China Conference: Central Asia 2026

Central Asia is no longer a place the world just passes through on the way to somewhere else – it has become a destination in its own right. The signs are everywhere: a new China-Central Asia friendship treaty has been signed in Astana, the first company to list its shares in both Hong Kong and Astana has gone public, Chinese-led teams have been picked to build many of Kazakhstan's planned nuclear power plants, and the region's most powerful supercomputer has been switched on – with Chinese cloud companies already expanding their presence there. And, for the first time, trade between China and the five Central Asian countries has topped US$100 billion, making China the region's biggest trading partner.

Against this backdrop, and hosted for the first time directly in the region, the South China Morning Post's inaugural China Conference: Central Asia 2026 will bring together senior policymakers, executives and innovators to examine the forces reshaping the China-Central Asia corridor – from cross-border capital and intelligent mining to fintech, infrastructure and the digital silk road.

UNDERSTAND 

Uncover the complexities and opportunities shaping China's rise through in-depth panel discussions and closed-door sessions. Also to gain valuable insights from industry experts and rising stars in China's diverse economic landscape

CONNECT

Join the premier China-focused business event fostering in-person interactions and insightful discussions. To engage directly with Chinese leaders from public and private sectors as China navigates its unique path in a post-COVID world

NETWORK 

Network face-to-face with key players and build meaningful connections that fuel future business endeavors. Also, position your senior leadership in front of global newsmakers and China’s movers-and-shakers. 

Move beyond common narratives and dive deep into the intricacies shaping China's future. China Conference convenes renowned experts and real insiders to unlock the doors to China’s macro trends and latest opportunities. Join our community of China insiders for genuine insights and practical knowledge that will equip you to navigate the complexities of a rapidly evolving China and its impact on the world.

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