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Afghan Forces Flee, Fly, to Central Asia

Afghan Forces Flee, Fly, to Central Asia

By Catherine Putz
How will Central Asian states handle Afghan government forces that have fled as the Taliban take control in Kabul?
A COVID-19 Loan for COVID-Denying Turkmenistan

A COVID-19 Loan for COVID-Denying Turkmenistan

By Lorena Cotza
The World Bank approved a COVID-19 loan for Turkmenistan, despite journalists reporting on the pandemic there being thrown in jail.

3rd Meeting of Central Asian Leaders: A Small Step Toward the Formation of a Regional Order?

3rd Meeting of Central Asian Leaders: A Small Step Toward the Formation of a Regional Order?

By Filippo Costa Buranelli
Presidential meetings in Central Asia are often dismissed for a lack of concrete results and for their exclusively ceremonial character. But there are good reasons to take the latest meeting seriously.

Afghanistan and Central Asia’s ASEAN Moment

Afghanistan and Central Asia’s ASEAN Moment

By Moez Hayat
The Central Asian republics can learn from the experience of Southeast Asia and use the crisis in Afghanistan to spur forward regional cooperation at a time of great power competition. 

Akayev Asks for Forgiveness Over Kumtor, Flies Back to Russia

Akayev Asks for Forgiveness Over Kumtor, Flies Back to Russia

By Catherine Putz
Kyrgyzstan’s first president admitted to making mistakes regarding the mine.
Can Uzbekistan and Pakistan Help Stabilize Afghanistan?

Can Uzbekistan and Pakistan Help Stabilize Afghanistan?

By James Durso
Focusing on trade networks, Afghanistan’s neighbors hope to forge regional stability in the wake of the U.S. withdrawal.

Central Asian Leaders Set to Meet in Turkmenistan for Third Consultative Meeting

Central Asian Leaders Set to Meet in Turkmenistan for Third Consultative Meeting

By Catherine Putz
Following summits in 2018 and 2019, the 2021 meeting comes amid a great number of regional difficulties and concerns.
Upcoming Parliament Elections Present New Opportunities and Challenges for Kyrgyzstan

Upcoming Parliament Elections Present New Opportunities and Challenges for Kyrgyzstan

By Ilgiz Kambarov
Kyrgyzstan’s parliament will shrink and change after the next election, expected later this year, under new legislation and a new constitution.

Kumtor Case: Another Former Kyrgyz Prime Minister Detained

Kumtor Case: Another Former Kyrgyz Prime Minister Detained

By Catherine Putz
With another former prime minister arrested, the Kumtor case grows. Meanwhile, some have been released and others kept in custody.

Kyrgyzstan’s First Ousted President Returns to Cooperate With Kumtor Investigation

Kyrgyzstan’s First Ousted President Returns to Cooperate With Kumtor Investigation

By Catherine Putz
After 16 years, Askar Akayev returned to Kyrgyzstan in connection with the Kyrgyz state’s growing case against the Canadian mining company Centerra Gold.

Akim Elections: More Cosmetic Reform in Kazakhstan?

Akim Elections: More Cosmetic Reform in Kazakhstan?

By Colleen Wood
Direct election of village leadership is another example of cosmetic reform in Kazakhstan.
Mongolia Seizes the Diplomatic Moment

Mongolia Seizes the Diplomatic Moment

By Shannon Tiezzi
In the space of just five days, Mongolian officials have held high-level talks with China, Japan, South Korea, and the United States

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