This past week has seen several noteworthy events across Central Asia. Dive into our article for more details.
Kazakhstan
The film "Bauryna Salu" has been nominated for an Oscar
The film "Bauryna Salu" received the highest award at the national "Tulpar" awards based on the voting results of the Alliance members and was recommended by the Oscar committee to represent Kazakhstan in the "International Feature Film" category.
Source: inform.kz
Global Innovation Index 2024: Kazakhstan has ranked among the top three leaders in Central and South Asia
Kazakhstan demonstrated significant progress, rising to the top three leaders in Central and South Asia and improving its position in the global ranking from 81st to 78th. Enhancements were noted in several areas, including "Government Efficiency," "Rule of Law," "PISA Scale for Reading, Mathematics, and Science," "Market Development," "Ease of Doing Business," and "Net Inflow of Foreign Direct Investment."
Source: inform.kz
Prince William has named the Kazakh initiative "Altyn Dala" among the finalists for the Earthshot Prize 2024
The project's goal is to preserve and study the unique steppe, semi-desert, and desert ecosystems, establish an effective network of protected natural areas, and conduct monitoring.
This recognition highlights the innovative efforts of the initiative in restoring and protecting the vast ecosystems of Kazakhstan's steppes, wetlands, and deserts, particularly in relation to the restoration of the endangered saiga antelope.
Source: inform.kz
Anna Danilina has won her 11th career title under the WTA banner
Kazakhstan's Anna Danilina, paired with Russia's Irina Khromacheva, became the champion of the WTA 250 tournament in Hua Hin, Thailand.
Source: inform.kz
Kazakhstan has officially submitted its application to join World Boxing
The Kazakhstan Boxing Federation has made an important decision following extensive discussions and analysis. Currently, the issue of maintaining boxing in the Olympic program is under discussion at the IOC level. In a meeting with the chair of the World Boxing Olympic Commission, Kazakhstan's National Olympic Committee President Gennady Golovkin discussed the prospects for the development of boxing.
Source: inform.kz
Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan has established diplomatic relations with an African country
A joint communiqué was signed by Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev and Angola's Minister of External Relations Tete Antonio. During the negotiations, the parties agreed to strengthen political dialogue and multifaceted cooperation through a mechanism of bilateral consultations and high-level visits. Key areas for initial cooperation discussed included education, climate change, tourism, security, and collaboration within international organizations.
Source: kaktus.media
The first charter flight Osh — New Delhi launched
Osh International Airport has become the starting point for a new chapter in cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and India with the launch of the first international charter flight, Osh — New Delhi — Osh. The weekly Tuesday flight aims not only to improve transportation links but also to strengthen the economic and diplomatic relations that are important for both countries.
Source: 24.kg
Uzbekistan
The Finnish food and goods delivery service Wolt is officially launching in Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan is now listed on Wolt's website, with Tashkent as the only available city. The company is hiring for various roles, including customer support, sales leaders, account managers, and a general director.
Source: spot.uz
Qanot Sharq will launch flights from Tashkent to Tel Aviv starting in November
Flights will operate once a week, departing from Tel Aviv on Wednesdays and from Tashkent on Thursdays.
Source: spot.uz
Uzbekistan and Turkey will open a qualification assessment center
A professional certification system is set to be implemented for labor migrants. This will allow Uzbeks with professional skills to obtain certificates recognized in European countries, validating their qualifications. As a result, they will no longer need to prove their skills when traveling abroad.
Source: spot.uz
Air France may launch flights to Uzbekistan
A special episode of Top Gear France dedicated to Uzbekistan is set to be filmed by the end of the year. During a meeting in Paris, Tourism Committee Chairman Umid Shadiev discussed with Air France's Commercial Director Frédéric Décorse the potential for organizing flight routes to Uzbekistan.
Source: spot.uz
Uzbekistan and the United States have signed an agreement on mutual assistance in customs matters
The parties will enhance information exchange and combat threats, including money laundering. On September 13, Customs Committee Chairman Akmalhuzha Mavlonov and U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Troy Miller held negotiations in Washington for the first time in 32 years. Currently, there is no legal framework for bilateral cooperation between the two countries.
Over the past six years, trade between Uzbekistan and the U.S. has grown by 48%. From January to August of this year, the trade turnover increased by 64%, reaching $613.6 million.
Source: spot.uz
Tajikistan
"Tajik Air" will begin flights on the route Dushanbe-Khorog-Dushanbe
Flights will operate three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays using AN-28 aircraft. The ticket price is 900 somoni one way, and tickets can be purchased at "Tajik Air" sales points.
Source: khovar.tj
Tajikistan and Namibia have established diplomatic relations
During the 79th session of the UN General Assembly, Tajikistan's Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin met with Namibia's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Peja Mushalenga. During the meeting, a ceremony was held to sign a Joint Communiqué establishing diplomatic relations between Tajikistan and Namibia.
The foreign ministers emphasized the importance of developing bilateral and multilateral relations between the two countries, noting that this new partnership undoubtedly opens additional opportunities for both nations.
Source: khovar.tj