Armenian Security Council Secretary Alen Simonyan confirmed that Yerevan will independently decide whether to pursue EU membership or remain in the Eurasian Economic Union when the issue becomes concrete.

Experts suggest that Kazakhstan is emerging as a crucial 'connector state' in Eurasia, with its strategic value increasing as global power competition reshapes trade routes, energy flows, and diplomatic alignments.

Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan held their third Supreme Interstate Council meeting in Tashkent, where they signed and exchanged documents to deepen political friendship and transform it into stronger economic cooperation. The First Ladies also met, underscoring the comprehensive nature of the bilateral engagement.

The climate crisis is contributing to a significant fall in the populations of migratory birds, many of which use the African-Eurasian flyway.

A tripartite virtual meeting was held between representatives from Iran, the Eurasian Group on Combating Money Laundering and Financing of Terrorism (EAG), and Uzbekistan's Financial Information Center, focusing on developing financial intelligence cooperation.

Thailand is actively pursuing a free trade agreement (FTA) with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), with talks expected to begin soon to expand trade with the bloc.

Russia has issued an ultimatum to Armenia, stating that Yerevan must decide by December whether to hold a referendum on closer ties with the European Union or remain part of the Eurasian Economic Union.

Iran and Russia have committed to deepening their trade relations, with Iran's Minister of Industry, Mining and Trade emphasizing the need to maximize the free trade agreement with the Eurasian Union and remove banking and transport obstacles.

Armenia's Prime Minister believes the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), a Kremlin-created organization, is paralyzed and exists only on paper, prompting Armenia to seek new market opportunities within the European Union.

Broad Peak, an 8,051-meter mountain in Gilgit-Baltistan, is described for its geological formation from the collision of Indo-Australian and Eurasian tectonic plates. The article highlights its composition of granite blocks and metamorphic rock layers, noting its reputation for avalanche risks.

A study by the London-based 'New Eurasian Strategies Centre' (NEST Centre), reportedly supported by Mikhail Khodorkovsky, titled 'Cracks in the Kremlin Walls: Threats to the Stability of the Putin Regime', analyzes the stability and potential vulnerabilities of Putin's regime.

Russia and Iran confirmed their strategic partnership during talks held on July 21-22, where Iran's Director General for Eurasia, Mojtaba Moradi, met with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin and other officials.

An opinion piece discusses Pakistan's strategic vision to enhance trade and regional connectivity, aiming to re-establish its historical role as a crossroads linking South Asia, Central Asia, and the Middle East.

Kazakhstan is pursuing a pragmatic path in Afghanistan, recognizing its significant role in shaping Eurasia's future, with a focus on economic connectivity over geopolitical rivalry.

Camera traps in Sikkim have captured definitive photos of elusive wildlife species, including the Eurasian lynx and Palla's cat, with the lynx sighting indicating an expansion of its species range.

The Astana Times reports on the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) Forum, which focused on creating a seamless logistics network across Eurasia, moving beyond just building highways to integrate roads, railways, ports, warehouses, customs, and digital systems.

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakhstan and China reaffirmed their goal of increasing bilateral trade to $100 billion during talks…

Eleni Kaloyirou, CEO of Hermes Airports, participated in a debate in Prague with European aviation leaders concerning the rapidly changing Eurasian aviation market. Cyprus is actively working to protect existing air links while exploring new routes beyond its traditional network.

A study by Fudan University and the Ningxia Institute of Culture shows a 4,000-year history of Eastern and Western genetic interaction in Ningxia, a region in northwest China that serves as an intersection of the Eurasian steppe and Chinese farmlands.

The Eurasian Skylark has nested in Finland for the first time, with a breeding pair observed in Muhos. The species has been declining in Europe, with its closest known breeding grounds previously in Latvia and Denmark.

A speculative article outlines a dystopian future in 2049 where Russia becomes the hegemonic power in Eurasia after Ukraine's capitulation, with China as its silent partner, and the US normalizes digital referendums on issues like guns and abortion.

The official commissioning of the modernized Baku-Tbilisi-Kars (BTK) railway at Georgia's Akhalkalaki Railway and Logistics Complex marks a significant step for Eurasian connectivity.

The Iranian movie 'K-Poper' has won the top award at the Eurasian Creative Guild Film Festival. The film's success was celebrated at the festival, which showcases creative works from the Eurasian region.

Iran's annual exports to Eurasia have seen a 16% increase, according to the Tehran Times.

Iran's President stated that the country's active participation in the Eurasian bloc demonstrates its strong commitment to development and regional cooperation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed the development of artificial intelligence during a debate at the Eurasian Economic Forum, stating that the Eurasian Economic Union is making significant efforts in AI development.

Talks are expected to commence between the Eurasian Economic Union and Tunisia regarding a potential free trade agreement. This development signals a move towards strengthening economic ties between the two entities.

The Eurasian Development Bank announced plans to support Uzbekistan's exports, aiming to strengthen the country's economic ties and trade capabilities.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a free trade agreement between Indonesia and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).

President Ruto's visits to Baku and Astana are cementing Kenya’s strategic push into Eurasia, fostering new international ties.

Uzbekistan has been selected to host the GSMA M360 Eurasia Digital Forum in 2026, bringing together key players in the mobile and digital industries.

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev described the Golden Horde as one of the largest political powers in Eurasian history and urged scholars to study its legacy with a new perspective.

China's accumulated foreign direct investment (FDI) in the Eurasian region has reached a record $66 billion, marking a 13% increase over 2024-2025, with Central Asia leading the growth.

The Valdai Club held discussions focusing on cooperation between Central Asian nations and Russia within the Eurasian region.

Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys participated in the Lennart Meri foreign and security policy conference in Tallinn, Estonia, where he spoke on the need to create effective coalitions for Indo-Pacific and Eurasian cooperation.

US Assistant Secretary of State for European and Eurasian Affairs, Christopher Smith, warned that after the war in Ukraine, Russia would likely regroup its forces on NATO's eastern flank, posing a threat to the Baltic states in the coming years.

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stated that the Turkic world plays an increasingly vital role in promoting peace, prosperity, and stability across Eurasia, stressing the need for continued cooperation.

Tatiana Stanovaya, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Russia and Eurasia Center and founder of R.Politik, published a new analysis suggesting changes are occurring within the Kremlin for the first time since the war began.

A new US-led study has been launched to assess the readiness for artificial intelligence adoption across Central Eurasia.

Uzbekistan has emerged as the top country in Eurasia for international financing intake, highlighting its growing appeal to global investors.

Kazakhstan is strengthening its role as a Eurasian transport and logistics hub by expanding its railway network, modernizing digitally, and growing transit corridors.

This article delves into the intricate challenges and strategic considerations surrounding the natural gas market in Eurasia. It explores the various factors influencing supply, demand, and geopolitic

China has opened a new rail freight route to Europe, connecting Wuhan to Baku via the Middle Corridor, establishing an alternative Eurasian axis to traditional routes.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has highlighted warehousing in Central Asia as a significant economic opportunity for the next decade.

BirdLife South Africa has launched its inaugural tracking project for migratory shorebirds. The initiative aims to reveal complex journeys and identify new conservation priorities across the Africa–Eurasian flyway.

The Pentagon is reportedly seeking a staggering 243-fold budget surge for its Defense Autonomous Warfare Group (DAWG), indicating a significant shift towards drone warfare in response to evolving Eurasian conflicts.

Pakistan and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) are conducting a feasibility study to assess the prospects of a trade agreement, aiming to enhance economic cooperation.

Four Eurasian beavers reintroduced to the wild in England a year ago are thriving, with a National Trust officer describing their effect on the ecosystem as astonishing. This marks their return after being hunted to extinction 400 years ago.

The 9th annual 'Heritage Istanbul: Restoration, Archaeology, Museology, and Library Technologies Fair and Conference' has opened at the Yenikapı Eurasia Exhibition and Show Center, featuring global exhibitors.

Uzbekistan has put forward a proposal for joint industrial projects with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), signaling potential for increased economic cooperation.

A new book titled 'Vanishing woodlands: where are the trees of Turgenev and Tolstoy?' explores 900 years of forests, their history, and culture, covering regions from Finland to Siberia and war-torn Ukraine.

Kazakh cuisine, shaped by centuries of nomadic life on the Eurasian steppe, is more than just food; it reflects a rich food culture built around mobility, resilience, and seasonal rhythms.

A new Eurasian University Alliance has been officially launched in Tashkent, aiming to foster collaboration and academic exchange among universities in the Eurasian region.

Eurasian commodity exchanges have reached an agreement on the mutual recognition of price indicators, aiming to streamline trade and market transparency.

The Eurasian lynx population in Slovakia's Slovak Karst National Park is critically endangered, with only a few individuals remaining and balancing on the edge of survival.

Chinese investments are playing a significant role in driving the development of new industries across the Eurasian region.

An analysis discusses the tectonic shift in global power dynamics over the last 15 years, characterized by the clash between American software and financial control and Chinese hardware dominance, focusing on the battle for Eurasia.

Swiss group proposes to support Shakhmurat Mutalip, who is close to finalising deal for a stake in Eurasian Resources Group

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA – Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev underscored Kazakhstan’s central role in Eurasian transit and regional cooperation at the inaugural Central Asia + United Kingdom (CA5+UK) foreign ministers’ meeting in London on Feb. 26, positioning the country as a key bridge between Europe and Asia. The meeting brought together Central Asian foreign ministers and the… The post Kazakhstan Highlights Strate...

The 7th waterbird count across the wetlands in the one-horned rhino domain yielded 105,540 birds belonging to 107 species; an ornithologist says the vagrant status of smew flags climate-driven range shifts and the need to protect refuelling stops amid hunting and oil pollution threats

The Astana Times provides news and information from Kazakhstan and around the world. ASTANA — Foreign direct investment (FDI) stock from Asian countries into Central Asian economies grew 2.3 times between 2016 and the first half of 2025, rising from $29.9 billion to $68 billion, according to data from the Eurasian Development Bank. According to the bank’s Monitoring of Mutual Investments report released in January, the expansion reflects… The post Asian Investors Pour $68 Billion Into Central...

Persian calligraphy exhibition, master class held at Eurasian National University in Kazakhstan  Tehran Times

Finland will allow the hunting of white-fronted geese and Eurasian wigeons from early September under specific conditions, with wildlife officials anticipating potentially large initial harvests.

An article explores the historical significance and role of the Kurultai as a defining institution of governance across the Eurasian steppe, predating the Kazakh Khanate.

The Persian translation of Christopher I. Beckwith's historical work, 'Empires of the Silk Road: A History of Central Eurasia from the Bronze Age to the Present,' has been released in Iranian bookstores.

An analysis provides an investment outlook for Kazakhstan equities, highlighting strategic allocation to its blue-chip market.

Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin stated that Armenia must decide by December whether to hold a referendum on joining the European Union or the Eurasian Economic Union.

Trade among Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) member states is projected to exceed $100 billion by 2026, as the five-country bloc increasingly prioritizes digital integration.

Kazakhstan has launched a new phase of its transport infrastructure strategy, including the construction of the Beineu–Saksaulsk highway, with President Tokayev stating the country's ambition to become a major logistics hub in Eurasia.

Moldova's NewsMaker reports on several key national issues, including the declaration of Shor's 'Eurasia' as an extremist organization. Other topics covered include potential tax changes for the Left Bank, discussions on declaring the Bashkan position vacant, and efforts for constructive relations with the Chisinau mayor's office.

The financing mechanisms for Eurasia's evolving transport infrastructure are becoming a key focus, moving beyond just the kilometers of railways and highways built.

New research using dog DNA has revealed that dogs traveled alongside ancient humans across Eurasia for thousands of years, providing insights into historical migration patterns.

The head of the Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) emphasizes the necessity of synergy among various bodies to effectively implement the Free Trade Agreement with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).

The international conference 'Beyond East and West: Eurasian Encounters Reimagined' has opened in Sarajevo, bringing together prominent academics, public intellectuals, journalists, policymakers, and religious leaders to reinterpret the relationship between Europe and Asia.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has allocated a total of $2 billion to sustainable development projects and expanded its portfolio of green investments.

Banks across the Eurasian Economic Union have begun tightening conditions for cash ruble deposits, introducing new fees since June.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) is expanding its role as a regional development institution, with member states highlighting its growing contribution to investment footprint across Eurasia.

Mujtaba Rahman, European director of the Eurasia Group, warns in Foreign Affairs that the Le Pen–Bardella duo is increasingly likely to prevail in French politics, which would have seismic consequences.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has been granted a license to operate directly within China's interbank bond market (CIBM).

A director from the Eurasia Democracy Initiative argues that traditional assumptions about military strength are increasingly being challenged by technological innovation and asymmetric warfare in the 21st century.

China has surpassed Russia to become the largest direct foreign investor in Central Asian countries, according to data from the Eurasian Development Bank, with significant investments in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan.

Kazakhstan is being highlighted as a potential new model region in Eurasia, with its national color turquoise symbolizing openness, distance, and trust.

Bosnian Foreign Minister Elmedin Konaković met with a US delegation led by Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Europe and Eurasia Daniel Lawton in Sarajevo, with a focus on the international community's role in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Vietnam considers the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) a reliable partner for collaboration in the field of artificial intelligence development.

Uzbekistan's President Mirziyoyev is scheduled to attend the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) summit in Astana. The participation highlights Uzbekistan's engagement with regional economic blocs.

Iran's Minister of Industry, Mining, and Trade has departed for Kazakhstan to participate in the Eurasian Economic Forum.

With multiple other trade routes becoming unviable, Beijing is intensifying efforts to establish a corridor through Iran and Türkiye to Europe.

Construction has officially commenced on the Eurasian Integrated Green Copper Industry Plant in Kazakhstan's Aktobe Special Economic Zone, representing a $100 million investment.

Uzbekistan is actively discussing the development of medical tourism during the Pharma Eurasia event, exploring opportunities for growth in the sector.

According to Khodjaev, the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) office in Uzbekistan is set to increase its long-term financing activities in the country.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has invested US$70 million in Uzum Fintech, a financial technology company.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has put forward a framework for a comprehensive Eurasian transport network, aiming to improve connectivity across the region.

A blockade is reportedly accelerating Iran's development and rise as a significant transit hub within Eurasia. This strategic shift could enhance Iran's economic and geopolitical influence in the region.

Mirsad Nurković, Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of Montenegro, is participating in the prestigious Eurasian Economic Forum in Istanbul, focusing on investments and cooperation with Turkey.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will send his deputy to the Eurasian Economic Union summit in Astana, signaling unprecedented tensions between Moscow and Yerevan.

A meeting between the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) and C6 countries with Korea highlights significant geopolitical shifts and transformations unfolding in Central Asia, aiming for a Turkic-Altaic future.

A new study by MIT, introduced at a recent conference, aims to measure artificial intelligence capacity across Central Eurasia to inform future investment and policy decisions in the region.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 28 APR - The Italian Ambassador to Yerevan, Alessandro Ferranti, visited Eurasia International University to participate, as a guest of honor, in the closing ceremony of the simulation…

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has announced an increase in its investments towards green energy projects across the region.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) and UzOman have reached an agreement to establish a partnership in Uzbekistan, focusing on collaborative projects and investments within the country.

A significant number of endangered Eurasian griffon vultures have been spotted in Toba Tharo Lal, Punjab, indicating a rebound in their population within the region and drawing expert attention.

A new study indicates that natural selection has favored the genes for red hair and light skin in Eurasia over the past 10,000 years. This suggests an evolutionary advantage for these traits in the region.

Kazakhstan's transport and logistics sector reached an output of $26.5 billion in 2025, as the government intensifies its efforts to expand the country's role in Eurasian transit.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) released a report outlining biotechnology and robotics as top targets for the next global tech boom and investment wave.

The ongoing conflict in Iran has significantly increased the strategic importance of overland energy routes across Eurasia. This geopolitical shift highlights the critical role of these 'swing states' in the region's energy landscape.

The 5th Central Eurasian Venture Forum is set to launch in Tashkent, bringing together stakeholders to discuss venture capital and innovation in the region.

New studies indicate that Neanderthals, who inhabited most of Eurasia between 400,000 and 45,000 years ago, managed to survive for an astonishing 350,000 years, hunting large mammals and crafting tools.

Eurasia Energy War? As analysts and traders continue to assess the Gulf energy shock and its implications for the global economy, another alarming development has emerged across the…

Tashkent has been selected as the host city for the IAOM Eurasia 2026 Conference, focusing on grain and flour milling.

Peter Andreoli, a representative of the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs, is visiting Georgia. During his visit, he will meet with representatives from the government, the private sector, and Georgian society.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has put forward a 'Middle Path' strategy aimed at guiding energy development in Central Asia.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) projects that Uzbekistan's economy will accelerate its growth to 7.7% in 2025, signaling strong economic prospects.

The Society for the Protection and Study of Birds of Serbia announced that its January bird census recorded a large number of cranes, pintails, black-necked grebes, common scoters, Eurasian bitterns, and marsh harriers, along with a newly identified species.

Glencore is reportedly supporting a Kazakh entrepreneur's acquisition of a 40% stake in Eurasian Resources.

After a six-year hiatus, a Eurasian eagle-owl nest in Latvia has returned to live bird-watching streams, with the birds inhabiting an artificial nest in the Pierīga forests.

The Central Eurasian Venture Forum 2026 has been announced as a key event for deal-making and regional capital formation.

The country of Georgia, located in Eurasia, is gaining attention as a stable and developing region with significant potential for Korean investment, amidst global political and economic shifts.

Chinese railway giants look set to scout Eurasia in the years ahead to build high-speed train lines as the domestic market matures and some countries are more prepared than others for capital-intensive yet transformative ventures, analysts said. Inspired by China-invested projects such as the 142km (88-mile) Jakarta-Bandung high-speed line in Indonesia and the partly finished 350km (217-mile) Budapest-Belgrade railway, Chinese construction and engineering firms are expected to expand their...

Eurasia Group, the geopolitical risk consultancy run by Ian Bremmer, gets into the political satire game with its Instagram show “Puppet Regime.”

Could Putin win in Ukraine? Has the Kremlin captured US politics? Three new books analyse Moscow’s strategy and vision of itself as a Eurasian empire

A new route for the Silk Road is emerging, connecting the Caspian Sea shores through Baku and the ancient oases of Tashkent, reshaping Eurasian commerce.

Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are strengthening bilateral ties, aiming for a $1 billion trade target and discussing broader Eurasian growth. Discussions also included nuclear plant safety with Kazakhstan, highlighting regional cooperation.

Eurasia Group counselor Dominic Barton emphasizes that corporate leaders must move beyond treating geopolitics as a minor issue, given increasing tariffs and restrictions.

Iran's Deputy Minister of Agriculture emphasized the importance of developing agricultural cooperation, expanding agricultural trade, and utilizing the capacities of the Eurasian Economic Union member states.

Armenia is expected to decide by December on holding a referendum to choose between joining the European Union (EU) or the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), according to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin.

The population of Eurasian hoopoes is increasing in South Moravia, Czech Republic, with a record number of chicks hatched this year thanks to conservation efforts and special nesting boxes.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Russian economic restrictions imposed on Armenia could impede the proper functioning of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) market.

New research suggests that prehistoric humans specifically targeted female mammoths. Mammoths disappeared from North America and Eurasia around 10,000-12,000 years ago due to rapid climate warming at the end of the ice age, which transformed their grassland habitats.

The 4th, revised, and supplemented edition of the book by former President of the Hellenic Republic, Prokopis Pavlopoulos, on national issues and the Cyprus problem has been released by EURASIA publications.

The Moldovan organization 'Eurasia,' which is linked to fugitive oligarch Ilan Șor, has been officially declared an extremist organization. This designation comes amid ongoing efforts to address groups associated with Șor.

Zebra mussels, an invasive aquatic species from Eurasia, are continuing their spread across North America. A reproducing population has now been confirmed in Lake Meredith, Texas, raising new environmental concerns.

Bosnia and Herzegovina's Foreign Minister Elmedin Konaković held a meeting with Daniel Lawton, the US Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Europe and Eurasia, to discuss topics including the OHR and the Southern Interconnection project.

South Korean President Lee concluded his state visit to Mongolia by attending the Naadam Festival as a guest of honor. The visit aimed to broaden strategic vision for Eurasia, following his participation in a NATO summit.

The current strategic map appears to follow an older pattern, with a group of vast Eurasian powers challenging a liberal and maritime order led by a geographically separate power, depicting a 'Great Fire Barrier' against the 'dark heart' of Eurasia.

A Eurasian Lynx has been captured on camera for the first time in Sikkim, marking only the second documented record of the species in the eastern Himalayas.

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has questioned whether the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) 'exists or not.' This query comes as Russian sanctions on Armenian imports and transit remain in place, contradicting core EAEU provisions.

The Council of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), chaired by Kazakhstan's Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, approved the bank's development strategy through 2031, having already exceeded investment targets.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has released a macroeconomic outlook forecasting that Central Asia's economy will expand significantly, reaching over $600 billion by 2026.

AIFC Insights has published the first region-wide comparative study of capital markets in Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, the Kyrgyz Republic, and Azerbaijan, mapping key trends.

South Korea and Saudi Arabia have signed an agreement to enhance cooperation in crude oil and gas. This partnership aims to strengthen energy ties between the two nations.

Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Rwanda and the M23 rebel group of forcibly recruiting and detaining thousands of individuals in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) is set to commemorate its 20th anniversary with an annual meeting and business forum in Almaty, bringing together policymakers and business leaders.

Leaders of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) approved new trade initiatives and adopted a joint statement on the responsible development of artificial intelligence.

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev highlighted the importance of artificial intelligence and digital technologies for integration during his remarks at the plenary session of the Eurasian Economic Forum.

Kazakhstan is strengthening its position as a key energy and transit hub in Eurasia by expanding gas cooperation with Russia, with a focus on infrastructure development.

Penny Lane's latest documentary, 'Wild Inside,' chronicling the Eurasian Eagle-Owl Flaco who escaped the Central Park Zoo and gained a global following, will have its world premiere on July 29 in New York's Central Park before its theatrical release.

The US-Eurasia Transport Forum, held in Los Angeles, emphasized the strategic importance of the Middle Corridor in global transport and logistics.

Former Croatian presidents Stjepan Mesić and Ivo Josipović, former prime minister Jadranka Kosor, and former economy minister Davor Filipović participated in the 29th Eurasian Economic Summit in Istanbul last week.

Oliver Farry is pleased to welcome Aleksei Chigadaev, Analyst on China-Russia Relations and Associate Research Fellow at the New Eurasian Strategies Centre (NEST Centre).

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has officially inaugurated a new office in Uzbekistan, expanding its presence and operations in the Central Asian region.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) is scheduled to host its annual meeting and the Eurasia 2030+ forum in Kazakhstan, bringing together regional stakeholders.

An analytical piece argues for the urgent importance of Eurasia, proposing a new charter for the current era.

A new study indicates that humans were riding horses 1,000 years earlier than previously believed, potentially influencing mass migrations across Eurasia approximately 5,000 years ago.

The Astana Times explores how nomadic societies across the Eurasian steppe developed distinct methods of war and diplomacy, which did not rely on formal treaties or territorial control, to preserve peace.

Kazakhstan has declared an ambitious goal to transform into an international aviation hub, with several of its major airports undergoing upgrades to compete globally.

New opportunities have emerged for Serbian food producers to export their products to the Russian and broader Eurasian markets. This development could significantly boost Serbia's agricultural exports.

A new arms race is developing for interceptor drones, with militaries worldwide, including in Eurasia and Ukraine, expected to rapidly stockpile these aerial systems.

Uzbekistan and the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) have reached an agreement to speed up the implementation of a new cooperation plan.

A major DNA study indicates that over the past 10,000 years, natural selection has influenced nearly 500 genes in Western Eurasians, favoring traits like red hair and the absence of baldness. This has altered their appearance and disease susceptibility.

Over the past 10,000 years, natural selection has contributed to the evolution of nearly 500 genes in the DNA of Western Eurasian populations, affecting their appearance and susceptibility to various factors.

The Pentagon is reportedly looking to American automakers to help rebuild the nation's arsenal, amidst ongoing conflicts in Eurasia.

Ukrainian interceptor drones are being deployed across Eurasia and are now shooting down Iranian Shahed drones, with Ukrainian specialists also assisting five Gulf states in countering these threats.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) has highlighted biotechnology, robotics, and virtual reality as the next significant wave of investment opportunities, signaling future economic trends.

Parla il fondatore di Eurasia Group: “È furioso per i suoi errori sulla guerra e ragiona solo sul piano personale. Non è più affidabile”

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) is scheduled to host its Annual Meeting and Business Forum on June 25–26 in Almaty, Kazakhstan, featuring a plenary session as a key highlight.

India has unveiled an AI-powered kamikaze drone, joining a global trend where major powers are rapidly acquiring low-cost, one-way attack drones, which have become prominent weapons in conflicts across Eurasia.

Uzbekistan, Russia to boost cooperation on security  UzDaily

Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov has reiterated that cooperation within the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) remains strictly economic and does not extend to political matters, amidst rising geopolitical tensions.

A new analysis suggests that the 'Turkic world' is quietly emerging as a significant player in Eurasia, amidst growing competition between global powers like the U.S., Russia, and China.

A new economic bloc formed by Baku and Ankara is reportedly gaining significant weight and influence within the shifting Eurasian trade map, indicating growing regional cooperation.

Publicist Veton Suroi stated that Kosovo's primary security challenge is to prevent its border with Serbia from becoming a dividing line between the Western and Eurasian worlds, advocating for the entire region to integrate into a common European security space.

A rare Eurasian lynx was photographed on a road near Doubice in the northern Czech Republic, marking an unexpected encounter for a driver and her family.

Uzbekistan and Russia have convened a conference focused on strengthening their strategic Eurasian partnership, discussing future cooperation and regional ties.

Uzbekistan is reportedly considering joining the Eurasian Stabilization Fund, a move that could impact its regional financial ties.

The United States asked Ukraine for help to fend off Iranian drone attacks in the Middle East, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday, adding that he had ordered expert support to be given. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Peter Zalmayev, Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative.

Kazakh Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov met with Nikolai Podguzov, chair of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB), to explore major investment projects and digital initiatives in Kazakhstan.

An article discusses the emergence of a multipolar world order and the transformation of global politics, particularly in Eurasia, where Turkic states are navigating the US-China rivalry.

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) projects that the population of Central Asia could surpass 96 million by the year 2040, indicating significant demographic growth.

I would like to explore some rather interesting data buried deep in the International Labour Organization’s (ILO) Economic and Social Trends 2026 report: an estimated 15.3 per cent of jobs worldwide depended on foreign demand in 2024. In other words, they depend on international trade. The ILO report, based on data from 80 economies that account for 85 per cent of global employment, says this amounts to 465 million jobs. Of these, 278 million are in Asia and the Pacific and 96 million are in...