2025, while exports rose from $122 million to

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Business & Economy UZB

Uzbekistan supports industrial efforts to reduce environmental impact

In Uzbekistan, industrial enterprises will now be encouraged to take action aimed at reducing their impact on the environment. This is stipulated in the Resolution “On the Procedure for Incentivizing the Efforts of Industrial Enterprises of Categories I and II to Reduce Their Environmental Impact,” according to the National Committee on Ecology and Climate Change.

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Business & Economy UZB

Uzbekistan strengthens protection of women and children

On March 3, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev signed a decree strengthening the system for protecting the rights of women and children, as well as preventing cases of harassment and violence against them. In Uzbekistan, continuous attention is devoted to preventing early marriages and births, as well as violence against women and children, as key priorities in

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Business & Economy KZ

Kazakhstan’s ice cream exports exceed imports

In 2025, for the first time ever, Kazakhstan exported more ice cream than it imported: exports totaled 14,167 tons, while imports stood at 12,194 tons, reflecting the growing competitiveness of Kazakhstani products, according to the Ministry of Trade and Integration. According to Omarbek Zhuldyz, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Shin-Line, the largest ice cream

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AIIB president meets Central Asia leaders to reinforce regional partnerships and cooperation

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) President Zou Jiayi recently visited founding AIIB members Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Tajikistan, conveying her intent to ensure AIIB’s future direction remains grounded in country needs and strong partnerships. These visits, part of a “listening tour” Zou is undertaking since she took office in January, highlighted Central Asia’s position as

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Business & Economy KZ

ADB president announces up to $5.4 billion in planned financing for Kazakhstan

Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masato Kanda on March 2 met with President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev to reaffirm ADB’s strong partnership with the country and announced up to $5.4 billion in indicative financing during 2026–2029 in support of Kazakhstan’s development agenda. “ADB is committed to supporting Kazakhstan’s development priorities that promote sustainable, inclusive economic

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International Affairs UZB

Uzbeks are the third-largest group of illegal migrants in Turkey

In 2025, Uzbek citizens were the third-largest group among detained illegal migrants in Turkey, Fergana Information Agency reports with reference to data from the Turkish migration authorities. In 2025, Turkish authorities detained 13,683 Uzbek citizens, compared to 11,521 in 2024, when Uzbekistan was fourth. The increase continues since 2022. While 4,817 Uzbek citizens were detained

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Business & Economy UZB

Electricity production and consumption grow in Uzbekistan along with industrial growth

Uzbekistan’s electricity generating capacity has reached 25,800 MW, including 8,000 MW, or 31 percent of the total, accounted for by solar, wind, and hydropower generation, according to the Uzbek Ministry of Energy. In 2026, Uzbekistan plans to produce 90 billion kWh of electricity, a 40 percent increase compared to 2020. This year, amid economic growth

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U.S. and Israeli war against Iran: Possible implications for Kazakhstan and Central Asia

The ongoing military operation of the United States and Israel against Iran impacts international security, energy markets, and trade routes. Orda.kz gathered opinions from Kazakhstani analysts on possible scenarios and implications of the conflict for Central Asia and Kazakhstan. Political analyst Askar Nursha believes that the main impact of the conflict on the countries of

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Business & Economy UZB

Uzbekistan to host 5th Tashkent International Investment Forum

From June 16 to 19, 2026, Tashkent will host the 5th Anniversary Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF 2026), the leading investment platform in Central Asia bringing together global investors, government representatives, international financial institutions, and major business leaders, the Uzbek Ministry of Investment, Industry and Trade has announced. The anniversary forum will build upon the

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