Kyrgyzstan moves to rename Jalal-Abad city to Manas in effort to promote National identity
Kyrgyzstan's Jogorku Kenesh has passed a draft law in all three readings to rename the city of Jalal-Abad to Manas. The initiative originated from loc...
A presidential visit to Central Asia is under consideration, potentially marking a historic first as U.S. ties with the region deepen.
In over thirty years of independence, no sitting U.S. president has ever visited Central Asia. That could change if President Donald Trump accepts an invitation extended by Uzbekistan. U.S. Ambassador to Uzbekistan Jonathan Henick confirmed the invitation and noted that Trump’s team responded positively. He added that the timing is ideal, given current regional and global dynamics.
The potential visit is likely to coincide with the tenth anniversary of the C5+1 summit, a diplomatic platform bringing together the United States and five Central Asian countries. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has previously highlighted the importance of strengthening the initiative amid shifting geopolitical realities.
Central Asia is gaining strategic attention due to its vast mineral resources and growing importance in global supply chains. President Trump has already announced plans to expand domestic rare earth production, and analysts view closer ties with the region as increasingly likely.
Uzbekistan, in particular, is seen as a key partner. It has maintained a relatively neutral foreign policy stance, balancing its relations with both Beijing and Moscow. Washington has backed Uzbekistan’s bid to join the World Trade Organization and last year signed a trade agreement to increase access to U.S. markets.
Though not traditionally a top priority in U.S. foreign policy, Central Asia’s profile is rising. A visit by President Trump would signal a recalibrated approach to the region and possibly a deeper long-term engagement under his leadership.
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