The Central Asian Economics Conference 2025, hosted by Nazarbayev University, is designed to bring together economists connected to the Central Asian region-whether by origin, academic interest, or professional ties.

This event marks the first step toward establishing the Central Asian Economics Association (CAEA), a platform dedicated to promoting, coordinating, and supporting economic research on the region. The Association will foster collaboration among scholars, encourage knowledge exchange, and support the development of academic initiatives focused on Central Asia, including regional conferences, a job market, and new opportunities for PhD students.

The conference will take place from the afternoon of August 29 through the morning of August 31, and will feature research presentations, networking opportunities, and planning discussions for the formal launch of the Association.