Iran is set to inaugurate two major railway lines, including the Ardabil-Miyaneh route, which will initially handle around 3 million tons of cargo and 600,000 passengers.
Azerbaijan's banking sector saw notable profit growth in Q1 2026, with leading banks showing strong performance, while one institution reported a loss.
Azerbaijan's sea cargo exports saw growth in the first quarter of 2026. The total export volume and value both increased compared to the same period last year. However, overall sea cargo transport, including imports, experienced significant declines.
Uzbekistan is expected to remain resilient under a potential decline in global gold prices, supported by its ability to adjust export volumes and sustain export revenues, according to ING analysts.
Georgia experienced a mixed performance in its agricultural sector in 2025, with significant growth in barley and vegetable production despite declines in wheat and maize.
The statistics indicate a stable inflationary environment in the Chinese economy, with moderate year-on-year growth balanced by a seasonal month-on-month retraction following the high-activity period at the start of the year.