Kazakhstan squeezes China critics as Xinjiang anxieties spread Kazakh activists are outraged at how their government kowtows to Beijing. Chris Rickleton Aug 10, 2020
Here’s looking at EAEU #3: Whining and dining There is no setback in the EAEU, it would appear, that cannot be fixed with a roadmap. Here’s looking at EAEU Aug 6, 2020
China business briefing: Unclear borders, uneasy neighbors Our monthly briefing on China in Central Asia. Niva Yau Aug 3, 2020
Kazahkstan: Coronavirus alarm forcing quick fixes for China trade The Nur Zholy crossing has seen lines up to 50 kilometers long. Jul 23, 2020
Perspectives | Time to rethink supply chains; the Eastern Partnership zone is an option Realignment would put the EU on sounder economic footing, and reduce the possibility of Chinese economic bullying down the road. Anatoly Motkin, Debra Cagan Jul 10, 2020
Chinese business briefing: Getting back on track Beijing wants its neighbors to believe it is not abandoning them. Niva Yau Jul 6, 2020
Perspectives | Why Moscow is embracing decentralized tech The government’s lack of capacity helps explain the about-face. Miranda Lupion Jul 2, 2020
Georgia’s tourism reopening to be selective Georgia is getting ready to host tourists, but would-be backpackers should not get their hopes up. Giorgi Lomsadze Jun 10, 2020
Emerging from lockdown: Time for Georgian food? Georgia is cautiously returning to normal life, but wondering if opening up will threaten its hard-won success in stemming the spread of coronavirus. Giorgi Lomsadze Jun 8, 2020
Chinese business briefing: Working overtime Many Chinese workers have been stuck in Central Asia during the coronavirus lockdown, forced to work overtime to meet production quotas. Niva Yau Jun 4, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: President pleads for sovereign debt restructuring Debt has risen to $4.6 billion this year. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva May 29, 2020
Georgia hopes to sell its pandemic response to tourists The nation is working on a coronavirus-conscious tourism plan. Giorgi Lomsadze May 21, 2020
Chinese business briefing: Aid and trade China has a lot to brag about. And a few things to hide. This and more in our monthly report on Chinese business in Central Asia. Niva Yau May 4, 2020
Georgians literally laundering their cash during coronavirus One Georgian bazaar has avoided the government’s order to close by adopting a novel way to clean its money. Giorgi Lomsadze Apr 10, 2020
Winter comes for Georgian hospitality The coronavirus pandemic has paralyzed Georgia’s booming tourism and hospitality industry. Giorgi Lomsadze Apr 8, 2020