The London-born curator, who has previously organised shows at events such as the Venice Biennale, has been appointed as the artistic director and chief curator of the museum in Uzbekistan’s capital

Launching in September 2025, the first edition will feature international artists Antony Gormley and Slavs and Tatars as well as local participants

The former Soviet state, set to open the largest exhibition space in Central Asia, is also strengthening its international presence

Former Roerich Museum director Tigran Mkrtychev wins international competition to head up the famed Russian avant-garde collection long embroiled in controversy

Museum seeks fourth director in as many years amid claims its renowned avant-garde collection is being “mistreated”

Moscow's Garage Museum of Contemporary Art is offering curatorial expertise as part of growing network of partnerships with post-Soviet countries