Armenia to set up ferry between Georgia and Russia Armenian exports to Russia are up nearly 50 percent in the first half of the year, and land transport routes via Georgia are overloaded. Nini Gabritchidze, Ani Mejlumyan Aug 16, 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
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
Turkmenistan: It’s good to talk Ashgabat wants Afghanistan to become part of the global economy. It’s not so keen to bankroll integration, however. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Aug 2, 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
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
Turkmenistan: Just passing through Turkmenistan is difficult to access, but it is a strategic location. In this week’s briefing we examine the assorted flavors of “north-south” corridor, trade with neighbors, and much more. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Jul 19, 2022
Facing down threats, Kyrgyz YouTube show fights for food safety When Kyrgyz laws don’t protect consumer, there is always the court of public opinion. Aigerim Turgunbaeva Jul 13, 2022
Washington flags Central Asian states over potential sanctions-dodging The U.S. is pressing companies to show vigilance over export control evasion attempts. Joanna Lillis Jul 12, 2022
Russia reverses course on oil pipeline needed by Kazakhstan A court ruled that the CPC could continue operating and pay a $3,250 fine. Jul 11, 2022
Kazakhstan president seeks to diversify oil export routes away from Russia A Russia court this week ruled that a pipeline Kazakhstan uses to export most of its oil should be suspended for one month. Jul 7, 2022
Russia blocks Kazakhstan’s main outlet for oil exports Some analysts believe this is payback for Nur-Sultan offering Europe help stabilizing the global energy market. Almaz Kumenov Jul 6, 2022
Islamic State threatens Central Asian and Chinese ventures in Afghanistan The terror group behind growing carnage in the wretched country says anyone working with the Taliban is a target. Lucas Webber Jul 6, 2022