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Kyrgyzstan

Kyrgyzstan says neighbours “upset” by country’s lack of water

bne IntelliNews October 16, 2025

“This year we were supposed to overcome shortages, but instead, they have intensified,” deputy head of cabinet tells Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan.

Turkey widens doorway to workers from Turkic-speaking countries

bne IntelliNews October 15, 2025

Move coincides with decision by Russia to kick out hundreds of thousands of largely Central Asian nationals.

The Asian nations backing the Russian war effort – from India to Taiwan, China to Indonesia

bno - Mark Buckton - Taipei October 14, 2025

While many Asian nations have quietly distanced themselves from Moscow in a bid to fall into line with US or European allies, several continue to engage with Russia, providing varying degrees of support that help sustain its military campaign.

Eurasian Economic Union planning operational changes

Eurasianet October 14, 2025

Kremlin-led group wants to be more like Brussels.

770,000 migrants told to leave Russia

bne IntelliNews October 13, 2025

Deportation regime activated for largely Central Asian nationals amid crackdown critics describe as xenophobic.

Putin pushes Central Asia for North-South trade corridor steps, analyst notes Kremlin’s “Turkic bloc” anxiety

bne IntelliNews October 12, 2025

To Moscow, “the fact that the Turks are united is alarming,” he says.

Putin calls for Central Asia to boost trade with Russia

bne IntelliNews October 10, 2025

With Moscow preoccupied by Ukraine, China has raced ahead in building up commerce and investment with the region. Other powers are also looking for bigger pieces of the pie.

Putin arrives in Tajikistan for meetings with Central Asia, CIS leaders

bne IntelliNews October 9, 2025

Calls made for Tajiks to arrest Russian leader under international court warrant, but Dushanbe remains strategic ally of Kremlin.

How Central Asia came to love the Chinese electric vehicle invasion

Mokhi Sultanova in Tashkent, & bne staff in Istanbul and Prague October 8, 2025

Resistance would be futile – and expensive. The region has flung its doors open to the likes of BYD.

Low reservoir water levels mean tough winter for hydro-dependent Kyrgyzstan

Alexander Thompson for Eurasianet October 5, 2025

Energy minister says government taking measures to prevent blackouts.

Kyrgyzstan’s president Japarov demands return of death penalty after brutal rape and murder of schoolgirl

bne IntelliNews October 1, 2025

Populist leader has taken personal control of investigation. Killing comes days after snap elections were announced.

COMMENT: How Kyrgyzstan is becoming a Chinese province

Guest writer October 1, 2025

Central Asia lies at the crossroads of major geopolitical and regional interests. Until recently, the countries of the region managed to balance between Russia, China, Turkey, and the collective West. Now China plays an increasingly impoortant role.

Kyrgyzstan to hold early parliamentary elections

Alexander Thompson for Eurasianet September 25, 2025

Leaders likely looking for more stability in already sedate political environment.

China-Iran rail link slashes transit time to 17 days, official says

bnm Tehran bureau September 25, 2025

A new rail route through Central Asia has reduced freight transit time between China and Iran to 17 days, with car parts following in record time.

EBRD says geopolitics, tariffs and China competition weigh on Emerging Europe growth

Clare Nuttall in Glasgow September 25, 2025

Development bank downgrades 2025 forecasts for Central and Eastern Europe citing weak external demand, rising debt and the impact of US tariffs.

Sanctions imposed on Kyrgyzstan are “interference” in internal affairs, Japarov protests at UN

bne IntelliNews September 24, 2025

Hits out at major powers for double standards. Also calls for an end to economic isolation of Afghanistan.

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan deemed twin hotbeds of innovation – global survey

Eurasianet September 24, 2025

The two states drive Central and South Asia’s rise in a global ranking.

Photoshopping of three Central Asian presidents exposed by media investigation

bne IntelliNews September 21, 2025

Seemingly perfect postures, pearly white smiles, smooth skin and luxurious grey hair among flawless features subject to spot-the-difference analysis.

Washington has “surrendered” in the Central Asia battle for influence, says ex-ambassador

bne IntelliNews September 18, 2025

Russia and China now dominate narrative across region, Daniel N. Rosenblum tells students at Yale. If US cuts itself off from the world, “we will ultimately be less secure and less prosperous,” he warns.

Two more journalists jailed in Kyrgyzstan in fresh blow to press freedom

Alexander Thompson for Eurasianet September 18, 2025

Prosecutors did not present evidence to substantiate conviction.

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