Putin says Armenia’s move toward EU membership would effectively mean quitting the EAEU, deepening a dispute over trade rules, integration and regional influence.
Uzbekistan's first ID card fee is under scrutiny as regional comparisons show neighbors treating initial identity documents as a lower-cost or free public service.
Gasoline prices in annexed Crimea nearly doubled in early July amid Russia's ongoing fuel supply crisis and policy shifts, revealing deep structural challenges in its energy sector.
Russia’s aviation fuel imports from Belarus surged nearly fourfold in May 2026 amid domestic production declines and export restrictions, revealing structural energy sector strains.
Germany urges Turkey to exclude Russian gas in future EU energy agreements, highlighting economic and geopolitical shifts in the region's energy dynamics.
Russia warns Armenia of increased tariffs and economic restrictions if it leaves the Eurasian Economic Union amid rising geopolitical tensions and EU rapprochement.
Uzbekistan halted gold exports in early 2026, triggering a 29% export drop amid rising imports and shifting trade partnerships, underscoring structural economic challenges.
US President Donald Trump views Putin's potential participation in the 2026 G20 summit as beneficial amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and Russia's global isolation.
Tencent, Kaspi.kz’s CEO, and key investors acquired six million shares, signaling confidence in the fintech’s growth and expanding global partnerships.
Germany's Bundeswehr Military Museum in Koblenz restricts entry for Uzbek citizens and other Central Asian nationals under new security laws, impacting cultural and economic exchanges.