Kyrgyzstan enters global bond market with $700 million debut
The debut five-year bonds, priced with a coupon rate of 7.75%, were met with strong investor appetite, signalling growing confidence in the Central Asian nation’s financial trajectory.
What Trump’s tariffs mean for Central Asia
The specter of renewed trade protectionism under the second Trump administration is sending shockwaves across the globe, and the landlocked nations of Central Asia are no exception
Uzbekistan experiences tourism boom
Central Asian nation sees surge in visitor numbers thanks to visa reforms and investment in infrastructure.
Central Asian leaders eye trade growth
The renewed push for economic integration was evident in a series of high-profile meetings in late 2024 and early 2025.
Northern Aral Sea recovering, says Kazakhstan
The northern part of the Aral Sea, once a thriving body of water and now a stark reminder of environmental devastation, is showing signs of...