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China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan rail line moves into construction
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The long-discussed China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway has entered actual construction, with tunnel excavation underway on the Kyrgyz section and major work already spanning tunnels, bridges and subgrade sections.
Truss adds Kyrgyzstan entity to widen global hiring reach
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Truss has established a legal entity in Kyrgyzstan to strengthen its employer of record services and help tech companies hire in Central Asia. The move gives the Milwaukee-based company a local base for compliance, payroll and remote workforce…
SPUN Global expands visa coverage to 400+ types across 95+ countries
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SPUN Global, a Jakarta-based digital visa startup, says it now handles more than 400 visa types for destinations in 95+ countries and has partnered with Klook, Trip.com and Traveloka.
International Science Council opens Central Asia regional hub in Tashkent
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The International Science Council launched a new Regional Focal Point for Central Asia and Transcaucasia in Tashkent on Oct. 27, 2026, to deepen scientific cooperation across the region.
Story Chen's feature debut wins at Busan International Film Festival
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There Will Be Snow, Jianying (Story) Chen’s first feature, won the Bishkek International Film Festival-Central Asia Cinema Award at the 31st Busan International Film Festival.
New Cities Summit unveils 2026 speakers and agenda for Johannesburg gathering
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The Charter Cities Institute and Waterfall City Management Company have released the speaker lineup, program and partners for the 2026 New Cities Summit, set for Dec. 7-8 in Johannesburg.
PRSK spotlights EAC-certified cross flow fans at AIRVent
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At AIRVent, PRSK highlighted eco-friendly cross flow fan solutions built for quieter operation, lower energy use, and compliance with Eurasian market requirements.
Uzbekistan deepens financial and infrastructure ties with Britain
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Uzbekistan is widening cooperation with the U.K. to pull in long-term capital, export finance and legal support for a planned financial center in Tashkent.
Uzbekistan pushes rail manufacturing beyond imports
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Uzbekistan is pairing new rail purchases with a broader push to build domestic production, repair and maintenance capacity.
Team Luberon MUC takes the lead at the Adventure Racing World Championship in Corsica
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Team Luberon MUC broke away from the lead pack on day 4 of ARWC2026 in Corsica, building a three-hour cushion as the race moved into its hardest mountain stages.
Truss, Outtalent team up to expand Central Asia tech hiring
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Truss and Outtalent have formed a strategic partnership to connect more tech talent in Central Asia with remote jobs at global companies.
China’s flat-top tower crane makers vie for global urban projects
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Flat-top tower cranes accounted for 46.37% of global revenue in 2025, underscoring demand for equipment that can work in crowded city airspace.
WorldFood Moscow 2026 marks 35 years with India as partner country
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WorldFood Moscow will return to Crocus Expo in Moscow from Sept. 15-18, 2026, with 873 exhibitors from 30 countries, 14 national pavilions and India as partner country.
Safaryar Holidays opens Russian-language channel for Central Asia travel agents
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Safaryar Holidays has launched a Russian-language partner program for travel agencies in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan.
San Francisco Turkish Festival returns to Embarcadero Plaza with artisans, dogs and food
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The 3rd Annual San Francisco Turkish Festival takes over Embarcadero Plaza on Sept. 12–13 with free admission, 48 vendors and performers representing Türkiye and the wider Turkic world.
Chinese ambassador reposts Rio the panda cub's New Year greeting
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A PandaWandering clip of Rio, the first giant panda cub born in Indonesia, was reposted by the Chinese Embassy in Indonesia and Ambassador Wang Lutong after a February 2026 livestream drew more than 100,000 overseas viewers.
Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan deepen Middle Corridor ties
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Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan used a high-level meeting in Tashkent on Aug. 23 to expand trade, investment and transport cooperation around the Middle Corridor.
Tinsel Magazine publishes global report on social media laws for children
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Tinsel Magazine has launched a two-part series tracking how governments on five continents regulate or ban social media use by children.
Indonesia closes INNOPROM-2026 with 13 strategic deals
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Indonesia ended its role as official partner country at INNOPROM-2026 in Yekaterinburg with 13 memorandums and a slate of business talks aimed at widening industrial ties across Eurasia.
Uzbekistan raises growth target as economy accelerates
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Uzbekistan has lifted its 2026 GDP forecast to 8.1% and President Shavkat Mirziyoyev is now aiming for 9% to 10% annual growth, a pace well above international projections.
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