Central Asia: SCO summit going virtual; is Putin afraid of arrest if he leaves Russia? An update on recent developments in Chinese-Central Asian affairs. China-Central Asia Bulletin Jun 7, 2023
Uzbekistan: Leading Karakalpak activist loses appeal Local media and the diplomatic community took little to no interest in the case. Jun 6, 2023
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
Uzbekistan: Appeal case of Karakalpakstan protesters nears verdict Supporters of the most high-profile defendant, Dauletmurat Tazhimuratov, say the appeal was rushed and marred by violations. Jun 4, 2023
Kazakhstan: Banks flummoxed by Russian money whack-a-mole Hundreds of thousands of Russians have opened Kazakh bank accounts to get around Western sanctions. Jun 2, 2023
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
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
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
Kazakhstan eyeing Baku grain entrepôt for Europe exports The terminal may reportedly be completed in the coming five years. Almaz Kumenov May 27, 2023
Russia and Iran agree on new rail corridor via Azerbaijan The route has gained new importance as Russia seeks to replace its former trade routes that have been cut off by Western sanctions. Joshua Kucera May 26, 2023
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
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
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
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
China-Central Asia summit: lots of rhetoric, little substance Xi offers a helping hand in developing Central Asian political parties. May 19, 2023