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13:50, september 3

Two failures and the success of Screenix AI. How the Tajiks founded a startup in Tashkent

"Asia-Plus" spoke with Jahongir Muminov, CEO of Screenix AI, to find out how the team came together, why they chose Tashkent and what makes their product special.

11:26, september 3

Climber Natalia Nagovitsina has been declared dead in Kyrgyzstan.

The rescue operation has been officially terminated.

17:20, september 2

Bankers who abducted over 300 citizens and issued millions of loans to them were exposed in Kazakhstan.

The investigation of an organized criminal group of 25 people, which included employees of "Kaspi Bank", "Forte Bank", "Eurasian Bank" and "Jusan Bank", has

17:08, september 2

The Taliban have banned a number of wedding customs and the practice of giving expensive gifts.

The leader of the Taliban movement, Hibatullah Akhundzada, issued a decree banning a number of wedding ceremonies, which he called "un-Islamic" and too expensive for families.

14:41, september 2

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Tajikistan expressed condolences to the Afghan people in connection with the numerous victims of the earthquake.

The death toll has already exceeded 1,100 people.

08:15, august 29

The Taliban have banned U.S. and Pakistani citizens from entering the Wakhan corridor bordering Tajikistan.

China has offered the Taliban joint patrols of this corridor.

08:30, august 28

A Russian climber got stuck on the peak of Victory in Kyrgyzstan. They couldn't save her and declared her missing.

Nothing is known about the fate of Natalia Nagovitsina, who broke her leg while descending the mountain two weeks ago.

14:40, august 27

Taliban appointed transport adviser in Tajikistan

Its task is to facilitate the simplification of transit procedures for Afghan goods.

16:54, august 18

Bright, tasty, but not cheap. How Astana residents assessed the fair of products from Tajikistan

Residents of Astana shared different impressions about the fair of products of the Sughd region of Tajikistan, which took place on August 16-17 at the Barys Arena: some admired the aroma of plov, the

13:15, august 14

Kyrgyzstan has started installing barriers on the former disputed sections of the border with Tajikistan.

The presidential envoy to the Batken region has published a photo of the work on the installation of a barbed wire fence.

18:52, august 13

The number of identified cases of violence against women has increased in Uzbekistan. In Tajikistan too

What is the reason?

14:23, august 11

Kyrgyzstan imposes temporary state price controls on beef and lamb

Kyrgyzstan has introduced temporary state regulation of meat prices, setting maximum retail prices for beef and lamb (excluding boneless cuts) nationwide for 90 days, the country’s Ministry of

10:04, august 11

One-third of Uzbekistan’s GDP comes from informal and shadow economy

Uzbekistan’s unobserved economy — which includes both informal and shadow activities — reached 265.5 trillion soums (US$21.2 billion) in the first half of 2025, accounting for 32.

17:01, august 8

Kazakhstan and Russia launch construction of the country’s first nuclear power plant

On Friday August 8, Kazakhstan and Russia officially began the construction of Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant (NPP).

10:58, august 6

Afghans lead foreign business visits to Uzbekistan in 2025

Afghan citizens topped the list of foreign business travelers to Uzbekistan during the first half of 2025, according to the country’s National Statistics Agency .

11:21, july 30

Kyrgyzstan bans individuals with criminal records from running for president or parliament

Kyrgyzstan has passed new legislation barring individuals with criminal records from running for president or parliament, or from holding key positions in government.

15:30, july 28

Uzbekistan reports 3 million people employed in H1 2025

According to a report presented to President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, Uzbekistan has connected more than 3 million citizens to income-generating employment over the first six months of this year.

11:17, july 17

Kazakhstan introduces up to 10 years in prison for bride kidnapping and stalking

Kazakhstan has taken a bold step in strengthening its criminal laws by introducing severe penalties for stalking and bride kidnapping.

09:18, july 16

Kazakhstan starts construction of thermal power plant in Kokshetau without Russian capital

Kazakhstan has launched the construction of a thermal power plant (TPP) in Kokshetau without involving Russian capital.

14:47, july 14

Uzbekistan pledges to asphalt all rural roads by 2030

Uzbekistan’s government has announced plans to fully asphalt all roads in villages and settlements by the year 2030, according to Transport Minister Ilhom Mahkamov, who spoke at a recent

15:33, july 11

The United States reduces visa validity for Kyrgyz citizens from 10 years to 3 months

The United States has significantly reduced the maximum validity period for non-immigrant visas issued to Kyrgyz citizens — from 10 years to just three months.

15:07, july 9

Relations between Central Asia’s nations and Afghanistan are warming

Eurasianet reports that relations between the five Central Asian countries and Afghanistan are warming as plans move ahead for new rail links, increased trade and creating opportunities for

16:48, july 7

Kyrgyzstan leads Central Asia in per capita GDP growth

Kyrgyzstan has outpaced its Central Asian neighbors in per capita GDP growth over the past three years, Gazeta.

15:39, july 1

Kazakhstan declares GTA and Counter-Strike 'haram'; Tajikistan has already banned them

While Kazakhstan's top Islamic authority recently issued a religious ruling declaring popular video games like GTA, Counter-Strike 2, and Dota 2 “haram,” or forbidden under Islamic

09:44, june 24

Uzbekistan launches ambitious “TOP-100” initiative to discover future leaders

Presidential program to identify and train a new generation of talented managers in Uzbekistan starting in 2026 Fergana news agency reports that Uzbekistan is set to launch a large-scale

11:05, june 23

Uzbek officials to undergo corruption resilience testing

A new initiative aimed at strengthening the integrity of public service is underway in Uzbekistan.

11:15, june 16

Where are Kyrgyzstan’s former presidents now? Trials, exile, and uncertain legacies

Kyrgyzstan has once again drawn attention for the turbulent fates of its former leaders.

14:53, june 10

Uzbekistan’s Foreign Ministry advises nationals in the U.S. to avoid participation in protests

Uzbekistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has urged its citizens living in the United States to comply with local laws and refrain from participating in protests that may disrupt public order

12:01, june 9

Kazakhstan’s president calls for structural reform of Un Security Council

Addressing the plenary session of the Astana International Forum 2025, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev touched upon the need to reform the UN Security Council, Kazinform news agency reported on May

14:20, june 4

Ex-President of Kyrgyzstan sentenced in absentia to more than 11 years in prison

Kyrgyz media reports says former Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambayev was sentenced in absentia to more than 11 years in prison.

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