New trends drive China-Central Asia trade growth
China-Central Asia trade hit a record high in 2025, surpassing $100B. Key growth in EV exports, solar panels, lithium batteries, and cross-border e-commerce.
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AD Ports Group sells land to Danube Properties for AED 840 million for a new project
Logistics giant AD Ports Group has signed an agreement with real estate developer Danube Properties to sell a plot of land covering one million square meters
Ji Shumin: The China-Central Asia Format Has Become a Driving Force for Regional Development
The global economic map is changing before our eyes: by the end of 2025, trade between China and the five Central Asian countries will have surpassed the psychological mark of USD 100 billion for the first time in history. This represents a more than 200-fold increase since the establishment of diplomatic relations, making China a key trading partner for every state in the region
New Alphabet Record: Google’s Parent Company Surpasses the $4 Trillion Mark
American tech giant Alphabet has become the fourth company in history to surpass a market capitalization of $4 trillion. Amid the rapid development of artificial intelligence technologies, the company’s shares have surged, allowing Alphabet to join the elite group of global leaders alongside Nvidia, Apple, and Microsoft
China registers highest growth in exports to Asia in 2025
China's retail sales hit a record 50.1 trillion yuan in 2025. Consumer spending contributed 52% to GDP growth, driven by smart tech and green energy products.
Global investors forecast continued bullish market for Chinese equities
Analysts predict MSCI China to rise by 20% by year-end 2026. China's 2025 GDP exceeded 140 trillion yuan, driven by innovation, services, and trade stability.
Women entrepreneurs from Turkmenistan took part in international exhibitions of design in Paris
Women entrepreneurs from Turkmenistan took part in the international exhibitions Maison & Objet and Who’s Next Paris, held in Paris from 15 to 19 January. The visit was organised under the project “Turkmenistan: Enhancing Trade Resilience and Integration,” implemented by the International Trade Centre.
China’s digital industry sees 40 pct growth in revenues since 2020: ministry
China's digital industry reached 38.3 trillion yuan in revenue. Explore the growth of 5G factories, industrial internet, and SME digital upgrades through 2025.
China’s manufacturing sector accelerates intelligent upgrade in 2025: data
China's manufacturing sector sees double-digit growth in smart equipment and robots. Integration of digital tech and green energy lead 2025 industrial trends.
Sun Weidong: Energy, Transport, and Digital Are the "Iron Triangle" of Regional Connectivity
The speech by Sun Weidong, Secretary-General of the China-Central Asia format, at the SPECA Week in Ashgabat was received with deep attention: when global supply chains are in turmoil, Beijing's voice sounds like a tuning fork for the entire regional economy
Shombi Sharp: Trade and Connectivity at the Center of the Peace and Trust Agenda
On the sidelines of the Ashgabat SPECA Forum, UNESCAP Deputy Executive Secretary Shombi Sharp shared his vision of regional processes and Turkmenistan's role in strengthening international cooperation
Oil transit from Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan through Azerbaijan has reached record levels
During the first 11 months of 2025, the volume of transit oil from Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan transported via the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan (BTC) route exceeded 3.7 million tons
China-Central Asia cooperation shows robust momentum: spokesman
China-Central Asia trade turnover reached $106.3 billion in 2025, a 12% increase. Discover the milestones of the Belt and Road Initiative and the 2025 summit.
China posts bumper grain harvest, steady livestock output growth in 2025
China's 2025 grain output hits a record 714.88M tons. Meat production exceeds 100M tons for the first time. Explore full agricultural and livestock stats.
China to boost both exports, imports in 2026-2030: customs authority
China’s customs authorities plan to boost exports and imports during the 15th Five-Year Plan by promoting balanced and high-quality trade growth.
