International relations
Japan looks to wean Kyrgyzstan off reliance on China, Russia
Leaders stress friendship, commitment to rule of law in Tokyo meeting
Central Asia
International relations
Turkey and France jostle for Central Asia influence as Russia declines
Ankara leads Turkic state summit while Macron visits Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
International relations
Japan to invite Central Asian foreign ministers to G7 meeting next week
Tokyo steps up diplomatic outreach to region courted by China
International relations
Kazakhstan welcomes France's Macron under Moscow's disapproving gaze
Two to discuss energy cooperation, trade and regional matters, plan business deals
Belt and Road
China's Li Qiang calls for progress on Central Asia railway
Belt and Road link to Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan has been delayed by cost debate
International relations
Russia, China, U.S. and more woo Central Asia with summit diplomacy
Moscow's fading influence in its backyard opens door for Western charm offensive
International relations
Japan takes regional approach to diplomacy with ASEAN, Central Asia
Tokyo draws inspiration from 30-year-old TICAD framework for Africa
International relations
Russia woos Central Asia with Putin's first trip under ICC warrant
CIS summit in Kyrgyzstan follows regional leaders' meetings with U.S., Europe
Climate Change
Japan launches new decarbonization dialogue with Central Asia
Tokyo aims to blunt Russian and Chinese influence in key region
International relations
Japan seeks to boost Central Asia relations with 1st summit in 2024
Region crucial to China's Belt and Road Initiative is rich in resources
Opinion
Kazakhstan is building more connections with the world
Economic program will boost Europe-Asia cargo flows, accelerate green transition
Life
Yurt alert: Traditional tents make a comeback in Kazakhstan
Portable dwellings thrive as tourist attractions and emergency housing
Belt and Road
China's Belt and Road at crossroads as more loans turn sour
10 years in, Beijing enjoys greater clout but new investments trend down
Ukraine war
Russia, Central Asia locked in tug of war over Ukraine recruiting
From Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan, states clamp down on mercenary activity
International relations
Russia tightens Central Asia ties for gas sales, dual-use supplies
West tightens sanctions screws on Kyrgyz, other companies dealing with Moscow
Travel & Leisure
Uzbekistan built a $580 million tourist draw, but will they come?
Poor transport, medical services key hurdles for ambitious travel strategy
Politics
Uzbek president reelected for seven-year term in snap election
Mirziyoyev wins 87.1% of vote in race without viable opposition
Politics
Uzbekistan leader Mirziyoyev eyes third term in weekend polls
Presidential election comes after Central Asian nation hit by deadly unrest
International relations
Putin claims unity, Xi slams decoupling at India-hosted SCO talks
Online meeting comes days after Wagner uprising shook Moscow and the region
Your Week in Asia
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Your weekly lineup of Asia's biggest business and political events
Ukraine war
Kazakhstan woos over 400 Western firms exiting Russia
Exodus by businesses lifts Central Asian economy
Opinion
Kazakhstan's backdoor trade with Russia must be stopped
Time for sanctions over funneling of restricted goods to support war in Ukraine
Terrorism
Afghanistan-based extremists spark terror fears in Central Asia
Islamic State's branch beefing up propaganda to recruit Uzbek, Tajik fighters
International relations
China's Xi pledges billions in loans to Central Asian nations
Beijing aiming to fill void left by Russia in former Soviet republics
International relations
China to convene Central Asian leaders to counter G-7 summit
Xi aims to bolster ties on security, Belt and Road projects