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Catherine Putz

Catherine Putz

Catherine Putz is managing editor of The Diplomat.

Catherine (Katie) Putz is managing editor of The Diplomat.

She manages the monthly magazine as well as writing on Central Asia and Afghanistan. She writes on politics, security and culture in former Soviet spaces, particularly where they link to greater Asia. Katie also co-hosts The Diplomat’s Asia Geopolitics Podcast.

Katie is a graduate of the Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce at the University of Kentucky, where she studied international security and Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, where she majored in history with a focus on U.S. diplomatic and conflict history. Previously, Katie worked in several positions at the Atlantic Council and as a communications consultant at the World Bank. She is a member of the Military Writers Guild and the National Press Club.

Get in touch with Katie on LinkedIn, or email.

Posts by Catherine Putz
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November 07, 2023

Agnieszka Pikulicka-Wilczewska on ‘New Uzbekistan’

By Catherine Putz
"While it is undeniable that Mirziyoyev’s Uzbekistan is less paranoid, much freer and tolerant than Karimov’s... the very nature of the system remains unchanged."
November 07, 2023

Tashiev Thunders Against ‘Kolbaev-Matraimov Mafia’

By Catherine Putz
It appears a purge is underway, as Tashiev decries the corrupt in Kyrgyzstan. 

November 04, 2023

South China Sea Flashpoints: The Second Thomas Shoal Crisis

By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
What's driving tensions between China and the Philippines at Second Thomas Shoal?

November 03, 2023

2 Russians Granted Asylum-Seeker Status in Kazakhstan, Pausing Possible Extradition

By Catherine Putz
Extradition proceedings may be paused for now, but the final outcome remains unclear.  

November 02, 2023

Trade and Transit Top Agenda as Uzbek Delegation Visits Afghanistan

By Catherine Putz
A large Uzbek delegation visited Kabul over the weekend, with trade and transit issues under discussion.
November 01, 2023

Pair of Trials Put Behind Closed Doors in Kazakhstan

By Catherine Putz
Two different trials, of two separate unregistered political party leaders, were both placed behind closed doors this week. 

October 31, 2023

Mine Fire in Kazakhstan Kills 46, Accelerates Nationalization Talks

By Catherine Putz
After years of safety problems, ArcelorMittal confirms its in talks to transfer ownership to Kazakhstan. But a change of ownership won’t necessarily make mining any safer. 
October 27, 2023

In Samarkand, USAID Head Power Announces New Funds for Central Asia

By Catherine Putz
USAID Administrator Samantha Power announced an additional $14.3 million in regional programing, plus $18.7 million to boost collaboration in Uzbekistan, specifically.

October 25, 2023

Kyrgyz ‘Foreign Representatives’ Bill Passes First Reading in Parliament

By Catherine Putz
The bill must be passed in three readings before heading to the president, but time is growing short for amendments to be made.

October 14, 2023

Central Asian States and Great Power Geopolitics

By Ankit Panda and Catherine Putz
What's driving Central Asian foreign policy in 2023?

October 12, 2023

Another Summit to Watch: Commonwealth of Independent States Heads to Gather in Kyrgyz Capital

By Catherine Putz
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to attend. It will be his first trip abroad since the ICC issue an arrest warrant in March 2023.
October 11, 2023

A Fourth Karakalpak Released From Detention in Kazakhstan

By Catherine Putz
While the releases in Kazakhstan have been welcomed by the Karakalpak community, it’s clear that a sense of unease remains. 

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