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How three years of the Russia-Ukraine war have shaped Central Asia’s politics and economy
- Politics
- 2 years ago
City fever. Why Central Asia is racing to build new cities from scratch
In recent years, several Central Asian countries have unveiled ambitious plans to develop eco-friendly cities...
- Central Asia
- 2 years ago
30 Years of neutrality. Where Turkmenistan’s foreign policy stands on its milestone anniversary
“Neutrality” is the key term Turkmen authorities use to define their foreign policy. Even the...
- Tajikistan
- 2 years ago
Incomplete trade expansion:. Why Central Asian countries must diversify and what stands in their way
In recent years, the foreign trade of Central Asian countries has shown consistent growth, with...
- Economy
- 2 years ago
«If people cannot speak or write about what they consider important, the entire country suffers». The Swiss Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Konstantin Obolensky
Swiss businesses are showing increased interest in investing in Uzbekistan, and trade turnover between the...
- 2 years ago
Stewards of God: How the Taliban govern Afghanistan
When the radical Taliban movement took control of Afghanistan in 2021, many anticipated its inability...
- Afghanistan
- 2 years ago
Language barrier:. Russia’s strict new law targeting migrant children in education system
The Russian State Duma has swiftly passed a bill that bans the enrollment of migrant...
- Politics
- 2 years ago
Iran sets its sights on Central Asia. There is interest, but circumstances get in the way
Central Asia, unlike the Middle East, Russia, or China, has not traditionally been a priority...
- Politics
- 2 years ago
A stone desert or a gateway to the future. What the Wakhan Corridor can offer and why It remains closed
For over three years since the Taliban took over Afghanistan, Beijing has emerged as one...
- Economics
- 2 years ago
Through us—even a torrent. How Central Asia became a nearly sanctions-free zone.
Geopolitical tensions between major and medium-sized powers pose growing risks for various regions around the...
- Economy
- 2 years ago
