Central Asia

Uzbekistan's GDP Reaches Historic €123 Billion as Mirziyoyev Celebrates Reforms

Uzbekistan’s GDP Reaches Historic €123 Billion as Mirziyoyev Celebrates Reforms

Uzbekistan’s Economic Growth: A Year of Record Performance Uzbekistan has concluded the year with an outstanding economic performance, achieving a remarkable GDP of €123 billion. In his annual address to parliament, President Shavkat Mirziyoyev highlighted that the positive effects of ongoing reforms are becoming increasingly evident in the daily lives of citizens. Despite facing global […]

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Bronze Age burial site reveals insights into ancient Chinese red rice wine production.

Bronze Age burial site reveals insights into ancient Chinese red rice wine production.

Ancient Alcohol Rituals in Northwestern China Recent archaeological discoveries in northwestern China reveal fascinating insights into the burial practices of Bronze Age societies. Researchers have uncovered pottery vessels containing remnants of alcohol that suggest a unique blend of rice and red mould was used for fermentation. This discovery highlights the cultural significance of these beverages

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Kobyz and the Yurt: Central Asia's Cultural Traditions Recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Heritage

Kobyz and the Yurt: Central Asia’s Cultural Traditions Recognized by UNESCO as Intangible Heritage

The Enduring Craft of the Kobyz and Yurt On a brisk morning in Chimbay, a quaint town in the Karakalpakstan region of northwestern Uzbekistan, a seasoned craftsman meticulously shapes a half-finished wooden frame. Though his movements are slow, they resonate with confidence as he constructs a yurt much like his father and grandfather did before

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