A competition for journalists exploring how economic integration works in practice and the opportunities it creates for people and businesses

We accept submissions in a wide range of formats, including in-depth analytical pieces, interactive infographics, documentary videos and podcast interviews. All entries should serve one purpose: to demonstrate the connections between national economies. The best authors will receive awards, professional recognition and the opportunity to present their stories to a highly engaged audience.

Economics is a complex subject that needs to be explained in a way that is accessible to everyone. Investment in national economies is even more challenging to communicate. Journalists are uniquely positioned to present even the most complex stories in a clear and engaging way. For us, this competition is a way to support creators who inspire others and demonstrate the real power of cooperation.

Nikolai Podguzov
Nikolai Podguzov
Chairman of the EDB Management Board

Our key objective is to act as an integrator of significant ideas and narratives across Eurasia. Journalists, TV presenters and bloggers are those who shape these ideas and narratives. We are looking for works that help build an information framework strengthening economic cooperation between countries.

Артур Борцов
Artur Bortsov
Managing Director – Head of Marketing and Communications

Terms and Conditions

Eligible Participants

  • Print and online media journalists
  • TV and radio journalists
  • Photographers and videographers
  • Podcasters and radio hosts
  • Young authors (special nomination)

Submissions

Text, video and audio materials.

How to Participate

Complete and submit the application by 31 March 2026.

Nominations

Main Nominations

Thematic areas for main nominations

  • Eurasian Transport Network
  • Central Asian Water and Energy Complex
  • Eurasian Agricultural Goods Distribution System and Logistics
  • Islamic finance
Тематические направления

Texts

Analytical piece: 6,000–15,000 characters
Article: 3,000–6,000 characters
News item: up to 3,000 characters

Visual Content

Infographics and data visualisation
Photo story or photo project

Video Content

Video report or documentary: up to 15 minutes
TV feature: up to 5 minutes

Audio Content

Podcast or audio episode – interview or narrative,
10–45 minutes

Special Nominations**

* The jury will determine winners in the special nominations from among submissions to the main categories.

Special

Central Asia in Focus

Best piece on Central Asia

Special

Research in Action

Best material based on EDB research

Special

EDB’s Choice

Best publication selected by EDB employees

Stages

Stage 1

Call for applications

18 December 2025 – 31 March 2026

Stage 2

Review of applications
and evaluation of submissions

31 March – 30 April 2026

Stage 3

Announcement of results

By 30 May 2026

Award ceremony

June 2026

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