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An update on recent developments in Chinese-Central Asian affairs.

Local media and the diplomatic community took little to no interest in the case.

Cynicism abounds in this edition, from elections to visits by EU dignitaries, but then there's some upbeat talk on trains.

Supporters of the most high-profile defendant, Dauletmurat Tazhimuratov, say the appeal was rushed and marred by violations.

Hundreds of thousands of Russians have opened Kazakh bank accounts to get around Western sanctions.

An update on recent developments in Chinese-Central Asian affairs.

Nationalist calls for migrants in Russia to "pay their dues" are starting to be heard against a mounting backdrop of xenophobic sentiment.

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.

The terminal may reportedly be completed in the coming five years.

The route has gained new importance as Russia seeks to replace its former trade routes that have been cut off by Western sanctions.

An update on recent developments in China-Central Asian affairs.

Tbilisi seems to be facilitating Armenia-Russia maritime links, but has no intention, for now, of reviving the railway connection through breakaway Abkhazia.

Some analysts see the continued crackdown as a sign of President Tokayev's lack of confidence in his public standing.

Russia's charm offensive has undeniable benefits for some Georgians, even those who see through the geopolitical gambit.

One of the most grave allegations surrounding Dayrabayev is that his sons kept a man captive for three years.