Central Asia

11:40, september 29, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbekistan mosque imams urge worshippers to pick cotton

EurasiaNet.

17:07, september 27, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

The cheapest pack cigarettes in Turkmenistan costs US$15.00

Chronicles of Turkmenistan reports that Turkmenistan has been experiencing an acute shortage of cigarettes for the third consecutive month.

14:41, september 26, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbekistan will retain the policy of non-alignment to military blocs, says Uzbek foreign minister

The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan Abdulaziz Kamilov has stated that Uzbekistan will continue to maintain a foreign policy of not joining any military-political blocs.

15:00, september 23, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Kyrgyz leader arrives in Moscow to continue medical treatment

Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev has arrived in Moscow to continue his treatment for apparent problems with his heart.

11:30, september 21, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Kyrgyz president undergoes medical treatment in Turkey

Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev is being examined by doctors for potential heart problems, Turkish state-run news agency Anadolu Agency reported on September 20.

17:05, september 20, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

The future of Central Asia’s water resources discussed in Almaty

Organized by the World Bank, the Central Asia Water Future Forum and Expo is being held in the Kazakh city of Almaty on September 19-22.

17:01, september 19, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Turkmenistan unveils bird-shaped airport in Ashgabat

Turkmenistan has unveiled a gleaming new international airport with a roof in the shape of a flying falcon, according to the BBC . The design reportedly echoes the mascot of its national carrier.

15:13, september 16, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbekistan’s interim president nominated for presidency

Uzbekistan's interim president, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, has been nominated to run in the country's December 4 presidential election, the central election commission of Uzbekistan said on Friday.

11:48, september 16, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Elimination of violence against children in closed institutions in Central Asia discussed in Astana

Ways to eliminate violence against children in closed institutions in Central Asia have been discussed in the Kazakh capital Astana.

15:31, september 14, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Turkmenistan amends constitution to remove legal barrier to president’s indefinite rule

Turkmenistan has amended the constitution to expand the powers of President Gurbanguly Berdymukhammedov.

15:29, september 13, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

One of Tashkent’s oldest mosques to be named after Islam Karimov

One of the oldest mosques in the Uzbek capital of Tashkent will be named after late President Islam Karimov, who the Uzbek government said died on September 2 after suffering a stroke.

15:00, august 11, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Teachers in Uzbekistan mobilized for cotton season

DUSHANBE, August 11, 2016, Asia-Plus -- When cotton-picking season comes around in Uzbekistan, lists of names start to be compiled by local officials up and down the country, Eurasianet.org reports.

09:50, august 9, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Young Kyrgyz nationals liable to conscription may be temporarily prohibited from traveling abroad

DUSHANBE, August 9, 2016, Asia-Plus – Kyrgyzstan’s State Committee on Defense Affairs has worked out a draft government resolution temporarily restricting travels of youth liable to conscription

10:02, august 1, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

U.S. Secretary of State Kerry to meet with Central Asian counterparts

DUSHANBE, August 1, 2016, Asia-Plus – Radio Liberty reports U.S.

09:39, august 1, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Turkey warns Kazakhstan over Gulen-linked schools

DUSHANBE, August 1, 2016, Asia-Plus – France Press Agency ( AFP ) reports Turkey''s ambassador to Kazakhstan on July 29 warned Kazakhstan over its schools linked to US-based

11:10, july 19, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Death toll in Almaty terror attack rises to 5

DUSHANBE, July 19, 2016, Asia-Plus -- Five people were killed and seven injured in a gun attack in Kazakhstan’s commercial capital Almaty, according to Interfax .

15:16, july 18, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Kyrgyzstan tightens control of its common border with Kazakhstan

DUSHANBE, July 18, 2016, Asia-Plus – Kyrgyzstan has reportedly tightened control of its common border with Kazakhstan after a gun attack in Kazakhstan’s commercial capital Almaty.

14:49, july 18, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Three police and civilian reportedly killed in gun attack in Almaty, Kazakhstan

DUSHANBE, July 18, 2016, Asia-Plus -- A “red” alert has been issued for Kazakhstan’s city of Almaty and authorities there are urging people to stay indoors after unknown gunmen attacked a

11:20, july 14, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Provocative billboard sparks religious debate in Kyrgyzstan

DUSHANBE, July 14, 2016, Asia-Plus -- An article “Kyrgyzstan: Shock Billboard Sparks Religious Debate” that was posted on EurasiaNet.

13:24, july 11, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Adviser to American presidential candidate Donald Trump criticizes U.S. policy in Central Asia

DUSHANBE, July 11, 2016, Asia-Plus – An adviser to American presidential candidate Donald Trump has criticizes United States policy in Central Asia.

11:28, july 11, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

ESCAP, Kazakhstan strengthen partnership for sustainable development in Central Asia

DUSHNBE, July 11, 2016, Asia-Plus -- The United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) and the Government Kazakhstan have affirmed their commitment to work in

11:12, july 5, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

New UNECE Standard for Dried Apricots matters for peaceful future in Fergana Valley

DUSHANBE, July 5, 2016, Asia-Plus -- The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) Weekly # 675 notes that the new UNECE Standard for Dried Apricots adopted on 29 June by the

11:27, june 29, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Kazakhstan wins seat on UN Security Council

DUSHANBE, June 29, Asia-Plus -- Kazakhstan has been elected to the United Nations Security Council for a two-year term.

12:39, june 28, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Strong earthquake hits Kyrgyzstan, no injured reported

DUSHANBE, June 28, 2016, Asia-Plus – The Associated Press reports a strong earthquake has hit southern Kyrgyzstan, but emergency officials say there are no immediate reports of any damage or

11:14, june 24, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbek, Chinese leaders attend a ceremony of opening of the Kamchik railway tunnel

DUSHANBE, June 24, 2016, Asia-Plus -- On Wednesday June 22, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Uzbek President Islam Karimov participated in a ceremony marking the opening of a 19.

15:55, june 16, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Uzbekistan closes border for SCO summit

DUSHANBE, June 16, 2016, Asia-Plus -- Uzbekistan has reportedly closed its borders to all citizens from neighboring Central Asian countries in the most drastic measure adopted to enhance security

16:51, june 14, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Kazak authorities see Syrian link in Aktobe attacks

DUSHANBE, June 14, 2016, Asia-Plus – Kazakh Interior Minister Kalmukhanbet Kassymov said on June 14 that investigators believe instructions for the Aktobe attacks were issued from Syria.

13:44, june 14, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Russia provides millions of dollars for economic and humanitarian in Central Asia

DUSHANBE, June 14, 2016, Asia-Plus – Russia has provided millions of dollars for economic and humanitarian aid in Central Asia, State Secretary/Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Russia Grigory

11:43, june 14, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

United States increases aid for all Central Asian nations

DUSHANBE, June 14, 2016, Asia-Plus -- An article titled “U.S. Signals Greater Focus On Central Asian Security” that was posted on EurasiaNet.

14:00, june 7, 2016

CENTRAL ASIA

Kyrgyz police put on high alert after attacks in Kazakhstan

DUSHANBE, June 7, 2016, Asia-Plus – Kyrgyz police have reportedly been put on high alert after terrorist attacks in neighboring Kazakhstan Russia’s TASS reports that the Kyrgyz Interior