EU Grants 6 Million Euros to Uzbekistan for Agricultural Reforms
The European Union has allocated 6 million euros to Uzbekistan for agricultural reforms, supporting food security and healthy nutrition strategies.
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Unaccredited Russian Journalist Attends Trial in Kazakhstan; Ministry Clarifies Stand
Kazakhstan Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarifies that Russian journalist Ksenia Sobchak and blogger Natalya Grace did not apply for accreditation to attend a trial in Kazakhstan.
in News / Kazakhstan,
Court Employee from Uzgen District Court Arrested for Fraudulent Activities
A court employee from the Uzgen District Court in Kyrgyzstan has been detained for fraud after demanding money for a favorable resolution in a property dispute case. The State Committee for National Security (GKNB) warns against engaging with intermediaries promising to influence court decisions.
in Crime / Kyrgyzstan,
UNICEF Launches Project in Tajikistan to Reform Juvenile Justice System
UNICEF launches a project in Tajikistan to replace criminal responsibility for children with alternative forms, focusing on rehabilitation, education, and reintegration rather than punishment.
in Society / Tajikistan,
Court Reopens Investigation in Astana Criminal Case, Adjusts Charges Against Defendant
The court debates in the Specialized Interdistrict Court for Criminal Cases of Astana involved a request from the prosecutor to introduce new charges against the second defendant, Bakhytzhan Bayzhanov. The State Prosecutor requested to reopen the judicial investigation in order to change the charges against Bayzhanov from failure to report a crime to premeditated concealment of an especially grave crime.
in Crime / Kazakhstan,
Tragic Deaths of Two Children in Kyrgyzstan Due to Measles
Two children in Kyrgyzstan have died from measles this year, both under one year old and unvaccinated. Efforts are being made to prevent further cases and increase vaccination rates.
in Healthcare / Kyrgyzstan,
Rising Wages in Uzbekistan: Tashkent Leads as Disparities Continue Widening
Average monthly wages in Uzbekistan show a significant increase, with Tashkent maintaining the highest average wage.
in Economy / Uzbekistan,
Islamic Development Bank approves $418 million for Tajikistan's Rogun Hydro Power Plant.
The Islamic Development Bank has approved $418 million to finance development projects in member countries, with Tajikistan receiving $150 million for the construction of the Rogun Hydro Power Plant.
in Economy / Tajikistan,
Kyrgyzstan Dominates "Cup of Khan Manas" Judo Tournament in Bishkek
The "Cup of Khan Manas" judo tournament in Bishkek concluded with Kyrgyzstan team winning the first place and gold medals awarded to various athletes.
in Sport / Kyrgyzstan,
Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Trade Booms with 28.3% Growth in 2024
Kyrgyzstan's foreign trade turnover grows by 28.3 percent in Jan-Feb 2024, driven by increased export revenue and rise in imports from China.
in Economy / Kyrgyzstan,