On October 27–28, 2026, the first Central Asia–European Union Think Tank Forum was held in Brussels. The event brought together research organisations from both regions, including the Institute for Strategic and Regional Studies under the President of Uzbekistan.
Participants discussed regional security, trade and economic relations, transport connectivity, energy and investment. Particular attention was given to the development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route and cooperation in the field of critical minerals.
The forum provided a platform for exchanging expert perspectives and developing recommendations to further strengthen cooperation between Central Asia and the EU. The news about the event was published on October 30, 2026.
