How Fintech is going institutional
For most of its short history, fintech was synonymous with disruption aimed at consumers: slicker mobile apps, lower fees, faster peer-to-peer transfers. That era is...
Amazon’s Project Kuiper to provide satellite internet to Kazakhstan
Amazon's Project Kuiper has signed an agreement with the Kazakh state-owned telecommunications company, JSC Kazakhtelecom, to provide satellite internet services across the Central Asian nation....
Kyrgyzstan’s silicon mountain is a beacon of innovation in Central Asia
The Park has truly become Kyrgyzstan’s “Silicon Mountain.” It’s a vibrant ecosystem that has, against all odds, fostered a thriving tech sector, attracting both local talent and international attention.
Kazakhstan aims to revive Baikonur spaceport
In a bid to reassert its role in the global space industry, Kazakhstan is moving to take greater control of the historic Baikonur Cosmodrome, the legendary launch site that was once the heart of the Soviet Union’s space program.
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...