Central Asia: Quiet flows the natural gas from Eurasia to China An update on recent developments in Chinese-Russian-Central Asian affairs. China-Central Asia Monitor Aug 24, 2023
Kyrgyzstan: President pushes back on US accusations of sanctions-busting behavior Amid denials there is a hint of Kyrgyz willingness to step up export controls. Justin Burke Aug 16, 2023
Perspectives: “We have common traumas, but no common memory” Decolonization activism is on the rise in what Russia considers its traditional backyard Barbara von Ow-Freytag Aug 16, 2023
Turkmenistan signals major change in energy-export stance Ashgabat’s shifting position opens the way for expansion of natural gas supplies to Europe. David O'Byrne Aug 15, 2023
Central Asia: Low water levels on Irtysh River create quandary for Kazakhstan An update on recent developments in Chinese-Russian-Central Asian affairs. China-Central Asia Monitor Aug 11, 2023
Kyrgyzstan: Authorities impose plastic bag ban The local prohibition should go nationwide from 2027. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Aug 11, 2023
Tajikistan: President’s grandson is Instagram king. But is that all? Mahmadzoir will theoretically be eligible to run for president in 2027. Aug 11, 2023
Tajikistan: University of Central Asia latest target in Aga Khan sweep It is whispered that authorities sense that the spiritual leader's standing among Pamiris is perceived as a snub of the president. Aug 10, 2023
Uzbekistan: Three police officers sentenced over Karakalpakstan abuses It is not known if more police officers are being prosecuted for misconduct during the July 2022 unrest. Aug 8, 2023
Kyrgyzstan: 60 mosques, madrasas shuttered in Osh region Security services cited extremist concerns and building code violations as grounds for the closures. Aug 8, 2023
Turkmenistan: Party of three Afghanistan's canal project is deepening anxieties on water security. This and more in this week's Akhal-Teke Bulletin. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Aug 8, 2023
Russia: Debts causing rise in illegal migration among Central Asians Microfinance institutions are making matters worse by offering people in debt even more onerous loans. Aug 5, 2023
Kazakhstan signs $200 million in contracts with Afghanistan Astana argues that dealing with the Taliban will be an investment in stability and sustainable development. Almaz Kumenov Aug 5, 2023
Central Asia: China strives to shape Belt and Road-related media coverage An update on recent developments in Chinese-Russian-Central Asian affairs. China-Central Asia Monitor Aug 4, 2023
Kazakhstan’s tech success shows way out of raw resources addiction Astana Hub estimates that by the end of this year, about 40 percent of the revenue will come from foreign sales. Almaz Kumenov Aug 2, 2023
Turkmenistan: Net loss Internet blockages not about censorship but money, regional trade dialogue, and more in this week's Akhal-Teke Bulletin. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Aug 1, 2023
Report: Women from Tajikistan duped into building Russian drones Tajiks are favored for their ability to help translate communication with Iranian engineers. Jul 31, 2023
Kyrgyzstan: Sensational kidnapping claim turns into same-old corruption story Kutmanova says that she was sidelined because she objected to a contentious mining project. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Jul 27, 2023
China exploring biotech, scientific and manufacturing possibilities in Central Asia Our weekly update on recent developments in Chinese-Russian-Central Asian affairs. China-Central Asia Monitor Jul 27, 2023
Central Asia: Trade with China registers strong growth during first half of 2023 Uzbek figures differ significantly from Beijing’s data. Justin Burke Jul 26, 2023
Turkmenistan: Watched over by CCTVs of loving grace Europe's elusive pipeline, Gulf investment, Korean lobbying and a new ghost town. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Jul 25, 2023
EurasiaChat: Sanctions bind, tourism tensions, and naming struggles Kyrgyz officials complain that they are unable to quickly pivot away from reliance on economic ties with Russia, no matter what Western governments demand. Alisher Khamidov, Aigerim Toleukhanova Jul 24, 2023
China looks to expand soft-power presence in Central Asia Our weekly update on recent developments in Chinese-Russian-Central Asian affairs. China-Central Asia Monitor Jul 21, 2023
Tajikistan: Enlistment-dodging pushes recruiters to use ever-more devious methods Kidnapping, intimidation, and blackmail are just some of the means used to hit enlistment quotas. Jul 21, 2023
Kyrgyzstan: President’s patriarchal turn threatens constitution, warn critics Japarov's legal tinkering looks to many like an expedient to bolster his grip on power. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Jul 19, 2023