Uzbekistan, Ukraine exchange import-ban threats amid trade row Kiev says Tashkent is unfairly subsidizing its carmakers, thereby undermining Ukrainian manufacturers. Nov 4, 2018
Report: Tajikistan mounts air assault on Afghan territory following border skirmish Strike confirms willingness to engage in cross-border operations to secure southern front. Aug 27, 2018
Tajikistan struck by mortar fire, possibly from Afghanistan Local police say at least two people were killed. Aug 26, 2018
Turkish lira casts pall over Caucasus and Central Asia In the Caucasus and Central Asia, the lira’s rot could spread Maximilian Hess Aug 21, 2018
Taliban holds talks in Uzbekistan Discussions reportedly focused on railroads and power lines. Aug 13, 2018
Istanbul's storied 'suitcase trade' with ex-USSR remains resilient despite downturn The trade is one of the strongest links between Istanbul and the former Soviet world. Paul Benjamin Osterlund, Photos by Hilaneh Mahmoudi Aug 9, 2018
Russia extends blockade on Ukraine goods headed to Central Asia The restrictions have been in place since 2016 and were in response to Kiev's trade dealings with the EU. Jul 2, 2018
With new railway, Turkey seeks to isolate Armenia and integrate Azerbaijan Kars sees itself as the hub for one of the region’s most ambitious infrastructure projects Bradley Jardine Jun 29, 2018
Uzbekistan: Turkish president’s visit generates billions in deals Companies sealed $3 billion worth of investment contracts. May 1, 2018
Report: China Building Military Base on Afghan-Tajik Border The two sides announced their intention to “deepen pragmatic cooperation in various fields including anti-terrorism operations, and push forward the state and military relations between the two countries.” Joshua Kucera Jan 8, 2018