Politics
Kazakhstan aims for tricky economic reboot after cabinet shuffle
President Tokayev tasks new PM with spurring growth and trimming budget
Economy
Natural disasters
Powerful 7.1 earthquake strikes Kyrgyzstan-Xinjiang border
Some injuries and damaged houses reported after nighttime quake hits
Opinion
Kazakhstan is building more connections with the world
Economic program will boost Europe-Asia cargo flows, accelerate green transition
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China's Belt and Road at crossroads as more loans turn sour
10 years in, Beijing enjoys greater clout but new investments trend down
Travel & Leisure
Uzbekistan built a $580 million tourist draw, but will they come?
Poor transport, medical services key hurdles for ambitious travel strategy
Opinion
Kazakhstan's backdoor trade with Russia must be stopped
Time for sanctions over funneling of restricted goods to support war in Ukraine
Opinion
Better connectivity will unlock Central Asia's economic potential
Integration can return region to role as intercontinental trade hub
Business Spotlight
Russia's war leaves Europe with China rail route dilemma
Exporters forced to choose between sanctions risks and lengthy delays
Natural disasters
Afghanistan earthquake leaves homeless waiting for uncertain relief
Taliban say they are working around the clock but need more international aid
Interview
Uzbekistan primed for foreign investment after reforms: deputy PM
Energy and agriculture sectors ready for Japanese investors, Umurzakov says
Supply Chain
China opens wallet to keep trans-Eurasian express moving
Operators cover 'war insurance' and slash rates
Opinion
Central Asia braces for economic catastrophe
Sanctions aimed at Russia will have serious knock-on effects
International relations
India's first Central Asia summit to focus on Afghan risks, trade
Shared security challenges loom over Thursday's talks and port, pipeline hopes
Opinion
2022 look ahead: Central Asia will cement its turn against the West
Expect China and Russia to step in and take advantage
International relations
Spotlight on trade gateway as India hosts talks with Central Asia
Sunday discussions look set to focus on New Delhi-funded port in Iran
Agriculture
Drought forces traditional Iranian farmers off their land
Government looks to modernize farming practices, adapt to climate change
Opinion
Ties that bind Kazakhstan to China are starting to unravel
Frustrations with Beijing are becoming increasingly visible
Interview
Afghanistan should be regional trade hub, says top Uzbek senator
Politician Safoyev says neighbor needs north-south transport corridor
Afghanistan turmoil
Afghanistan faces 30% economic slump under Taliban rule: IMF
Neighboring countries likely to bear financial burden of refugee crisis
Belt and Road
Pakistan promotes Belt and Road port for Central Asian trade
Move expected to increase volume of goods moving through Gwadar
International relations
China offers cash-strapped Kyrgyzstan a glimmer of hope on debt
$35m deferral would temporarily ease pressure amid COVID and political upheaval
Opinion
Empowering the disabled in a post-COVID world
Disability inclusion must be central to the region's response to build back better
Economy
ADB warns coronavirus threatens to chop 10% off global output
Bank says fiscal and monetary responses needed immediately to soften fallout
Opinion
For developing world, Belt and Road Initiative is best deal around
China's infrastructure offer supports economic growth in Europe, Africa and Asia
Economy
Pandemic to cut Asian growth to 2.2%, worst since 1998 crisis: ADB
Thailand, Hong Kong and seven other economies to shrink, China to slow sharply