In an insightful episode of BizTalk, former Kyrgyz PM Djoomart Otorbaev sat with CGTN's Guan Xin to discuss the rising impact of tariffs on trade and emerging shifts in the global economic landscape. In an era marked by uncertainties and protectionist trends, Otorbaev stressed that a renewed focus on economic integration across Asia is a critical pathway to unlocking growth potential.
Highlighting transformative projects, he cited the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project to illustrate how the Chinese mainland is supporting infrastructure that boosts both traditional trade and digital innovation. This mega project, coupled with advances in digital connectivity, is paving the way for enhanced regional collaboration, offering promising opportunities for young entrepreneurs, tech enthusiasts, and changemakers alike.
As experts in Central Asia navigate an increasingly complex economic environment, these integrated approaches are emerging as key to sustainable growth and resilience. For globally minded young citizens, these insights offer a clear roadmap to embrace a rapidly evolving trade landscape with creativity and strategic foresight.
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cgtn.com
