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Watchdog warns of Kyrgyzstan using security apparatus to “dismantle independent journalism” after detentions
President’s spokesman claims those detained were writing “hit pieces against the state”.
Sanctioned Georgian interior minster resigns
Opponents of the ruling Georgian Dream party suggested Vakhtang Gomelauri's departure could signal a growing rift within the Georgian legislative, as anti-government, pro-EU protests continue nightly in Tbilisi.
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China shifts from global banker to leading debt collector
Once the primary provider of capital across much of the world, Beijing now finds itself at the receiving end of record repayments, particularly from some of the world’s poorest and most vulnerable nations.
S&P moves Uzbekistan’s outlook to positive
Revision hinges on belief government will continue to implement economic and governance reforms and elevated gold prices.
Mongolia’s coalition government edging towards collapse amid interparty strife, street protests
Situation fluid. Daily developments unfolding in rapid succession.
Azerbaijan touts $20bn investments and green energy pact as Turkic bloc eyes deeper economic ties
President Ilham Aliyev used the informal summit of the Organisation of Turkic States to showcase his country’s growing regional economic influence.
Turkmen labour migrants turning elsewhere as Turkey is less welcoming
Uzbekistan and Belarus new, hot destinations.
Armenian PM’s wife slams critics as “hedgehogs” and “donkeys” in social media posts
Anna Hakobyan took to Facebook to counter accusations of corruption and misuse of funds at her My Step Foundation.
Georgian prime minister laments lack of communication in open letter to Trump
Irakli Kobakhidze appeals for resumption of US-Georgia Strategic Partnership, writes of “striking alignment of values and ideology” between Tbilisi and Washington.
Russian tycoon Usmanov wins lawsuit against Luxembourg media giant
A German court has banned Mediahuis Luxembourg S.A., the most important media holding in Luxembourg, from referring to Uzbek-born Russian metals and media tycoon Alisher Usmanov as the owner of the luxury superyacht Dilbar.
EBRD cuts 2025 growth forecasts citing tariffs and global uncertainty
Development bank lowers forecasts for Emerging Europe, Central Asia and North Africa as slowdowns in Germany and China take their toll.
Azerbaijani journalists arrested in deepening crackdown on independent media
Journalists Ulviyya Ali and Ahmad Mammadli are two more independent voices targeted by the Azerbaijani authorities.
Turkmen leader touts trade and investment during French trip
Offering confirmation that Ashgabat is ready to do business with Western firms.
US MEGOBARI Act met with mix of resentment and jubilation in Tbilisi
The MEGOBARI Act mandates sanctions against senior officials from the Georgian Dream government and pledges support for the Georgian people’s Euro-Atlantic aspirations.
First commercial flight arrives in Georgia’s separatist Abkhazia region after 33 years
Tbilisi protested over resumption of "illegal" direct flights from Moscow to Sokhumi.
Aid ship to Gaza hit by drone strikes near Malta in international waters
A ship carrying humanitarian aid to Gaza as part of the Freedom Flotilla Coalition's mission to break Israel's blockade has reportedly been hit by drone strikes in international waters near Malta.
Gold mine no cash cow for Kyrgyz government
Revenue sags as gold price soars.
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Kyrgyz PM gets polite brush off by US business executives
But he secures IMF and World Bank development agreements.
Iran and Azerbaijan sign key MOUs during presidential visit
President Masoud Pezeshkian visited Baku on April 28, during which Iran and Azerbaijan signed seven memoranda of understanding (MOUs) covering sectors such as political consultation, transportation, cultural exchange, health, media, and investment.
Sanctioned tycoon Usmanov wins another legal victory against German daily
Russian-Uzbek businessman Alisher Usmanov has won another legal victory in his campaign to clear his name after German newspaper Münchner Merkur was ordered to retract a series of articles that formed the basis for investigations and sanctions.