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Xi Jinping in Astana: the beginning of a new era of strategic partnership between China and Kazakhstan

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 […]

ACHIEVEMENTS OF THE “CHINA – CENTRAL ASIA” MECHANISM

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 […]

The Role of China in the “China–Central Asia” Format: What Constructive Role Can the “China–Central Asia” Mechanism Play in Regional Affairs

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 […]

HOW SHOULD CHINA AND THE CENTRAL ASIAN COUNTRIES STRENGTHEN MULTILATERAL COOPERATION TO JOINTLY RESPOND TO INTERNATIONAL CHALLENGES

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 […]

HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE OF CENTRAL ASIA: POTENTIAL FOR DIGITALIZATION AND EURASIAN INTEGRATION

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 […]

CHINA-KAZAKHSTAN ENVIRONMENTAL PARTNERSHIP: FROM GREEN ENERGY TO CLIMATE RESILIENCE IN CENTRAL ASIA

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.   […]

ASTANA OPENS DIALOGUE: CHINA–CENTRAL ASIA SYMPOSIUM ON THE FUTURE OF COOPERATION AND HUMANITARIAN EXCHANGES

In Kazakhstan’s capital, the Symposium on Public Governance and Dialogue on Humanitarian Exchanges between China and Central Asian Countries – 2025 took place. The event brought together more than 250 representatives from political, scientific, and diplomatic circles to discuss pressing issues of governance modernization, strengthening cultural cooperation, and developing regional ties. The organizers included the […]

KAZAKH EDITION OF XI JINPING’S THE GOVERNANCE OF CHINA PRESENTED IN ASTANA

On May 29, 2025, the Kazakh edition of the four-volume work by President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping, The Governance of China, was presented. This event marked an important milestone in the development of cultural, scientific, and humanitarian cooperation between Kazakhstan and China. The ceremony was attended by Kazakhstan’s Minister of Culture […]

INTERNATIONAL SEMINAR “CHINA AND CENTRAL ASIA: STRATEGIC DIALOGUE OF A NEW FORMAT” HELD IN ASTANA

On May 28, 2025, the international seminar “China and Central Asia: Strategic Dialogue of a New Format,” held in Astana, became a significant event on the regional expert and diplomatic agenda. Taking place ahead of the second China–Central Asia Summit, the event confirmed the readiness of key players to develop long-term cooperation formats based on […]

CHINA-CENTRAL ASIAN COMMUNITY OF SHARED DESTINY: STRATEGIC VECTOR FOR A NEW ASIAN FUTURE

In the context of escalating global transformations and intensifying geopolitical competition, President Xi Jinping’s initiative to establish a China-Central Asian Community of Shared Destiny emerges not only as a logical continuation of the “Community with a Shared Future for Mankind” concept but also as a strategic response to the challenges and opportunities arising in the […]