Rubles in the Near Abroad: Testing a testy union Russia’s shipment of PPE to New York violated Moscow’s pledge to its closest allies. Maximilian Hess Apr 3, 2020
Kyrgyzstan reports first coronavirus-linked death He was a 61-year-old man with a history of illness. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Apr 3, 2020
Coronavirus, oil prices push Kazakhstan toward recession Economy forecast to shrink by 0.9 percent. Almaz Kumenov Apr 2, 2020
Chinese business briefing: Force majeure Trade has plummeted, Chinese goods are disappearing from markets, and exports of China’s favorite Central Asian commodity – natural gas – have nosedived. Niva Yau Apr 2, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Major flour producer halted by coronavirus lockdown Authorities deny the claim, saying the company didn't pick up permits. Ayzirek Imanaliyeva Apr 2, 2020
Kazakhstan: President unveils more coronavirus mitigation plans Tokayev pledges more help for health workers, the poor and businesses. Almaz Kumenov Apr 1, 2020
Kazakhstan introduces wheat, flour export quotas Producers complained they were being denied an opportunity to become competitive again. Almaz Kumenov Mar 30, 2020
Kazakhstan: New law on rallies passes first hurdle Activists say they are disappointed by the bill. Almaz Kumenov Mar 27, 2020
Central Asia’s moneybags pitch in to battle coronavirus Donors have not been shy about making their generosity known. Chris Rickleton Mar 27, 2020
Kazakhstan records first COVID-19 fatality in Central Asia The victim was a 64-year-old woman. Mar 26, 2020
Kazakhstan: Diary of a city in quarantine We’re not allowed in or out. Gossiping thrives in such times as these. Almaz Kumenov Mar 25, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Atambayev trial begins The first hearing was suspended after the former president reported feeling unwell. Mar 23, 2020
Kyrgyzstan: Anxiety creeping, but few can afford luxury of COVID-19 panic There are six confirmed cases to date. All returned from Mecca. Nurjamal Djanibekova Mar 20, 2020
Kazakhstan outlines plan to shelter economy from COVID-19 The anti-crisis menu includes tax breaks, fewer audits and cheaper credit. Almaz Kumenov Mar 18, 2020
Caucasus unrecognized states remain coronavirus-free The isolation of Abkhazia, South Ossetia, and Nagorno-Karabakh have served them well as the disease spreads all around them. Joshua Kucera Mar 17, 2020