Kazakhstan Leads as China’s Top Central Asian Trading Partner
Kazakhstan emerges as China’s top Central Asian trading partner, leading with $43.8 billion in trade and accounting for 46% of regional trade in 2024.
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Tech Innovations Boost China-Central Asia Growth
China and Central Asian countries are collaborating on innovative tech projects, boosting growth and strengthening partnerships in energy, trade, and connectivity.
Central Asian Students Find Home and Opportunity in Beijing
Central Asian students in Beijing are finding a second home, embracing opportunities and building vibrant lives between their worlds.
From Silent Stones to Voices: AI Brings Kyrgyzstan’s Balbals to Life
Discover how ancient stone figures called Balbals in Kyrgyzstan are being brought to life through AI, connecting the past with the present and unveiling the mysteries of Central Asia’s nomadic heritage.
Second China–Central Asia Summit Set to Strengthen Regional Ties in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan is set to host the second China–Central Asia Summit later this June, following the inaugural meeting in Xi’an, China. The summit aims to strengthen cooperation among the region’s nations.
CGTN and UzA Launch Central Asia Media Tour Ahead of Summit
CGTN and Uzbekistan’s UzA have launched a media tour to highlight growing ties ahead of the China-Central Asia Summit, exploring cooperation in trade, investment, and culture.
Breaking Bread: Central Asian Students Share Stories Over Lunch in Beijing
In Beijing, Rachel meets students from Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Turkmenistan. Over lunch, they share stories about studies, life in China, and building cultural bridges.
Discover Dushanbe: The ‘Monday City’ with a Big Heart
Discover Dushanbe, the charming capital of Tajikistan known as the ‘Monday City.’ A place where old meets new, filled with culture and stories waiting to be discovered.
Chinese Melodies Kick Off Central Asia Expedition in Dushanbe
Students from the Confucius Institute in Dushanbe performed Chinese classics, marking the start of a two-week Central Asia Expedition highlighting cooperation and cultural ties between China and Central Asia.
Ashgabat: Turkmenistan’s Gleaming White Marvel on the Silk Road
Discover Ashgabat, Turkmenistan’s capital known as the ‘White City’ for its gleaming white marble buildings. Explore its unique architecture, rich culture, and position along the ancient Silk Road.