Unlike others 'we're reliable', EU tells Central Asia, as it seeks greater access to rare earths
Russia and China loomed large over the first EU-Central Asia summit as both sides aimed to boost trade and diplomatic ties.
The Economist19h
Ending Central Asia’s endless squabbles over eccentric borders
For a long time Central Asia’s most volatile frontier has played host to deadly clashes. But in mid-March Sadyr Japarov, ...
EU leaders hold their first summit with Central Asian states
The leaders of the European Union and five countries of Central Asia are holding their first summit to discuss ways to boost ...
Crops under threat as surprise March heat wave hits Central Asia: study
A surprise heat wave hit Central Asia in March, a new study published Friday showed, putting in danger crops and water supply ...
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EU leaders push for influence at Central Asia summit
Top EU leaders were in Uzbekistan on Friday for a major summit with the heads of five Central Asian states, seeking to press ...
Central Asia suffers ‘frankly bonkers’ heatwave fuelled by climate change
Central Asia’s “frankly bonkers” March heatwave, which saw temperatures up to 10C above pre-industrial levels, was intensified by climate change, according to new research published as countries ...
Russia and China both want influence over Central Asia. Could it rupture their friendship?
The Central Asian region is home to approximately 79 million people spread across five nations. It was part of the Soviet ...
Amid Soviet Central Asia's boogie nights, the rhythms of a region's future
A Soviet-era Central Asian pop music anthology shines a light on the region's ethnic diversity and music that transcends ...
The Astana Times19h
EU, Central Asia to Deepen Ties at Samarkand Summit, Eye Strategic Partnership
High-level political engagement has been robust in recent years, with top EU officials visiting the region. Among the latest ...
The Diplomat20h
The EU and Central Asia Can Forge a Strategic Partnership Through Connectivity
The Samarkand summit marks a watershed moment in EU-Central Asia relations at a time when the international order is ...
The Astana Times2h
President Tokayev Meets President Mirziyoyev Ahead of Central Asia-EU Summit
ASTANA – President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attaches exceptional importance to the upcoming Central Asia-EU Summit. He expressed ...
The Economist8d
The surging gold price is boosting Central Asia’s economies
It is fitting for a range that is dotted with gold mines, including Kumtor, one of Central Asia’s largest and a symbol of Kyrgyz national pride. Moreover, it is not just the mountains of Central ...