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China in Central Asia
Understanding China’s Eurasian Pivot
By Michael Clarke
The “One Belt, One Road” strategy provides a guide to the future of China in Eurasia.
Interview: Competing Perspectives on Democracy in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
The Diplomat talks with Dr. Mariya Y. Omelicheva about why efforts to promote democracy have failed in the region.
China and Kyrgyzstan: So Near, Yet So Far
By Alessandra Colarizi
The Sino-Kyrgyz border is, on paper, an important crossing but its development has been slow.
Speculation on Russia’s Recent Drone Deployment
By Casey Michel
A report suggests Moscow is trying to counter Beijing’s influence in Central Asia. But the evidence is thin.
Unequal Partners: China and Russia in Eurasia
By Anita Inder Singh
China and Russia are stepping up their collaboration, even as they compete for regional primacy.
Central Asia’s Future: Three Powers, Three Visions
By Jeffrey Mankoff and Richard Ghiasy
China, Russia and the U.S. each have visions to connect Central Asia with the rest of Eurasia.
China: A Bump in the Silk Road
By Cory Bender and James Chen
China’s grand plans for the region could be derailed without a change in approach.
Tajikistan and China to Trade… Felons
By Catherine Putz
Extradition among the region's states is common, so is torture.
Can the China-Russia Warmth Last?
By Björn Alexander Düben
Despite much bonhomie of late, the two powers have sharply divergent interests in Central Asia.
China’s Growing Presence in Russia’s Backyard
By Neil Thompson
Russia’s traditional dominance of Central Asia is being tested by China’s economic appeal.
China, Russia and the Tussle for Influence in Kazakhstan
By Arthur Guschin
The two powers are pursuing competing interests in Central Asia.
Is Moscow Losing Its Security Edge in Central Asia?
By Casey Michel
Recent reports suggest a shift in the region’s security calculations.