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"Blank piece of paper": A protest on June 3 against the arbitrary detentions of the previous night (Nini Gabritchidze)

Georgian government criticized over brazen crackdown on freedom of expression

The arrest of protesters for holding placards, including blank ones, struck many as eerily reminiscent of similar practices in Russia.
Nini Gabritchidze Jun 5, 2023
You're in the army now: Tajik soldiers on parade. (Photo: Tajik presidential press service)

EurasiaChat: Tajikistan's press-gang style

Cynicism abounds in this edition, from elections to visits by EU dignitaries, but then there's some upbeat talk on trains.
EurasiaChat, Peter Leonard, Alisher Khamidov, Aigerim Toleukhanova Jun 5, 2023
Zourabichvili's speech was met with a standing ovation by MEPs (President.ge)

Georgian president on lone EU crusade as frustration with Tbilisi's policies grows

The figurehead president warned that denying EU membership candidate status would embolden Russia and empower the already-ascendant forces of illiberalism in Georgia.
Nini Gabritchidze Jun 2, 2023
A presentation during a Kyrgyz delegation’s visit to China in May. (Photo: gov.kg)

Central Asia: China keeping rail deals on track

An update on recent developments in Chinese-Central Asian affairs.
China-Central Asia Bulletin Jun 1, 2023
Russia is exploring desperate ranks to replenish its armed forces. (Photo: State Duma website)

Tajikistan: Dual citizenship-holders fear Russian army call-up

Nationalist calls for migrants in Russia to "pay their dues" are starting to be heard against a mounting backdrop of xenophobic sentiment.
Jun 1, 2023
Opposition leader Adgur Ardzinba (R) railed against the "anti-national" de facto government (Facebook; Adgur Ardzinba)

Abkhazia faces protests as discontent mounts

The de facto authorities fortified government buildings in an apparent attempt to prevent a revolution like the ones that overthrew previous governments in 2020 and 2014.
May 31, 2023
A ceremony in honor of the heads of state participating in the China-Central Asia summit. (Photo: akorda.kz)

Central Asia: Summiteers seal many deals, reveal scant details

An update on recent developments in China-Central Asian affairs.
China-Central Asia Bulletin May 25, 2023
Russia had banned direct flights with Georgia since 2019 (Giorgi Lomsadze)

Despite popular outrage, eased travel with Russia is a boon for some Georgians

Russia's charm offensive has undeniable benefits for some Georgians, even those who see through the geopolitical gambit.
Giorgi Lomsadze May 24, 2023
Protests were held in Tbilisi against the resumption of flights with Russia on May 19 (Nini Gabritchidze)

Wedding visit by Lavrov's daughter riles Georgians

News of Yekaterina Vinokurova's arrival broke as the country was already experiencing turmoil over the re-establishment of direct flights with Russia.
Nini Gabritchidze May 22, 2023
Wowing the presidents in Xian: Chinese hosts pulled out the stops with their opening show for the inaugural Central Asia-China heads of state summit. (Photo: Kazakhstan presidential administration)

EurasiaChat: China, Islam... and love in Philadelphia

Also, the state of morality in Uzbekistan as the state seeks to curb excess piety and unlawful immorality.
EurasiaChat, Alisher Khamidov, Peter Leonard May 22, 2023
(Photo: Xinhua)

China-Central Asia summit: lots of rhetoric, little substance

Xi offers a helping hand in developing Central Asian political parties.
May 19, 2023
An exhibition celebrating 30 years of diplomatic ties between the U.S. and Georgia in 2022 (Facebook; National Archives of Georgia)

Georgia slams U.S. visa policies amid Russia flights controversy

Complaining about U.S. visa policies has become Tbilisi's latest line of rhetoric against its strategic partner.
Nini Gabritchidze May 19, 2023
CCTV+, controlled by the Chinese Communist Party and “committed to telling China’s story to the rest of the world,” is expanding its presence in Central Asia. (Screenshot)

Central Asia: Beijing making steady inroads in regional trade, mass media

An update on recent developments in Chinese-Central Asian affairs.
China-Central Asia Bulletin May 17, 2023
Russia suspended direct flights with Georgia in 2019 (Facebook; TAV Georgia)

Georgia: Uncertainty looms as first carriers authorized for Russia flights

The government says the country will not be accepting operators and aircraft that have come under Western sanctions.
Nini Gabritchidze May 16, 2023
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili speaks at Conservative Political Action Conference Hungary on May 4. The speech was soon followed by the Georgian Dream party’s exit from the PES. (Photo: garibashvili.ge)

Georgia: Ruling party thumbs nose at influential EU grouping

Georgian Dream derides “pseudo-liberals” as it withdraws from a European political alliance.
Nini Gabritchidze May 11, 2023

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