Climate Change
Japan launches new decarbonization dialogue with Central Asia
Tokyo aims to blunt Russian and Chinese influence in key region
Politics
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Politics
Uzbek president reelected for seven-year term in snap election
Mirziyoyev wins 87.1% of vote in race without viable opposition
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Politics
Uzbekistan leader Mirziyoyev eyes third term in weekend polls
Presidential election comes after Central Asian nation hit by deadly unrest
Terrorism
Afghanistan-based extremists spark terror fears in Central Asia
Islamic State's branch beefing up propaganda to recruit Uzbek, Tajik fighters
Opinion
Uzbekistan's improved constitutional rights are meaningless
Law already guaranteed freedoms, no reason to expect implementation
Politics
Uzbekistan votes 'yes' to new constitution in victory for president
Mirziyoyev wins more time as critics question promises of more power to the people
Opinion
Uzbekistan's revised constitution can support democratic transition
Citizens have come to expect protection of rights and freedoms
Pharmaceuticals
India probes cough syrup linked to Uzbekistan child deaths
Allegations echo Gambia scandal, casting new doubts on 'pharmacy of the world'
International relations
ISIS-K threat to Uzbek railway dream opens doors for Taliban
Isolated Afghan rulers offer Central Asia assurances at conference
Politics
Unrest overshadows dream of IT-powered 'new Uzbekistan'
Net blackout, bans on Twitter, TikTok at odds with courtship of tech investors
International relations
Uzbekistan hopes for 'white gold' rush after cotton boycott lifted
Crop has been both a boon and a curse for the Central Asian nation
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
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
Politics
Uzbekistan election spotlights economic reforms, static politics
Popular leader Mirziyoyev considered a shoo-in with no room for real opposition
Interview
Afghanistan should be regional trade hub, says top Uzbek senator
Politician Safoyev says neighbor needs north-south transport corridor
Afghanistan turmoil
Pakistan lobbies neighbors to push for inclusive Afghan government
Islamabad ready to offer recognition if Taliban forms multiethnic regime
Environment
Uzbekistan joins global carbon neutrality race to 2050
European reconstruction bank signs on to assist Central Asian nation
Coronavirus
WHO leaves Turkmenistan in COVID gray zone as neighbors face surge
Central Asian nation says it has no cases but is advised to act like it does
Opinion
For developing world, Belt and Road Initiative is best deal around
China's infrastructure offer supports economic growth in Europe, Africa and Asia
Coronavirus
Central Asia virus responses run gamut from crisis to nonchalance
Pandemic tests economies, health systems, China ties -- and folk remedies
International relations
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan spurn US call to confront China
Pompeo's plea to end 'repression' of Muslim minorities also draws Chinese ire
Japan immigration
Japan intensifies crackdown on student visa overstayers
Number of countries subject to stricter checks to increase tenfold
Belt and Road
Beijing-backed Pakistan port opens as hub for Afghanistan trade
Gwadar challenges Indian interests in region, but China's ROI remains unclear
Politics
Uzbekistan election exposes limits of image-polishing reforms
China's economic influence will inevitably become political, experts say
Interview
Uzbekistan plans over $6bn in joint projects with Japan
President Mirziyoyev to pitch resource development during Japan trip