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Investigators into the crash of an Azerbaijan Airlines plane in Kazakhstan that killed 38 people are trying to determine what caused the aircraft to divert from its planned landing in Grozny, the capital of Russia-controlled Chechnya. The Embraer 190 passenger plane, which was carrying 62 passengers and five crewmembers, crashed...

Deportation

Deportations of Central Asians from the U.S. Increased in 2024

Culture

How Christmas is Celebrated in Central Asia

In predominantly Islamic countries, celebrating Christian Christmas reflects a spirit of tolerance and peaceful coexistence. On December 25, people of all backgrounds are welcome to join the celebrations. Catholics and Protestants are minority Christian groups in Central Asia. Catholicism was introduced to the region as early as the 12th century,...

Transport

Bishkek Court Upholds Decision to Dismantle Trolleybus Lines

BRICS

Kazakhstan to Become a BRICS Partner on January 1, 2025

Energy

Kyrgyz Authorities Tighten Control Over Energy Resource Usage

Legislation

Turkmen Authorities Prevent Turkmen-Turkish Family Reunifications

Turkish citizens have reported difficulties faced by their wives, citizens of Turkmenistan, who have been banned from leaving the country after renewing their passports. Women who returned to Turkmenistan to apply for new passports have been denied exit at Ashgabat airport. Authorities cited violations of the “legislation of the country...

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Turkmenistan’s Geopolitical Shift Toward the West

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Kazakhstan, with China’s Help, Plans to Export Green Energy to Europe

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Kazakhstan and Serbia Strengthen Ties Despite Different Geopolitical Paths

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Risk and Reward: Why Savvy Investors Should Dive into Central Asia-Caspian Region

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How Can Central Asian Countries Advance Democratization Efforts Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty?

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How Central Asia Is Shifting From Russia Towards Turkey

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The Geopolitical Battle for Kazakhstan’s First Nuclear Power Plant

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Navigating Challenges: The ICG Reports on Taliban Drug Ban and Its Global Implications

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Azerbaijan Is Bringing Uzbekistan into the Middle Corridor

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Business & Economy

Rail Corridor

Beijing Meeting Charts Future of China-Kazakhstan-Turkmenistan-Iran Rail Corridor

On December 25, experts convened in Beijing to evaluate the performance and future potential of the China-Kazakhstan-Turkmenistan-Iran railway route. The meeting reviewed the route’s operational results for 2024 and explored opportunities for further development. Kazakhstan was represented by KTZ Express, a subsidiary of Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (KTZ), the national railway company. According to KTZ Express, cargo transportation volume along the route increased by 31% during the first 11 months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023. This growth underscores the rising interest of market participants in the route and highlights Kazakhstan’s critical role as a transit hub in...

Automobile Industry

Kazakhstan Expects Record Car Sales

Solar Energy

Uzbekistan to Build New Solar Plant with World Bank Support

Uranium

Kyrgyzstan Plans to Reclaim All Uranium Tailings Dumps

Transport

Important Deal Signed for China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan Railway Project

EAEU

Work in the EAEU App Expands to Uzbekistan to Support Migrant Workers

The “Work in the EAEU” mobile app, developed by the Eurasian Development Bank’s (EDB) Fund for Digital Initiatives, has officially launched services for migrant workers in Uzbekistan, the EDB has announced. With this launch, the app now operates in Uzbekistan, a country that is neither a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) - which includes Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia - nor an EDB member state. The expansion highlights the app’s broader regional ambitions. Initially launched in June 2022, the “Work in the EAEU” app was designed to support the free movement of labor within EAEU member states....

Trade

Uzbekistan’s Foreign Trade Turnover Reaches $59.4 Billion in 2024

From January to November 2024, Uzbekistan’s foreign trade turnover (FTT) reached $59.4 billion, marking an increase of $2.1 billion or 3.6% compared to the same period in 2023, according to the Uzbek Statistical Agency. The volume of exports rose to $24.2 billion, a 4.4% increase compared to January-November 2023. Imports totaled $35.1 billion, growing by 3.0% over the same period. Kazakhstan emerged as one of Uzbekistan’s largest economic partners, following China and Russia. Factors contributing to this include a shared border, trade liberalization, and economic collaboration within the CIS free trade zone. Uzbekistan currently conducts trade with 195 countries, with...

Energy

Kyrgyz Authorities Tighten Control Over Energy Resource Usage

Kyrgyzstan has enacted a new law mandating efficient and rational use of energy resources across all enterprises, both state-owned and private. The law establishes a dedicated government body tasked with inspecting organizations, enterprises, and buildings to ensure compliance with energy efficiency standards, regardless of ownership. This legislation, previously approved by parliament, assigns local state administrations and municipal authorities the responsibility of ensuring energy efficiency in buildings under their jurisdiction. This includes the adoption of highly efficient energy-consuming devices and equipment. The new law also requires authorities to provide consumers with metering devices for electricity, natural gas, and heat energy. These...

Caspian Sea

Kazakhstan Takes Bold Steps to Revive Caspian Sea Fishing Industry

For the first time in over 30 years, commercial fishing has resumed in Kazakhstan’s section of the Caspian Sea. On December 20, Deputy Minister of Agriculture Amangaliy Berdalin attended the ceremonial departure of fishing boats targeting sprat from the port of Sarzha in the village of Kuryk, located in the Mangistau region. Commercial fishing in the Mangistau region was active before 1991 but declined after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Its revival is part of Kazakhstan’s broader efforts to develop a sustainable fishing industry and bolster food security. One of the first steps in this revival was the purchase...

Local Politics

Parliament

Kazakh MP Zhanbyrshin Criticizes Air Astana

Kazakh MP Yedil Zhanbyrshin has voiced strong criticism of Air Astana, calling for more Kazakh-language content on its flights and denouncing the airline’s complex refund and compensation processes. Zhanbyrshin directed his remarks at Air Astana CEO Peter Foster, emphasizing the need for the airline to prioritize the Kazakh language, particularly for flights operating within Kazakhstan. “We have repeatedly raised this issue, and it is time to bring the situation in line with the country’s laws. Onboard content is predominantly presented in another language, with Kazakh rarely used. Why is the state language not given priority?” the MP stressed. He further...

Reshuffle

Kazakh President Picks New Economy Minister Amid Reforms, Uncertainty

Legislation

Kyrgyzstan MP Proposes Legalization of Marijuana

Legislation

Kazakhstan Updates Rules for Installing Monuments and Memorials

Poverty

World Bank Report Highlights Poverty and Inequality Challenges in Kazakhstan

Transport

Astana’s Long-Awaited LRT Project Set to Launch Next Year

Zhenis Kassymbek, the Akim (governor) of Kazakhstan’s capital Astana, has announced that the city’s first light rail transit (LRT) line will launch by the end of next year, marking a significant milestone in a 13-year-long construction project fraught with delays and controversies. The LRT project, envisioned as a high-speed transport system running on elevated tracks to bypass traffic, began construction in 2011. Initially, the line was slated for completion by 2017 to coincide with the EXPO international exhibition. It was intended to connect the Astana-Nurly Zhol railway station with the capital’s airport. While the railway station opened on time, the...

Government

Kyrgyzstan Unveils Ambitious Growth Plans at People’s Kurultai

On December 20, Bishkek hosted the third People’s Kurultai (Congress), a platform for direct dialogue between representatives of local communities from across Kyrgyzstan and the country’s top leadership. The event featured opening remarks by President Sadyr Japarov and a detailed address by newly appointed Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers, Adylbek Kasymaliyev, who outlined the government’s economic priorities and strategic plans for the future. Japarov set the tone for the event by sharing his vision for Kyrgyzstan’s development priorities. He announced that construction of the long-anticipated China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway will commence on December 27. Kasymaliev, in his address, emphasized Kyrgyzstan’s ability...

Government

Tax Troubles Trigger Shake-Up: Kyrgyzstan Names New Prime Minister

In Kyrgyzstan, Adylbek Kasymaliev, the head of the Cabinet of Ministers, has replaced Akylbek Japarov and became the new Prime Minister of the country. The departure of the previous head came as a surprise to most citizens. However, the president of the Kyrgyz Republic explained that the dismissal was due to unfavorable developments in the sphere of taxes. New Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliev was born on December 1, 1960, in the village of Dolon, in the Tyup district of the Issyk-Kul region. Over his long career, he has held the positions of Minister of Finance of Kyrgyzstan, Chairman of the...

Tax

Kazakhstan’s Mining Association Proposes Reforming Mineral Extraction Tax

Aibar Dautov, head of Kazakhstan's Mining Industry Association, has called for reforms to the procedure for calculating the mineral extraction tax (MET) to boost budget revenues from oil and solid minerals. Speaking at the Astana Open Dialogue during discussions on the new tax code, Dautov noted that Kazakhstan currently employs ten different MET rates for crude oil taxation. These rates are determined based on two key factors: the price of oil at the time of sale and the annual production volume at a given field. The current tax structure is divided into the following production thresholds: 5% tax for annual...

International Affairs

Agriculture

The Netherlands Strengthens Its Position in Turkmenistan’s Agricultural Sector

Dutch companies are expanding their presence in Turkmenistan's agricultural sector, exploring new business opportunities to modernize and enhance local farming practices. A delegation led by former Dutch Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Peter van Leeuwen visited Ashgabat in early December to assess potential collaborations. The delegation included representatives from prominent Dutch firms such as Agrotech Didam, Dalsem, Geerlofs, HZPC, and Kubo. Discussions focused on key areas for joint efforts, including the construction of modern greenhouses, the implementation of drip irrigation systems, and advancements in seed production. Turkmen officials expressed a keen interest in adopting Dutch technologies to boost agricultural yields and efficiency....

Disaster Response

What Happened Over Russia? Probe Into Fatal AZAL Crash in Kazakhstan Begins

Global Diplomacy

Opinion: What Will a New Trump Presidency Mean for Central Asia?

Bilateral Cooperation

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Intensify Efforts to Combat Disinformation

Energy

Central Asia’s Pivotal Role in the Global Energy Transition

Aktau Plane Crash

Questions Mount After Azeri Plane Crash with Focus on Russian Air Defenses

On December 25, an Azerbaijani Embraer 190 aircraft operating a Baku-Grozny flight made a hard emergency landing near the city of Aktau, Kazakhstan. The aircraft, carrying five crew members and 67 passengers, suffered devastating consequences. Both pilots were killed, along with 38 passengers. Additionally, 29 people, including three children, were hospitalized. The aircraft disintegrated on impact, and a fire engulfed its midsection. Initial reports suggested a bird strike, but alternative theories have since emerged. Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Emergency Situations detailed the timeline: at 11:02 Astana time, the crew issued a distress signal while flying over the Caspian Sea. By 11:37,...

Disaster Response

Dozens Survive Azerbaijan Airlines Plane Crash in Kazakhstan

A passenger plane from Azerbaijan Airlines has crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, while en route from Baku to Grozny in Chechnya. Authorities and locals were left shaken but relieved as more than 30 people survived the incident. The aircraft was carrying 62 passengers and five crew members. The accident occurred during an emergency landing attempt after the plane experienced difficulties mid-flight. Initial investigations point to potential mechanical failure as the cause. Emergency response teams were quickly dispatched to the scene, providing medical aid to the injured. Survivors suffered injuries ranging from minor cuts to more serious trauma, with ongoing efforts to...

BRICS

Kazakhstan to Become a BRICS Partner on January 1, 2025

Kazakhstan will officially join BRICS as a partner state on January 1, 2025, according to Yuri Ushakov, an assistant to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ushakov stated that Russia has received confirmation from several countries expressing readiness to become BRICS partners. “One of the important results of the BRICS summit in Kazan was the establishment of the category of BRICS partner countries and agreement on a list of 13 states. Appropriate invitations were sent to these states. Confirmations of readiness to become a BRICS partner state have been received from Belarus, Bolivia, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Cuba, Malaysia, Thailand, Uganda, and Uzbekistan,” Ushakov...

Syria

Central Asia Leads in Repatriating Citizens from Syrian Camps

Central Asian governments are at the forefront of efforts to repatriate their citizens from camps in northeastern Syria, according to Khalid Koser, head of the Global Community Engagement and Resilience Fund (GCERF). In an interview with RIA Novosti, Koser highlighted that, unlike European nations, Central Asian states have taken responsibility for their nationals. GCERF is an international organization supporting local initiatives to prevent extremism and violence by fostering partnerships between governments, civil society, and the private sector. Koser noted that approximately 2,200 Central Asian citizens have been repatriated from these camps. Kazakhstan has brought back 754 individuals, Kyrgyzstan 533, Tajikistan...

Life & Culture

Education

Turkmenistan Explores Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Education

Turkmenistan has taken a significant step toward integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its education system by hosting a scientific and practical conference. Organized by the Ministry of Education in collaboration with the UNESCO Institute for Information Technologies in Education, the event marked progress in implementing the goals outlined in the “Roadmap of Cooperation for 2024-2025.” Key Discussions The conference explored critical aspects of applying AI in education. Topics included the development of education management information systems, improving teachers’ digital literacy, and adapting cutting-edge technologies to Turkmenistan’s specific conditions. Participants also presented a draft strategy for the development of AI in...

Culture

How Christmas is Celebrated in Central Asia

Legislation

Uzbekistan Proposes 5-Day Paid Paternity Leave

Mass Media

Euronews Expands Central Asian Presence with New Office in Astana

Emergencies

Lions Kill Guard at Tashkent Area Zoo

Art and Culture

Exploring Uzbekistan’s Cultural Tapestry – Trio Fadolín’s From Near and Far in NYC

Earlier this month, the Bruno Walter Auditorium at Manhattan’s Lincoln Center resonated with the vibrant sounds of From Near and Far, a new musical project by the New York-based ensemble Trio Fadolín. The performance, part of the New York Public Library’s cultural programming, captivated audiences with its rich exploration of Uzbek musical traditions and beyond. Suspense, melancholy, and drama were interwoven with personal stories shared by Ljova (Lev Zhurbin), a member of the ensemble and virtuoso of the fadolín — a one-of-a-kind string instrument custom-made for him — blending the tonal depth of the violin, viola, and cello. The program...

Transport

Bishkek Court Upholds Decision to Dismantle Trolleybus Lines

The Bishkek Administrative Court has ruled in favor of a decision by the city's Mayor’s Office to dismantle trolleybus lines legally. Representatives of the municipality successfully argued the legality of their actions. The city government plans to completely replace trolleybuses, an environmentally friendly mode of transportation, with buses. To implement this plan, workers have reportedly cut power lines at night, causing widespread transportation disruptions. This move has faced significant backlash from Bishkek residents, who filed a lawsuit and lodged a complaint with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), which had financed the purchase of new trolleybuses. This decision...

Education

Turkmenistan Implements Gender-Sensitive Pedagogy in Education

The Ministry of Education of Turkmenistan, in collaboration with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), has introduced new training materials on gender-sensitive pedagogy. The initiative aims to foster an inclusive educational environment that addresses the individual needs of children while enhancing the skills of professionals in education, healthcare, and social protection. The materials are tailored for teachers, parents, and students, focusing on promoting gender-sensitive approaches in schools, kindergartens, and family settings. By equipping professionals with tools and strategies for inclusive practices, the program seeks to create a fair and equitable educational system for all children. An orientation session for professionals...

Kazakhstan Considers Restrictions on AI Use by Students

Kazakh Member of Parliament Magerram Magerramov has proposed limiting the use of ChatGPT and other generative AI tools by schoolchildren. According to Magerramov, these technologies can complete school assignments, write essays, and summarize texts, which undermines students’ critical thinking and problem-solving skills. “We risk raising a generation that cannot make quick decisions in complex situations. This threatens the intellectual potential of the country,” the MP warned. Magerramov highlighted global efforts to regulate artificial intelligence as potential models. The European Parliament recently passed legislation to control AI usage, while Australia and some U.S. states have implemented age restrictions for social networks....

Justice

Deportation

Deportations of Central Asians from the U.S. Increased in 2024

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has released its Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Report, detailing the agency’s accomplishments over the past year. The report highlights how ICE’s directorates and program offices met their mission objectives. Established in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks, ICE is tasked with protecting the American public, ensuring public safety, and promoting national security. According to the report, ICE’s Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) deported 271,484 non-citizens with final orders of removal to 192 countries. This total includes 88,763 individuals charged with or convicted of criminal offenses, 3,706 known or suspected gang members, 237 known or...

Crime

Uzbekistan Searches for Two Chechens Accused of Allamjonov Assassination Attempt

Migration

Anti-Migrant Wave Rises in Russia Following General’s Murder

Moscow Assassination

Uzbek Suspect Charged in Moscow Assassination; Putin and Mirziyoyev Talk

Organized Crime

Kyrgyz Security Chief Declares Crackdown on Organized Crime a Success

Human Rights

German Firms Urged to Address Human Rights Risks in Uzbek Cotton

German companies, supported by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development and the German textile sector, are increasingly exploring Uzbekistan as a potential market. A report titled Relevant Human Rights Expertise: Risk Assessment for German Companies in the Textile Industry of Uzbekistan evaluates how these firms comply with supply chain laws and fulfill their human rights obligations. The report underscores ongoing challenges in Uzbekistan’s cotton industry, despite recent reforms. Key issues include risks of forced labor, government interference in cotton production, and poor working conditions. Farmers face coercive contracts, insecure land tenure, and restricted union rights. These problems persist...

Crime

Tajikistan Captures Four Suspected of Konibodom Night Murders

Tajikistan's Prosecutor General's Office has announced that it has detained four men in connection with a series of murders that have terrified the town of Konibodom, in the country's northern Sughd region. The office's statement says that operational and investigative measures led to the arrest of four Tajik citizens. The detainees are: Solehjon Khudojberdiev, born in 1998, a resident of Firuzoba Jamoat, Gulbog village; Akhajon Tukhtaev, born in 1997, also from Firuzoba Jamoat, Gulbog village; Bakhtiyor Ravshanov, born in 1988, a resident of Lohuti Jamoat, Sanchidzor village; Manuchehr Odilov, born in 1996, in M. Abdulloyev street, Khamroboyev Jamoat. All four...

Crime

Kyrgyzstan Cracks Down on Major Religious Extremist Organization

In Jalal-Abad, officers of Kyrgyzstan's State Committee for National Security (SCNS) neutralized one of the largest structural networks of the banned religious extremist organization Hizb ut-Tahrir. According to the SCNS press service, 22 active members of the organization were detained, including the leader (“masul”), five spiritual leaders (“nakibs”), and eight teachers (“mushrifs”) who taught extremist ideology to small groups of 3-5 students in clandestine settings. The SCNS reported that the detainees had been actively spreading destructive ideas, recruiting supporters, and distributing extremist materials for several years. During the operation, authorities discovered an underground printing house where extremist materials were being...

Emergencies

Gas Station Explosion in Uzbekistan Kills Four; Arrests Made

The death toll in an explosion and fire at a propane gas filling station in the Uzbek city of Ferghana has risen to four, and five people have been arrested as part of a criminal investigation into the incident, according to authorities. The Internal Affairs Department of the Ferghana region also said on Telegram that the blast happened when a crack appeared during the filling of a gas container. Emergency responders previously attributed the explosion to safety failures at the site of the explosion on Tuesday afternoon. One person died at the scene and three others later died of their...

Environment

Water resources

Kazakhstan Receives Abundant Water in 2024

Kazakhstan’s Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation has reported record water accumulation in the country’s reservoirs and lakes in 2024. This year, Kazakhstan’s reservoirs collected over 75 billion cubic meters of water, including more than 12 billion cubic meters of floodwater from unprecedented spring floods in the western and northern regions. These floods were triggered by rapid snowmelt, leading to significant increases in water availability. According to the Ministry, efficient floodwater distribution helped replenish reservoirs and direct excess water to rivers and lakes that have faced drying trends in recent years. Notable allocations include: Lake Balkhash: Received 15.4 billion cubic...

Irrigation

Kazakhstan’s Southern Region Receives Full Irrigation Water Supply from Kyrgyzstan

Economy

Central Asia Faces Devastating $9 Billion Annual Loss from Climate Crises

Energy

Central Asia’s Pivotal Role in the Global Energy Transition

International Finance

AIIB Approves $250 Million to Support Uzbekistan’s Climate Transition

Wind Power

Rosatom to Build 100 MW Wind Farm in Kyrgyzstan

Rosatom Renewable Energy, the wind power division of Russia’s State Atomic Energy Corporation Rosatom, has signed an investment agreement with Kyrgyzstan’s Cabinet of Ministers to construct and operate a 100 MW wind farm in Kok-Moinok village, located in the Issyk-Kul region The agreement was formalized by Taalaibek Ibraev, Kyrgyzstan’s Minister of Energy; Grigory Nazarov, Director General of Rosatom Renewable Energy; and Dmitry Andreyev, Director General of NovaWind Kyrgyzstan, LLC. The project represents Rosatom’s first export initiative in wind power generation. A ceremonial milestone was reached in September 2024 with the laying of a time capsule at the site of the...

Caspian Sea

Kazakhstan Takes Bold Steps to Revive Caspian Sea Fishing Industry

Water

Vietnamese Companies to Modernize Bishkek’s Wastewater Treatment Facilities

On December 18, the Bishkek City Administration signed a public-private partnership agreement with a consortium of Vietnamese companies - SFC Investment Development for Environment and Phu Dien Investment Construction and Trading. The agreement outlines plans for the reconstruction and modernization of the city’s wastewater treatment facilities. The project aims to comprehensively upgrade Bishkek’s municipal wastewater treatment infrastructure using cutting-edge technologies. Key initiatives include: Equipping the municipal water supply company’s laboratory with advanced water quality analysis tools. Replacing outdated water chlorination systems with ultraviolet disinfection technology. Automating control processes for wastewater treatment. The modernization is designed to ensure that treated wastewater...

Agricultural Produce

Kazakhstan Plans to Launch Olive Oil Production by 2030

Kazakhstan is set to launch its first olive oil production plant by 2030, marking a significant step in introducing olive cultivation to the country. The Ministry of Agriculture announced that QVM Technology is spearheading the ambitious project in partnership with local and international collaborators. In 2023, QVM Technology joined forces with Ordabasy Group, Ervira (Kazakhstan), and Georgia's Olive Georgia to undertake experimental olive tree planting in the Zhetysu, Turkestan, and Mangistau regions of Kazakhstan. The initial planting involved 6,080 saplings, boasting a remarkable 99.7% survival rate. The first harvest from these trees is anticipated in five years. In the spring...

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Beijing Meeting Charts Future of China-Kazakhstan-Turkmenistan-Iran Rail Corridor

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