EU announces new era in relations with Central Asia
On April 1-2, 2025, the first European Union-Central Asia Summit convened in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, marking a significant milestone in the relations of the EU and the region. "This is truly the start of a new era in our ancient friendship," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized after introducing a €12 billion package designed to bolster cooperation in critical areas.