On 19 November, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev paid an official visit to Serbia, where he held talks with the country’s top leadership, including President Alexander Vucic and Prime Minister Milos Vucevic. The visit was marked by the strengthening of bilateral relations and the signing of a number of important agreements. During the talks, special […]
Caspian Littoral Countries Unite to Address Sea Level Decline
At the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), officials of the Caspian littoral countries met at the national pavilion of Azerbaijan to discuss the problem of Caspian Sea’s declining water level in the context of climate change. The meeting, organized by Azerbaijan’s Ministry […]
Turkmen Anau concludes year as Cultural capital of the Turkic world – Aktau, Kazakhstan, takes over the baton
Turkmenistan hosted a grand ceremony on November 16 to mark the conclusion of Anau’s year as the Cultural Capital of the Turkic World. The event celebrated the various cultural initiatives undertaken by throughout 2024. A highlight of the ceremony was a festive concert featuring renowned artists from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Türkiye. The concert featured both […]
Central Asian Women Leaders’ Caucus concludes Kyrgyzstan’s chairmanship with the final Conference and Expo aimed at strengthening women’s entrepreneurship in Central Asia
On 14-15 November, the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Central Asia, Head of UNRCCA Kaha Imnadze participated in the final Conference of the Central Asian Women Leaders’ Caucus (CAWLC) under Kyrgyzstan’s presidency in Bishkek. The conference was preceded by the regional “Woman Entrepreneurship EXPO-2024,” which brought together women entrepreneurs and high-level representatives from […]
Saudi Arabia signs major green energy deals with Central Asian nations
Saudi Arabia has signed a joint executive program with Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan to strengthen collaboration on renewable energy development and transmission. The deal was signed on the sidelines of the 29th UN Climate Summit in Baku by Saudi Energy Minister Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman and energy ministers of Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. The executive […]
Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan Sign Strategic Green Energy Partnership Agreement
At the COP 29 World Climate Summit, the heads of Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan signed an agreement on strategic partnership in the field of green energy production and transmission. “The document opens up new opportunities for the integration of the energy systems of our states, as well as the creation of reliable corridors for the […]
Accelerating Change: The Regional Platform for Fast-Tracking the Implementation of the UN Convention Against Corruption in Central Asia Contributes to Positive Developments!
At the Conference of States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption held in December 2021, Resolution 9/4 on “Strengthening the implementation of the United Nations Convention against Corruption at regional levels” was adopted, emphasizing the importance of developing technical assistance programs and adopting a regional approach in delivering anti-corruption technical assistance. This includes the […]
Central Asia’s contribution to global emissions is only 1% – President of Kazakhstan
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev spoke at the Summit of World Leaders on Climate Action, which is taking place within the framework of the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Baku (Azerbaijan). In his speech, the President reaffirmed Kazakhstan’s commitment to the global climate agenda and […]
Financial fortification: Central Asia’s approach to natural disaster readiness
Astana hosts the Central Asian forum on disaster financing and insurance, bringing together key stakeholders from across the region to address the urgent need for financial preparedness in battling natural disasters. Government leaders, insurance regulators, private sector representatives, and international experts looked into both the financial and logistical demands of responding to these crises and […]
Freight costs along the eastern branch of the North–South Corridor halved
The cost of transporting goods by rail along the eastern branch of the North-South International Transport Corridor has been reduced by over 50% since 2022, now reaching $32 per ton. This was announced by Alexander Sharov, CEO of Rusiranexpo (a Russian group of companies operating in the Iranian market), Logirus reports. Fully operational since 2023, […]
CAREC Ministers launched the Regional Climate Fund and endorsed Climate Change Action Plan
Member countries of the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program have endorsed a new Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP) and launched the CAREC Climate and Sustainability Project Preparatory Fund (CSPPF) to strengthen regional collaboration on climate resilience, low-carbon growth, and sustainable development. This endorsement took place at the 23rd CAREC Ministerial Conference, held on […]
Turkic States Deepen Cooperation at OTS Bishkek Summit: Green Vision, Charter of the Turkic World and New Flag Adopted
The Council of Heads of State of the Organization of Turkic States met on 6 November 2024 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan on the theme of “Empowering the Turkic World: Economic Integration, Sustainable Development, Digital Future and Security for all”. The President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Türkiye […]
Kazakhstan and France expand cooperation in the field of critical resources and investments – $2.2 billion deals signed
President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan concluded a two-day state visit to France on 5 November 2024. The visit resulted in the signing of a comprehensive package of 36 documents, including 14 commercial agreements valued at $2.2 billion. The set of documents also includes 1 intergovernmental and 21 interdepartmental agreements. One of the landmark documents signed […]
Afghanistan is Ready to Accept 200,000 Tons of Grain from Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan Railways (KTZ) announced that Afghanistan is prepared to import approximately 200,000 tons of grain products from Kazakhstan. KTZ recently held negotiations with shippers and the Beine grain elevator to discuss the logistics of transporting grain to Afghanistan. Representatives from JSC NC Prodcorporation (Food Contract Corporation) also participated in the meeting. The participants explored the […]
The Turkmen delegation attended the 17th “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” Cooperation Forum
On November 4, 2024 the 17th “Central Asia – Republic of Korea” Cooperation Forum took place in Seoul. The Ambassador of Turkmenistan to the Republic of Korea Begench Durdyyev attended this Forum on behalf of the Turkmen side. The forum was chaired by the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea Cho Tae-yul. […]
17th Central Asia–Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum: preparations for the first summit in 2025 discussed
On Monday, 4 November, the 17th Central Asia-Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum was held under the chairmanship of South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, which was attended by foreign ministers, deputy foreign ministers and chief delegates from five Central Asian countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, according to Korean news outlets. The Forum was […]
E-Commerce in Central Asia increasing
Almost every day the media report some more developments in the e-commerce sector in Central Asia. The Russian e-commerce platform Wildberries is planning to construct two substantial logistics centers in the Kazakh cities of Almaty and Astana. The company’s co-founder and CEO, Tatyana Kim, has confirmed this news while also revealing that a logistics hub […]
A new era of our statehood
Nurlan NOGAYEV, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan October 25 marks Republic Day in Kazakhstan. The restoration of the status of Republic Day as the country’s main national holiday in 2022 is dictated by the intention to restore historical justice and memory, confirming Kazakhstan’s commitment to sovereignty, independence and a […]
Kazakhstan has been selected as a Top Country within Lonely Planet’s Best In Travel 2025 list
Astana, October 23, 2024 — Lonely Planet, a leading international travel media, has named Kazakhstan as one of the best countries to visit in its annual Best in Travel 2025 rankings. Each year, Lonely Planet’s experts carefully select the destinations based on recommendations from travelers, staff, writers, and other industry professionals. In 2025, Kazakhstan was […]
Kazakhstan Seeks to Join TAPI Gas Pipeline Construction
Kazakhstan is actively negotiating with Turkmenistan to participate in the construction of the Turkmenistan-Afghanistan-Pakistan-India (TAPI) gas pipeline, according to Yerlan Akkenzhanov, Vice Minister of Energy. Akkenzhanov highlighted the potential benefits of Kazakhstan’s involvement in the project, emphasizing the country’s interest in expanding its hydrocarbon export and transit capabilities. “The transport potential for the export and […]
Kazakhstan and Afghanistan Target $3 Billion in Trade
Kazakhstan and Afghanistan have signed a partnership roadmap aimed at boosting bilateral trade to a value of $3 billion. The agreement was inked by Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin and Minister of Trade and Industry Nooriddin Azizi during bilateral business forum in Almaty on 22 October. The roadmap outlines a broad range of cooperation areas, […]
Ashgabat hosted the second Central Asia–Korea parliamentary forum
On October 14, 2024, the second parliamentary meeting in the Central Asia-Korea format took place in Ashgabat. The event was attended by: Woo Won Shik, Chairman of the National Assembly of the Republic of Korea Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Chairman of the Mejlis of Turkmenistan Nurlanbek Shakiev, Chairman of the Jogorku Kenesh of the Kyrgyz Republic Yerlan […]
Expanding business horizons: Diplomatic Club Astana Invites Turkmen businessmen on a business mission to Kazakhstan
As part of the strengthening of trade and economic ties between Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan, the Diplomatic Club Astana will organize a business mission to Kazakhstan, which will take place from 29 October to 1 November 2024. The participants will visit the cities of Almaty, Almaty region, Zhetysu region and the capital Astana. The main purpose […]
Kazakhstan enters the oilfield services market of Turkmenistan – The daughter of KazMunaiGas opens a branch in Ashgabat
The Satti – first jack-up drilling rig built in Kazakhstan – will start drilling operations in the Cheleken – Turkmen sector of the Caspian Sea, the press service of the national oil company of Kazakhstan “KazMunayGas” reports. The Satti is a unique invention fully equipped with advanced technologies for challenging offshore drilling operations. After modification […]
The final document of the International Forum: “The interrelation of times and civilizations – the basis of peace and development”, dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of Magtymguly Fragi
(Unofficial translation) On 11 October 2024, the International Forum “The Interrelation of Times and Civilizations – the basis of peace and development” was held, which was attended by the President of Turkmenistan, the President of the Republic of Armenia, the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, the […]
International Forum: “The interconnection of times and civilizations – the basis of peace and development” – Leaders Call for Cooperation Across Cultures
Ten countries addressed at the plenary session of the International Conference “The Interconnection of Times and Civilizations – the Basis of Peace and Development”, dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of Magtymguly Fraga. Here are quotes from the speeches of high-ranking speakers: President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov: “The great and rich heritage of […]
Ashgabat hosted the International Conference “The Interconnection of Times and Civilizations – the basis of Peace and Development” – The great rich heritage of Magtymguly predetermined the basis of Turkmenistan’s foreign policy, says President Serdar Berdimuhamedov
On 11 October 2024, an international conference “The interconnection of times and civilizations – the basis of peace and development” dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of the great Turkmen poet and classic Magtymguly Fragi was held in Ashgabat under the chairmanship of President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov. As speakers, the forum was […]
Declaration on Strengthening Friendship and Deepening Multifaceted Strategic Partnership between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Kazakhstan
(Unofficial translation) Turkmenistan and the Republic of Kazakhstan, hereinafter referred to as the “Parties”, based on the desire to further deepen and expand the traditionally friendly relations between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Kazakhstan based on good neighborliness, close partnership, trust and mutual support, guided by the Agreement on Strategic Partnership between Turkmenistan and the […]
Turkmen-Kazakh Summit Talks in Ashgabat – Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan to deepen strategic partnership – 20 documents signed
On Thursday, 10 October 2024, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev arrived in Turkmenistan on an official visit. Upon arrival in Ashgabat, the head of Kazakhstan met with the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. After the meeting, Berdimuhamedov and Tokayev took part in the opening ceremony of the monument to Abai Kunanbayuly. The […]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan deepen gas cooperation – QazaqGaz and Turkmengaz sign historic agreement
Today, in Ashgabat, the National Company of Kazakhstan QazaqGaz and the State Concern Turkmengaz signed an agreement on strategic cooperation in the development of the gas industry. The document was a part of documents package inked following high-level talks between President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. Chairman of the Board […]
Kazakh-Turkmen Business Council discussed prospects for cooperation
On 8 October, a meeting of the Kazakh-Turkmen Business Council was held in Ashgabat. The meeting brought together representatives of the business circles of both countries. The sides discussed new initiatives and projects in sectors such as energy, transport, logistics and agriculture, the Foreign Trade Chamber of Kazakhstan reports. The Co-chairman of the Kazakhstan’s part […]
EBRD forecasts robust economic growth in Central Asia
Anton Usov According to the latest edition of European Bank for Reconstruction and Development’s (EBRD) Regional Economic Prospects report, the short-term regional economic outlook for Central Asia remains positive. Regional growth is set to reach 5.1 per cent in 2024 and accelerate to 5.9 per cent in 2025 on stronger commodity revenues, infrastructure investment and […]
High Demand for Kazakh Grain in Central Asia
A recent forum of grain exporters and importers in Tashkent, Central Asia, highlighted the growing demand for Kazakh grain in the region. As reported by Kazinform, Uzbek farmers are currently harvesting 20 million tons of grain this year and are already exploring export opportunities. “We invited entrepreneurs who buy grain and fat-and-oil products from Kazakhstan […]
Bridge of Cultures: Central Asian designers in the heart of Europe
The first Central Asia–Europe Creative Forum is taking place in Brussels this week. 12 designers, fashion and art figures from Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan and Tajikistan presented their unique works at the European External Action Service, as well as at the Embassy of Turkmenistan in Belgium. Opening the meeting, Ambassador of Turkmenistan Sapar Palvanov stressed: […]
Kazakhstan will go to referendum next week on nuclear energy. Ensuing debate is of interest for the entire region
nCa Report Kazakhstan has been debating for quite some time, at different levels, on the advisability of going for nuclear energy. The nationwide referendum on 6 October 2024 will determine the outcome of the prolonged debate. The people have had plenty of opportunity to make an informed choice at the referendum. Just ahead of the […]
The Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan met with the heads of the fuel and energy complex of Turkmenistan
On 19 September 2024, the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Turkmenistan, Nurlan Nogaev, met with the Chairman of the State Concern Turkmennebit, Guvanch Atajanov. During the talks, the parties noted the positive dynamics in cooperation between the two countries and stressed the significant potential of Turkmenistan in the energy sector. Special attention was paid to opportunities […]
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan to install automatic water metering systems in the Syr Darya
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan have agreed to install modern water metering systems at ten locations along the Syr Darya River. The decision was reached during a meeting between Kazakhstan’s Minister of Water Resources and Irrigation, Nurzhan Nurzhigitov, and Uzbekistan’s Minister of Water Resources, Shavkat Khamrayev. The ministers discussed automating hydraulic posts and digitizing water metering on […]
Factsheet on Kazakhstan’s Peace Initiatives
Overview Since gaining independence in 1991, Kazakhstan has been following its peaceful and balanced foreign policy. The country is committed to multilateral cooperation in line with the UN Charter, playing an active role in international security and stability. This commitment has been demonstrated through a range of initiatives in nuclear non-proliferation, providing a neutral negotiation […]
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan: Cornerstones of Central Asian Stability
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan stand as pivotal strategic partners in Central Asia. Their relationship, characterized by constructive neighborly dialogue, peaceful borders, growing economic cooperation, similarity of positions on topical issues of regional and international issues, and mutual understanding between their fraternal peoples, exemplifies the hallmarks of modern bilateral relations. While their formal diplomatic ties were established […]
Abu Dhabi’s Gulf Capital, Kazakhstan’s QIC set up $800mln investments fund for Central Asia
Abu Dhabi private equity firm Gulf Capital and a subsidiary of Kazakhstan’s sovereign wealth fund have established an $800 million fund to drive investments in Central Asia. The partnership between the Qazaqstan Investment Corporation (QIC) and Gulf Capital will include the expansion of the UAE firm’s portfolio companies in Kazakhstan, with the support of the […]
Kazakhstan Outlines Priorities for Aral Sea Conservation
Kazakhstan’s Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with representatives of Central Asian countries to discuss the priorities of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) during Kazakhstan’s chairmanship. At a meeting in Astana on 18 September, Bektenov presented the key objectives for IFAS, which include promoting integrated water resource management, addressing environmental and socio-economic […]
The first meeting of the Board of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea held in Astana
On 18 September 2024, Astana hosted the first meeting of the Board of the International Fund for Saving the Aral Sea (IFAS) within the framework of the Kazakhstan’s chairmanship. According to the Press Service of the Government of Kazakhstan, the event, chaired by Deputy Prime Minister Kanat Bozumbayev, was attended by Minister of Water Resources […]
Kazakhstan hosted second Central Asia–Germany Summit
The second Central Asia–Germany Summit was held in Astana on Tuesday, 17 September 2024. The meeting was attended by: • President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev • Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz • President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov • President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon • President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov • President of Uzbekistan Shavkat […]
Joint Declaration by the Heads of State of Central Asia and the Federal Chancellor of Germany
The text of the Joint Declaration adopted following the meeting of the heads of Central Asian states (Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan) with the Federal Chancellor of Germany is published on the official website of the Federal Government of Germany. Here is the full text of the Declaration: On 17 September 2024, President of the […]
Kazakh-German summit talks in Astana – Kazakhstan and Germany are implementing investment projects worth $55 billion
On 16 September 2024, President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and Federal Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz had summit talks in Astana. Tokayev called Scholz’s visit historic, as it is the first visit of the head of the German Government to Kazakhstan in the last 14 years. As Tokayev noted, Germany is one of Kazakhstan’s main […]
Central Asia and Germany – A very special kind of relationship
Tariq Saeedi Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany will visit Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, 15-17 September 2024. This would be his first visit to the region. On 17 September 2024, the last day of his visit, Chancellor Scholz will participate in the C5+1 meeting in Kazakhstan. The trip comes a year after Scholz hosted the leaders of […]
Central Asia-Jiangsu Trade Center Opens in Nanjing, Boosting Regional Trade
On September 12, the opening of the Central Asia – Jiangsu Trade Center took place in the Chinese city of Nanjing, Jiangsu Province. The multi-storey Center is a multifunctional platform for Central Asian businesses to enter the Chinese market, according to the Ministry of Trade and Integration of Kazakhstan. The Central Asia-Jiangsu Trade Center will […]
Central Asian Parliaments Gather for Second Interparliamentary Forum in Uzbekistan
On September 12, 2024, the Second Interparliamentary Forum of Central Asian states kicked off in Khiva, Uzbekistan. Delegates from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, including representatives of youth parliaments and local governments, are participating in the two-day event. In her opening remarks, Tanzila Narbayeva, Chair of the Senate of the Oliy Majlis, emphasized that […]
TIF 2024: Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan agree to expand cooperation in the gas industry
Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan have agreed to strengthen their cooperation in the gas industry. Kazakhstan’s Energy Minister Almasadam Satkaliyev met with Deputy Prime Minister of Turkmenistan Batyr Amanov and Minister of State, Chairman of the State Concern Turkmengaz Maksat Babayev on the sidelines of the Turkmenistan Investment Forum (TIF 2024) in Ashgabat. During the meeting, the […]
Arkadag Berdimuhamedov took part in the opening of the 5th World Nomad Games in Astana – The President of Kazakhstan will visit Turkmenistan in October
On 8 September 2024 the National Leader of the Turkmen people, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, at the invitation of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, paid a working visit to Kazakhstan to participate in the official opening ceremony of the V World Nomad Games. Meeting with the President of Kazakhstan Before the opening […]