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Central Asia water crisis
Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan Agree to Install Transboundary Water Meters
By Catherine Putz
While water is often characterized as a potential spark for conflict in Central Asia, it is at the same time an opportunity for cooperation.
Blackouts in Tajikistan Highlight Energy Woes
By Catherine Putz
Tajikistan confronts many of the same issues as neighboring Kyrgyzstan, where water levels at critical reservoirs are approaching dangerous lows.
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.
Beyond Borders: Navigating Asia’s Water Challenges
By Farwa Aamer and Susanne Schmeier
Solving Asia's water stress will require a concerted diplomatic effort on the international stage.
The Winds of Change: The Social and Political Cost of Climate Inaction in Central Asia
By Murod Ismailov
Climate change may be an “accelerant” for global cooperation, but it also poses significant social, political, and geopolitical challenges in Central Asia.
Are ‘Water Wars’ Coming to Asia?
By Genevieve Donnellon-May
Climate change-induced water loss in the Tibetan Plateau further challenges water security from Central to Southeast Asia.
What Is China’s Role in Central Asia’s Changing Climate?
By Wilder Alejandro Sánchez
As climate change hits Central Asia, China needs to be a team player regarding water.
Uzbekistan’s Impending Water Crisis
By Aziz Egamov
Relations are good between Uzbekistan and Tajikistan, but a grave water crisis still looms.
Climate Change: An Omitted Security Threat in Central Asia
By Khamza Sharifzoda
The impacts of climate change in Central Asia will be serious.
The Impact of Migration on Water Scarcity in Central Asia
By Soumya Balasubramanya and Ted Horbulyk
What does male migration have to do with water scarcity in Central Asia?
Uzbekistan’s President to Visit Tajikistan Soon
By Catherine Putz
While there's no date yet, the visit is expected in early 2018 and will mark a significant diplomatic step in the region.
Uzbekistan’s Changing Rogun Tone
By Catherine Putz
Without Karimov's bombast about Rogun, Tashkent is better positioned to earnestly engage on an issue of vital importance.
Why Uzbekistan’s Shifts on Water Politics Matter
By Casey Michel
Recent statements from Uzbek officials drop previous vitriol in favor of diplomatic neighborliness.
Why Central Asia Won't Go to War
By Nodir Boboev
Diplomatically and domestically, Central Asia's governments can't afford a full-blown conflict.
Will Central Asia Water Wars Derail China's Silk Road?
By Nishtha Chugh
China needs to be wary of a looming water crisis in Central Asia.
What Can Be Done About Central Asia's Water and Electricity Woes?
By Catherine Putz
It’s politics that will damn the project billed by funders as a step toward regional energy security.
What Happens to Uzbek Opposition to CASA-1000 if Karimov Is Dead?
By Casey Michel
Given the potential successors, continuity looks like the most likely option.
Tajikistan Still Hopeful About CASA-1000
By Catherine Putz
The electricity generation scheme has its big backers, but skepticism remains.
Mudslides Make a Mess in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
Higher than average temperatures have led to increased glacial melt and dangerous mudslides across the region.
Turkmenistan's Water Insecurity Is a Man-Made Problem
By Bradley Jardine
Ashgabat is plagued by geography but also dramatic state mismanagement of the country’s limited water resources.
Thirsty Yet? Central Asia's Coming Water Crisis
By Catherine Putz
Everyone agrees water is a growing problem in the region, but the states of Central Asia can’t agree on what to do.
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