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10:43, september 16

Uzbekistan introduces new benefits for teachers: mortgages, discounts on public services, and salary increases

Starting in 2026, teachers in Uzbekistan who hold the highest qualification category and have at least 15 years of experience will receive a 25% reduction on the initial payment for mortgage loans.

10:13, september 16

Bishkek hosts talks on new cooperation projects with Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V

Kyrgyz media reports say Kyrgyzstan Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliyev yesterday met in Bishkek with Prince Rahim Al-Hussaini Aga Khan V, who arrived in Kyrgyzstan on a working visit. Akchabar.

08:52, september 15

Uzbekistan destroys over 3.2 million units of dangerous counterfeit medicines, including 'Doc-1 Max'

Tashkent authorities have begun the destruction of more than 3.

17:22, september 10

Kazakhstan will lay railway and Internet cable in Afghanistan

Kazakhstan intends to build the Turgundi – Herat railway line in Afghanistan in the next two years.

16:27, september 10

Uzbekistan is preparing to switch to a 12-year secondary education system

It has been discussed in Tajikistan for many years: it can be introduced in 2029.

11:24, september 6

Uzbekistan has become a member of the Global Alliance to End Violence against Children

Uzbekistan has become the 46th country to join the Global Alliance to End Violence against Children, UNICEF Uzbekistan has reported.

11:44, september 5

In Afghanistan, the death toll from the earthquake exceeded 2,200

Debris removal continues

15:30, september 4

It was proposed to set a fee for climbing mountains over six thousand meters high in Kyrgyzstan

The Jogorku Kenesh of Kyrgyzstan has submitted for public discussion a draft law "On mountaineering", which proposes to introduce a fee for climbing mountain peaks above 6,000 meters,

13:50, september 3

Two failures and the success of Screenix AI. How the Tajiks founded a startup in Tashkent

"Asia-Plus" spoke with Jahongir Muminov, CEO of Screenix AI, to find out how the team came together, why they chose Tashkent and what makes their product special.

11:26, september 3

Climber Natalia Nagovitsina has been declared dead in Kyrgyzstan.

The rescue operation has been officially terminated.

17:20, september 2

Bankers who abducted over 300 citizens and issued millions of loans to them were exposed in Kazakhstan.

The investigation of an organized criminal group of 25 people, which included employees of "Kaspi Bank", "Forte Bank", "Eurasian Bank" and "Jusan Bank", has

17:08, september 2

The Taliban have banned a number of wedding customs and the practice of giving expensive gifts.

The leader of the Taliban movement, Hibatullah Akhundzada, issued a decree banning a number of wedding ceremonies, which he called "un-Islamic" and too expensive for families.

14:41, september 2

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan expressed condolences to the Afghan people in connection with the numerous victims of the earthquake.

The death toll has already exceeded 1,100 people.

08:15, august 29

The Taliban have banned U.S. and Pakistani citizens from entering the Wakhan corridor bordering Tajikistan.

China has offered the Taliban joint patrols of this corridor.

08:30, august 28

A Russian climber got stuck on the peak of Victory in Kyrgyzstan. They couldn't save her and declared her missing.

Nothing is known about the fate of Natalia Nagovitsina, who broke her leg while descending the mountain two weeks ago.

14:40, august 27

Taliban appointed transport adviser in Tajikistan

Its task is to facilitate the simplification of transit procedures for Afghan goods.

16:54, august 18

Bright, tasty, but not cheap. How Astana residents assessed the fair of products from Tajikistan

Residents of Astana shared different impressions about the fair of products of the Sughd region of Tajikistan, which took place on August 16-17 at the Barys Arena: some admired the aroma of plov, the

13:15, august 14

Kyrgyzstan has started installing barriers on the former disputed sections of the border with Tajikistan.

The presidential envoy to the Batken region has published a photo of the work on the installation of a barbed wire fence.

18:52, august 13

The number of identified cases of violence against women has increased in Uzbekistan. In Tajikistan too

What is the reason?

14:23, august 11

Kyrgyzstan imposes temporary state price controls on beef and lamb

Kyrgyzstan has introduced temporary state regulation of meat prices, setting maximum retail prices for beef and lamb (excluding boneless cuts) nationwide for 90 days, the country’s Ministry of

10:04, august 11

One-third of Uzbekistan’s GDP comes from informal and shadow economy

Uzbekistan’s unobserved economy — which includes both informal and shadow activities — reached 265.5 trillion soums (US$21.2 billion) in the first half of 2025, accounting for 32.

17:01, august 8

Kazakhstan and Russia launch construction of the country’s first nuclear power plant

On Friday August 8, Kazakhstan and Russia officially began the construction of Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant (NPP).

10:58, august 6

Afghans lead foreign business visits to Uzbekistan in 2025

Afghan citizens topped the list of foreign business travelers to Uzbekistan during the first half of 2025, according to the country’s National Statistics Agency .

11:21, july 30

Kyrgyzstan bans individuals with criminal records from running for president or parliament

Kyrgyzstan has passed new legislation barring individuals with criminal records from running for president or parliament, or from holding key positions in government.

15:30, july 28

Uzbekistan reports 3 million people employed in H1 2025

According to a report presented to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Uzbekistan has connected more than 3 million citizens to income-generating employment over the first six months of this year.

11:17, july 17

Kazakhstan introduces up to 10 years in prison for bride kidnapping and stalking

Kazakhstan has taken a bold step in strengthening its criminal laws by introducing severe penalties for stalking and bride kidnapping.

09:18, july 16

Kazakhstan starts construction of thermal power plant in Kokshetau without Russian capital

Kazakhstan has launched the construction of a thermal power plant (TPP) in Kokshetau without involving Russian capital.

14:47, july 14

Uzbekistan pledges to asphalt all rural roads by 2030

Uzbekistan’s government has announced plans to fully asphalt all roads in villages and settlements by the year 2030, according to Transport Minister Ilhom Mahkamov, who spoke at a recent

15:33, july 11

The United States reduces visa validity for Kyrgyz citizens from 10 years to 3 months

The United States has significantly reduced the maximum validity period for non-immigrant visas issued to Kyrgyz citizens — from 10 years to just three months.

15:07, july 9

Relations between Central Asia’s nations and Afghanistan are warming

Eurasianet reports that relations between the five Central Asian countries and Afghanistan are warming as plans move ahead for new rail links, increased trade and creating opportunities for

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