Kazakhstan

The septuagenarian space port proves as reliable as ever, but geopolitics and funding mean that its future at the forefront of space exploration is far from guaranteed.

Russia’s substitution of VEB.RF with an under-the-radar firm is helping the country and its neighbors find a way around Western sanctions.

Central Asia’s evolving geopolitical role is not just about balancing external actors; it is about leveraging these partnerships to pursue their own national and elite interests. 

A planned oil pipeline could gain momentum given the uncertainty around routes through Russia.

The United States' footprint in the Central Asian arms market is minimal, but the State Department believes this situation could change in the future.

There seems to be a sense gripping New Delhi that its previous assumptions about Central Asia no longer remain valid.

Although Central Asia has demonstrated a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, the path to a “green transition” remains fraught with obstacles.

Foreign investment has long been a focus for Central Asia, but the region's governments are increasingly looking to their neighbors.

Erbayan Mukhtar suffered a severe head injury during military service, sparking concerns about soldier safety and allegations of hazing in Kazakhstan's armed forces. 

The region has become more connected to Europe and less dependent on Russia and China than when Trump was last in office. 

Astana has emphasized its commitment to strengthening its role as a close partner of BRICS while also stating that it will not seek membership.

Kazakhstan once harbored grand plans for a high-speed rail network. While its neighbors have pushed ahead with such projects, why has HSR fallen out of favor in Astana?