#Central Asia
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Diplomacy Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea expand cooperation in tourism
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Uzbekistan is becoming an increasingly sought-after destination for international travel. From January to July 2026, the country welcomed around 7.75 million foreign tourists - up 22.6 percent year-on-year. Over the same period, tourism service exports reached roughly $3.9 billion. Against this backdrop, the Republic of Korea remains one of the leading long-haul markets for Uzbekistan's tourism industry. Interest among Korean travelers in Uzbekistan continues to grow. In January–July 2026, Korea ranked third among long-haul markets by number of tourists visitin
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-09-03 17:55
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Diplomacy Prospects for Cooperation between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea within the Framework of the Central Asia-Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Cooperation between the Republic of Uzbekistan and the Republic of Korea has been developing consistently in recent years, acquiring new substance in such priority areas as the economy, investment, advanced technologies, digitalization, and public financial management. Relations aimed at further expanding practical cooperation between the two countries, studying advanced experience, and introducing modern technologies are becoming particularly important. Within the framework of the Central Asia-Republic of Korea Cooperation Forum, particular attention is being
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-09-03 17:51
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Diplomacy New Uzbekistan: A Builder of Peace and Trust
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | At the border checkpoint, the line moves slowly forward. A border guard opens a passport, glances through its pages for a second, and presses down a fresh stamp. The traveler continues on their way undisturbed. At first glance, this is an ordinary, everyday procedure. Yet behind those few seconds lie years of intergovernmental negotiations, complex agreements, mutual trust and balanced diplomacy. On the eve of the 35th Anniversary of Independence, looking back at the path Uzbekistan has traversed, one can say with confidence that one of its most critical achiev
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-08-18 13:46
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Diplomacy South Korea, Uzbekistan Hold Fourth Consular Consultation After 12-Year Gap
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | South Korea's Government Representative for Overseas Citizen Protection and Consular Affairs, Lim Sang-woo, held the fourth Korea-Uzbekistan Consular Consultation with Uzbek Deputy Foreign Minister Abdullaev Olimjon in Tashkent on the morning of 3 August, marking the first such meeting between the two countries in roughly 12 years. The talks covered a broad range of consular issues, including improving conditions for the entry, exit and residence of Korean nationals in Uzbekistan, and the protection of Korean citizens residing in the country. Previous rounds of
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-08-04 12:47
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Diplomacy South Korea, Kazakhstan Discuss Science and Technology Cooperation Ahead of Inaugural Korea-Central Asia Summi
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | South Korea's First Vice Minister of Science and ICT, Koo Hyuk-chae, met with Kazakh Ambassador to Korea Asset Issenali on 4 August at the Government Complex Sejong to discuss science and technology cooperation between the two countries, with a focus on combining their respective strengths in resources and technical talent. Both sides welcomed the upcoming first Korea-Central Asia Summit, scheduled to take place in Seoul in September, and emphasized the potential for expanded science and technology cooperation ahead of the meeting. Officials noted that Kazakhst
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-08-04 11:18
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Diplomacy Uzbekistan and United States Deepen Cultural Ties Through Decade of Exchange
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Cultural cooperation between Uzbekistan and the United States has expanded steadily over the past decade, becoming an increasingly significant dimension of bilateral relations alongside economic and political ties, according to Uzbek officials and cultural institutions. Uzbekistan's president has designated cultural diplomacy as one of the country's key foreign policy instruments, a shift that has broadened Tashkent's engagement with international partners, including the United States, in areas ranging from music and education to heritage preservation. Musical
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-07-31 10:42
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Diplomacy Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan Deepen Strategic Partnership Ahead of Presidential State Visit
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | The upcoming state visit of Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev to Kyrgyzstan on 30-31 July is set to mark a new stage in bilateral relations that have shifted markedly in recent years, moving from long-standing border disputes to what officials describe as a comprehensive strategic partnership. Only a few years ago, much of the bilateral agenda between the two Central Asian neighbors centered on unresolved border demarcation, checkpoint operations and efforts to rebuild mutual trust. Sustained political dialogue has since allowed both sides to resolve outstandi
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-07-28 10:59
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Diplomacy South Korea Hosts Turkmenistan Delegation to Expand Water Industry Cooperation
Diplomacy Journal Lee Sung Jun | South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry of Climate, Energy and Environment hosted a delegation from the Turkmen government in Seoul from July 21 to 23 for an invitational program aimed at expanding cooperation between the two countries in the water industry. The Turkmen delegation included representatives from the Water Resources Committee, which oversees the country's water policy and projects, as well as officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Water Resources Design Institute, which handles technical design work. The event was or
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-07-23 13:10
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Diplomacy Riding the wave of tourism growth, Uzbekistan and Belarus are expanding cooperation
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Riding the wave of tourism growth, Uzbekistan and Belarus are expanding cooperation Despite growing competition for tourist flows, international tourism is increasingly seen not only as an economic sector but also as an important tool for developing international cooperation. Today, the success of tourist destinations is determined not only by the number of visitors, but also by the ability of states to build sustainable partnerships, create new points of attraction, and effectively promote their potential in foreign markets. Uzbekistan is one of the most vivid
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-07-03 10:11
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Diplomacy Uzbekistan and Georgia: From historical friendship to a strategic partnership
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Bilateral relations between Uzbekistan and Georgia are underpinned by profound, centuries-old historical ties, and are undergoing a systematic, dynamic evolution across the political, economic, cultural and humanitarian spectrums in the contemporary era. Two nations are bound not only by ancient trade routes but also by a comprehensive cooperation firmly anchored in mutual respect, trust, and a profound alignment of strategic interests. In recent years, high-level exchanges, substantial expansion of trade and economic ties and intensification of cultural exchan
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-07-03 10:07
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Diplomacy Uzbekistan as an Operational Hub for Technology Companies: Key Figures, Conditions, and Advantages
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | Relocating an operational office to a new jurisdiction is invariably a complex undertaking, involving unfamiliar regulatory environments and concerns regarding continuity of team management and internal processes. Uzbekistan addresses the majority of these challenges — and this article examines the factors underpinning that proposition and the reasons why more than 1,000 technology companies have chosen the country as their base of operations. Why Companies Choose Uzbekistan For businesses originating from CIS countries, Uzbekistan offers a familiar business cu
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-06-29 16:44
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Diplomacy Тourism as a bridge to economic development: A new stage in Uzbekistan-Georgia relations
Diplomacy Journal Kim Tae Yeon | The development of tourism in Uzbekistan is one of the priority areas of state policy being implemented under the leadership of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The country is consistently establishing new tourism centers, improving infrastructure, expanding transport accessibility, attracting investment, and supporting entrepreneurship in the tourism sector. As a result, Uzbekistan continues to strengthen its position in the global tourism market and demonstrates steady growth in its tourism industry. In 2025, the country welcomed 11.7 million inte
- Kim Tae Yeon 기자
- 2026-06-29 12:58
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Diplomacy TIIF-2026, Shaping a New Investment Architecture for Central Asia
Diplomacy Journal Jon Lee | From June 16th to 19th, the capital will host the 5th Tashkent International Investment Forum, the country's primary investment platform and one of the region's largest business forums. Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF-2026) has solidified its position as a key investment platform in Central Asia, bringing together states, international investors, and representatives of global business. The forum serves not merely as a platform for dialogue, but as a space where the region's practical investment agenda is actively shaped. The core idea of the forum lies
- 이존영 기자
- 2026-06-12 13:55
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Diplomacy Termez platform – dialogue for ensuring security and stability in Central and South Asia
Diplomacy Journal Lee Sung Jun | Since ancient times, Central and South Asia have been closely connected through trade, cultural exchange and political processes. Geographical proximity and ancient trade routes contributed to active dialogue between peoples and civilizations, the exchange of goods and culture as well as the formation of a shared historical and cultural identity in the region. Following the acquisition of independence, the Central Asian states began gradually developing their own foreign policy and economic strategies toward South Asia. Given the significance of Central and Sou
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-06-01 16:26
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Diplomacy Termez Dialogue Charts New Course for Central and South Asian Regional Connectivity
Diplomacy Journal Lee Sung Jun | Today's events and developments in the international arena once again demonstrate the growing need for the states of the Central and South Asian regions to achieve mutual understanding, solidarity, and a common goal. In this regard, the main goal of the Termez Dialogue on Connectivity between Central and South Asia, held on May 19, 2025, on the theme "Building a Common Space of Peace, Friendship, and Prosperity," was to strengthen regional connectivity and bring cooperation to a new level. It can be said that over the past year, significant results have been ac
- Lee Sung Jun 기자
- 2026-05-26 09:29
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The World Peace Art Exhibition donates 58 K-Folk Paintings and K-Graphics to Wonju Prison
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Odissi Troupe and Film Festival Highlight 12th Edition of "Sarang" as Embassy of India Unveils 2026 Cultural Calendar
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Korea Aerospace University Summer Overseas Volunteer Corps, “Educational and Cultural Exchange in Uzbekistan”
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Venerable Jinwoo elected as 38th president of the Korean Buddhist Jogye Order, “Second-term president after 13 years”
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World media reporters shed new light on ‘Islamic Civilization’
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2026-09-04 16:15
Tanzanian ambassador, Tanzanian delegation visit Korea Aerospace University
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2026-09-04 16:10
Damhwa Seonchang (Zen Window of Damhwa) recommends, Before coveting other positions, do your best for the one you currently have
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2026-09-04 16:04
The host of the World Peace Art Exhibition donates 25 Folk Art Paintings to Seoul Southern Correctional Institution
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2026-09-04 16:00
The Korea Aerospace University holds General Faculty Meeting on the first day of the second semester, “Presenting 6 Key Initiatives for the Second Half”
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2026-09-04 15:55
Park Jang-sun Lounge opens at Korea Aerospace University’s academic information center Chairman Park Jang-sun donates an additional 1 billion Won”
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