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Cynicism abounds in this edition, from elections to visits by EU dignitaries, but then there's some upbeat talk on trains.
Despite popular outrage, eased travel with Russia is a boon for some Georgians
Giorgi Lomsadze
May 24, 2023
Russia's charm offensive has undeniable benefits for some Georgians, even those who see through the geopolitical gambit.
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View MoreCentral Asia: SCO summit going virtual; is Putin afraid of arrest if he leaves Russia?
China-Central Asia Bulletin
Jun 7, 2023
An update on recent developments in Chinese-Central Asian affairs.
Azerbaijani student charged with espionage in Iran
Heydar Isayev
Jun 7, 2023
The Azerbaijani government has once again urged its citizens not to travel to Iran and is trying to secure contact with the student.
Kyrgyzstan: Security services arrest alleged coup plotters from obscure party
Jun 6, 2023
President Japarov appears most nervous of alleged plots that mirror how he himself came to power.
Uzbekistan: Leading Karakalpak activist loses appeal
Jun 6, 2023
Local media and the diplomatic community took little to no interest in the case.
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Pashinyan broaches possibility of returning key exclave to Azerbaijan
Joshua Kucera
Jun 7, 2023
The question of the exclaves is one of the thorniest facing Armenia and Azerbaijan as they work to delineate their border.
