Kazakh president approves UN regional center for Central Asia, Afghanistan
The regional center, will focus on sustainable development, climate resilience and humanitarian cooperation.
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Amu Region, Security
Russian security chief says ISIS-K recruiting Central Asian nationals in Afghanistan
Moscow's top security official said the group is seeking recruits from Central Asia and migrant communities in Russia.
Amu Region
Tajikistan receives remains of Soviet-era founders executed under Stalin
Nearly 90 years after their executions in Moscow, the symbolic remains of several early Tajik leaders were returned to Dushanbe.
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SCO members weigh engagement with Taliban at Moscow security talks
Deputy foreign ministers discuss Afghanistan, regional threats and possible revival of contact group with Taliban.
Amu Region, Politics
Russia warns of regional security risks from Afghanistan, Middle East
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says instability and militant activity could affect Central Asia and beyond.
Amu Region, Security
Regional security bloc discusses Afghanistan border security with Kazakhstan
Talks focused on strengthening frontier defenses and regional coordination, according to a statement.
Amu Region, Politics
Regional bloc warns Afghanistan’s instability could threaten Central Asian borders
Officials from former countries in the region cite growing risks even as Taliban leaders seek to reassure neighbors on security.
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Taliban urge security cooperation at meeting with Central Asian officials
At a Kabul forum, the Taliban foreign minister called ISIS and drug trafficking shared threats and confirmed ongoing talks with.
Amu Region, Security
Regional security group warns of rising militant threat from Afghanistan
Shanghai Cooperation Organization body says armed groups are strengthening capabilities, raising concerns across Central and South Asia.
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Uzbek minister warns Afghanistan’s water diversions could threaten agriculture
Uzbekistan says increased water withdrawals from the Qosh Tepa Canal could pose risks, even as it recognizes Afghanistan’s rights.