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16:48, july 7

Kyrgyzstan leads Central Asia in per capita GDP growth

Kyrgyzstan has outpaced its Central Asian neighbors in per capita GDP growth over the past three years, Gazeta.

15:39, july 1

Kazakhstan declares GTA and Counter-Strike 'haram'; Tajikistan has already banned them

While Kazakhstan's top Islamic authority recently issued a religious ruling declaring popular video games like GTA, Counter-Strike 2, and Dota 2 “haram,” or forbidden under Islamic

09:44, june 24

Uzbekistan launches ambitious “TOP-100” initiative to discover future leaders

Presidential program to identify and train a new generation of talented managers in Uzbekistan starting in 2026 Fergana news agency reports that Uzbekistan is set to launch a large-scale

11:05, june 23

Uzbek officials to undergo corruption resilience testing

A new initiative aimed at strengthening the integrity of public service is underway in Uzbekistan.

11:15, june 16

Where are Kyrgyzstan’s former presidents now? Trials, exile, and uncertain legacies

Kyrgyzstan has once again drawn attention for the turbulent fates of its former leaders.

14:53, june 10

Uzbekistan’s Foreign Ministry advises nationals in the U.S. to avoid participation in protests

Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has urged its citizens living in the United States to comply with local laws and refrain from participating in protests that may disrupt public order

12:01, june 9

Kazakhstan’s president calls for structural reform of Un Security Council

Addressing the plenary session of the Astana International Forum 2025, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev touched upon the need to reform the UN Security Council, Kazinform news agency reported on May

14:20, june 4

Ex-President of Kyrgyzstan sentenced in absentia to more than 11 years in prison

Kyrgyz media reports says former Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev was sentenced in absentia to more than 11 years in prison.

14:52, june 3

Uzbek citizens to gain new opportunities for work in Japan following labor agreement

Tashkent and Tokyo have signed a significant labor agreement that will enable 10,000 Uzbek citizens to work legally in Japan over the next five years.

10:13, may 23

Uzbekistan’s vibrant bazaars offer more than just shopping — they’re a cultural experience

While Uzbekistan continues to modernize with sleek malls and upscale boutiques, its historic bazaars remain beating hearts of local culture, commerce, and color.

17:02, may 22

Kazakhstan to launch licensed cryptocurrency exchange platforms

Kazakhstan is moving toward legislative legalization and regulation of cryptocurrency activities, with plans to establish licensed crypto exchange platforms under the oversight of the National Bank.

16:24, may 19

Kazakhstan introduces Central Asia’s most powerful supercomputer

Kazakhstan’s media reports say Kazakhstan has introduced Central Asia's most powerful supercomputer, boasting a performance of approximately 2 exaflops and powered by Nvidia chips.

10:07, may 16

Million-dollar prize donated to charity: Turkmen footballers left without support

In a rare moment of international triumph, Turkmenistan’s Arkadag Football Club clinched victory in the AFC Challenge Cup, one of Asia’s top regional tournaments.

15:57, may 1

Kazakhstan introduces new investor visa

Kazakhstan is taking another step toward fostering international business.

14:49, may 1

The United States thanks Uzbekistan for organizing a deportation flight for Central Asian citizens

The U.S.

11:51, april 29

Uzbek authorities reveal how the assets returned from Switzerland, previously owned by Gulnara Karimova, being spent

The funds are being allocated to healthcare and education, according to the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Uzbekistan.

10:26, april 29

Russian company to begin producing UAVs in Uzbekistan

The Russian company, Transport of the Future, plans to open production of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in Uzbekistan by the end of 2025.

15:33, april 28

‘Now is the best time for Donald Trump to visit Central Asia,’ says US ambassador to Uzbekistan

An invitation for U.S.

10:59, april 28

Kazakhstan's president awards medal to Tajik businessman

Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev awarded an honorary certificate to Tajik businessman, philanthropist, and Ambassador of Friendship of the Assembly of the People of Kazakhstan

09:15, april 24

Uzbek farmers say the government forces them to surrender their land to Chinese firms

Radio Liberty’s Uzbek Service reports that farmers in Uzbekistan say the government is forcing them to surrender their land to Chinese businesses under the guise of state-backed development,

16:29, april 23

Employee of the Russian House in Kyrgyzstan arrested on suspicion of recruiting mercenaries

In Kyrgyzstan, Natalia Sekerina, an employee of the Russian House in Osh, was arrested on suspicion of recruiting mercenaries, Interfax reported on April 23, citing Ms.

11:56, april 23

Uzbekistan to develop new rules for weddings and mass events

A new document is being developed in Uzbekistan to regulate the conduct of weddings, family celebrations, funerals, and other mass events, Podrobno.uz reported on April 22.

15:20, april 22

Paper made from stone begins production in Turkmenistan

Turkmenistan has launched the production of stone paper for the first time. The innovative product is produced by the company Derya Yoly under the Ekoston brand, Turkmenportal.

10:11, april 15

Prosecutor asks for 11-year sentence for ex-president of Kyrgyzstan

A prosecutor in the trial of ex-president of Kyrgyzstan Almazbek Atambayev has asked a court in Bishkek to sentence Atambayev to an eleven-year prison term, 24.kg reported on April 14.

16:52, april 14

Citizens of three Central Asian countries freed from forced labor in Myanmar

Diplomatic services of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan have successfully freed their citizens, as well as Kyrgyz nationals, who had become victims of a criminal group after being lured into forced labor in

12:10, april 11

Uzbekistan to become the seventh member nation of the Eurasian Development Bank

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has signed a law approving the country’s accession to the Agreement Establishing the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB).

10:44, april 10

Kyrgyz authorities report foiled coup attempt

Kyrgyzstan's State Committee for National Security (GKNB) announced on Wednesday that it had thwarted a coup attempt by a group aiming to seize power violently and destabilize the socio-political

10:26, april 9

DUMK supports the ban on wearing "foreign" niqabs

The Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) has supported the recently introduced ban on wearing niqabs in public places, calling this item of clothing “alien to society.

09:44, april 7

Uzbek president initiates the regional tree-planting campaign called "Green Belt of Central Asia"

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev has proposed a regional tree-planting campaign called "Green Belt of Central Asia" as part of a large-scale greening program.

10:18, april 2

Central Asian innovation hubs set global goals: new international offices, $10 bln in tech exports, and over 8 unicorns by 2030

This year, the largest technology parks in Central Asia—Astana Hub and IT Park Uzbekistan—will open new international hubs in China and the United Arab Emirates as part of their joint

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