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Opening Remarks by Javlon Vakhabov, Director of the IICA at The First Central Asia - GCC Think Tank Forum

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Opening Remarks by Javlon Vakhabov, Director of the IICA at The First Central Asia - GCC Think Tank Forum

April 22, 2025, Tashkent

Keynote Address at the 1st EU–Central Asia Think Tank Forum

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Keynote Address at the 1st EU–Central Asia Think Tank Forum

1st EU–Central Asia Think Tank Forum “The Tashkent Platform: Building Bridges between Europe and Central Asia” (Tashkent, March 19, 2025)

The First

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The First "Central Asia - EU" Think Tank Forum Held in Tashkent

On March 19, the International Institute for Central Asia (IICA), in collaboration with the Belgian research institution European Neighbourhood Council (ENC), organized the first-ever Central Asia – EU Think Tank Forum under the theme "Tashkent Platform: Building Bridges Between Central Asia and Europe."

The European Union – Central Asia Think Tank Forum Opens in Tashkent

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The European Union – Central Asia Think Tank Forum Opens in Tashkent

On March 19, 2025, the International Institute for Central Asia (IICA) will host the European Union – Central Asia Think Tank Forum under the theme “The Tashkent Platform: Building Bridges between Europe and Central Asia”.

Tajikistan President to Pay State Visit to Kyrgyzstan

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Tajikistan President to Pay State Visit to Kyrgyzstan

Tajikistan President Emomali Rahmon will embark on a state visit to Kyrgyzstan on March 12-13, 2025, as confirmed by the Kyrgyz presidential administration.

Uzbekistan to Invest $2.6 Billion in Rare Minerals

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Uzbekistan to Invest $2.6 Billion in Rare Minerals

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev has approved 76 projects worth $2.6 billion to develop Uzbekistan’s rare minerals sector. Over the next three years, the country will focus on 28 critical minerals, including tungsten, molybdenum, and lithium.

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Introduce Free Trade Regime

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Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan Introduce Free Trade Regime

Since February 25, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan have implemented a free trade regime, eliminating customs duties on domestically produced goods, except for certain products.

Speech by the Director of the International Institute for Central Asia at the Expert Dialogue “Central Asia plus Japan: Current Trends and Prospects”

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Speech by the Director of the International Institute for Central Asia at the Expert Dialogue “Central Asia plus Japan: Current Trends and Prospects”

March 6, 2025, Tashkent

Kyrgyzstan Celebrates Ak Kalpak Day

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Kyrgyzstan Celebrates Ak Kalpak Day

On March 5, Kyrgyzstan marks Ak Kalpak Day, a national celebration dedicated to the country’s traditional felt hat, which holds deep historical and cultural significance. The Ak Kalpak symbolizes wisdom, honor, and the national identity of the Kyrgyz people.

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