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Kazakhstan Temir Zholy (Kazakh Railways, or KTZ), the national railway company, has imposed a ban on the transportation of all types of cargo to stations in Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Afghanistan and Kyrgyzstan via the Saryagash border crossing from November 22 to 24. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan will complete the integration of its northern region into the Central Asian unified power grid in the first half of 2026, Energy and Water Resources Minister Daler Juma announced at the 67th meeting of the CIS Electric Power Council, which was held in Dushanbe on November 20. asiaplustj.info »
Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has proposed the formation of a “Central Asian Community,” a new regional economic organization aimed at deepening cooperation among the countries of Central Asia. The call came during a summit of Central Asian leaders held on November 16 in Tashkent, where unity emerged as a central theme for the region’s future. asiaplustj.info »
Western media report that U.S. President Donald Trump hosted the leaders of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan at the White House on November 6, as part of efforts to diversify Washington’s supply of critical minerals essential for high-tech manufacturing. asiaplustj.info »
Team Tajikistan is having its best-ever performance at the 3rd Asian Youth Games, currently underway in Bahrain, having already claimed 19 medals — including 2 gold, 2 silver, and 15 bronze. On October 29 , four more young athletes added to Tajikistan’s growing medal count, according to the official tournament website. asiaplustj.info »
For the first time, Tajikistan has won gold medals at the Asian Games—an achievement secured during the debut of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) at the 3rd Asian Games held in Manama, Bahrain. From October 22 to 31, 2025, the city of Manama hosted the third edition of the Asian Games, bringing together top athletes from across the continent. asiaplustj.info »
U. S. President Donald Trump has extended official invitations to the presidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan to attend the upcoming C5+1 summit in Washington, scheduled for November 6, Azattyk reports. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan's national team continues to impress at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain, having secured a total of 12 medals to date, including two gold, one silver, and nine bronze. The latest victories have propelled the country to 14th place in the overall medal standings, surpassing Jordan and Bahrain. asiaplustj.info »
October 23 marks the worldwide observance of Snow Leopard Day. This elusive big cat — also known as the irbis or ounce — is native to the mountainous regions of Central and South Asia and is now listed as a vulnerable species by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Fergana news agency reported on October 23. asiaplustj.info »
House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on South and Central Asia Ranking Member, Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove, and Chair, Congressman Bill Huizenga, on October 20 sent a letter to President Trump urging him to convene a C5+1 Leaders’ Summit in Washington, D.C. on the 10th anniversary of the diplomatic forum. asiaplustj.info »
This autumn, the Tajik capital will become a major hub for young judo talent from across Asia. Dushanbe is set to host two prestigious judo tournaments under the banner of the Asian Judo Union (JUA): the Cadet Asian Cup and the Junior Asian Cup, scheduled for November 20–21 and November 22–23, 2025, respectively. asiaplustj.info »
The Central Asian Badminton Championship wrapped up in Tashkent, bringing together 97 athletes from seven countries across the region. Representing Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan, Mongolia, Iran, and Tajikistan, participants competed across three age categories — U15, U17, and U23 — in individual, doubles, mixed, and team events. asiaplustj.info »
On the first day, Tajik judoka Madina Kurbonzoda won a gold medal in the 52 kg weight category at the Asian Judo Championship among cadets and juniors in Jakarta (Indonesia). This is a sensational event for Tajik judo: Madina became the first girl in the country's history to win gold at the Asian Cadet Championships. asiaplustj.info »
Fakhriddin Khakimov , a participant of the Voice of Russia and X - Factor Belarus , represents Tajikistan at the first Asian vocal competition , which will be held in the capital of Kazakhstan this month , Kazinform agency reports . asiaplustj.info »
The Presidents of Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan have been nominated for the prestigious Leo Tolstoy International Peace Prize. The Russian Peace Foundation proposed this nomination based on historic agreements signed during the 2025 summit in the Tajik northern city of Khujand. asiaplustj.info »
Water resources officials from Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan have jointly stressed the urgent need to modernize aging pumping stations in Tajikistan]s Sughd province, which are consuming electricity at rates far exceeding acceptable norms due to severe wear and outdated equipment. asiaplustj.info »
Senior military officials from the United States and Central and South Asia convened in Islamabad for a regional chiefs of staff conference organized by U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM), the Kyrgyz Ministry of Defense reported . asiaplustj.info »
Central Asian migrants were reportedly subjected to mistreatment during a raid on a Ministry of Defense facility in Moscow, according to the Telegram channel Baza . The operation was carried out by OMON (Special Purpose Mobile Unit) officers who arrived at a dormitory in the Strogino district to check the documents of migrant workers. asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan is looking to the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for support in creating an International Trust Fund dedicated to preserving glaciers. According to the Tajik president’s official website, his was announced during a meeting between Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon and ADB Vice-President Yingming Yang held in Dushanbe on May 28. asiaplustj.info »
From May 27 to 31, the 26th Asian Athletics Championships are taking place in Gumi, South Korea — the premier continental competition in track and field. Tajikistan’s national team has sent its strongest athletes, who view this event as a key milestone in their 2025 season. asiaplustj.info »
The property tax systems in Central Asia's capitals differ significantly, making direct comparisons challenging. However, a general overview of the tax burden on residential real estate in the region’s largest cities can be drawn. asiaplustj.info »
Stricter migration policies in Russia have led to a decline in the number of labor migrants from Central Asia, prompting concerns in countries heavily reliant on remittances such as Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
The Central Asian Startup Cup took place in Kyrgyzstan’s capital, Bishkek, on April 24-25. This major regional competition brought together top startups from four Central Asian countries. Among the participants was the Tajik startup A1 eSpace, which made it into the top three. asiaplustj.info »
 àïðåëå â Áèøêåêå ïðîø¸ë Central Asian Startup Cup – ìàñøòàáíûé ðåãèîíàëüíûé êîíêóðñ, îáúåäèíèâøèé ëó÷øèå ñòàðòàïû èç ÷åòûð¸õ ñòðàí Öåíòðàëüíîé Àçèè. Ñðåäè ó÷àñòíèêîâ — òàäæèêñêèé ñòàðòàï A1 eSpace, êîòîðûé âîø¸ë â òðîéêó ëèäåðîâ. asiaplustj.info »
Diplomatic services of Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan have successfully freed their citizens, as well as Kyrgyz nationals, who had become victims of a criminal group after being lured into forced labor in Myanmar, Uzbekistan’s Dunyo news agency reported on April 13. asiaplustj.info »
Eurasianet reports that water usage for irrigation and other purposes by Central Asian nations was lower than permitted allotments in 2024, despite generally adequate supplies, according to data published by the Interstate Commission for Water Coordination of Central Asia. asiaplustj.info »
RBC reported on March 27 that EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas, told reporters in Ashgabat during the 20th EU-Central Asia Ministerial meeting that European Union sanctions against Russia are damaging the economies of Central Asian countries, but the EU does not allow them to be bypassed through this region. asiaplustj.info »
Kyrgyzstan President Sadyr Japarov stated that the countries of Central Asia should begin the process of introducing a visa-free regime between themselves. He wrote this on his Facebook page. asiaplustj.info »
Hong Kong’s Asia Film Financing Forum (HAF), which is the region’s leading movie project market, has unveiled the 25 titles selected for its upcoming 2025 edition. asiaplustj.info »
Syria's new rulers have reportedly given high-ranking military positions to several foreign Islamist fighters, a move that has alarmed their home governments, which fear the potential export of unrest to their own soil. asiaplustj.info »
Radio Liberty says migrant detention centers in Russia are running out of space after a crackdown on undocumented migrants following the deadly Crocus City Hall attack in March last year, which was blamed on Central Asian nationals. asiaplustj.info »
Unable to find work at home, millions of Central Asians have traveled to Russia over the years in search of better employment opportunities. asiaplustj.info »
Former U. S. Navy officer James Durso has pointed out that no U. S. president has visited the Central Asian region, unlike Russian and Chinese leaders who have successfully strengthened ties with Central Asia. asiaplustj.info »
At the 87th meeting of the Interstate Coordination Water Management Commission (ICWMC) held in Turkmenistan’s capital, Ashgabat, on November 6, the water intake limits for the inter-vegetative period of 2024-2025 were approved. asiaplustj.info »
A three-day meeting of the 2024 SPECA Economic Forum and Governing Council concluded in Dushanbe today. asiaplustj.info »
Tajik chess player Suhrob Hamdamov has claimed the gold medal at the Asian Chess Championship for Player with Disabilities, while another representative of the Tajik national chess team, Bahodour Abdulloyev, has secured silver. asiaplustj.info »
In October this year, the international human rights organization Equality Now published a report titled Breaking Barriers: Addressing Child, Early and Forced Marriage in Eurasia. The report provides a comprehensive analysis of child, early, and forced marriages (CEFM) in seven Eurasian countries, including Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
Eurasianet says the Biden Administration and Kazakhstan are both eager to boost mutual trade and investment, but an antiquated vestige of the Cold War known as the Jackson-Vanik amendment remains an impediment to stronger US-Kazakh economic ties. asiaplustj.info »
UNESCO has expressed concern over the plans of Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan to develop the natural territory of the Western Tien Shan. According to a statement from the Public Foundation "Rivers Without Borders," this concern was raised following a visit by a joint mission from UNESCO and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to these countries. asiaplustj.info »
The Tajik national team won medals of various denominations at the youth boxing tournament in the city of Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates. This was reported to “Asia-Plus” by the Boxing Federation of the Republic of Tajikistan. asiaplustj.info »
Young Tajik judoists took part in the Asian Cadet & Junior Championships 2024. The Asian Championship in Mungyeong (South Korea) was held among cadets and juniors in various weight categories. In total, about 300 athletes from 20 countries competed in the championship. asiaplustj.info »
In Tajikistan , nine sovereign financing transactions worth $ 332.4 million were recorded in the first half of this year . asiaplustj.info »
Tajikistan’s Minister of Energy and Water Resources of Tajikistan, Daler Juma, participated in the first meeting of the energy ministers of Central Asia’s nations, which took place in Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana, on August 6. asiaplustj.info »
Every year the water shortage will be felt more and more acutely in the Central Asian region, especially in its downstream countries (Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan); first of all this is due to irrational use of water in all five countries of the region. asiaplustj.info »
Young Tajik judokas have won two golds and a bronze at the Asian Youth and Cadets Cups that took place in Almaty, Kazakhstan in Kazakhstan. The Asian Youth Cup was held from July 6 to July 7, and the Cadets Asian Cup took place in Almaty from July 4 to July 5. asiaplustj.info »
Zakon.kz says Kazakhstan’s trade with Central Asia’s nations has been decreasing. Over the first quarter of this year, Kazakhstan external trade turnover has reported been estimated at 31.2 billion US dollars, which is 5.6 percent fewer than in the same period last year. asiaplustj.info »
The official website of the State Council of China says China and the five countries of Central Asia are creating a mechanism to improve responses to natural disasters. asiaplustj.info »
Radio Liberty said on May 30 that Volodymyr Zelenskiy may not have been trying to offend Central Asian leaders last week when he suggested that their international positioning remained pro-Russian “out of fear of the Kremlin. asiaplustj.info »
On May 29, 2024, foreign ministers of Tajikistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan met in Rome on the sidelines of the Third Ministerial Meeting “Italy + Central Asia”, according to the Tajik MFA information department. asiaplustj.info »
On Wednesday May 29, foreign ministers of Central Asia’s nations met in Rome with top managers of influential Italian companies on the sidelines of the Third Ministerial Meeting “Italy + Central Asia”. asiaplustj.info »
