Adjara launches digital campaign to attract Chinese tourists
April 29
The Adjara Tourism Department is launching a large-scale digital campaign to attract Chinese visitors. As part of the initiative, the region’s tourism destinations will be promoted on leading Chinese online platforms.
To prepare the campaign, the head of marketing at Tongcheng Travel visited Adjara. The purpose of the visit was to explore the region’s tourism products on site and prepare materials that will later be distributed through the platform’s digital channels. According to the department, the campaign will help raise Adjara’s visibility as an attractive tourism destination.
The Adjara Tourism Department said a nine-month online campaign promoting Adjara on Chinese digital platforms has been underway since March. As part of the campaign, the region’s tourism products are being presented on Douyin, Red Note, and Weibo. A promotional page, Visit Batumi, has also been created to provide Chinese users with information about Adjara and Georgia’s tourism offerings.
The campaign aims to introduce Chinese audiences to Adjara’s mountain adventure, ecotourism, and seaside destinations, while positioning Batumi as an attractive four-season tourism city.
The region’s promotion is also planned at international tourism events. This year, the Adjara Tourism Department will present the region at ITB China 2026, an international tourism exhibition in Shanghai, where Georgia will participate as a partner country.
Confucius Institute marks UN Chinese Language Day with a presentation
May 2
A presentation dedicated to UN Chinese Language Day was held on May 2, organized by the Confucius Institute at Free University. The theme of the event was “Chinese Language in Literature – the Beginning of Change and a Link Between the Past and the Present”.
During the presentation, lecturers and sinologists from Free University and Tbilisi State University, Mariam Chakhaya and Ana Goguadze, spoke about the role of the Chinese language through examples from classical and modern literature.
The event discussed how the Chinese language played an important role in social development and how, despite linguistic changes and the transition of eras, it managed to preserve its connection with the past.
Azerbaijan and China expand cooperation in freight transport
April 27
Azerbaijan and China are expanding cooperation in international road freight transport. The sides agreed to exchange additional permit quotas for 2026, increasing the total number of permits fivefold.
AZERTAC reported that the agreement was reached during the first Azerbaijan-China negotiations on international road transport, held in Urumqi, China.
During the visit, the Azerbaijani delegation also reviewed logistics centers operating at the Khorgos border checkpoint and in the free trade zone. The sides also discussed opportunities for direct cooperation between carriers and logistics companies.
Azerbaijan takes part in an international logistics exhibition in China
April 27
On April 27, a delegation from Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Digital Development and Transport took part in the 8th International Supply Chain and Port Logistics Expo, held in Chengdu, China.
According to the Azerbaijani ministry, the opening ceremony focused on documents signed between Azerbaijan and China, the dynamics of the strategic partnership, and cooperation in transport and logistics.
As part of the event, the Azerbaijani delegation also participated in the 10th Asia-Europe Multimodal Transport Development Conference. The meeting presented Azerbaijan’s transport system, the country’s role in international transport corridors, including the Middle Corridor, as well as ongoing infrastructure projects.
Nakhchivan State University begins cooperation with China’s Xinjiang University
April 28
Nakhchivan State University is beginning academic cooperation with China’s Xinjiang University. During a meeting in Urumqi, the sides discussed the implementation of joint educational and research projects.
AZERTAC reported that, at the initial stage, the universities plan to cooperate in green energy, as well as establish joint centers for artificial intelligence and biotechnology.
The sides also agreed to create a Silk Road Research Center. The initiative aims to expand research activities, strengthen academic exchange, and deepen international cooperation.
The meeting also highlighted the sister-city relationship between Urumqi and Nakhchivan as an additional basis for developing cultural and academic cooperation.
Artificial intelligence center to be established at Nakhchivan State University
May 1
A cooperation agreement was signed between Nakhchivan State University and Beijing University of Chemical Technology. The sides plan to develop joint educational and research projects.
AZERTAC reported that one of the main areas of cooperation discussed at the meeting was the establishment of a joint artificial intelligence center between the two universities. The sides also discussed the participation of Azerbaijani students in industrial and internship programs at Beijing University of Chemical Technology.
According to the sides, the cooperation will support scientific and innovation activities, the exchange of international experience, and the training of qualified specialists.
Armenian delegation takes part in the green and sustainable development forum in China
April 29
An Armenian delegation took part on April 29 in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Green and Sustainable Development Forum, held in Ningbo, China. At the event, Yerevan expressed readiness to deepen cooperation with China and the SCO in the areas of sustainable development, environmental protection, and biodiversity.
The Armenian delegation included Mher Margaryan, Special Envoy for Armenia’s Presidency of the 17th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity, COP17, and Armenia’s Ambassador to China, Vahe Gevorgyan.
During a panel discussion titled “Protecting Global Biodiversity Through Multilateral Governance”, Margaryan spoke about Armenia’s preparations for COP17. He noted that one of the key issues at the conference, planned in Yerevan, will be the assessment of progress in implementing the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
As part of the forum, the Armenian delegation also met China’s Minister of Ecology and Environment Huang Runqiu, and Ningbo Mayor Tang Feifan. The delegation also held a media briefing on the COP17 biodiversity conference.
China discusses the expansion of pharmaceutical production in Uzbekistan
April 27
Uzbekistan and China plan to expand cooperation in the pharmaceutical sector. The sides discussed opportunities for joint projects in pharmaceutical production, biotechnology, vaccines, blood products, and innovative medicines.
Trend reported that the meeting was held between Abdulla Azizov, director of Uzbekistan’s Agency for the Development of the Pharmaceutical Industry, and representatives of China’s pharmaceutical sector.
The Uzbek side noted that the country has the potential to become a regional pharmaceutical hub. The sides expressed readiness to implement practical joint projects and deepen cooperation.
Uzbekistan and China expand environmental cooperation
April 27
On April 27, on the sidelines of a regional environmental summit, Aziz Abdukhakimov, adviser to the president of Uzbekistan on environmental issues, met China’s Minister of Ecology and Environment, Huang Runqiu.
The sides discussed strengthening early warning systems for dust and sandstorms, climate satellite monitoring, the creation of a joint laboratory for analytical monitoring of air and water quality, and scientific cooperation.
At the meeting, the Uzbek side proposed the practical use of China’s experience and its adaptation to local needs. The Chinese side expressed readiness for cooperation.
One area of environmental cooperation is waste-to-energy projects, under which 11 such plants are being built in Uzbekistan with the participation of Chinese investors.
Tashkent and Beijing agree on gas storage facilities and solar and wind projects
April 27
On April 27, the 8th meeting of the Energy Subcommittee of the Uzbekistan-China Intergovernmental Cooperation Committee was held in Tashkent.
The meeting was chaired by Uzbekistan’s Energy Minister Jurabek Mirzamakhmudov and Wang Hongzhi, head of China’s National Energy Administration. The sides discussed the development of joint projects in the oil and gas sector, electric power, and renewable energy.
Special attention was given to the development of hydrocarbon fields, the construction of underground gas storage facilities, the modernization of the main gas infrastructure, and solar and wind power projects using Chinese technologies.
As a result of the meeting, the sides agreed to continue exchanging experience in the digitalization of energy facilities, sectoral standardization, and modern approaches to infrastructure management.
Tashkent expands AI and digital industry projects with China
April 29
On April 29, representatives of the Embassy of Uzbekistan met China’s Vice Minister of Industry and Information Technology, Xiong Jijun.
During the meeting, the sides agreed to deepen cooperation in the digital economy, information technologies, and artificial intelligence. The Uzbek delegation presented Uzbekistan’s industrial development priorities and the reforms underway under the Digital Uzbekistan 2030 strategy.
The sides discussed the implementation of joint projects, the development of technological platforms, the introduction of new technologies in industry, and the exchange of specialists. Attention was also given to cooperation in education and professional retraining.
Deputy agriculture ministers of Uzbekistan and China meet in Beijing
April 29
Uzbekistan and China discussed deepening cooperation in agriculture. On April 29, the 6th meeting of the Uzbekistan-China Agricultural Subcommittee was held in Beijing.
The Uzbek delegation was led by Deputy Minister of Agriculture Alisher Shukurov, while the Chinese side was represented by Zhang Zhili, Vice Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs.
During the meeting, the sides discussed the development of seed production, the introduction of high-yield and climate-resilient crops, breeding and genetic research, veterinary cooperation, soil fertility protection, and efficient water resource management.
Attention was also given to the introduction of innovative technologies, resource-saving methods, and digital monitoring systems in the agricultural sector. As a result of the meeting, the sides agreed to prepare a roadmap for the practical implementation of cooperation.
Ilzat Kasimov discusses investment projects with Jiangsu vice governor
May 1
On May 1, a delegation led by Ilzat Kasimov, Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry and Trade of Uzbekistan, met Jiangsu Province Vice Governor Zhao Yan in Nanjing.
The sides discussed strengthening investment ties between regions, industrial cooperation, the development of high-tech production, and support for new joint investment projects.
The meeting also focused on the participation of a Jiangsu Province delegation in the third Uzbek-Chinese Interregional Forum, which will be held on May 20-22 in Xi’an, China.
