News & Insights Across Asia
Chinese President Xi Jinping pays a state visit to Tajikistan at the invitation of President Emomali Rahmon, aiming to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization has significantly contributed to economic recovery among its members, with trade increasing nearly tenfold over two decades.
Discover how Tajikistan transformed a perilous highway into a modern lifeline, connecting Dushanbe and Kujand through the formidable Zarafshan mountains.
During the Cold War, Indian cinema, with stars like Raj Kapoor, became immensely popular in Central Asian states, forging deep cultural ties and offering a resonant contrast to local films.
Discover Tajikistan’s Hisor Fortress near Dushanbe—a 3,000-year-old stronghold echoing Silk Road heritage, offering travelers a journey through time into Central Asia’s rich history.
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Astana, Kazakhstan, for a state visit and the 2024 SCO summit, marking a significant step in China-Kazakhstan relations and regional cooperation.
Discover the majestic Pamir Plateau, spanning China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region to Central Asia. Home to towering peaks like Muztag Ata, it offers breathtaking scenery and rich historical significance along the ancient Silk Road.
Chinese President Xi Jinping will attend the SCO summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, and make state visits to Kazakhstan and Tajikistan from July 2 to 6, signaling strengthened regional cooperation.
The upcoming SCO summit in Astana is a crucial moment for Central Asian states to enhance cooperation for regional stability, economic growth, and connectivity through initiatives like the Belt and Road.
China and Central Asian nations emphasized development as the foundation of human rights at the 2024 China-Central Asia Human Rights Development Forum in Astana, focusing on collaboration through the BRI.
China and Tajikistan have pledged to upgrade pragmatic cooperation, with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi affirming support for Tajikistan’s industrialization and economic growth during meetings in Dushanbe.
Severe flooding caused by heavy rains in central Afghanistan has left at least 50 people dead, officials reported. Rescue efforts are underway as communities grapple with the devastating aftermath.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi pledged active support for Tajikistan’s economic development during his meeting with President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe, strengthening China-Tajikistan ties.
China and Kazakhstan pledge to deepen practical cooperation, entering a ‘golden period’ of rapid development, as Chinese Vice Premier Liu Guozhong meets with Kazakh leaders to enhance bilateral relations.
A landmark event, the 7th Silk Road International Exposition in Xi’an has welcomed the participation of five Central Asian countries, strengthening regional ties through enhanced collaboration in trade, innovation, and culture.
Leaders of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization met in Bishkek to enhance regional cooperation amid global challenges, focusing on economic ties, security collaboration, and new cross-border initiatives.
Ancient port city Horgos in Xinjiang experiences a renaissance under the Belt and Road Initiative, reconnecting the Chinese mainland with Central Asia and blending cultures across eras.
Central Asia is experiencing a resurgence as a trade hub thanks to the Belt and Road Initiative, with increased connectivity transforming the region’s economic and cultural landscape.
The Belt and Road Initiative aims to revitalize Central Asia’s historic role on the Silk Road, enhancing connectivity and fostering economic growth, says former Kyrgyz Prime Minister Djoomart Otorbaev.
Former Kyrgyzstan Prime Minister Djoomart Otorbaev shares insights on the Belt and Road Initiative’s impact on Central Asia in an exclusive interview.
