Turkmenistan: A shining city in a book of records Russia is proposing a major reconfiguration of the Central Asian gas market. Our weekly Turkmenistan briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Dec 6, 2022
Turkmenistan: Seoul man The ruling tandem is evidently frustrated it cannot will a functioning economy into existence by diktat. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Nov 29, 2022
Turkmenistan: Family drama Turkmenistan is risking a reputation as a sanctions-buster. Our weekly briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Nov 22, 2022
Turkmenistan: Piping up Turkmenistan has traditionally fostered its closest security relationship with Russia. But it has found room to develop military ties with the U.S. and China. Our weekly briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Sep 27, 2022
Cargo leaves China for Afghanistan on new route via Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan The multimodal network will shave weeks off a typical journey. Joanna Lillis Sep 21, 2022
ISKP’s China threats surge, become more nuanced Islamic State in Afghanistan is increasing its focus on China. Lucas Webber Sep 12, 2022
Turkmenistan: The price isn’t right Food subsidies to end, Russia seeks closer ties, and energy news. This and more in our weekly Turkmenistan briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin Aug 30, 2022
In Tajikistan, Afghan refugees fear they’re trapped in a dead end For some Afghans trying to make a new life abroad, Tajikistan feels like a step backwards. Thijs Broekkamp Aug 19, 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
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
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
Tajik Islamic State network fundraises in Russia Supporters are growing an online network in the Tajik language. Many of the donors appear to be in Russia. Lucas Webber, Laith Alkhouri Jun 13, 2022
Turkmenistan: Where the streets have neigh name Out-of-touch elites, poor planning, and some signs of progress in regional trade. Our weekly Turkmenistan briefing. Akhal-Teke: A Turkmenistan Bulletin May 31, 2022
Afghanistan in hock to Uzbekistan and Tajikistan for electricity An Afghan official blames the Ukraine war for choking the banking system in Central Asia, but the fact remains the Taliban regime is broke. Joanna Lillis May 19, 2022