Central Asia
Central Asian grid integration: greater scale does not guarantee better returns
EDB scenarios show gross benefits rising alongside costs. Comparing three integration levels and their sensitivity to delivery.
Kazakhstan and Germany Discuss Expanding Trade and Economic Cooperation
Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister Serik Zhumangarin and German Ambassador Heike Peitsch discussed prospects for industrial cooperation, investment and joint projects, as well as Central Asia's role in developing transport routes.
IMF: Middle Corridor Key to Caucasus and Central Asia Connectivity
IMF Middle East and Central Asia Department Deputy Director Subir Lall highlighted the importance of the Middle Corridor for regional transport connectivity, stressing the need to develop both infrastructure and regulation.
Central Asia is growing faster. Why might households feel differently?
For 2027–2028, the Bank expects Central Asia’s economy to grow by an average 5.3%, but output per person by 3.6%. Neither measure is a wage forecast, and the distinction matters for businesses assessing demand.
What is driving Uzbekistan’s rapid growth?
The World Bank has raised its 2026 growth estimate for Uzbekistan to 7.9%. Domestic demand, infrastructure and foreign financing support the expansion, but the use of that money matters as much as the inflow.
Aliyev: Transport is a Key Area of Cooperation Between Central Asia and Azerbaijan
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, speaking at the Consultative Meeting in Turkmenbashi, identified transport as one of the main areas of cooperation with Central Asia and noted growing cargo traffic across the Caspian Sea.
Aliyev: Peace and Stability Are the Foundation for Central Asia and Azerbaijan's Development
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said at the C5+1 summit in Avaza that peace, security and political stability are the foundation for the successful development of Central Asian countries and Azerbaijan.
Tokayev Proposes Discussing Integration of Middle Corridor with TRIPP
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, speaking at the Consultative Meeting in Avaza, proposed expert-level discussions on integrating the Middle Corridor with the TRIPP transport initiative.
Kazakhstan Proposes Declaration on Responsible Use of AI in Central Asia and Azerbaijan
Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the 8th Consultative Meeting of Heads of State of Central Asia and Azerbaijan in Avaza proposed developing a declaration on the responsible use of artificial intelligence.
Kyrgyzstan Proposes Single E-Commerce Platform for Central Asia and Azerbaijan
Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov at the Consultative Meeting in Avaza proposed creating a single e-commerce platform for Central Asia and Azerbaijan. He also reported growth in trade turnover and investment.
Uzbekistan Proposes First Central Asia–Azerbaijan Business Forum in 2027
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev, at the 8th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia and Azerbaijan in Avaza, proposed holding the first Central Asia–Azerbaijan business forum in 2027 and creating a platform for financial and technical support of joint investment projects.
Bayramov: Middle Corridor Strengthens East-West Ties
Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister said the Middle Corridor is playing a growing role in international trade at a meeting of Central Asian and Azerbaijani foreign ministers in Turkmenistan.
Moody's: Middle Corridor Accelerates Growth in Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan and Georgia
Moody's notes that investment in transport, logistics and energy in Central Asia and the Caucasus supports economic diversification and medium-term growth.
Turkmen Customs Officials Discuss Speeding Up Procedures on Trans-Caspian Route in Warsaw
Representatives of Turkmenistan's customs service took part in a Warsaw seminar on 7–9 September on customs administration and EU connectivity with Central Asia, the Black Sea region and the South Caucasus.
EDB: Nearly $350 Billion to Be Invested in Eurasia's Transport Framework
The Eurasian Development Bank values Eurasia's transport project portfolio at $345 billion and identifies Central Asia as one of the most dynamic segments of the new logistics framework.
Azerbaijan becomes central transport hub for Central Asia
At a forum in Baku, Emil Mammadov, advisor to Azerbaijan Railways, announced large-scale integration with Central Asia and the creation of a new association 'Eurasian Transport Route'.
Azerbaijan to Launch Two Green Energy Corridors from 2032
Azerbaijan's Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov announced plans to commission two new green energy corridors from 2032, including the Caspian-Black Sea-Europe route.
How Turkey attracts workers from Central Asia amid tightening in Russia
Labor migration from Central Asia to Russia fell by 15% in 2026. Turkey is creating institutional conditions to attract workers from Turkic states, offering an alternative to the Russian labor market.
Tajikistan Restores Power System to Normal Operation After Blackout
Tajikistan's Energy Ministry denies accident at Nurek HPP and says power system will be restored soon after mass outage.
Uzbekistan Power Grid Accident Causes Outages Across Central Asia
A power grid accident in Uzbekistan led to electricity outages in Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan. Energy workers are restoring power supply.
Azerbaijan and Central Asia: Cholpon-Ata Summit Unites the Region
Azerbaijan's ambassador to the US, Khazar Ibrahim, stated that the summit in Cholpon-Ata symbolized the unity of Azerbaijan and Central Asian countries, opening new opportunities for trans-Caspian cooperation.
ADB Develops Digital Corridor Master Plan for Central Asia
The Asian Development Bank has unveiled a master plan for a CAREC digital corridor that will give Central Asian countries access to global submarine cable routes via a southern path.
Azerbaijan Adopts Law on Crypto Assets: What It Means for the Market
The adoption of Azerbaijan's first comprehensive law on crypto assets could boost the development of the crypto market in the country and the region, increasing trust among users and institutional players.
Tajikistan Proposes Construction of Major Oil Refinery in Central Asia
President Emomali Rahmon of Tajikistan has proposed studying the construction of a large oil refinery in Central Asia using cutting-edge technologies.