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How the EU Can Contribute to the Green Transition in Central Asia

How the EU Can Contribute to the Green Transition in Central Asia

By Alouddin Komilov
By focusing its efforts on a few key sectors, the EU can strengthen Central Asia’s resilience, prosperity, and regional cooperation.
A Case for Greater US Engagement in Central Asia

A Case for Greater US Engagement in Central Asia

By Hunter Stoll
Russian and Chinese influence in the region will never go away. But the United States now has a rare and valuable window of opportunity.

A Journey Through Central Asia’s Shifting Geopolitical Landscape

A Journey Through Central Asia’s Shifting Geopolitical Landscape

By Peter Krasnopolsky
As Russia’s position wanes in Central Asia, and China’s waxes, if American interests are to be maintained, Washington has to find ways to tap into the region’s potential.

Will We Soon See a Central Asia-US Leaders’ Summit?

Will We Soon See a Central Asia-US Leaders’ Summit?

By Catherine Putz
If Biden does indeed meet with the Central Asian presidents in New York on the sidelines of UNGA it will be with both Russia and China in mind.

Talk of Gas Unions Riles Up Turkmenistan

Talk of Gas Unions Riles Up Turkmenistan

By Catherine Putz
What compelled a Turkmen foreign ministry official to push back on admittedly vague comments from a Russian foreign ministry official?
A Cold War-Era Amendment is Preventing a Deepening of U.S. Relations With Central Asia

A Cold War-Era Amendment is Preventing a Deepening of U.S. Relations With Central Asia

By Chris Murphy
The U.S. has an opportunity to offer Central Asia a strategic alternative to China and Russia based on partnership rather than exploitation. The Jackson-Vanik amendment stands in the way.

How to Increase Green Finance Inflows in Central Asia

How to Increase Green Finance Inflows in Central Asia

By Nikolai Podguzov
With domestic policy changes, and robust external support, the region could push itself toward a net-zero future.
From Central Asia to Europe: What Is the Most Sustainable Transport Corridor?

From Central Asia to Europe: What Is the Most Sustainable Transport Corridor?

By Catherine Putz
A recent European study highlighted the Central Trans-Caspian Network as the best option to connect Central Asia with Europe.

The Taliban’s New Canal Threatens Water Security in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan

The Taliban’s New Canal Threatens Water Security in Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan

By Niginakhon Saida
As the Taliban rush to complete the Qosh Tepa canal, Central Asia’s water security is at risk.

Cultural Diplomacy as a Key Instrument of China-Central Asia Cooperation

Cultural Diplomacy as a Key Instrument of China-Central Asia Cooperation

By Paolo Sorbello
An interview with Chinese diplomacy researcher Giulia Sciorati.

EU-Central Asia Leaders’ Meeting Latest to Highlight Region’s Geopolitical Centrality

EU-Central Asia Leaders’ Meeting Latest to Highlight Region’s Geopolitical Centrality

By Catherine Putz
Last year, the EU’s meeting with Central Asian leaders followed their summit with Putin; this year it trailed their meeting with Xi.
This Week in Asia: May 19, 2023

This Week in Asia: May 19, 2023

The Diplomat’s weekly video round-up of Asia news.

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