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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to host Central Asian counterparts in Moscow

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is scheduled to hold a high-level meeting with the foreign ministers of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan in Moscow on April 17, 2026.

17 Apr 2026-14:12
Central Asia meets Germany in Khiva: focus on 400 billion economy and young population

The inaugural Central Asia – Germany expert forum opened in the historic city of Khiva, Uzbekistan, on April 16, 2026.

17 Apr 2026-14:06
Singapore rises as Asia's top gateway to London

According to an analysis shared on LinkedIn by Pang Yee Huat of Cirium, Singapore Changi Airport is reinforcing its role as a leading hub between Asia and London.

17 Apr 2026-01:34
Charges dropped against Singapore businessman in fraud case

The State has withdrawn charges against Singaporean national Mark Yong Khong Yong, who was appearing in court on fraud allegations involving a US$1,5 million mining investment.

16 Apr 2026-16:33
Nine Chinese nationals caught smuggling scam equipment at Sri Lankan airport

Nine Chinese nationals were arrested at Sri Lanka's main international airport on Thursday (Apr 16) while attempting to smuggle in communication equipment allegedly intended for cyberscam operations, customs authorities said.

16 Apr 2026-11:19
Afghanistan pivots to alternative trade routes as Pakistan transit remains blocked

Multiple requests have been made for Indian goods to be transported to Afghanistan by land, but Pakistan has consistently rejected these demands.

15 Apr 2026-14:02
Japan moves to bolster Asia’s oil security with $10B scheme

15 Apr 2026-13:55
Lufthansa warns of fuel crunch, possible fleet cuts

Lufthansa is preparing for a potential jet fuel crunch that could force it to ground aircraft, as supply constraints linked to the Iran war drive up costs across the aviation industry.

14 Apr 2026-10:20
Middle East war sparks EV boom across Asia

Electric vehicle sales have jumped across Southeast Asia as cost-conscious buyers head to dealerships to avoid fuel price spikes driven by the Middle East war.

14 Apr 2026-09:58
Uzbekistan signs $6 billion deal for Central Asia’s first integrated SAF refinery

The project envisages the creation and operation of the first integrated biofuel production complex in Central Asia, and one of the largest and most technologically advanced in the world.

13 Apr 2026-13:31

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