Mongolia and Turkmenistan sign wide-ranging agreements to deepen bilateral cooperation

In a significant step to strengthen diplomatic, economic, and cultural ties, Mongolia and Turkmenistan signed 14 bilateral agreements during the state visit of Turkmen President Serdar Berdimuhamedow to Ulaanbaatar on June 1–2, at the invitation of Mongolian President Khurelsukh Ukhnaa.

Astana to host 2026 ‘Games of the Future’ phygital tournament next summer

Kazakhstan’s capital, Astana, has been selected to host the 2026 edition of the Games of the Future, an innovative international phygital sports tournament blending traditional athletic competition with digital gaming.

China pledges $500 Million to WHO, becomes top donor amid budget cut

China has pledged $500 million to the World Health Organization (WHO), becoming the agency’s largest single financial contributor at a time when it faces deep budgetary constraints.

China launches combat patrols near disputed shoal amid rising tensions with U.S. and Philippines

China has launched a new phase of combat readiness patrols around Huangyan Dao (Scarborough Shoal) in the South China Sea, escalating tensions in one of the world’s most contested maritime zones.

Lee Jae-myung wins South Korea’s snap presidential election

China to inaugurate the World’s tallest bridge in June 2025

China is set to unveil the Huajiang Grand Canyon Bridge, the tallest bridge in the world, on June 30, 2025, in the remote and mountainous Guizhou province, marking a major milestone in both engineering achievement and regional development.

Tajikistan and India discuss upcoming 'Central Asia–India' foreign ministers' meeting in Dushanbe

On the sidelines of the High-Level International Conference on Glaciers’ Preservation in Dushanbe, Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin held a bilateral meeting with Kirti Vardhan Singh, India’s Minister of State for External Affairs, Environment, Forest, and Climate Change.

India to host Central Asian foreign ministers for regional dialogue in New Delhi

India will host the foreign ministers of five Central Asian countries on June 5–6 for the latest round of the “India–Central Asia” Foreign Ministers' Meeting, a key platform aimed at deepening strategic, economic, and regional cooperation.

Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan sign protocol on joint operation of Bahri Tochik reservoir

In a significant step toward regional water cooperation, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan have signed a protocol for the shared operation of the Bahri Tochik Water Reservoir from June to August 2025, during the region’s critical vegetation and irrigation period.

Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan slowly rebuild cross-border trade amid lingering tensions

Two months after the reopening of the border between Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, the revival of traditional frontier trade remains sluggish, as mutual suspicion and long-standing grievances continue to cast a shadow over efforts to restore normal relations.

Azerbaijan to implement world’s first automated underwater pipeline cleaning system

For the second phase of development of the Absheron gas field located in the Azerbaijani sector of the Caspian Sea, one of the key innovations will be the introduction of the world’s first automated underwater system for launching cleaning devices (PIGs) to remove possible deposits in pipelines.

Presidents of Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan mark 20 years of strategic partnership

President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan and President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan have exchanged official congratulations to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Treaty on Strategic Partnership and Allied Relations between their two nations.

Memorandum of understanding between Azerbaijan and ICAO enters into force

Baku Initiative Group calls for global action against modern colonial practices

The Baku Initiative Group (BIG) has issued a strong call for international efforts to combat ongoing forms of colonialism, stressing that colonial structures and ideologies persist in various political, economic, and institutional forms around the world.

Azerbaijan mediating between Türkiye and Israel to ease Syria tensions

Azerbaijan is quietly facilitating diplomatic efforts between Türkiye and Israel to reduce tensions in Syria, leveraging its close ties with both nations and its rising regional influence following its 2023 victory in Nagorno-Karabakh.

Azerbaijan’s Lachin hosts official opening ceremony of CIS Cultural Capital 2025

The city of Lachin hosted a landmark cultural event on Tuesday as it officially opened its term as the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) Cultural Capital for 2025. The celebration drew around 100 officials and guests from six CIS member states, marking a significant step in the cultural revit

BP steps up exploration and development in Caspian basin

Energy giant bp is ramping up exploration and development efforts across the Caspian Basin, eyeing massive untapped oil and gas resources, according to Dan Sparkes, bp's Vice President for Exploration in Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Türkiye.

OPEC highly appreciates Azerbaijan’s rational policy on development of energy sources

Parviz Shahbazov, Azerbaijan’s Energy Minister, met with Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary General of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), on the sidelines of the Baku Energy Week.

Kazakhstan’s FM to visit Iran for high-level bilateral talks

Kazakhstan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Murat Nurtleu will make an official visit to the Islamic Republic of Iran on June 7, 2025, following an invitation from the Iranian government, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan announced on Monday.

Azerbaijan and Iran agree on water use and operation plan for Araz reservoir

Azerbaijan and Iran have reached a key agreement on the operation mode and water allocation of the Araz reservoir, following the 54th meeting of the Permanent Joint Commission on the shared use of the Araz River's water and energy resources, held in Baku.

Azerbaijan: The caspian bridge for China's westbound trade

Azerbaijan has emerged as a critical transportation hub in China's Belt and Road Initiative, transforming from a regional energy exporter into a vital link connecting Chinese goods with European markets.

Poland’s new President Karol Nawrocki signals potential strains in EU and Ukraine ties

The election of nationalist Karol Nawrocki as Poland’s new president marks a significant political shift that could complicate the country’s relations with both the European Union and Ukraine,

Severe flooding hits Southwestern China, damages homes and infrastructure in Yunnan province

Heavy flooding has wreaked havoc in southwestern China’s Yunnan province, destroying dozens of homes and vital infrastructure in the Nujiang Lisu Autonomous Prefecture, local authorities reported on Monday.

Russia hands Ukraine peace proposal, offers local ceasefire and prisoner exchange at Istanbul talks

In a significant development toward de-escalating the ongoing war, Russia on Monday formally presented Ukraine with a comprehensive peace proposal, outlining steps for a full ceasefire and a long-term peace agreement, according to Vladimir Medinsky, head of the Russian delegation.