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How the Architecture of Power in Kazakhstan is Changing with the New Constitution
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How the Architecture of Power in Kazakhstan is Changing with the New Constitution

Opinions of lawyer Tattuu Bububu Ergeshbaeva on the presidential structure, parliament, and potential constitutional risks A draft of a new Constitution has been presented in Kazakhstan, created by the Constitutional Reform Commission taking into account the opinions of citizens, experts, and the results of public discussions. The new Fundamental Law aims to strengthen the state structure, improve the functioning of political institutions, and adapt constitutional norms to modern challenges,

02.02.2026, 17:52
Expert Opinion on the Use of Presidential Mandate in the Context of Constitutional Changes
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Expert Opinion on the Use of Presidential Mandate in the Context of Constitutional Changes

Political scientist Bakytbek Jumagulov on the legal aspects and importance of institutional clarifications In society and among experts, questions regarding the implementation of the presidential mandate in the context of constitutional changes are actively discussed. Political scientist and director of the Eurasian Strategic Research Center Bakytbek Jumagulov emphasizes that the current president was elected according to the previous version of the Constitution, which established a six-year

31.01.2026, 16:47
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Several multilateral banks could participate in the financing of the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway, - analysis

Experts suggest that the funding for the railway project connecting China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan may be provided by several multilateral banks. This information is presented in the report of the Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) for 2026. In their analysis, the authors emphasize that in a number of countries there are restrictions on obtaining funding from a single source, which helps maintain the sustainability of both public debt and the financial system as a whole.

22.01.2026, 17:29
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10 Key Events in the Relations Between Central Asian Countries and China in 2025

Strengthening Friendly Ties in Central Asia and China In 2025, significant progress was observed in cooperation between Central Asia and China in all areas. In particular, the deepening of joint work on the "Belt and Road" initiative led to the formation of a clearer structure for the "Central Asia - China" interaction mechanism, which contributed to strengthening friendly relations.

30.12.2025, 13:55
Expert: Russia's Interest in Central Asia Will Remain in 2026
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Expert: Russia's Interest in Central Asia Will Remain in 2026

Sanctions and changes in global relations contribute to the deepening of Moscow's ties with the countries of the region The expert claims that in 2026, Russia's interest in Central Asia will not only persist but will also become one of the priorities in Moscow's political and economic strategy.

30.12.2025, 13:33
Countries of the Eurasian Partnership Will Maintain High Growth Rates. Macroeconomic Forecast of the EDB
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Countries of the Eurasian Partnership Will Maintain High Growth Rates. Macroeconomic Forecast of the EDB

The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) presented a forecast for the economic development of partner countries for the next three years, expecting stable and sustainable growth. According to the report, Kyrgyzstan will continue to hold leading positions in key economic indicators. The presentation took place in Almaty. EDB unites seven countries: Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan, which are located at the center of the EAEU and CIS. This creates favorable

18.12.2025, 15:22
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The share of morally and physically outdated warehouses in the Eurasian region countries is high, - analysis

- Analysts of the EDB conducted an ESG assessment in the logistics sector of the Eurasian region. (EDB, 2025). According to the report, ESG practices in the warehouse real estate sector in the countries of the region still lag significantly behind modern global standards. The majority of warehouse facilities were built decades ago, in accordance with outdated norms, and do not meet current environmental requirements.

01.12.2025, 08:10
Analyst: It's Time to Discuss the Country's Development Strategy for the Next 20–30 Years
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Analyst: It's Time to Discuss the Country's Development Strategy for the Next 20–30 Years

In recent years, Kyrgyzstan has seen the introduction of new mechanisms of state governance that enhance the role of institutions providing a direct link between the people and the authorities. One of the key institutions in this context has become the People's Kurultai, which has sparked numerous discussions. Regarding the significance, effectiveness, and future of this institution, Doctor of Economic Sciences, Professor Tolonbek Abdyrov shared his views in an interview with the Kabar

19.11.2025, 12:38
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High Trade Costs in Central Asia and the Caucasus Are Linked to Slow Cargo Processing at Borders - Analysis

According to a report by the Eurasian Development Bank published in October 2025, significant trade costs are observed at the borders of Central Asia and the Caucasus due to the slow processing of cargo. The study indicates that the average time required for freight transport to cross the border is 13.6 hours, and the cost of export documents reaches hundreds of dollars, which is significantly higher than in developed countries.

13.11.2025, 09:07
Regional Stability. The Central Asia is Building a System of Indivisible Security
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Regional Stability. The Central Asia is Building a System of Indivisible Security

Central Asia is emerging as a space of mutual understanding and cooperation. In the economic sphere, the countries of the region, including Kyrgyzstan, have realized that uniting efforts to create beneficial production chains, forming a unified energy network, and developing common transport routes is significantly more effective than competing with each other. For nearly three decades after the collapse of the Soviet Union, our states were in a state of rivalry, facing conflicts over

30.10.2025, 16:28
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In Kyrgyzstan, the share of finished products in textile exports already reaches 80% - analysis

- According to information provided by the EDB (October 2025), there is a change in the structure of industrial logistics in the Eurasian region, based on industries and business scales. Recently, there has been a trend in the region where companies are outsourcing part of their logistics processes to external operators. For example, light industry enterprises are increasingly starting to rent warehouses in industrial zones or free economic zones, sharing infrastructure with other organizations.

25.10.2025, 19:34