Xi Jinping, Kyrgyz President Sooronbai Jeenbekov, Vladimir Putin and Imran Khan at the SCO Council. PHOTO: AFP
Why this summer’s Central Asia-South Asia Connectivity Conference will be crucial
The upcoming conference will be crucial for the success of Russia’s Greater Eurasian Partnership
Uzbekistan plans to host a conference this summer titled “Central And South Asia: Regional Interconnectedness. Challenges And Opportunities”, which will play a crucial role in shaping these two neighbouring regions’ futures. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov told the press after talks with his Uzbekistani counterpart last week that “Mr Kamilov kindly invited me to take part in this. We will definitely help you make it a success and make sure it leads to practical results.” It’s unclear at the moment exactly who all is invited to participate in this international event, but it would truly be in everyone’s interests if Pakistan takes part as well.