Russia

The Taliban’s recent lightning offensive in northern Afghanistan may be a litmus test for the relevance of the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organization.

The new NSS has some notable differences from the 2015 version on Russia’s approach to the Asia-Pacific - and China in particular.

As the U.S. looks to station over-the-horizon capabilities to address issues in Afghanistan, Central Asia is an obvious locale.

The most recent Putin-Xi summit inadvertently showcased the lack of positive agenda items underpinning the two nations' relationship.

China, Russia and the United States are all pursuing hypersonic weapons technologies, setting the stage for an arms race.

Both countries believe that a political settlement in Afghanistan is necessary for regional peace and stability.

A Russia-U.S. détente is unlikely to happen any time soon.

From musicians and students to professionals, some of Kazakhstan’s best and brightest choose to establish themselves in Russia. Why?

The Kuril Islands dispute has kept Japan and Russia from ever formally ending the hostilities between them during World War II.

Uzbekistan is an observer in the Eurasian Economic Union, but in a recent speech it’s clear Tashkent wants to see the benefits of membership before making the leap.

Despite a close partnership, Russia has remained wary of China's involvement in the Arctic region.