Colin Stevens

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Tashkent Hosts Regional Forum on Child Health as Uzbekistan Builds Global Profile

1 week ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

As Uzbekistan continues to raise its profile on the global stage through diplomatic and humanitarian efforts, Tashkent this week hosted a high-level regional forum titled “Dialogue in the name of children: Central Asia and UNICEF,” focused on improving child health across Central Asia. Held on May 27, the forum was aligned with International Children’s Day, celebrated each year on June 1.
Azerion launches open and independent multi-cloud and AI platform

1 week ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

Azerion, the leading European digital advertising company, is launching its new Multi-Cloud and AI platform, Azerion Intelligence. In a time where independence, open choices and scalable AI compute power are more relevant than ever, Azerion offers European businesses affordable, independent cloud hosting, access to open-source AI capabilities, and a marketplace of AI-powered apps and agents tailored for digital marketing and publishing.
Attacks on EuroChem Plants Threaten Rise in Food Prices

2 weeks ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

Recent weeks have offered grounds for cautious optimism regarding the prospects of a ceasefire in Ukraine: negotiations held in Istanbul led to a prisoner exchange between Ukraine and Russia. The first phase of the exchange, involving over 300 people from each side, took place on May 24. However, at the same time, both parties are exchanging drone strikes, and the spiral of escalation threatens to spin out of control.
Illegitimate NGOs Are Undermining the EU’s Democratic Process

2 weeks ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

In Brussels, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are often seen as champions of civil society, advocating for critical causes like the environment, human rights, and public health. Their presence in the European Union’s policymaking process helps ensure that the voices of citizens and communities are heard alongside those of corporations and governments. However, concerns are emerging that not all NGOs operate with the same level of transparency and genuine intent.
Kazakhstan makes a significant contribution to the development of gender equality

2 weeks ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

On April 10, the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) adopted a declaration aimed at introducing a gender approach in the Central Asian region, which was a significant success of Kazakh diplomacy and a step towards strengthening international cooperation in the field of women's rights. The document was signed by 21 representatives of the national parliaments from 12 PACE member states.
Tensions Rise in Brussels as Commissioner Hoekstra Pushes EU-Wide Tax Hike on Nicotine Alternatives

3 weeks ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

Divisions are widening within the European Commission and among EU Member States over a contentious proposal to introduce new EU-wide excise taxes on alternative nicotine products, such as vapes and nicotine pouches. On Tuesday 6 May, during an official breakfast with FISC Committee Coordinators and Members in Strasbourg, Commissioner for Climate Action Hoekstra, revealed he will table the revision of the Tobacco Excise Directive (TED) before summer.
Bangladesh: The way forward for Bangladesh 2.0

3 weeks ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

When apartheid ended in South Africa, the country was faced with what seemed like an insurmountable task. The new government had to overcome the divides of apartheid and the anger that had festered, in a physically disparate and economically isolated country. It was a task that no one envied and yet, they found a way forward. Now, seven months after the uprising in Bangladesh, with the country at a stalemate, it may be time for Bangladesh to follow South Africa’s example.
Moscow's quiet ally in Europe's energy war

3 weeks ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

As the EU pushes to break its reliance on Russian energy, internal divisions are beginning to surface—most notably in Hungary – writes Eliah Y. While Brussels calls for unity and strategic independence, Hungary has quietly maintained ties that appear to support the Kremlin’s influence in Eastern Europe.
Kazakhstan's economy grows 6% in Q1 2025, driven by transport and trade sectors

3 weeks ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

Kazakhstan's economy expanded by 6% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2025, according to the National Statistics Bureau. This growth was primarily fueled by significant increases in the transport and trade sectors. The transport sector experienced a remarkable 22.4% growth, largely due to substantial gains in rail and pipeline transportation, which grew by 20.5% and 19.6%, respectively.
Why is Europe Supporting Zelensky?: A Strategic Shift Driven by U.S. Generosity

3 weeks ago | eureporter.co | Colin Stevens

The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has raised fundamental questions about Europe's stance and its role in the global geopolitical landscape. One of the most contentious aspects of this situation has been the EU's unwavering support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, especially considering his refusal of Russia's initiative to resume direct negotiations without preconditions.