State Security Service of Uzbekistan Cracks Down on Bribery and Fraud
Several officials in Uzbekistan detained for bribery and fraud, including tax officials and a lawyer promising lenient sentences in exchange for money.
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in Corruption / Uzbekistan,
CIS Members Ratify Cooperation Agreement for Public Healthcare Emergency Response
Senators ratified an agreement on cooperation among CIS countries for emergencies in public healthcare, focusing on strengthening the legal framework for collective action against biological threats.
in Healthcare / Kazakhstan,
Investigation uncovers embezzlement in Tajikistan's state budget during dining hall construction.
The Agency for State Financial Control in Tajikistan is investigating the embezzlement of 142,000 somoni from the state budget during the construction of a dining hall at the National Testing Center. A criminal case has been initiated against the director and his accomplices for misappropriation and forgery.
in Corruption / Tajikistan,
Kazakhstan Considers Alternative Tax to Boost Investments in Depleting Fields
Kazakhstan considers introducing alternative tax for investors developing depleting fields to boost oil production and attract investments.
in Economy / Kazakhstan,
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Ratify Treaty to Strengthen Allied Relations
Senators ratify the Treaty between Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, aiming to expand cooperation in various spheres and strengthen interaction on the international stage.
in Politics / Kazakhstan,
Vice Prime Minister of Turkmenistan on Energy Sector Development Initiatives
Vice Prime Minister of Turkmenistan shares insights on expanding opportunities for foreign investments in the energy sector and strengthening sustainable development dialogue, focusing on projects like the "Galkynysh" field and international cooperation areas.
in Politics / Turkmenistan,
TAPI Pipeline Turkmen Section Completed, Boosting Regional Energy Security and Sustainability
The Turkmen section of the TAPI gas pipeline has been completed, promoting environmental sustainability and enhancing energy security at a regional level.
in News / Turkmenistan,
Kyrgyzstan Considers Abolishing State Notaries to Enhance Notarial Services
Deputy proposes to abolish state notaries in Kyrgyzstan and transition to private notaries to enhance service accessibility and reduce waiting times.
in Politics / Kyrgyzstan,
Uzbekistan Cracks Down on Vehicle Emissions in "Clean Air" Month
Uzbekistan conducts the spring stage of "Clean Air" month, checking over 58,000 vehicles for harmful emissions with fines issued to violators and vehicles prohibited from operation.
in Environment / Uzbekistan,
Head of Shahritus Conscription Commission Arrested for Accepting Bribe of 5,000 Somoni
The Deputy Chairman of the Shahritus District in Tajikistan was arrested for accepting a bribe of 5,000 somoni to exempt a citizen's son from military service, as reported by the Anti-Corruption Agency.
in Corruption / Tajikistan,