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Kazakhstan
The Transition to Sustainable Heating in Central Asia Is Critical and Achievable
By Charles Cormier and Jas Singh
A transition to sustainable heating would mean fuel and cost savings, lower emissions, and greater energy independence.
This Week in Asia: November 10, 2023
The Diplomat’s weekly video round-up of Asia news.
What’s Behind the Increased Diplomatic Push in Kazakhstan?
By Nikola Mikovic
Putin undoubtedly seeks to preserve the status quo in Russia’s relations with Kazakhstan. And Tokayev continues implementing Astana’s decades-old multi-vector foreign policy.
Organization of Turkic States Seeks to Unite Europe With Asia
By Mark Temnycky
Continued dialogue between countries from Europe, the Caucasus, and Central Asia suggests that the political climate in the region is changing.
Kazakhstan-US Convene Enhanced Strategic Partnership Dialogue in Astana
By Catherine Putz
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu heads to Uzbekistan and India next.
What a National Tragedy Says About Labor Rights in Kazakhstan
By Alva Omarova
Workers’ rights and safety have been routinely neglected both by private companies and the state, resulting in tragedies like the fire that killed 46 miners last month.
Putin Heads to Kazakhstan, With Strategic Ties and Trade on the Agenda
By Catherine Putz
One elephant in the room, of course, will be the subject of sanctions evasion.
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.
How Is the Israel-Hamas War Being Framed in Central Asia?
By Colleen Wood
Journalists, influencers, and religious teachers are using social media to inform Central Asians about the Israel-Hamas war.
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.
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.
Central Asian Governments React to the Israel-Palestine Conflict
By Colleen Wood
To what extent have religious ties or geopolitical ambitions shaped Central Asian governments’ responses to growing violence in Gaza?