China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan Railway: latest news and updates

China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway to expand Kyrgyzstan's transit opportunities

Edil Osmonbetov, director of the Center for Analysis of International Relations at the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, told the Kabar news agency that construction of the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway will expand the country's geoeconomic opportunities and open new transit corridors. He spoke on 22 October 2026 in Bishkek, where the VI forum of China–Central Asia analytical centres is being held.

KabarOctober 22, 2026, 15:42

Transport & Infrastructure

Kyrgyzstan to Become Regional Transport and Logistics Hub

According to a 21 October 2026 report by Kabar, President Sadyr Japarov said at a republican meeting on strategic tasks for the next five years that road traffic is steadily improving in geographically remote regions. He stated that ensuring the movement of people and cargo between regions is a basic condition for the country's economic and territorial integrity, which requires a unified transport area.

KabarOctober 22, 2026, 01:55

Transport & Infrastructure

China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway construction gathers pace

Construction of the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway is advancing; the Kashgar–Andijan line will offer an alternative route bypassing Kazakhstan. Currently, the region's main rail link with China runs through Kazakhstan. According to Kabar, work has begun on 26 of the 29 planned tunnels and 40 of the 50 bridges in Kyrgyzstan.

UzAOctober 20, 2026, 04:21

Diplomacy

Kyrgyz Foreign Minister meets Uzbek President Mirziyoyev in Samarkand

Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev met Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev in Samarkand. The Kyrgyz Ministry of Foreign Affairs reported that the meeting took place within the C5+1 ministerial format, which brings together Central Asian states and the United States.

AKIpressOctober 19, 2026, 20:18

Diplomacy

Kyrgyz FM Discusses Boeing Aircraft Supplies and Railway with Uzbek President

Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Zheenbek Kulubaev held talks on October 19 in Samarkand with Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Boeing Vice President Mike Schnabel, the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry reported. The meetings took place on the sidelines of the C5+1 Central Asia–US ministerial meeting.

Economist.kgOctober 19, 2026, 17:53

Transport & Infrastructure

Large strategic projects advancing in Kyrgyzstan, says Sabirov

Kyrgyzstan is implementing large projects of strategic importance for Central Asia in transport, energy, tourism and investment. Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency under the President, told Kabar that they include the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway, the Kambar-Ata-1 hydropower plant, the CASA-1000 project, and the Asman City and Ala-Too Resort tourist complexes.

KabarOctober 19, 2026, 10:31

Economy

Uzbekistan and China deepen ties as joint projects near $60 billion

According to a report datelined Baku, Uzbekistan and China are seeking to deepen economic cooperation across energy, manufacturing, infrastructure and advanced technologies. Following talks on October 17 in Tashkent between Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Chinese Premier Li Qiang, the portfolio of projects backed by firm agreements has reached nearly $60 billion, and more than 6,000 joint ventures have been established.

TrendOctober 19, 2026, 08:37

Transport & Infrastructure

China pledges quality implementation of railway project in Uzbekistan

Chinese Premier Li Qiang met Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and said China is ready to ensure the quality implementation of the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway project and to expand trade and economic cooperation with Tashkent. Li said Beijing wants to expand the presence of competitive Chinese companies in the Uzbek market and hopes Uzbekistan will continue to create favourable conditions for investment and business.

UzDailyOctober 18, 2026, 08:06

Diplomacy

Uzbekistan and China plan to expand flights between their cities

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev received a delegation led by Li Qiang, Premier of China's State Council, on October 17, according to the Uzbek presidential press service. The meeting addressed strengthening comprehensive strategic partnership and implementing agreements reached by the two leaders in Bishkek in August 2026.

Gazeta.uzOctober 18, 2026, 01:45

Economy

China Intends to Boost Imports of Uzbek Goods and Expand Trade With Uzbekistan

Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — China is ready to expand trade with Uzbekistan, increase imports of Uzbek products and deepen cooperation in several sectors, including energy, artificial intelligence and modern agriculture. Chinese Premier Li Qiang made the statement during an official visit to Uzbekistan, the Xinhua news agency reported.

UzDailyOctober 18, 2026, 01:37

Diplomacy

Mirziyoyev and Li Qiang discuss expanding Uzbekistan-China cooperation

Uzbekistan President Shavkat Mirziyoyev held talks on 17 October with a Chinese delegation led by Premier Li Qiang of the State Council. The sides discussed strengthening their strategic partnership, joint investment projects and cooperation in key economic sectors. Li Qiang conveyed greetings from Chinese President Xi Jinping.

UzDailyOctober 18, 2026, 00:25

Economy

Kyrgyzstan attracts $5.9 billion in foreign direct investment over six years

Kyrgyzstan attracted a total of $5.9 billion in direct foreign investment in 2020–2025. Speaking to the Kabar news agency, Ravshanbek Sabirov, head of the National Investment Agency under the President, said the 2025 volume exceeded $1.3 billion, a 143.9% increase compared with 2020. In the first half of 2026, Kyrgyzstan received $709.9 million in direct foreign investment, up 26.2% from the same period a year earlier.

KabarOctober 17, 2026, 14:42

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China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan Railway

China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway to expand Kyrgyzstan's transit opportunities

Kyrgyzstan to Become Regional Transport and Logistics Hub

China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan railway construction gathers pace

Kyrgyz Foreign Minister meets Uzbek President Mirziyoyev in Samarkand

Kyrgyz FM Discusses Boeing Aircraft Supplies and Railway with Uzbek President

Large strategic projects advancing in Kyrgyzstan, says Sabirov

Uzbekistan and China deepen ties as joint projects near $60 billion

China pledges quality implementation of railway project in Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan and China plan to expand flights between their cities

China Intends to Boost Imports of Uzbek Goods and Expand Trade With Uzbekistan

Mirziyoyev and Li Qiang discuss expanding Uzbekistan-China cooperation

Kyrgyzstan attracts $5.9 billion in foreign direct investment over six years

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