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Armenian exports to Russia are up nearly 50 percent in the first half of the year, and land transport routes via Georgia are overloaded.

The shortages have been fueled by a Russian export ban.

China wants Russia to stop interfering with Kazakh oil exports.

Both have long-duration electricity supply agreements signed before the Taliban returned to power.

Ashgabat wants Afghanistan to become part of the global economy. It’s not so keen to bankroll integration, however.

The cause of the problem may lie in Russians hoovering up all the available greenbacks.

Kazakhstan says it expects to produce up to 13.5 million tons of wheat this year.

Since the Taliban seized power last summer, Uzbekistan has favored engagement over isolation.

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.

When Kyrgyz laws don’t protect consumer, there is always the court of public opinion.

The U.S. is pressing companies to show vigilance over export control evasion attempts.

A court ruled that the CPC could continue operating and pay a $3,250 fine.

A Russia court this week ruled that a pipeline Kazakhstan uses to export most of its oil should be suspended for one month.

Some analysts believe this is payback for Nur-Sultan offering Europe help stabilizing the global energy market.

The terror group behind growing carnage in the wretched country says anyone working with the Taliban is a target.