Iran's Strategic Interests in Central Asia: A Closer Look Through Tehran's Lens

On December 11, Iran's President visited Kazakhstan, emphasizing Tehran's increasing focus on Central Asia amid rising global competition. For Kazakhstan and its neighboring countries, the visit highlighted the importance of the region to Iran and …

DIFC-Based OSON Advances Plan to Build a Digital Financial Corridor Between Central Asia and the GCC

OSON, a fast-growing international fintech holding, is strengthening its regional presence from the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) as it works to connect the booming markets of Central Asia with the GCC through a seamless digital financial …

Central Asia Through Tehran’s Lens: What Are Iran’s Interests in Region?

ASTANA — Iran’s President paid an official visit to Kazakhstan on Dec. 11, highlighting Tehran’s growing focus on Central Asia amid intensifying global competition. For Kazakhstan and its neighbors, the visit underscored why the region matters to Iran and …

Livestock Sector in Central Asia: Challenges and Opportunities

In the vast steppes and mountain pastures of Central Asia, livestock have been more than just animals—they’ve been wealth, sustenance, and a way of life for millennia. Today, this ancient tradition stands at a crossroads, caught between the weight of …

Central Asia poised to become Trillion Dollar Economy by 2035

Central Asia, as a region, has shown remarkable growth across economic indicators in 2025. According to the Moderate Scenario, the region may gain the status of a Trillion Dollar Economy by 2035. Current Economic Baseline According to the most recent data, …

Inside China's Diverse Investment Strategy Across Central Asia

The Chinese yuan is making gains on the US dollar in Central Asia as a form of payment in commercial transactions. For example, the volume of trade in the Chinese yuan/Kazakh tenge (CNY/KZT) forex pair in Kazakhstan’s spot foreign exchange market …

Russia’s pivot toward Asia includes increased gas supplies to Central Asia

As reported by 24.kg, Gazprom’s supplies to Central Asia will more than double within five years, with the company seeking to redirect volumes previously destined for the European market. According to information from EADaily, which cites data from …

Iran pushes for cultural, economic diplomacy with nations across central Asia - report

Global LNG: Asia spot LNG prices edge up on South Korean demand

LONDON: Asian spot liquefied natural gas prices edged up this week as forecasts for colder weather boosted demand in South Korea, but overall weak buying in China left prices down 34% since the start of 2025. The average LNG price for February delivery …

Business News | Smart IVF Arrives in Central India: Aansh Hospital & Garbha.ai Join Forces to Boost Success Rates

PNN Chandrapur (Maharashtra) [India], December 24: Aansh Hospital & IVF Center, often cited as one of the best IVF centers in Chandrapur, has set a new benchmark for reproductive medicine in the Vidarbha region by partnering with Garbha.ai. This …