COP29: Central Asian states losing arable land Almost one-third of Tajikistan’s farmland in “critical” condition. Nov 25, 2024
Central Asian states make progress in addressing hunger Tajikistan remains a country of concern. Oct 21, 2024
Tajikistan: Government report highlights the problems of poverty and unemployment Most families need to spend more than they earn to afford basics. Oct 11, 2024
UN rights council takes Tajikistan to task Dushanbe has done nothing to promote healing of wounds left by civil war. Sep 25, 2024
Perspectives: ISKP intensifying online propaganda targeting Russia and Central Asia Terrorist group widening inroads among Caucasus extremists. Lucas Webber, Louise Meloy Sep 20, 2024
Central Asian leaders seek German expertise to build manufacturing base German chancellor’s Central Asian tour lays groundwork for win-win deals that can nudge region in Westward direction. Sep 17, 2024
Tajikistan: Rights group documents persistent abuses in mountainous autonomous region Eyewitness accounts lend credence to allegations of extrajudicial killings. Sep 12, 2024
Kazakhstan: Turkic unity and Kazakh culture on display at Nomad Games Events enable Central Asians to reconnect with their roots. Joanna Lillis Sep 12, 2024
Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan caution citizens to steer clear of Russia Advisories issued in response to tightening of migration rules by Moscow. Sep 11, 2024
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
