Daily Monitor

February 10, 2023

Over 17,600 dead in powerful earthquakes in southern Türkiye

Monday’s twin quakes, centered in Kahramanmaras, affected several other provinces
February 10, 2023

Biden’s Top Russia Adviser Departs as Ukraine Conflict Drags On

President Joe Biden’s top adviser on Russia at the National Security Council is leaving his post as the US continues to grapple with the Kremlin’s war in Ukraine
February 8, 2023

Caucasus, Central Asian countries express condolences over deadly quake in Türkiye

At least 912 killed, 5,385 injured after 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits Türkiye’s southern provinces, says President Erdogan
February 8, 2023

UN Representative Praises Kazakhstan’s Role in Promoting Security Cooperation in Central Asia

Kazakh First Deputy Foreign Minister Kairat Umarov discussed multilateral cooperation in the Central Asia region with Natalia Gherman on Feb. 2
February 8, 2023

Turkey earthquake: Death toll could increase eight-fold, WHO says

The death toll from a strong earthquake in south-eastern Turkey, near Syria’s border, could rise eight-fold, the World Health Organisation has warned
February 6, 2023

7.4 magnitude quake that jolted Türkiye felt in several countries, including Syria, Iraq

Powerful earthquake kills at least 100 people, also felt in Egypt, Lebanon, Northern Cyprus, Greek Cypriot Administration
February 6, 2023

Agreement on trade, economic cooperation between Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Turkmenistan approved – decree

President Ilham Aliyev has signed a decree approving the “Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Government of the Republic of Türkiye and the Government of Turkmenistan on trade and economic cooperation”
February 6, 2023

Hong Kong-China Border Reopens as City Looks to Rebuild Economy

Mainland visitor levels could rise to 78% of 2019 levels: BI
February 1, 2023

Russia concerned about ‘escalation’ around Iran

Top Russian diplomat criticizes remarks by US Secretary of State about ‘military options to stop Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons
February 1, 2023

Pakistan mosque blast: What is behind the deadly attack?

Authorities are investigating how a suicide bomber killed at least 100 people at a mosque in a high security zone in Peshawar, Pakistan
February 1, 2023

Watchdog’s Corruption Score For Eurasia Sinks In 2022, Remains Well Below Global Average

Corruption remains rampant in Eastern Europe and Central Asia, according to the 2022 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) compiled by Transparency International, which called for leaders in the region to finally address the problem
February 1, 2023

Will more NATO support increase tensions in Asia?

A visit to South Korea and Japan by the head of NATO this week highlights the alliance’s strategic priority to push back against China and North Korea, while addressing the global impact of Russia’s war in Ukraine
February 1, 2023

Can PM Modi’s budget deliver for India’s poor?

Despite being its last full budget before the general elections in 2024, Narendra Modi’s government is expected to shun populism in favour of fiscal discipline
January 30, 2023

Chinese ports see surging trade with SE.Asia during holidays, signaling robust growth in 2023

During the just-concluded Chinese New Year holidays, the first after China moved to resume normal operations at border ports
January 30, 2023

The Azadi Briefing: Afghanistan Plunged Into Darkness Amid Massive Power Outages

Welcome to The Azadi Briefing, a new RFE/RL newsletter that unpacks the key issues in Afghanistan
January 20, 2023

Countries of Central Asia Celebrate 30th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations with EU

The Mission of Kazakhstan to the European Union (EU) co-hosted an event to mark the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Central Asian countries and the EU at the European External Action Service (EEAS) headquarters in Brussels on Jan. 17, reported the press service of the Kazakh Ministry of Foreign […]
January 20, 2023

Kazakh Capital to Host Expert Meeting on Central Asia 2030

The Central Asia 2030: Visions of the Future expert meeting will take place in Astana on Jan. 20, reported the press service of the Kazakhstan Institute for Strategic Studies (KazISS)
January 16, 2023

Hungarian PM, Organization of Turkic States official meet in Budapest, discuss cooperation

Hungarian PM, Organization of Turkic States official meet in Budapest, discuss cooperation
October 18, 2022

Turkish president arrives in Kazakhstan for talks, regional summit

Recep Tayyip Erdogan, host Kassym-Jomart Tokayev hold one-on-one talks to discuss bilateral ties, regional issues […]
October 18, 2022

Türkiye to continue supporting Kazakhstan’s stability, peace: Erdoğan

Türkiye will continue to support Kazakhstan’s territorial integrity, stability and peace, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said […]