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Preserving the past: Kyrgyzstan's World Nomad Games continues as new village brings history to life

Kyrgyzstan's World Nomad Games have brought the past firmly into the present with its plans to make permanent a village dedicated to its traditional arts and crafts.

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Nomad Games draw to an end in Kyrgyzstan after a week of celebrating nomadic culture

After a week of celebrating nomadic culture and heritage with sports contests and cultural programmes, 6th Nomad Games end in their birth place Cholpon Ata in Kyrgyzstan. In traditional sports competition home team Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan won most medals.

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Kazakhstan amassed 55 medals at the 6th Nomad Games with two more days to go

With less than two days to go Kazakhstan stands a good chance to become the overall winner of the 6th Nomad Games held in Kyrgyzstan. With 55 medals won the largest country of Central Asia is well ahead of the other teams.

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Xi, Putin and Modi looking in different directions as Shanghai Cooperation Organisation marks 25th anniversary

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) marked its 25th anniversary in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, with all the trappings a diplomatic milestone demands.

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Modi tells Indians to avoid foreign travel during trip abroad to Kyrgyzstan

In a video shot in a plush hotel room, Modi urges Indians to avoid travel for destination weddings and leisure

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SCO challenges West as diverse group of nations pursues multipolar future

The summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, which represents almost half of the world’s population, ended with an aim to signal the rise of a global powerhouse challenging the West. Yet the SCO's diversity also revealed significant disagreements and divergent interests.

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President Tokayev urges ‘concrete initiatives’ as SCO trade nears $1 trillion

The SCO Council of Heads of State met in Bishkek, bringing together leaders of its ten member countries. With SCO trade approaching $1 trillion, Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev proposed new initiatives on security, trade, connectivity and technology.

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World Nomad Games bring ancient traditions to life in Kyrgyzstan

The World Nomad Games have brought together athletes from more than 90 countries to compete in traditional sports rooted in nomadic cultures.

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World Nomad Games open in Bishkek before an audience of world leaders

A spectacular performance at the Bishkek Arena opened the sixth edition of the World Nomad Games. This is the biggest competition yet, with more than 100 national teams from every continent. Athletes will compete in 43 disciplines rooted in Asia's ancient nomadic culture.

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PM Modi concludes two-nation visit to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded his productive two-nation visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. He attended the annual SCO summit in Bishkek, calling for dismantling terrorism's entire ecosystem. In Uzbekistan, ties were elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership with new agreements signed. Modi also met with leaders including Vladimir Putin and…

The Economic Times

Xi, Putin hold talks ahead of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin are among the heads of state attending a Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit taking place in Kyrgyzstan. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian is also in attendance, where he held bilateral talks with India's Narendra Modi. Marking its 25th anniversary this year, the SCO…

France 24

Eurasian nations gather in Bishkek to forge stronger ties, new alliances

Heads of 21 global and rising powers gather in Bishkek for the SCO summit as wars strain the global order. China and Russia have previously used the SCO to project their influence and their stand against the West, but the middle powers are now there to seek new economic and…

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Putin and Xi rally allies at Kyrgyzstan summit to counter US influence

Leaders from more than a dozen countries, including Russia's Vladimir Putin, China's Xi Jinping, India's Narendra Modi and Iran's Masoud Pezeshkian, gathered in Kyrgyzstan on Monday for the summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, a group billed as a counterweight to US influence.

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Iran crisis puts Xi-Putin’s anti-US bloc to the test, with PM Narendra Modi in the mix

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit convenes amid US economic pressure on Iran. Chinese and Russian presidents will meet with Iran's leader at the summit. The bloc's ability to act coherently faces scrutiny due to internal rivalries. Leaders are expected to offer symbolic solidarity with Tehran. The summit highlights the evolving…

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India, Uzbekistan agree to deepen cooperation in trade, defence, energy, digital connectivity

India and Uzbekistan agreed to strengthen cooperation in trade and investment. Prime Minister Narendra Modi held delegation-level talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. Discussions covered digital connectivity, defence, and energy sectors for mutual growth. Modi also attended a yoga session, highlighting cultural ties between nations. He will next attend the Shanghai…

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Putin, Xi set for Central Asia summit as Russia and China seek to counter Western influence

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping are due in Kyrgyzstan on Monday for a two-day summit, joined by the leaders of Iran and India. The gathering comes as the group seeks to project a united front amid wars in Ukraine and Iran and growing tensions with the…

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Looking to advance India's vision for region free from terror: PM Modi ahead of SCO Summit, State Visit to Uzbekistan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan on Saturday. He will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit in Bishkek. Modi will also undertake a State Visit to Tashkent for discussions. He aims to advance India's vision for security and connectivity. The visit seeks to strengthen partnerships and deepen…

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PM Modi to begin 2-nation Central Asia visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will begin a four-day visit to Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan on Saturday, seeking to strengthen India’s ties with Central Asia and advance regional cooperation. In Tashkent, he will hold talks with President Shavkat Mirziyoyev on trade, defence, energy and education before attending the SCO Summit in Bishkek.

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PM Modi to visit Uzbekistan from August 29-30, attend SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan from August 31

Prime Minister Modi will visit Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan for the SCO summit. He will attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Chinese President Xi Jinping is also expected to attend the important summit. This visit occurs as India and China work to improve bilateral relations. Discussions will focus…

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Xi Jinping to attend SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan

President Xi Jinping is set to participate in the upcoming SCO summit in Bishkek next week, marking a significant engagement for China as the outgoing Chair. Following the summit, he will embark on a state visit to Kyrgyzstan before heading to Egypt. Notably, Kyrgyzstan will assume the SCO Presidency post-summit.…

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The Fergana Valley Reveals a Central Asia That Silk Road Tourism in Uzbekistan Cannot Show You

What Samarkand doesn't tell youYou arrive in Samarkand and the architecture does its work on you. The Registan is genuinely overwhelming. The tilework at Shah-i-Zinda is the most concentrated beauty you may ever stand inside. But after two days, you begin to notice that Uzbekistan's monument cities have been curated…

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How Ukraine’s strikes on Russian warehouses became a problem in Kyrgyzstan

Ukraine’s campaign to target Russia’s e-commerce giant Wildberries has had impacts far beyond the Russian federation. For Russia, Wildberries is comparable to Amazon, accounting for about 50% of the country’s online retail market. But its market place is used by manufacturers as far afield as Central Asia.

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Hiking in Kyrgyzstan’s Tien Shan mountains is a TikTok trend without any wifi

Fast becoming one of the planet’s trendiest trekking destinations, James Draven finds that the ‘Alps of the East’ are still a whole world away from your average walking holiday

Bangkok Post

SAT chief says U23s, spikers can deliver

Thailand's U23 football team will make a run into the later stages of the 20th Asian Games while the women's volleyball players will bring home a medal.

The Economic Times

Deccan Gold Mines shares rally 13% after maiden gold doré production at Altyn Tor Project

Deccan Gold Mines shares surged over 13% after the company announced the production of its first gold doré at the Altyn Tor Gold Project in Kyrgyzstan. The milestone validates the upgraded processing circuit and de-risks the project ahead of commercial production. The gold doré was produced through a successful proof-of-concept…

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