Kazakhstan is embarking on significant infrastructure projects, including a new gas pipeline with China and upgrades to its water infrastructure, alongside a new terminal in Georgia. These initiatives aim to bolster regional connectivity and economic growth. Read more...

Azerbaijan experiences fluctuations in its energy and insurance sectors in early 2025. Oil trade with Turkey increases, while non-life insurance sees a decline, contrasted by growth in life insurance premiums. Read more...

A summary of the week's top political news, including a potential restart of Nord Stream 2, a major drug lord extradition, and concerns over eroding rights. Read more...

Azerbaijan strengthens its regional energy presence through increased trade with Romania, power transmissions to Iran, and SOCAR's successful green bond offering, while Turkmenistan is poised to play a key role in the Southern Gas Corridor. Read more...

Kazakhstan and China deepen renewable energy cooperation and build a new gas pipeline. Meanwhile, Alibaba founder Jack Ma resurfaces after a five-year absence. Read more...