Author: Dr Arif

Iranian companies intend to build large hydraulic structures in Central Asia, including Kazakhstan, Azernews reports. After the meeting of the head of the department Nurzhan Nurzhigitov with the Minister of Energy of Iran Ali Akbar Mehrabian. “Ali Akbar Mehrabian said that Iranian companies intend to implement large-scale projects in Central Asia and, in particular, in Kazakhstan, for the construction of hydraulic structures similar to the Bakhtiari hydroelectric power plant, one of the largest dams in the world,” the message reads. Also, according to the Kazakh press service, Mehrabian stated Iran’s readiness to provide Kazakhstan with modern technologies for transporting irrigation…

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended the opening ceremony of the Trans-Caspian international transportation route via video link at the presidential palace in Astana on July 3. Experts and officials from both sides expressed their belief that this landmark corridor will revive the grandeur of the ancient Silk Road and stand as a testament to the shared commitment among the countries participating in the Belt and Road Initiative to fostering regional connectivity, economic prosperity and cultural exchanges. Source: https://news.cgtn.com/news/2024-07-05/Trans-Caspian-route-revives-grandeur-of-the-ancient-Silk-Road-1uZlg8iBK4o/p.html

Baku: COP29, being held in in Azerbaijan, is a great opportunity to expand the cooperation between Israel and Azerbaijan on the issues of climate change, Deputy Ambassador of the State of Israel in Azerbaijan Yoav Bistritsky, said on X, a social media platform. “Yesterday, we joined an online experts meeting from both countries to discuss the similar challenges of desertification and possible solutions based on technology and innovative policies,” the diplomat said. Bistritsky added that with the COP29 presidency, they agreed to promote joint side events during the summit that will take place this year in Baku. Source: https://report.az/en/cop29/diplomat-cop29-is-great-opportunity-to-expand-cooperation-with-azerbaijan/

China Eastern Airlines Resumes Direct Flights between Xi’an city of China, and Budapest of Hungary Direct flights between Xi’an and #Budapest to offer travelers and businessmen a gateway to explore rich heritage and economic opportunities Resumption of the direct link of China Eastern Airlines between Xi’an and Budapest is a vital step words building Air Silk Road China Eastern Airlines boosts connectivity between #Shanghai of China and #Marseille of France. By: Muhammad Arif, Editor NSN.Asia BUDAPEST: China Eastern Airlines, on Saturday, resumed direct flights between the starting point of the ancient Silk Road in Xi’an city of China, and the…

SCO Summit 2024: Xi and Putin Alignment Advances Multilateralism in Eurasia Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi skips Astana Summit China is due to take up the rotating presidency of the SCO for 2025 Belarus officially joined the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Admitting Belarus as an official member further consolidates global standing, appeal and attractiveness of SCO Astana Declaration calls for building a community with a shared future for mankind Qingdao City declared as SCO tourist and cultural capital for 2024 and 2025 SCO members agree to promote multilateral trading system Upholding the Shanghai Spirit, a foundation to accomplish the Eurasian…

Mango Festival 2024 Hosted by Pakistani Embassy in Kuwait Draws Massive Crowd Mango Diplomacy Builds Positive Image of Pakistan: Malik Muhammad Farooq, Pak Envoy Mango Festival 2024 was organized by the Embassy of Pakistan in collaboration with UN-HABITAT Kuwait Pakistan Embassy Kuwait Pakistan sets a target of 100,000 metric tons of mango exports in 2024 Mangoes exports during FY2024 are likely to generate $90 million foreign exchange By; Muhammad Arif, Editor NSN.Asia Kuwait City:  The Embassy of Pakistan in Kuwait organized ‘Pakistan Mango and Cultural Festival 2024’ at Avenues Mall, Kuwait on July 3, in collaboration with UN-HABITAT Kuwait Pakistan Embassy…

In a major step aimed at bolstering connectivity and cooperation, visiting Chinese President Xi Jinping and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev on Wednesday attended the opening ceremonies of one transportation project and several cultural exchange facilities. These projects, poised to enhance both bilateral and regional connectivity, highlight the two countries’ commitment to strengthening ties, and evoke the region’s illustrious history as a crossroads of trade and culture. NEW ROAD TRANSPORT ROUTE FOR ENHANCED CONNECTIVITY According to an estimation by the World Economic Forum, 90 percent of global traded goods are shipped by ocean. Land-locked countries, however, do not have the opportunities…

Since Kazakhstan Xi’an Terminal began operating in Xi’an, Shaanxi province, in late February, over 35,000 metric tons of various goods have been transported from the city to Kazakhstan. Located at the Xi’an Chanba International Port Park, the terminal was jointly constructed by the Xi’an Free Trade Port Construction and Operation Co and the KTZ (Kazakhstan’s railway company Kazakhstan Temir Zholy) Express Co. The development agreement was hailed as one of the most important cooperative achievements of the first China-Central Asia Summit, which was held in Xi’an in May last year. Construction began on the terminal, which covers about 7 hectares,…

President Xi Jinping and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended on Wednesday the opening ceremony for the China-Europe Trans-Caspian Express, a major international connectivity project that spans the Eurasian region. The ceremony marked the official completion of a multidimensional connectivity network integrating highways, railways, airlines and pipelines, in order to better link Asia with Europe via the Caspian Sea, which is the world’s largest inland body of water. With its combined highway-sea transportation channel, the express route allows trucks carrying consignments to traverse the Eurasian region aboard cargo vessels. The opening ceremony was held via video link at the presidential palace…

President Xi Jinping and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev pledged on Wednesday to bolster bilateral cooperation across various sectors, setting out targets to double bilateral trade and expand partnerships in energy, connectivity, key minerals and the digital economy. Xi held high-level talks at Akorda, the presidential palace in Astana, with Tokayev, in a state visit marking the latest chapter in the ever-strengthening relationship between the two neighboring nations. Upon Xi’s arrival at the presidential residence, he was warmly welcomed by Tokayev, as six Kazakh Air Force fighter jets flew overhead, trailing red and yellow smoke in a spectacular display to symbolize…