Central Asia

• While G7 ends in disarray, China and Russia spearhead enlarged Central Asian bloc

  The Beijing-led bloc, which experts see as seeking to challenge the Western-led order, is dominated by China and Russia.

  World

  Jun 10, 2018
  
• McDonald’s opens first restaurant in Kazakhstan

  Locals gathered in droves to be among the first to get their hands on the chain’s burgers and fries.

  World

  Mar 8, 2016
  
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• Russian intelligence chief says Taliban, ISIS may invade Central Asia

  Russian intelligence has warned of an increased risk of Taliban or Islamic State fighters invading Central Asia.

  World

  Oct 28, 2015
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• WATCH: State of emergency in Kyrgyzstan after protesters storm Canadian-owned mine

  Hundreds of protesters have stormed the office a gold mine run by a Canadian-based company, demanding its nationalization and more social benefits.

  Canada

  May 31, 2013
• At least 25 dead in Afghanistan after flash floods, earthquake

  Flash floods in northern Afghanistan killed at least 14 people, and an earthquake that struck the northeast and neighbouring Pakistan on Wednesday left 11 people dead and scores injured, officials said.

  Weather

  Apr 24, 2013