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Anatomy of a Sausage Scandal in Kyrgyzstan

Anatomy of a Sausage Scandal in Kyrgyzstan

By Colleen Wood
Industrialized meat processing is inherently a messy business. In Kyrgyzstan, the politics of regulating the food supply and flows of trade can be just as messy. 
From State Repression to a Warzone: How Pamiris Ended up on the Frontline in Ukraine

From State Repression to a Warzone: How Pamiris Ended up on the Frontline in Ukraine

By Suzanne Levi-Sanchez and Solim Nazarov
The situation draws attention to the plight of vulnerable communities and the interconnectedness of geopolitical events.

Karakalpakstan’s Sovereignty in Mirziyoyev’s Uzbekistan

Karakalpakstan’s Sovereignty in Mirziyoyev’s Uzbekistan

By Catherine Putz
Karakalpakstan has a constitutional right to secede from Uzbekistan via referendum, but calling for such a vote results in immense pressure and often prison terms.

A New China-Central Asia ‘Blueprint’?

A New China-Central Asia ‘Blueprint’?

By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
What's driving China's outreach to Central Asia in 2023?

In Xi’an, China’s Xi Calls for a ‘Shared Future’ With Central Asia

In Xi’an, China’s Xi Calls for a ‘Shared Future’ With Central Asia

By Catherine Putz
The summit produced the clearest iteration of Chinese interests in and commitments to Central Asia to date, but there's no "new blueprint" for relations.
Lineup Set for Snap Uzbek Presidential Election

Lineup Set for Snap Uzbek Presidential Election

By Catherine Putz
Five parties have nominated four candidates, but only one has any chance at 'winning' Uzbekistan's July 9 snap presidential election.

Turkmen President Pays Visit to Tajikistan

Turkmen President Pays Visit to Tajikistan

By Catherine Putz
Although they don’t share a border, budding autocratic dynasties Turkmenistan and Tajikistan are close political neighbors.
Kazakhstan Moves to Curtail Parallel Trade to Russia

Kazakhstan Moves to Curtail Parallel Trade to Russia

By Catherine Putz
The cost of electronics and household appliances in Russia may increase by 10-12 percent due to new restrictions at the Kazakh border.

Central Asian Presidents Join Putin for May 9 Victory Day Parade

Central Asian Presidents Join Putin for May 9 Victory Day Parade

By Catherine Putz
It is difficult to disentangle the political choices made by Central Asian leaders to attend Moscow’s parade this year from the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Kazakhstan’s Ports: A Vital Node of the Middle Corridor

Kazakhstan’s Ports: A Vital Node of the Middle Corridor

By Wilder Alejandro Sánchez
While many issues are beyond Astana’s control, having modern and expanded ports will give the Middle Corridor a fighting chance at success.

Uzbekistan-Russia Energy Relations: A Tale of 2 Problems

Uzbekistan-Russia Energy Relations: A Tale of 2 Problems

By Sophia Nina Burna-Asefi
Despite Russia upping the ante on the gas trade, Uzbekistan still has some cards that it can play. 
Upcoming China-Central Asia Summit to Offer a ‘New Blueprint’ for Relations

Upcoming China-Central Asia Summit to Offer a ‘New Blueprint’ for Relations

By Catherine Putz
Xi has prepared an "important speech" and the six leaders are expected to jointly sign an "important political document.”

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