TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Uzbekistan is preparing to launch pilot projects using stablecoins for payments and tokenized assets in its capital markets, signaling the country’s push to modernize its financial system through blockchain technologies. The plan was announced following a September 10 meeting chaired by President Shavkat Mirziyoye...
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — A Kazakh historical drama about one of the country’s darkest periods is competing this week at China’s Golden Panda Awards, highlighting Central Asia’s growing presence on the international film circuit. Qash (“Run”), the debut feature by director Aisultan Seitov, has been nominated in four categories: Best Actor in...
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — Higgsfield, a Kazakh artificial intelligence startup focused on video creation, has raised $50 million in Series A financing as it accelerates plans to expand internationally and compete with some of the world’s largest tech firms. The September 10 funding round was led by California-based GFT Ventures with particip...
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Uzbekistan is moving to cement its role as Central Asia’s emerging energy hub, striking a new electricity deal with Kazakhstan while expanding investments in Afghanistan’s fragile power grid. The agreement, signed September 7 in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan, commits Uzbekistan to supply 900 million kilowatt-hours of el...
DUSHANBE, Tajikistan (MNTV) — Tajikistan will host a major international water conference in 2026, positioning the Central Asian nation at the center of global debates on climate resilience and sustainable water management. The announcement was made by Manuchehr Jobir, head of external economic cooperation at Tajikistan’s foreign ministry, dur...
MALE, Maldives (MNTV) — Maldives has launched a push to prepare its public workforce for artificial intelligence, with nearly 90 officials completing a two-day skills program aimed at using AI responsibly in day-to-day operations. The workshop, held on September 9–10 and titled “AI in the Modern Workplace,” was organized by the Maldives Media ...
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — Authorities in Afghanistan have identified 35 new mines of precious stones in the central province of Logar, a region long recognized for its mineral wealth. Officials say the discoveries could expand revenues and employment if extraction is carried out transparently and under state oversight. According to Pajhwok A...
KABUL, Afghanistan (MNTV) — The European Union has signed a €1.5 million agreement with The Liaison Office (TLO) to strengthen climate resilience and livelihoods in Afghanistan, extending international backing for communities hit by environmental and economic pressures. According to Pajhwok Afghan News, the new funding complements an earlier $...
TASHKENT, Uzbekistan (MNTV) — Officials and entrepreneurs have unveiled proposals to accelerate the country’s financial technology sector, as Uzbekistan looks to position itself as a regional fintech hub. The push comes amid rapid global expansion of digital finance, projected to surpass $600 billion by 2030. According to UZ Daily, Uzbekistan’...
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — Kazakhstan will establish an internationally certified laboratory for rare earth metals as part of its drive to expand beyond raw exports and integrate into global technology supply chains. The facility, set to open by mid-2026, is expected to provide advanced geo-analytical services and storage for mineral samples....
