Kyrgyzstan: Uzbek-language electioneering fuels tensions Ethnic intolerance has surfaced in an increasingly vicious political battle. Bakyt Ibraimov Nov 22, 2021
China-Kazakhstan venture to begin nuclear fuel production Kazakhstan is moving through the production cycle, powered by Chinese demand. Daniyar Moldabekov Nov 18, 2021
Uzbekistan: Afghans fleeing Taliban get cold shoulder from Tashkent Uzbekistan says it will not accept Afghan refugees. Nov 18, 2021
As Azerbaijan pushes advantage against Armenia, Russia’s role again under scrutiny The recent fighting is a challenge to Moscow’s role as a peacemaker. But Russia may not have many options. Joshua Kucera Nov 17, 2021
Uzbekistan’s president further sidelines old guard Rustam Inoyatov was once considered the kingmaker of Uzbek politics. Nov 16, 2021
Turkmenistan: Guess WHO’s coming to dinner The World Health Organization continues to indulge Turkmenistan’s lies about the coronavirus. Our weekly briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Nov 16, 2021
Kazakhstan’s soccer rout invites scrutiny: Where have all the billions gone? The devastating loss to France was not only “an embarrassment for the country,” but also a moment to reflect on lavish government spending. Almaz Kumenov Nov 15, 2021
Kazakh government roadblocking car protests Public anger is boiling over at fees that appear to benefit vested interests. Daniyar Moldabekov Nov 15, 2021
Kazakhstan: Inflation stays at five-year high for second month Food prices have risen 11.3 percent since the start of the year. Zholdas Orisbayev Nov 12, 2021
Uzbekistan state firm makes debt market debut Tashkent views bond issuance as a key test ahead of privatization. Nov 11, 2021
Uzbekistan: People no longer in the dark about power shortages Until now, officials had been silent about ongoing power cuts, even calling them a thing of the past. Nov 10, 2021
Kazakhstan: Owners of Russian cars protest steep registration fees The fees can cost more than the vehicle. Nov 10, 2021
Kyrgyzstan: President’s allies dominate parliamentary race The four parties friendliest to President Sadyr Japarov have spent more than all 17 other parties combined. Bermet Talant Nov 10, 2021
Tajikistan: Teachers leaving for Russia and not looking back Salaries were always horribly low but living costs have soared since the pandemic began. Nov 10, 2021
Turkmenistan: Last warning Despite price increases and concerns about food shortages, the president is demanding more food be shipped abroad. This and more in our weekly Turkmenistan briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Nov 9, 2021