On March 4 local time, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan paid a working visit to Georgia and attended the 15th session of the Armenia-Georgia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation together with Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. Following the meeting, Kobakhidze spoke highly of the peace agreement reached between Armenia and Azerbaijan at a joint press conference, describing it as a historic achievement that lays a positive foundation for peace an

On March 2, 2026, three US F-15E fighter jets crashed in the Middle East, but the location and cause of the incident sparked a dispute between the US and Iran. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that the three F-15E jets crashed due to a suspected "friendly fire" incident while operating in Kuwait, with all pilots surviving. In contrast, Iran's Khatam al-Anbia Central Command announced that its air defense systems had shot down three US fighter jets violating Iranian air

[Introduction]  On February 28 local time, the silence over the Middle East was shattered by explosions. The US and Israel launched a massive military strike on Iran. The "Operation Epic Fury" not only brought smoke to Tehran but also led to the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ali Khamenei. This sudden war is not just a military conflict but a severe challenge to international law and global energy lifelines. The Roaring Lion and Epic Fury: The Game Behind the Surprise Attack

The latest round of U.S.-Iran talks did not lead to a breakthrough, with both sides agreeing to extend negotiations, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said, describing the discussions as the “most intense so far.” “Further progress has been made in our diplomatic engagement with the United States,” said Araghchi, adding that both sides planned to engage in a more “detailed” manner on critical issues including termination of U.S. sanctions on Iran and “nuclear-rela

President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan visited the United States, providing an opportunity for targeted negotiations with major international corporations and financial institutions. These discussions centred on long-term investment, production localisation, and Kazakhstan's integration into global value chains. Agricultural sector. Kazakhstan's Ministry of Agriculture signed an investment agreement worth approximately $180 million with Mars, Inc. Mars plans to establi

e& Carrier & Wholesale and TNS Global will collaborate to launch a new high-performance connectivity corridor between Kazakhstan and the United Arab Emirates. e& stated that this digital corridor, named the “South Route” connects Kazakhstan and other Central Asian countries to the UAE via TNS Global’s fiber optic network in Kazakhstan and its 30 cross-border connections, using diverse multi-carrier terrestrial routes. This line establishes a new digital connection between Cen

US Vice President Vance's visits to Armenia and Azerbaijan were significant diplomatic events in the South Caucasus region. The visits focused on the normalization of relations and the advancement of the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, while also touching upon bilateral trade, energy, and security. Vice President Vance's visits not only demonstrate the deep involvement of the United States in South Caucasus affairs but also provide external impetus for mediation

The Kazakh government announced an ambitious plan to attract $62.7 billion in investment by 2026, with a target of $25.5 billion in foreign investment. This figure represents a significant increase compared to the $45 billion in fixed capital investment achieved in 2025, reflecting the country's determination in economic transformation.   Prime Minister Bektenov clearly stated that the task of the national authorities is not only to increase investment flows but also to ensur

President Tokayev recently signed several decrees significantly expanding the powers of the Financial Monitoring Service, the Financial Market Supervision and Development Service, and the Competition Protection and Development Service to strengthen the supervision and crackdown on money laundering, terrorist financing, and the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction. These regulatory adjustments took immediate effect, marking a significant step forward for Kazakhstan in

On January 27, 2026, Japanese Ambassador to Tajikistan Keiko Furuta and Khamisoda Khomichon, Director of the Dushanbe No. 14 Health Center, signed a grant agreement. Japan will provide US$352,530 for the upgrade and renovation of the center's medical equipment.   The project, named the "Dushanbe No. 14 Health Center Medical Equipment Upgrade and Renovation Project," will equip the center, located in the densely populated Xino district of the capital, with three of Japan's mos

At a Constitutional Committee meeting in Astana, Deputy Chairman of the Constitutional Court, Bakot Nurmukhanov, submitted a comprehensive draft of constitutional amendments to the Constitutional Reform Committee.   According to published data, the amendments will cover 77 of the 104 articles, meaning the vast majority will be rewritten or adjusted. The revised constitution will consist of 11 chapters and 104 articles, including two new chapters on "People's Parliament" and "

Data recently released by Kazakhstan's Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to Russia, Daurian Abayev, shows that the two countries have 175 joint investment projects totaling $56.6 billion, of which 114 have been completed and 30 projects worth approximately $4.4 billion are underway. These projects cover key economic sectors such as industry, machinery manufacturing, agriculture, geological exploration, and mineral resource development.   This large-scale investment

On January 26, 2026, at a government meeting, Prime Minister Adilbek Kasimaliyev announced the development of a unified digital tourism platform aimed at addressing the long-standing problem of fragmented services in the country's tourism industry. This decision will integrate services such as visas, tour routes, bookings, transportation, and insurance, creating more convenient travel options for tourists.   Kyrgyzstan boasts abundant tourism resources. 90% of its territory i

The meeting between Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Ceyhon Bayramov and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar on January 26, 2026, is the latest testament to the strategic partnership between the two countries. This meeting covered diverse areas including energy, security, and tourism, reflecting the shared need for strengthened cooperation amidst regional changes. From a global perspective, the deepening of Azerbaijani-Israeli relations is not only a bilateral matter but also cl

The gas supply landscape in Central Asia is undergoing profound changes. By 2025, Russia's gas supplies to Uzbekistan are projected to increase by approximately 30%, reaching a total of about 7 billion cubic meters, primarily transported via the Central Asia-Mainland pipeline system.   This shift occurs against the backdrop of diverging gas production trends among Central Asian countries. According to a report by the International Energy Agency, Uzbekistan's domestic gas prod

On January 24, 2026, the Constitutional Reform Committee held its first meeting in Astana, Kazakhstan, formally launching substantive work on the proposed amendments. This meeting marks a new stage in the modernization of Kazakhstan's political system.   The committee is chaired by Elvira Azimova, President of the Constitutional Court, and its members include senior officials, members of parliament, and representatives of civil society. This meeting was convened after Preside

Kyrgyz Health Minister Kanebek Dosmambetov and U.S. Ambassador to Kyrgyzstan Leslie Vigley met in Bishkek, reaffirming their shared desire to expand cooperation in the field of health. The U.S. side proposed a new memorandum of understanding to outline priorities for the coming years.   This meeting comes at a crucial time as the two countries' health cooperation enters its 40th year. The U.S. Ambassador noted that cooperation in the health field began in the mid-1990s and co

On January 20, 2026, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed a series of constitutional reforms at the Fifth Kurultai (National Assembly) of Kazakhstan. These reforms included establishing a vice-presidential position, changing the bicameral parliament to a unicameral system, and restructuring the consultative mechanism. These reforms are considered the most far-reaching institutional restructuring since the 2022 constitutional reforms. In his speech, Tokayev emphasiz

On January 22, 2026, during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev and US President Donald Trump jointly signed the charter of the "Peace Council," an initiative launched by Trump. Leaders or representatives from 18 countries, including Kazakhstan, attended the signing ceremony.   The Kazakh Presidential Office quickly clarified, emphasizing that no fees were paid to join the Council. "Joining the Peace Council only requires a s

Kazakhstan's newly revised Mineral Resources Law increases the mandatory shareholding of the state-owned atomic energy company, prompting Canadian company Laramide Resources to announce the termination of its uranium mining project in Kazakhstan.   On January 20, 2026, Canadian uranium development company Laramide Resources Ltd. announced its decision to terminate its uranium project in the Chu-Saryshu Basin of Kazakhstan. This decision stems directly from Kazakhstan's Decemb