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Central Asia
Kyrgyzstan: Corrupt, Anarchic – and Stable?
By Christopher Schwartz and Alisher Khamidov
Despite its problems, Kyrgyzstan may be Central Asia's most stable state. Here's why.
The Quiet Tajik Refugee Crisis
By Yan Matusevich
A crackdown in Tajikistan has led to a little noticed surge in Tajik asylum seekers in Europe -- particularly Poland.
Is Central Asia Ready to Face ISIS?
By Uran Botobekov
Central Asian governments, which often conflate extremism and dissent, are unprepared for the risk they face.
Kazakhstan’s Land Reforms
By Dena Sholk
A major debate on the contentious issue of land reforms is underway in Kazakhstan.
Tajikistan: The Iron Fist Closes
By Cholpon Orozobekova
Even as he consolidates power, Emomali Rahmon's paranoia knows no limits.
Kyrgyzstan: Putin’s Eurasian Economic Union and Its Discontents
By Franco Galdini and Elyor Nematov
At Dordoi Bazaar, the economic promise of the EEU appears remote.
Diplomatic Access: Kyrgyzstan
By Diplomatic Access
Kyrgyz Ambassador Toktogulov on Central Asian security, Kyrgyz-U.S. relations, and Kyrgyzstan's democracy.
Russia's Economy in 2016
By Himani Pant
Falling oil prices and sanctions drive home the need for structural economic reform in Russia.
Georgia: The Key to China's 'Belt and Road'
By Revaz Topuria
Georgia has become a major hub for China's Silk Road plans, despite being left out entirely in the early stages.
Gennady Golovkin and Kazakhstan’s Soft Power
By Joseph Hammond
The boxer is following a path first blazed by the Philippines' Manny Pacquiao.
Uzbekistan: White Gold, Dirty Business
By Catherine Putz
Forced labor and financial opacity are the greatest sins of Uzbekistan’s cotton industry.
Khorgos: Where East Meets West
By Wade Shepard
Kazakhstan and China hope to make Khorgos Eastern Gate the new crossroads of Eurasia.