Kyrgyzstan: Jerooy opening marks Russia’s return to big investments Putin has thrown his weight behind the mine. Will he regret it? Chris Rickleton Mar 19, 2021
Germany’s new gastarbeiters: Georgians A new program will formalize temporary farm employment for Georgians in Germany, as low pay and unemployment continues to drive Georgians abroad. Giorgi Lomsadze Mar 19, 2021
Analysis | Caucasus bond review Capital markets take war, the pandemic and political unrest in stride. The second in a two-part series. Maximilian Hess Mar 17, 2021
Russia to send Tajikistan-born singer to Eurovision Manizha Sangin emigrated to Russia with her family at age three, during the Tajik civil war. Mar 9, 2021
Kyrgyzstan: Ballet troupe walkout shines light on culture underspending Protesting artists chose the visit of their better-paid Russian colleagues to make their point. Chris Rickleton Mar 9, 2021
Pro-Azerbaijan American urges Armenia to close nuclear plant Another prestigious Western journal publishes the author without declaring her conflicts of interest. Mar 9, 2021
Not all roads lead to Georgia Last year’s war between Armenia and Azerbaijan could shake up trans-Caucasus trade, which has been dominated by Georgia for decades. Giorgi Lomsadze Mar 8, 2021
Kyrgyzstan: What did Japarov get in Russia? A lot of goodwill, but not much else for the time being. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Mar 1, 2021
Georgia’s restaurants fight back against the lockdown The industry has been crippled. And with meager government aid, some have threatened civil disobedience. Giorgi Lomsadze Feb 24, 2021
Event | An update on Armenia’s anti-corruption initiative Widespread corruption over the past two decades arguably contributed to Armenia’s defeat in its recent war with Azerbaijan. Feb 18, 2021
Russia using crisis in Tajikistan to advance EAEU agenda? Dushanbe is desperate to resume flights to Russian cities. Feb 12, 2021
Armenia considers prospect of open borders with Turkey For decades, Yerevan has wanted Turkey to end its blockade. Now it seems Ankara may be willing, but the mood in Yerevan has shifted. Ani Mejlumyan Feb 11, 2021
Weak Russian economy fuels Navalny-inspired movement Bread-and-butter issues, more than allegiance to an opposition leader, are tying protesters together. Feb 10, 2021
Despite drop, China maintains edge as Uzbekistan’s top trade partner Russia remains a close second, though. Jan 27, 2021
Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan agreement advances Caspian gas cooperation While the hydrocarbon field that Baku and Ashgabat will jointly develop isn’t itself a gamechanger, it could finally open up Turkmenistan’s massive gas reserves for European markets. David O'Byrne Jan 22, 2021