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.
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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,
World Cup of Hand-to-Hand Combat Concludes in Moscow's "Friendship Cup"
The World Cup stage of hand-to-hand combat, "Friendship Cup," concluded in Moscow with Almaz Seitliev winning silver and Asker Usonbaev taking bronze, showcasing sportsmanship and talent from athletes worldwide.
in Sport / Kyrgyzstan,
Tajikistan's Great Patriotic War Veterans: Numbers, Milestones, and Remembrance Efforts
There are currently 25 Great Patriotic War veterans in Tajikistan, with the oldest participant turning 112 years old this year. The Council reported a significant decrease in the number of veterans over the past 19 years.
in News / Tajikistan,
Daulet Batyrbayev Resigns as Akim of Ridder: New Leadership Ahead
Daulet Batyrbayev steps down as Akim of Ridder, citing achievements during his tenure and addressing social media criticism, with Murat Bayzhumanov taking over as acting Akim.
in News / Kazakhstan,
Community Unites for Massive Environmental Campaign, Embracing Cultural Preservation and Sustainability.
Residents of Kazakhstan participate in a large-scale community improvement effort, focusing on historical sites and environmental conservation. The President emphasizes the importance of maintaining cities in a dignified condition, encouraging participation from various groups within society.
in Society / Kazakhstan,
Eurasian Fund Grants $1.45M for Taxpayer Rating System in Kyrgyz Republic
The Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development is allocating a grant to implement an automated information system for categorizing taxpayers and developing a digital taxpayer profile module in the Kyrgyz Republic, aiming to enhance tax administration transparency and business climate.
in Economy / Kyrgyzstan,
State Enterprise and Private Company Collude to Embezzle 8 Million Soms
Employees of state enterprise "Kyrgyzkomur" and a private company colluded to embezzle 8 million soms during a coal transportation tender, resulting in key personnel being detained for investigation.
in Corruption / Kyrgyzstan,