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
Armenia sending signals that it wants to back out of a nuclear-energy deal with Russia Yerevan pursuing US option for building new plant. Brawley Benson Sep 5, 2024
October referendum will decide future of nuclear energy in Kazakhstan President says nuclear power needed to meet growing electricity demand. Almaz Kumenov Sep 4, 2024
Armenia to Russia: Thanks, but no thanks on mediation offer Pashinyan intent on sealing peace deal directly with Azerbaijan. Ani Avetisyan Sep 3, 2024
Russia announces it is “clarifying” its nuclear doctrine Is nuclear saber-rattling a bargaining tactic, or indicator of new arms race? Ekaterina Venkina Aug 29, 2024
Russia-China gas deal appears to hit the skids China may turn to Turkmenistan for added supplies. China-Central Asia Monitor Aug 28, 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
Kazakhstan to Lukashenko: mind your own business Astana rejects Belarussian leader’s criticism over Russia-Ukraine war stance. Almaz Kumenov Aug 23, 2024
Putin eager to play peacemaker in the Caucasus Russian leader doesn’t like sitting on sidelines. Aug 20, 2024
Georgia, Kyrgyzstan face scrutiny over possible sanctions-busting No fire, but lots of smoke. Brawley Benson Aug 16, 2024
Armenia and Azerbaijan take new step towards finalizing peace deal Russia stands to lose some leverage in the South Caucasus. Aug 13, 2024
Russian border guards gone from Yerevan airport Meanwhile, Moscow disappears Armenian fruits and veggies from Russian store shelves. Ani Avetisyan Aug 8, 2024
Azerbaijan: State-controlled media predicts both Armenia and EU will get burned by warming bilateral ties An element of bitterness fuels media criticisms. Aug 7, 2024
Georgian economy ready to compete in the EU – report Tbilisi’s geopolitical pivot injects uncertainty into export growth prospects. Brawley Benson Aug 6, 2024
Former Karabakh leaders languish in Azerbaijani jails awaiting trial Son of one high-profile political detainee alleges mistreatment. Ani Avetisyan Aug 5, 2024
