Topic
central asia
Trade Kazakhstan Eyes Stronger Trade Ties with West Bengal Across Multiple Sectors
Kazakhstan is looking to expand trade and investment ties with India's West Bengal state, according to a report. At an interactive session organized by the Merchants' Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI), Kazakh representative Azamat highlighted sectors such as pharmaceuticals, mining, energy, and manufacturing for cooperation. Trade between the two countries remains below potential despite Kazakhstan's abundant resources.
Logistics Landlocked Kyrgyzstan Passes Merchant Shipping Code, Creates National Ship Registry
Kyrgyzstan's parliament has passed the country's first Merchant Shipping Code in its third reading, creating the legal basis for a national ship registry. Vessels will list Bishkek as their port of registry, overseen by a new maritime administration and operated by a private company, Maritime Register. The move follows similar steps by other landlocked states like Mongolia and San Marino.