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Industrial zones attract manufacturers and logistics investment
In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan
Industrial production in special economic zones rose 42.7% in the first nine months of 2025 in Uzbekistan. From Navoi’s logistics ambitions to expanding trade through Termez, new projects are drawing manufacturers and investors from across the region.
Business
Nvidia raises €21.5bn in first bond sale since 2021 on AI demand
Nvidia has returned to the corporate debt market for the first time in five years, pricing a $25 billion (€21.5bn) bond sale that drew roughly $85 billion (€73.2bn) in orders, a sign of investors' strong appetite for exposure to AI.
Iran
Ships start to trickle through Hormuz, but question of control lingers
Trump said the strait would be "completely open" by Friday, but key details over who will manage the crucial waterway remain unresolved. Meanwhile, Iran has made further claims that it will control Hormuz in the future based on its interpretation of the framework deal with the US.
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Business
Data Centre Valley: Firebird & Kazakhstan sign €8.6B in AI agreements
Kazakhstan has signed agreements worth €8.6 billion with AI infrastructure company Firebird, backed by support from chipmaker NVIDIA, as part of its plans to develop what could become Central Asia’s largest data centre hub.
Business
€75bn investment pipeline takes centre stage at TIIF 2026
Bringing together policymakers, investors and business leaders from more than 100 countries, this year's Tashkent International Investment Forum explores investment opportunities and regional cooperation across Central Asia. Discussions are set to focus on infrastructure, energy, critical minerals,
Iran
Trump says US-Iran peace deal 'complete,' to be signed on Friday
Tehran has since confirmed that the "text of the memorandum of understanding" has been agreed on and is to be signed in Switzerland, opening the door to 60-day negotiations "following verification of US commitments," including the lifting of the US blockade.
Global Japan
How Japan is helping Vietnam build resilience against disasters
In partnership with The Government of Japan
Japan is sharing decades of disaster management expertise with Vietnam through infrastructure, education and early warning projects backed by The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and UNESCO.
