Russia doesn’t like growing US economic role in Central Asia, but seems powerless to stop it What does Nicaragua have to do with anything? Sep 6, 2024
No rest for the elite: Central Asian leaders stay busy in August fostering trade Lots of positive words, and even a little action. Aug 30, 2024
A small tax on the super-rich could raise big revenue in the Caucasus, Central Asia – report A good idea with little chance of adoption over the medium-term. Aug 26, 2024
Central Asian leaders sound optimistic note on expanding regional trade at Astana meeting Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan taking lead in push to break down trade barriers. Aug 9, 2024
Tajikistan: Trade turnover increases, featuring a yawning deficit Precious metals and minerals are main export items. Aug 7, 2024
Perspectives: Understanding how patronage networks function in Central Asia Non-state patronage systems continue to fill services gaps, helping to contain discontent. Morgan Y. Liu Jul 26, 2024
Tajikistan: World Bank report voices concern about influence of state-connected companies on economy Many state-connected companies are losing money, hindering market development. Jul 24, 2024
Kazakhstan: SCO summit doesn’t put much meat on organization’s bones Summit’s most significant accomplishment is admitting Belarus as full member. Almaz Kumenov Jul 5, 2024
Perspectives: ISKP posing rising threat to Central Asia Outreach campaign shifts into top gear. Lucas Webber Jun 25, 2024
Eurasian citizens striving to obtain asylum in the United States reportedly face expedited removal Would-be asylum seekers from Georgia, Moldova, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan are supposedly targeted. Jun 11, 2024
Tajik authorities keep fiddling as economy smolders Economic expert says quick action to develop green economy is needed. Jun 10, 2024
China to help Central Asian states mitigate impact of floods, earthquakes and other hazards Regional states join forces to contain Mother Nature. China-Central Asia Monitor Jun 10, 2024
Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan taking action to curb sorcery and charlatanism Fortune-telling now a criminal act in Dushanbe. May 23, 2024
Tajikistan: Officials sign deal to modernize TALCO, the country’s largest industrial enterprise Details are lacking on work timeline and investment. China-Central Asia Monitor May 20, 2024
Kazakhstan cracking down on illegal migration in aftermath of Moscow terror attack Tajik nationals bear brunt of security sweeps. Almaz Kumenov May 9, 2024
Relokanty: Is Russia’s loss Central Asia’s gain? Maximizing the benefits of Russia’s surprising exodus. Marsha McGraw Olive May 3, 2024
Central Asian states easing trade barriers Agreements mark baby steps toward formation of a free-trade zone. Apr 25, 2024
Growth rates set to slow in Caucasus and Central Asia – World Bank Regional economies experiencing “multiple headwinds.” Brawley Benson Apr 22, 2024
Tajikistan striving to convince the world that it can contain terrorism Dushanbe’s strategy ignores underlying sources of radicalization. Apr 18, 2024
Central Asia is a bastion of “consolidated” authoritarianism – report Warfare is catalyzing an expansion of authoritarian practices. Apr 15, 2024
Central Asian states have a coal dependency problem – report Coal addiction in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan fuels regional global warming conundrum. Apr 12, 2024
Anti-migration wave hits Central Asian guest workers following Moscow terrorism attack A partner post from Mediazona. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva, Vladislav Sorvyonkov Apr 11, 2024
Perspectives: Officials in Turkmenistan make questionable choices when moral policing Virginity tests administered without consent. Karlygash Kabatova Apr 5, 2024
Unexplained spill fuels concern about Afghan canal project Is Uzbekistan engaging in quiet water diplomacy? Apr 2, 2024