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Global Times: China-Central Asia Summit vital for the formation of a new Eurasian interaction model, says Tajik ex-official
Beijing, China, June 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The second China-Central Asia Summit is being held in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. How will this summit build on the achievements and mission of the first summit, which was held two years ago...
China, Central news agencies to enhance media partnership
(MENAFN) The China-Central Asia News Agency Forum took place on Sunday in Astana, Kazakhstan, focusing on enhancing media partnerships and reaching a shared agreement. Organized as a follow-up to the recently held second China-Central Asia Summit,...
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Alexey Miller and Almazbek Atambayev: joint projects to make contribution in economic development of Kyrgyzstan
The Gazprom headquarters hosted today a working meeting between Alexey Miller , Chairman of the Company’s Management Committee and Almazbek Atambayev, President of the Kyrgyz Republic. Almazbek Atambayev and Alexey Miller Enlarge photo The parties...
Central Asian nations enhance their explosive ordnance disposal capabilities through Belgium exchange visit
Experts from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan recently concluded a valuable exchange visit to Belgium focused on enhancing their Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) capabilities. The visit, which took place from 10 to...
Owner: Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
South and Central Asia: Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Robert O. Blake, Jr. to Travel to Tajikistan, India and the Kyrgyz Republic
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 23, 2012 Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Robert O. Blake, Jr. will travel to Tajikistan from March 23-28 to lead the United States delegation to the Fifth...
Owner: American Government
President Obama Announces Presidential Delegation to the Kyrgyz Republic to Attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Almazbek Atambayev
President Barack Obama today announced the designation of a Presidential Delegation to the Kyrgyz Republic to attend the Inauguration of His Excellency Almazbek Atambayev on December 1, 2011. The Honorable Pamela L. Spratlen, United States...
Statement by the President on the Presidential Elections in Kyrgyzstan
I congratulate the people and government of Kyrgyzstan for yesterday’s democratic and peaceful presidential election. In casting their ballots, the Kyrgyz people have taken an important and courageous step on the path of democracy and demonstrated...
South and Central Asia: Presidential Elections in the Kyrgyz Republic
Press Statement Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Washington, DC October 31, 2011 I congratulate the people of Kyrgyzstan for demonstrating their commitment to democracy and turning out in large numbers during Sunday's presidential...
Owner: American Government
Media reports more African nations face US visa prohibition
(MENAFN) The United States intends to widen its controversial travel restrictions to citizens from 36 additional countries, with 25 of them located in Africa, according to an internal State Department memo reported by The Washington Post over the...
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South and Central Asia: Remarks at Kyrgyz Investors Roundtable
Remarks Robert O. Blake, Jr. Assistant Secretary , Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Washington, DC June 9, 2011 Foreign Minister Kazakbayev, Ambassador Djumaliev, Ambassador Spratlen, Marc David Miller; thank you for inviting me to...
Owner: American Government
CGTN: China, Central Asian countries sign landmark treaty, vow to boost cooperation
CGTN published an article on the second China-Central Asia Summit in Astana, emphasizing the significance of China and the five Central Asian nations signing the Treaty of Permanent Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation, and highlighting...
South and Central Asia: Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan Ambassador Marc Grossman Travels To Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Pakistan, and Afghanistan
Media Note Office of the Spokesman Washington, DC May 17, 2011 Ambassador Grossman departs on May 17 for travel to Astana, Bishkek, Tashkent, Dushanbe, Islamabad and Kabul. Ambassador Grossman will meet senior government officials in each nation....
Owner: American Government
2nd International Film Festival for Eurasian countries wraps up in Sochi, Russia
(MENAFN) The 2nd International Film Festival for Eurasian countries, Eurasia-KinoFest, recently wrapped up in Sochi, Russia. The event spanned over a week and welcomed participants from 26 nations, showcasing films across three categories:...
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South and Central Asia: Interview with Journalists in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic
Interview Robert O. Blake, Jr. Assistant Secretary , Bureau of South and Central Asian Affairs Via Telephone Call Washington, DC March 11, 2011 ASSISTANT SECRETARY BLAKE: I’d like to extend a very warm welcome to all of the journalist friends in...
Owner: American Government
Readout of the Meeting of the President and National Security Advisor with Kyrgyzstani President Roza Otunbayeva
President Obama joined a meeting with National Security Advisor Tom Donilon and Kyrgyzstani President Roza Otunbayeva in the White House to discuss U.S. – Kyrgyzstani relations and U.S. support for Kyrgyzstan’s democracy. Mr. Donilon congratulated...
U.S. Prepares to Expand Travel Ban, Targets Over Thirty Countries
(MENAFN) The Trump administration is reportedly preparing a significant broadening of its travel restrictions, potentially barring entry from an additional 36 countries, according to a confidential memo from the US State Department. This memo,...
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The international role of the euro
The international role of the euro remained broadly stable in 2024. The share of the euro across various indicators of international currency use has been largely unchanged, at around 19%, since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The euro continued to...
Owner: European Union
Women: Travel of Ambassador Melanne S. Verveer to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and India
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC July 15, 2011 Melanne Verveer, Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues, will travel to Uzbekistan on July 15 to meet with government officials, NGO representatives, and business leaders to...
Owner: American Government
A journey of resilience, fueled by learning
In 2021, Hilal Mohammadzai was set to begin his senior year at the American University of Afghanistan (AUAF), where he was working toward a bachelor’s degree in computer science. However, that August, the Taliban seized control of the Afghani...
Owner: Massachusetts Institute of Technology
US Ambassador Concludes Diplomatic Assignment in Russia
(MENAFN) The United States Embassy in Moscow announced on Thursday that Ambassador Lynne Tracy will wrap up her diplomatic role in Russia “soon.” This development occurs as Washington and Moscow move forward with another phase of discussions aimed...
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