Crossroads Asia

The risks of Central Asian migrant workers being pressured into joining Russia’s war effort have intensified in tandem with Moscow’s desperation.

Australia and Mongolia established ties in 1972, but their relationship began to pick up steam much more recently.

That after 30 years, various Kyrgyz presidents and Rahmon -- who has been Tajik president since 1994 -- have not been able to settle the border is a major failing.

The recent outbreak of hostilities on the Kyrgyz-Tajik border represents a dangerous escalation from previous tension and skirmishes to a distinct act of aggression.

Despite Xi’s warm official reception in Kazakhstan, the general population is disturbed by reports of oppression aimed at Kazakhs in China.

Jusan Bank, linked to the country’s former president, will divest from Kcell. 

As New Uzbekistan aims to attract more tourists, local museums are finally receiving long-due attention, including in regard to stolen artifacts.

The designation by Russia of the IRPT as an extremist organization may put Tajik citizens in Russia further at risk.

Kazakhstan is to introduce a single seven-year presidential term and revert the capital’s name to “Astana.”

The most noteworthy aspects of Pope Francis' visit to Kazakhstan might be the missed opportunities.

Before Xi travels to Samarkand, Uzbekistan, for the SCO summit and a bilateral with Russian President Putin, he’ll land in Kazakhstan for a state visit.