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India, Uzbekistan must expand historic ties to emerging sectors: Om Birla
Tashkent, April 7: India and Uzbekistan must take forward their historic partnership into emerging areas such as digital technology, artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and nuclear energy, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla said on Monday.
UAE welcomes agreement between Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan
Abu Dhabi, April 2: The United Arab Emirates has welcomed the agreement reached between the Republic of Tajikistan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and the Republic of Uzbekistan to establish a tri-national border connection point, as well as the signing of the Khujand Declaration of Eternal Friendship between the three countries.
Goa Governor PS Sreedharan Pillai meets Central Asian Youth Delegation in Panaji
Panaji, March 24: Goa Governor P S Sreedharan Pillai met and interacted with the Central Asian Youth Delegation which is on a 3-day visit to Goa at Old Durbar Hall, Raj Bhavan on Monday. This initiative aims to promote youth collaboration, and cultural exchange and strengthen diplomatic ties between India and the Central Asian nations, the Governor's office said in a press release.
India to host Central Asian Youth Delegation from March 22 to 28
New Delhi, March 21: The Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, is set to host the third Central Asian Youth Delegation to India from March 22 to 28, under the International Youth Exchange Programme (IYEP).
Tajikistan's ruling party wins parliamentary elections
Dushanbe, March 3: Preliminary results show that Tajikistan's ruling People's Democratic Party has won Sunday's parliamentary elections with 51.9 per cent of the vote, Bakhtiyor Khudoyorzoda, Chairman of the Central Election Commission (CEC), announced Monday.
Kazakhstan introduces New Visa Options for Skilled Professionals, Digital Nomads
Astana, February 7: Kazakhstan has launched three new visa categories designed to attract skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and remote workers, reinforcing the country's position as a hub for global talent and innovation. Neo Nomad Visa (B12-1), the Digital Nomad Visa (B9-1), Visa for Permanent Residence (B9) offer flexible pathways for those seeking long-term opportunities in Kazakhstan, whether for career growth, business expansion, or remote work.
Kazakhstan introduces tourist safety system, every foreign visitor to receive a QR code card
Astana, February 5: Kazakhstan is taking steps to enhance the safety and convenience of foreign tourists and has introduced a new initiative to provide every incoming traveller with a special QR code card linked to the SafeTravel.kz platform.
Jordanian, Uzbek FMs vow to enhance cooperation
Amman, Feb 3: Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi met with his Uzbek counterpart Bakhtiyor Saidov to discuss ways to expand cooperation in various areas.
Kazakhstan limits potato exports to control domestic prices
Almaty, Jan 19: The Kazakh Ministry of Agriculture has decided to impose a six-month ban on potato exports to non-Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) countries to stabilise domestic potato prices, a statement published by the ministry said on Sunday.
Kyrgyz, Uzbek and Tajik PMs meet on strengthening cooperation
Bishkek, Jan 9: A trilateral meeting was held between Kyrgyz Prime Minister Adylbek Kasymaliyev, Uzbek Prime Minister Abdulla Aripov, and Tajik Prime Minister Kokhir Rasulzoda, the press service of the Kyrgyz Cabinet of Ministers announced.