Past Events

CAREC Technology Forum 2026

CAREC Program and ADB-Korea Climate Technology Hub jointly organized the first CAREC Technology Forum on 7–8 April in Bishkek. CCSD DG Eugene Zhukov, Mr. Azamat Zhamangulov, Kyrgyz Republic’s Minister of the Digital Development and Innovative Technologies, and DG Batbayar Dangaa of Mongolia’s Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Communications, underscored policy priorities for scaling innovative technologies for […]

3rd Annual Meeting of the CAREC Working Group on Skills Development

The meeting aims to: (i) review 2025 achievements and 2026 action plan, to be implemented with support under “Strengthening Green Skills Development under the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program” and (ii) validate regional cooperation proposals for strengthening climate-smart agriculture education, research, and outreach across the CAREC region led by Wageningen Social and Economic […]

CAREC National Focal Points’ Consultation Meeting 2026

The CAREC Program kicked off its 2026 planning with a virtual consultation of its National Focal Points on 17 March, translating MOUs signed at the 24th Ministerial Conference into a concrete roadmap for the year ahead. Chaired by Ms. Erdenetuya Darinchuluun, Director General at the Ministry of Economy and Development and National Focal Point for […]

1st Road Working Group Meeting

Objectives The Road WG was proposed to be established under the TSCC (Transport Sector Coordinating Committee) as a regional platform to address key priorities and policy matters in the CAREC road subsector. The inaugural meeting will focus on establishing its foundation, discussing key regional challenges, aligning approaches among member countries and development partners, and securing […]

Inaugural Meeting for the Negotiations of the CAREC Trade and Investment Facilitation Partnership Agreement

The virtual Inaugural Meeting on the Negotiations for the CAREC Trade and Investment Facilitation Partnership (CARTIF) Agreement was held on 11 March 2026. ADB reaffirmed its full commitment and readiness to continue supporting the CARTIF negotiation process, including the establishment and operation of the working groups.The meeting highlighted the vital role of CARTIF in lowering […]

Workshop on Advancing Digital and Green Trade Facilitation in CAREC Countries

The workshop brought together a broad and diverse group of participants from across the trade ecosystem to ensure a balanced and inclusive dialogue. CAREC customs officials and trade regulatory representatives shared institutional insights and reform priorities. Development partners and experts from the Korea Customs Service (KCS) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) contributed technical perspectives, […]

First GMS-CAREC Joint Energy Meeting

Energy officials from the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) and the Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) Program convened in Guangzhou, the People’s Republic of China from 24 to 28 November, for their first joint engagement, an important milestone toward a more interconnected and sustainable Asian power system. Following internal sessions, a joint roundtable discussed interconnection, […]

CAREC Development Partners’ Retreat

  The CAREC Development Partners’ Retreat was held on 21 November in Bishkek, Kyrgyz Republic, alongside the 24th Ministerial Conference. The retreat provided a platform for development partners to discuss concrete actions for stronger collaboration, including building a regional project pipeline, enhancing project monitoring and evaluation, and mobilizing resources. Partners also explored ways to enhance […]

24th CAREC Ministerial Conference

The theme of this year's CAREC Ministerial Conference is "Green and Digital CAREC," with an agenda featuring high-level sessions on physical and digital connectivity, trade, climate resilience, human development, and knowledge sharing, alongside signing ceremonies for key regional initiatives. The program will also include country statements, interventions from development partners, and the adoption of a joint ministerial statement.

CAREC Business Forum

CAREC Business Forum on 18–19 November in Bishkek, brought together more than 150 people including government officials, private sector leaders, investors, development partners, and experts. On 18 November, VP Yingming reiterated ADB’s commitment to meaningful engagement with the private sector, particularly small and medium enterprises, including mobilizing private sector financing to pursue CAREC objectives and […]