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Japan enthrones emperor in ancient ceremony
In an ancient ceremony, Japan's new emperor Naruhito formally ascended to the throne on 22 October.
Poverty Continues to Decline, but Pace of Poverty Reduction is Slowing in Central Asia
Although poverty rates in Central Asia continue to decline overall, the pace of poverty reduction is slowing, according to new …
Growth slows across Europe and Central Asia
Economic growth across Europe and Central Asia is slowing, with regional growth estimated at 1.8% for 2019, according to the …
SCO Secretary General meets with UN Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs
On 27 September 2019, the SCO Secretary General Vladimir Norov met with the UN Assistant Secretary General for Political Affairs …
Former French president Jacques Chirac dies at the age of 86
Former French president Jacques Chirac has died at the age of 86, his family announced on Thursday.
Beijing’s brand new Daxing International Airport opens
Beijing’s brand new Daxing International Airport opened to flights as a China Southern Airlines flight took off on Wednesday afternoon, …
IMF Executive Board Selects Kristalina Georgieva as Managing Director
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) today selected Kristalina Georgieva to serve as IMF Managing Director and …
USAID hosts the ninth annual Central Asia trade forum in Shymkent
The U.S. Agency for International Development will host one of the region’s flagship international business events, the ninth annual Central …
Jack Ma steps down as Alibaba chairman
Jack Ma is now officially stepping down as Alibaba’s chairman, leaving the position $41.8 billion richer than when he came …
Astana International Exchange - new opportunities for the stock market of Central Asia
On 27-29 August 2019, a group of journalists from Uzbekistan visited the city of Nur Sultan at the invitation of …