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Uzbekistan has updated its civil status regulations to allow individuals who have officially changed their gender to also change their first name, last name, and patronymic. The change follows a June 12 Cabinet of Ministers decision that amends the country’s procedures for registering personal status documents. According to the Ministry...

Cyber Security

Personal Data of 16 Million Kazakh Citizens Leaked

Tourism

Kazakh Nomads and Authentic Tourism: Interview with Mongolia’s Cultural Envoy Dr. Gantemur Damba

Central Asia-China Summit

Is Central Asia China’s Backdoor to Global Power?

As Russia remains preoccupied with the war in Ukraine and the United States is focused on the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, China is seeking to increase its presence in Central Asia. In the current circumstances, the European Union and Beijing appear to be the most active players in the strategically important...

Nuclear Power

Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Diplomacy – With China Set to Build Second, Who Will Construct Third Nuclear Power Plant?

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Opinions

Opinion: From Xi’an to Astana – Elevating China–Central Asia Cooperation to a New Height

Anna Ge

Opinion: The Engine of Turkic Integration – Why TURKPA Is No Longer “Just Talk”

Andrei Matveev

Opinion: Strengthening the Silk Bonds — India’s Renewed Push Towards Central Asia

Mohammad Suhail & A.X. Ravshanov

Opinion: What Uzbekistan’s FIFA World Cup Breakthrough Tells Us About State-Building

Khusanboy Kotibjonov

Opinion – The Quiet Competition: How the U.S. Is Losing Ground to China in Central Asia

Arman Amini

Opinion: The Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Need Multiple Platforms for Negotiations

Times of Central Asia

Slippery Slope: How Falling Oil Prices Threaten Kazakhstan’s Energy Giant

Andrei Matveev

Victory Day Diplomacy: Central Asia’s Balancing Act and Putin’s Diminished Spotlight

Stephen M. Bland

Opinion – Central Asia’s Looming Water Crisis: A Ticking Time Bomb

Mohammad Suhail & A.X. Ravshanov

Tokayev Moves to Reclaim Kazakhstan’s Energy Future

Dr. Robert M. Cutler

Opinion – The Great Convergence: Central Asia and the EU in a New Geopolitical Landscape

Mohammad Suhail & A.X. Ravshanov

Opinion: In Central Asia, the EU Defies Its “Geopolitical Dwarf” Label

Nikola Mikovic

Business & Economy

Digitalization

The Next Steps for Central Asian Finance: Interview with Azerbaijani Fintech Leader Dr. Fuad Karimov

This week The Times of Central Asia will be attending the CAMCA Regional Forum, which this year is being held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The CAMCA network is a collection of professionals and policymakers dedicated to sharing ideas, knowledge and inspiration to accelerate the development of the Eurasia region; its name stands for Central Asia, Mongolia, the Caucasus and Afghanistan. Ahead of the Forum, The Times of Central Asia spoke with Dr. Fuad Karimov, Regional Managing Director of the payment software company Xsolla, about what the CAMCA program means for the Eurasian finance industry, and how Azerbaijan can work more closely...

Biotechnology

China to Invest $500M in Corn Processing in Kazakhstan

Automotive Industry

Kazakhstan’s Automotive Industry to Produce Nearly 150,000 Vehicles in 2025

Internet Access

Starlink Set to Launch Internet Services Nationwide in Kazakhstan

Water

EBRD Provides $250 Million Loan to Upgrade Uzbekistan’s Irrigation Pumps

Cyber Security

Personal Data of 16 Million Kazakh Citizens Leaked

Kazakhstan has experienced one of the most extensive personal data breaches in its history. According to Olzhas Satiev, President of the Center for Analysis and Investigation of Cyber Attacks (CARKA), over 16.3 million records, representing nearly the entire population, have been made publicly accessible. Scope of the Breach The compromised data includes surnames, first names, patronymics, gender, date of birth, individual identification numbers (IIN), addresses, phone numbers, citizenship, ethnicity, and other sensitive details. The source of the leak has not been identified. Experts suggest it may be a compilation of previously hacked databases redistributed via closed Telegram channels. Alternatively, it...

Nuclear Power

Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Diplomacy – With China Set to Build Second, Who Will Construct Third Nuclear Power Plant?

Kazakhstan’s famed hospitality, long enshrined in its national proverbs, has also become a guiding principle in its foreign policy. One recent example is the Kazakh government’s diplomatic maneuvering in the selection of partners for its nuclear power program. Leader of the Race Initially, Kazakhstan planned to build a single nuclear power plant by 2035 to address potential electricity shortages. However, following the October 6, 2024, referendum, where 71.12% of voters approved a plant in the Almaty Region, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed the government to explore the construction of at least two additional facilities. This directive, as it turns out, was...

Tashkent International Investment Forum

Uzbekistan Hosts Fourth Tashkent International Investment Forum, Seals $26.6 Billion in New Investment

From June 9-12, the Uzbek capital hosted the Fourth Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF), attracting more than 2,500 participants from 93 countries. Among the attendees were ministers, global corporate leaders, financial institutions, and economic experts. The forum served as a strategic platform for promoting Uzbekistan’s investment climate, advancing its reform agenda, and strengthening global partnerships. Laziz Kudratov, Uzbekistan’s Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade, underscored the country’s progress as an emerging regional investment hub. “Over the last seven years, major reforms have been carried out to liberalize the economy, improve the business climate, and create favorable conditions for investors,” he...

E-Commerce

Kazakhstan’s E-Commerce Sector Expands Fivefold Since 2020

Kazakhstan’s e-commerce sector reached a volume of approximately KZT 3.2 trillion ($6.2 billion) in 2024, marking a fivefold increase since 2020, according to Deputy Minister of Trade and Integration Aset Nusupov. The announcement was made at the Astana International Trade Forum. Nusupov emphasized that digital trade has become a strategic pillar of Kazakhstan’s economic development, export diversification, and integration into global value chains. “At the end of 2024, e-commerce in Kazakhstan amounted to about KZT 3.2 trillion, with volumes increasing fivefold since 2020,” he stated. “The potential for growth remains high, given our strong digital infrastructure, advanced fintech ecosystem, and...

Local Politics

Nuclear safety

Kyrgyzstan Intends to Join International Conventions on Nuclear Safety

The Kyrgyz Parliament is reviewing legislation on the country’s accession to two pivotal international agreements concerning nuclear and radiological safety: the Convention on Assistance in the Case of a Nuclear Accident or Radiological Emergency, and the Convention on Early Notification of a Nuclear Accident. Both conventions were adopted in Vienna in 1986 in response to the Chornobyl disaster and established frameworks for international cooperation during radiation emergencies. The legislative initiative was prompted by concerns raised by the Ministry of Natural Resources, Ecology, and Technical Supervision regarding the risks posed by radioactive materials used in industry and medicine. Presenting the draft...

E-Scooter Ban

E-Scooter Ban and Moped Crackdown on Bishkek’s Agenda

Central Asia-China Summit

Opinion: Xi Jinping Heads to Astana – What’s at Stake in the Central Asia-China Summit?

Soviet Legacy

Lenin Falls in Osh: Central Asia Redefines Its Soviet Legacy

Media

Turkmen Authorities Order Social Media Campaign to Showcase “Positive Image”

Construction Materials

With Major Plant Modernization, Kyrgyzstan Seeks To End Construction Woes

Kyrgyzstan’s construction sector received a significant boost on June 16 with the launch of a new production line at the Kant cement plant, the country’s largest cement producer. Located in the city of Kant, about 20 kilometers east of Bishkek, the plant has been in operation since 1964 and remains a cornerstone of the national construction materials industry. Its modernization was carried out in partnership with China’s Beijing Triumph Engineering and the Eurasian Development Bank, with total investments exceeding $60 million. In 2024, the plant produced 1.156 million tons of cement. The new production line is expected to add 800,000...

Electoral Reform

Back to the Old System for Kyrgyzstan’s Future Parliamentary Elections

On June 9, Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov signed the law on amendments to the procedures on electing members of parliament. There are some positive and some controversial changes, one of the most significant of which is the diminished role for political parties. Structurally, the new legislation creates 30 electoral districts in Kyrgyzstan. Each district will elect three parliamentary deputies, with the three candidates receiving the most votes becoming the deputies from their district. Currently, there are 90 seats in Kyrgyzstan’s parliament. That number will remain. According to the new law, one of the three candidates from each territorial constituency must...

Tobacco

Kyrgyz Health Minister Proposes Raising Tobacco Taxes to Curb Smoking

Kyrgyzstan’s Minister of Health, Erkin Checheybayev, has proposed raising excise taxes on tobacco products as part of a broader effort to improve public health, particularly among the country’s youth. The proposal was announced at a meeting held on June 10 in Bishkek, organized by the Ministry of Health in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO) country office and the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC) Knowledge Hub on Tobacco Taxation. The discussion focused on strategies to reduce tobacco affordability and consumption through effective taxation measures. According to the Ministry of Health, tobacco use is a leading risk factor...

Migration

Kyrgyz Government Urges Foreign Citizens to Legalize Their Status Ahead of Deadline

Over 12,000 foreign citizens are currently employed in Kyrgyzstan, according to Jumabek Myrzabayev, head of the Migration Department at the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration, who shared this information with Birinchi Radio. Foreign nationals are primarily engaged in the construction, light industry, manufacturing, trade, and services sectors. The majority of work permits have been issued to citizens from China, Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Turkey, and Uzbekistan. For 2025, Kyrgyzstan has set a foreign labor force quota of 25,000 individuals. The Kyrgyz government has provided a short window for foreign citizens who have violated the country’s migration laws to legalize...

International Affairs

Israel-Iran Escalation

Israel Strikes Mashhad, an Iranian City Near Turkmenistan and a Hub for Central Asia Trade

Mashhad, a northeastern Iranian city near the border with Turkmenistan and a significant hub for trade with Central Asia, is among the targets hit by the Israeli military in the intensifying conflict between Israel and Iran. The Israeli military said a strike on Mashhad’s airport on Sunday was the furthest since it launched airstrikes on Iran, including nuclear facilities, on June 13 and Iran promptly retaliated. The attack on the city highlights the potential fallout for some countries in Central Asia that do business with Iran across the border with Turkmenistan. “The IAF (Israeli Air Force) struck an Iranian refueling...

Central Asia-China Summit

Is Central Asia China’s Backdoor to Global Power?

Military Defense

Tashkent Turns to Beijing: Uzbekistan’s Military Realignment Reflects Regional Shifts

Central Asia-China Summit

Opinion: From Xi’an to Astana – Elevating China–Central Asia Cooperation to a New Height

Nuclear Power

Rosatom Selected to Build Kazakhstan’s First Nuclear Power Plant

China-Central Asia Summit

China Strengthens Partnerships Across Central Asia at Landmark Summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to Astana on June 16, ahead of the Second China-Central Asia Summit, marked a significant milestone in fostering deeper partnerships between China and Central Asia. With all of the region’s nations in attendance, the summit saw agreements signed across sectors such as energy, infrastructure, agriculture, and technology, solidifying China’s growing influence in the strategically vital region. According to Kazinform, China and the Central Asian nations are poised to finalize over 35 memorandums collectively valued at more than $17 billion during the second China-Central Asia Business Council meeting in Astana on June 17. A Lavish Welcome...

Trans-Caspian International Transport Route

Kazakhstan Launches Construction of Strategic Center-West Highway Corridor

Kazakhstan has officially commenced construction of the long-anticipated Center-West highway corridor, a strategic infrastructure project designed to enhance national connectivity and boost the country’s transit capacity. The groundbreaking ceremony took place in the Kostanay region on June 14, marking a major milestone in the implementation of Kazakhstan’s national transport development strategy. According to the Ministry of Transport, the new highway will stretch 865 kilometers along the route Astana-Zhanteke-Egindikol-Arkalyk-Torgai-Irgiz. Once completed, the corridor will directly link the central and western regions of Kazakhstan and integrate into the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR), a critical freight corridor connecting China and Europe via...

Israel-Iran Escalation

Central Asia Unites: Evacuations Amid Middle East Turmoil

As hostilities between Israel and Iran escalate in the Middle East, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan have initiated a comprehensive evacuation of their citizens from high-risk areas, drawing on regional cooperation and humanitarian assistance to ensure their safe return. Regional Support in Evacuation Efforts Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan have stepped in to aid the Central Asian nations' evacuation operations, providing transit routes and logistical support. At the Astara border checkpoint, six Kazakh citizens crossed from Iran into Azerbaijan, where they were offered medical assistance and meals before continuing their journeys. Turkmenistan has also facilitated the safe passage of approximately 120 evacuees, including...

Travel Restrictions

Kyrgyzstan Seeks Clarity from U.S. on Possible Travel Restrictions

Kyrgyzstan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it plans to summon the top diplomat at the U.S. Embassy to clarify whether and on what grounds the United States will impose restrictions on Kyrgyz nationals seeking to enter the country. In a statement released on Sunday, the ministry responded to a U.S. media report that Kyrgyzstan might be in a group of countries whose citizens could be subject to restrictions and bans similar to those imposed on Turkmenistan and other nations earlier this month. “Today, the United States continues to review immigration laws aimed at ensuring security and regulating the entry of...

Life & Culture

Society

In Kazakhstan, Gender Imbalance Persists Even Among Teenagers

A recent study by Finprom.kz, conducted in partnership with the National Statistics Bureau, sheds light on how Kazakhstani citizens allocate their time across work, leisure, and household duties. The findings reveal significant gender disparities that begin in adolescence and continue into adulthood. Unequal Distribution of Labor at Home The study was based on data from a modular survey conducted every five years, involving approximately 12,000 respondents nationwide. Participants maintained daily activity logs, including both weekdays and weekends. On weekdays, men in Kazakhstan work an average of 9 hours and 7 minutes, about an hour longer than women. However, when it...

Society

Uzbekistan Allows Name Changes Following Official Gender Correction

Society

Kyrgyzstan Sees Notable Drop in Poverty Rate

Film Festival

Kyrgyzstan: Film Festival Showcases Central Asian Talent, New and Old

Religion

Majority of Kazakhstanis Are Religious, But Discrimination Persists, Studies Suggest

Turkic World

Building a Bridge of Tongues: One Uzbek Linguist’s Pursuit of Turkic Unity

For nearly five decades, Uzbek linguist Dr. Bakhtiyor Karimov has worked quietly on an ambitious vision: the creation of a shared, auxiliary language for Turkic-speaking nations. What began as a spark of inspiration on a trolleybus in 1974 became a lifelong intellectual project shaped by history, hardship, and support from prominent regional figures. Karimov’s idea, what he calls the “Averaged Turkic Language”, was born not from political ideology but from a desire to preserve and connect cultures. “If our children cannot access the world’s knowledge in their own tongue, how can they innovate?” he once asked. A Lifelong Vision Conceived...

Tourism

Kazakh Nomads and Authentic Tourism: Interview with Mongolia’s Cultural Envoy Dr. Gantemur Damba

This week The Times of Central Asia will be attending the CAMCA Regional Forum, which this year is being held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The CAMCA network is a collection of professionals and policymakers dedicated to sharing ideas, knowledge and inspiration to develop the Eurasia region; its name stands for Central Asia, Mongolia, the Caucasus and Afghanistan. Ahead of the Forum, The Times of Central Asia spoke with Mongolia’s Cultural Envoy, and the Vice Chair of the Asian Ecotourism Network, Dr. Gantumur Damba, about the country's Kazakh nomads, and what the CAMCA program means for Mongolian culture and tourism. TCA: Central...

International Visitors

Kazakhstan Launches QR Code System for Foreign Visitors at Airports

Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Tourism and Sports, in collaboration with local authorities, has implemented a new QR code system at all international airports across the country. The initiative, announced by Minister of Tourism and Sports Yerbol Myrzabosynov, is designed to enhance the travel experience for foreign visitors by providing easy access to essential services. According to the Ministry, the QR codes grant immediate access to: Electronic SIM card services; Licensed taxi operators; Online hotel booking platforms; Information regarding the registration of foreign citizens; Details on major tourist attractions. The primary goal of the system is to reduce the risk of fraud...

History

A British Scholar’s Glimpse into Kazakh Life a Century Ago

A century ago, in 1925, British historian, writer, and revolutionary Ralph Fox published People of the Steppes, a compelling account of his travels offering rare insights into the life and culture of the Kazakh people. Fox (1900–1936) was no ordinary observer. A journalist, Marxist, and author of biographies on Lenin and Genghis Khan, he traveled through Soviet Central Asia in the early 1920s and spent his final years working at the Marx-Engels Institute in Moscow, where he wrote his last major tome. In the foreword to People of the Steppes, Fox states that his aim was not political propaganda but...

Justice

Migrants

Russia Responds to Uzbekistan’s Concerns Over Police Treatment of Migrants

The Russian government has acknowledged Uzbekistan's concerns regarding recent police actions targeting Uzbek nationals and is currently reviewing the matter, according to a statement by Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova, as reported by state news agency TASS. Zakharova confirmed that the Russian Foreign Ministry had received a formal diplomatic note from the Uzbek Embassy in Moscow, requesting explanations over reports of mistreatment during recent police operations. She said the contents of the note are being examined thoroughly and have been forwarded to the appropriate Russian authorities. “We are studying the content of the note with full attention,” Zakharova said....

Foreign Affairs

Uzbekistan Raises Concerns Over Mistreatment of Citizens During Russian Raids

Arbitration case

Uzbektelecom Responds to Arbitration Case Filed by Humans Mobile

Justice

Humans Group Files Arbitration Against Uzbekistan Over Alleged Investment Violations

Historical Repressions

Tokayev Honors Victims While Putin Rewrites Stalin’s Past

Domestic Violence

Domestic Violence in Kazakhstan: What Has and Hasn’t Changed for Victims

The issue of domestic violence in Kazakhstan has sparked intensified public debate in recent years, particularly following several high-profile cases involving public officials, businesspeople, and artists. Against this backdrop, analysts at the Ranking.kz portal examined how the situation has evolved and how effectively the state is addressing the issue. Stubborn Statistics According to the Committee on Legal Statistics, Kazakhstan has seen a significant decline in overall murder rates, from 1,400 cases in 2010 to 449 in 2024. Similar downward trends are observed for other serious crimes, including rape, sexual assault, and manslaughter. However, the share of murders classified as domestic...

Healthcare

Kazakhstan Faces Scandal Over Drug Procurement System

A political and financial scandal is emerging in Kazakhstan following revelations from the Supreme Audit Chamber (SAC) concerning widespread violations in the country’s public drug procurement system. Deputy Health Minister Ardak Amangeldiev has not ruled out legal action against the SAC after its findings were presented to parliament. SAC Chairman Alikhan Smailov, a former prime minister, said that some materials have already been referred to law enforcement, prompting several members of parliament to call for systemic reform. Audit Uncovers Extensive Irregularities Kazakhstan’s public drug procurement system was audited in both 2023 and 2024. According to Smailov, auditors identified the following...

Money Laundering

Kazakhstan Improves Standing in Global Anti-Money Laundering Ranking

Kazakhstan has made significant progress in the Basel AML Index, moving up to 111th place out of 164 countries in the 2025 global ranking for quantifying money laundering. The index, published by the Basel Institute on Governance, ranks countries from highest to lowest risk, meaning Kazakhstan's lower position reflects improved performance and reduced vulnerability. According to a recent analysis by Finprom.kz, Kazakhstan now ranks among the top three performers in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), surpassed only by Armenia (129th) and Moldova (112th). The country’s index score improved from 4.71 in 2024 to 4.65 in 2025, signaling enhanced resilience...

Deportation

Turkish Authorities Move to Deport Turkmen Dissident Umida Bekchanova

On May 30, Turkmen citizen and outspoken critic of the Ashgabat regime, Umida Bekchanova was detained in Istanbul and now faces deportation to Turkmenistan. Detained Without Warning According to Turkmen.news, Bekchanova was seized by unidentified individuals in plain clothes and transferred to a deportation center in Turkey. The incident was later reported by opposition blogger Kalmurad Soyunov, who lives in Sweden, via his YouTube channel. Citing Bekchanova’s legal team, Soyunov claimed that the arrest was conducted with the involvement of Turkmen special services in cooperation with local Turkish authorities. Bekchanova resides in Turkey legally and has long been a vocal...

Environment

Biopesticide Trials in Kyrgyzstan Pave Way for Greener Locust Control

Between June 10 and 13, Kyrgyzstan conducted a national trial of biological pesticides in the northern Chuy region, marking a step forward in the country’s push toward environmentally responsible locust management. The trial was led by the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture and Processing Industry with support from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), and funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and FAO’s own resources. The initiative is part of the broader “Programme to Improve National and Regional Locust Management in the Caucasus and Central Asia (CCA),” which aims to shift countries away from...

Floods

Flash Floods Severely Damage Irrigation Infrastructure and Crops in Tajikistan

Agriculture

Tajikistan Pursues Cotton Reform with EU Backing

Waste Recycling

Chinese Firm Begins Construction of Waste-to-Energy Plant in Osh

Climate Change

Dushanbe Proposed as Regional Glaciology Hub Amid Accelerating Glacier Melt

Transport

Bishkek’s Tender to Convert Trolleybuses into Electric Buses Fails, Again

For the second time, a municipal tender in Bishkek aimed at converting trolleybuses into electric buses has ended in failure. According to the Kyrgyz public procurement portal, no bids were submitted for the project, which offered 4.5 million KGS (approximately USD 51,500) per unit. Following the unsuccessful tender, local media reported that city authorities approached an unnamed Chinese company directly to initiate a pilot conversion of one trolleybus. However, transport industry experts are skeptical, noting that retrofitting Belarusian models designed for overhead power may prove technically complex and economically unjustifiable. The initiative stems from a controversial municipal decision to transition...

Locust Outbreak

Kyrgyzstan Urges Regional Unity to Combat Major Locust Outbreak

Kyrgyzstan has called for stronger regional cooperation among Central Asian countries in response to a large-scale locust infestation threatening vast areas of farmland. According to the Ministry of Water Resources, Agriculture, and Processing Industry of Kyrgyzstan, surveys across 114,000 hectares of agricultural land revealed locust presence on nearly two-thirds of the area. More than 74,000 hectares have already been treated with pesticides. “Locusts are herbivorous insects capable of forming large migratory swarms under favorable population and climate conditions. These swarms can devastate entire crop fields within days,” the ministry warned. The infestation is particularly severe in southern Kyrgyzstan, where early...

Climate Change

Experts Warn of Escalating Climate Risks for Central Asia

As global temperatures rise, Central Asia is emerging as one of the world’s most vulnerable regions to the impacts of climate change. This warning comes from three recent reports by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), which predict intensified warming, more frequent droughts, and rapid glacier retreat in the region. Without urgent adaptation and coordinated policy responses, the region faces growing risks to its water resources, agriculture, and energy systems. Beyond the Climate Norm According to the WMO’s Climate Outlook for 2025-2029, Central Asia is projected to experience sustained warming and greater variability in precipitation. Every year in the 2025-2029 period...

Climate Change

Central Asian Glaciers Shrinking Irreversibly, Expert Warns

Glaciers in Central Asia are melting at an alarming rate with no signs of recovery, according to Tohir Majitov, head of the Uzbek public organization "Suvchi," in an interview with Kazinform. Majitov highlighted the escalating pressure on water supplies due to population growth and agricultural expansion across the region. "In 1991, Central Asia had nearly 6 million hectares of irrigated land. By 2024, this figure has grown to over 10 million hectares. The population has also increased from around 45 million to more than 80 million. Water supply for this growing population is now a serious issue," he explained. He...

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The Next Steps for Central Asian Finance: Interview with Azerbaijani Fintech Leader Dr. Fuad Karimov

Personal Data of 16 Million Kazakh Citizens Leaked

Kazakhstan’s Nuclear Diplomacy – With China Set to Build Second, Who Will Construct Third Nuclear Power Plant?

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Kyrgyzstan Intends to Join International Conventions on Nuclear Safety

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International Affairs

International Affairs

Israel Strikes Mashhad, an Iranian City Near Turkmenistan and a Hub for Central Asia Trade

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Kazakhstan Launches Construction of Strategic Center-West Highway Corridor

Central Asia Unites: Evacuations Amid Middle East Turmoil

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Life & Culture

In Kazakhstan, Gender Imbalance Persists Even Among Teenagers

Building a Bridge of Tongues: One Uzbek Linguist’s Pursuit of Turkic Unity

Kazakh Nomads and Authentic Tourism: Interview with Mongolia’s Cultural Envoy Dr. Gantemur Damba

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Russia Responds to Uzbekistan’s Concerns Over Police Treatment of Migrants