Uzbekistan blocks cryptocurrency exchanges The government says the sites need to store Uzbek user data within reach. Joanna Lillis Aug 12, 2022
Sugar becomes currency for bribery as shortages plague Kazakhstan The shortages have been fueled by a Russian export ban. Joanna Lillis Aug 11, 2022
Perspectives | Beijing and Moscow clash over Kazakhstan’s oil China wants Russia to stop interfering with Kazakh oil exports. Joe Webster, Paddy Ryan Aug 11, 2022
Kyrgyzstan’s elusive smuggler tunnels to Uzbekistan Several of the tunnels start near a vast bazaar in southern Kyrgyzstan. Bakyt Ibraimov Aug 10, 2022
Uzbekistan confirms plan to sign deal on new railroad from China Tashkent sees the link as part of a transcontinental route bypassing Russia. Joanna Lillis Aug 3, 2022
Afghanistan pays electricity debts to Uzbekistan but still owes Tajikistan Both have long-duration electricity supply agreements signed before the Taliban returned to power. Joanna Lillis Aug 2, 2022
Chinese FM offers reassurance on whirlwind tour of Central Asia Central Asia sees its economic future in China, not Russia. Aug 1, 2022
Kyrgyzstan: Where have all the dollars gone? The cause of the problem may lie in Russians hoovering up all the available greenbacks. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Jul 28, 2022
Perspectives | The limits of reform in Uzbekistan Corruption by judges handling urban development conflicts highlights Tashkent’s inability to reform by fiat. Margaret Hanson Jul 27, 2022
Kazakhstan expects grain bounty, but farmers still feel at risk Kazakhstan says it expects to produce up to 13.5 million tons of wheat this year. Almaz Kumenov Jul 27, 2022
Uzbekistan urges neighboring Afghanistan to cut ties to terror Since the Taliban seized power last summer, Uzbekistan has favored engagement over isolation. Joanna Lillis Jul 26, 2022
Uzbekistan: Electricity grid strained by heat Demand has surged as the population turns to air conditioners and refrigeration equipment to keep cool. Jul 26, 2022
Uzbekistan: Karimova wins asset seizure reprieve in Switzerland The ruling may give Karimova access to $303 million in frozen funds. Jul 25, 2022
Central Asian alliance drifts for now as leaders lack common vision The five presidents could not seal a friendship deal or agree on which challenges face their region. Peter Leonard Jul 22, 2022
Kyrgyzstan heatwave spells power problems for Central Asia Kyrgyzstan’s main hydropower reservoir is being depleted rather than filled for the winter ahead. Joanna Lillis Jul 20, 2022