More about this topic
Asia
More about this topic
Kazakhstan
Free trade agreement with India: EAEU countries accelerate negotiations
The free trade area agreement between India and the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) is crucial for the growth of trade in the region and improvement of on-land transport corridors, which will prove to be favourable for Europe as well.
Iran
Iran seizes assets of 240 dissidents as protest arrests top 6,000
The judiciary froze 182 bank accounts and confiscated property belonging to journalists, activists and public figures accused of acting in favour of "hostile governments". Tehran has executed at least 532 people since January, including 29 linked to the protests.
ADVERTISEMENT
Cult
Nomad Games celebrate nomadic culture once more in Kyrgzystan
In partnership with Ministry of culture, information and youth policy of the Kyrgyz Republic
6th World Nomad Games were held in the Kyrgyz Republic. 109 teams from all continents took part. They competed in 42 disciplines. Scientific and cultural events and an ethno-village completed the programme of the games aimed at preserving and promoting nomadic culture, tradition & history worldwide.
Saudi Arabia
Saudi pipeline shutdown threatens oil supplies to Europe and Asia
The pipeline disruption comes as Gulf oil exports have already fallen sharply and shipping routes face further threats. With no restart date announced, the impact on deliveries to Europe and Asia depends on how long the shutdown lasts.
Yemen
Houthis capture more Red Sea islands, tightening grip on Bab el-Mandeb
The Hanish archipelago fell after hundreds of government-allied forces withdrew, adding to Houthi control of Mokha and Perim Island. More than 80,000 people have been displaced in two weeks of fighting, as the internationally recognised government vows to regroup.
No Comment
Israeli strike on Gaza vehicle kills two Hamas engineers, 13 wounded
At least two people were killed and 13 others wounded on Sunday, 13 September, when an Israeli airstrike hit a car in Gaza City's Tel al-Hawa neighbourhood, according to local medical sources cited by news agencies. Israel said the strike targeted two Hamas engineers involved in weapons production.
No Comment
Indonesia races to find 129 missing after Java Sea ferry capsizes
Indonesia intensified its search operation on 14 September for 129 people still missing after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsized in rough seas in the Java Sea the previous day. By then, 108 survivors had been rescued and six bodies recovered.
Kazakhstan
How Kazakhstan transformed itself into Central Asia's tennis hub
Since 2007, Kazakhstan has invested more than $200 million in tennis, expanding tennis infrastructure nationwide and developing professional academies. Today, nearly 45,000 people play the sport and the country has produced its first world No. 1, Elena Rybakina.
News
Astana Finance Days end in Astana
Around 8,000 participants from 90 countries, including representatives of major global financial institutions and asset managers with more than €22 trillion under their control wrap up their sessions in Astana Finance Days with discussion about further development of Central Asian financial markets.
Destinations
Roughing it to Arctic luxury: Two sisters, three countries, two weeks
Greenland, Iceland and Norway offer some of the most cinematic landscapes on Earth. But travelling through them reveals three very different relationships with tourism – one thrust into the geopolitical spotlight, to tourism-savvy Iceland and the breathtaking beauty of Norway.
Yemen
Houthis seize key island in Bab el-Mandeb, take control of the strait
Houthi fighters reached Perim Island which divides the Bab el-Mandeb into two shipping lanes after government forces withdrew, completing the group's takeover of the strait. Together with Iran's Hormuz blockade, this puts roughly a third of the world's seaborne trade under hostile control.
Focus
Bishkek summit marks 25 years of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
In partnership with Ministry of culture, information and youth policy of the Kyrgyz Republic
World leaders gathered in Bishkek for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s 25th anniversary summit, as Kyrgyzstan concluded its year as chair.
Focus
International Mine Action Conference focuses on safe resettlement
In partnership with Azpromo
The 4th International Mine Action Conference examined the challenges of clearing contaminated land and supporting safe resettlement, with discussions focusing on demining, reconstruction, international cooperation and shared expertise.
Iran
War, sanctions and inflation leave Iran short of hundreds of medicines
Prices for basic medicines such as paracetamol and insulin have skyrocketed amid major shortages of less common pharmaceuticals. More than 70% of healthcare costs in Iran are paid out of pocket, leaving the most vulnerable patients unable to afford treatment.