Tariff policy plays a key role in China’s economic development and in shaping its global trade position. China’s accession to the WTO in 2001 accelerated its integration into the global economic system, marking a shift from a predominantly closed trade model to a more liberalized one. By 2010, China had fulfilled all its commitments to […]
The economy of the People’s Republic of China has undergone fundamental changes since the founding of the state in 1949. Today China is the world’s second-largest economy by GDP, one of the largest exporters globally, and a key player in the international trade system. China’s economic role in the global economy is defined by the […]
In the context of increasing interdependence among states and the growing complexity of international processes, the concept of a “Community of Shared Future” (人类命运共同体), proposed by the People’s Republic of China, is gaining special significance in global and regional politics. First introduced by Chinese President Xi Jinping in November 2012, this concept reflects China’s aspiration […]
The second Central Asia-China Summit, held on June 17, 2025 in Astana with the participation of the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan and the People’s Republic of China, was an important event confirming the strategic focus and sustainability of the new format of interaction “C+C5”. Established in 2023 in Xi’an, this mechanism has […]
On June 16, 2025, the President of the People’s Republic of China, Xi Jinping, arrived in Kazakhstan’s capital city Astana on a state visit at the invitation of the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. This two-day visit (June 16–17) marks a pivotal moment in the development of bilateral relations and opens a […]
The “China – Central Asia” mechanism, initiated by China, marked a transition in China’s regional policy from a predominantly economic focus to a more comprehensive model that includes politics, security, energy, humanitarian engagement, and digital transformation. The creation of this format was a response to the changing geopolitical landscape, including reduced U.S. activity in the […]
Amid the global transformation of international relations, Central Asia finds itself at the center of attention of major global powers. The weakening of the West’s global influence, shifting geoeconomic priorities, and increasing instability in neighboring regions have made it imperative for Central Asian countries to seek new foreign policy anchors and formats of cooperation. In […]
Amid the accelerating transformation of the global political and economic architecture and the growing interdependence of states, the format of multilateral cooperation between China and the Central Asian countries is gaining particular significance. Today’s challenges — including geopolitical tensions, instability in trade flows, risks to energy and food security, as well as accelerated technological development […]
The speech by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the award ceremony for cultural figures served as a powerful impetus for rethinking the role of historical and cultural heritage in regional development. His statement on the creation of a unified digital platform for the historical and cultural heritage of Central Asian countries […]
The environmental cooperation between China and Kazakhstan is gradually becoming a sustainable strategic initiative aimed at creating a balanced green development model in Central Asia. In the context of accelerating climate change and the global transition to sustainable development, this partnership is becoming strategically important as a tool for technological influence and regional leadership. […]
