16:48
Envoy Recalled

Russia recalls ambassador as Armenia deepens EU ties before elections

Russia has recalled its ambassador to Armenia for consultations, citing Yerevan's growing rapprochement with the European Union. The move is seen as the latest sign of deteriorating relations between the longtime allies ahead of Armenia's parliamentary election on 7 June.

17:15
Letter of appeal

NGOs urge probe into Holcim Azerbaijan over Lafarge Syria case

A group of Azerbaijani civil society organisations has called for increased scrutiny of Swiss building materials giant Holcim, citing court rulings and ongoing investigations linked to its subsidiary Lafarge's activities during the Syrian conflict.

08:49
Russia Kazakhsatn Ties

Putin in Kazakhstan for rare second state visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Kazakhstan on Wednesday for a three-day state visit focused on energy, transport and economic cooperation with one of Moscow’s closest regional partners.

14:59
View from Uzbekistan

Tajikistan hosts global water summit as climate pressures grow

Tajikistan is hosting the Fourth International Conference on the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development” from 25 to 28 May in Dushanbe, bringing together thousands of participants from governments, international organisations and financial institutions.

11:41
Water diplomacy

Central Asia faces mounting pressure as water diplomacy takes centre stage

Tajikistan is hosting the Fourth International Conference on the International Decade for Action “Water for Sustainable Development” in Dushanbe from 25 to 28 May, bringing together more than 2,500 participants from governments, international organisations and financial institutions.

11:27
Russia-Kazakhstan

Putin to gift Kazakhstan endangered tigers as he embarks on charm offensive

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in Kazakhstan late on Wednesday for an unprecedented second state visit to the country in two years. He will gift Astana four Siberian tigers during the trip, as Moscow attempts to bolster its relationship with its closest partner in Central Asia. 

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