China-Kazakhstan relations

To what extent does the BRI lead to the expansion of China’s institutions and legal norms in Central Asia?

Sinophobia in Central Asia is real. But does that translate into a threat to China’s lasting presence in the region?

Washington's messaging is aimed both at Beijing and Central Asian capitals.

The secretary of state pressed Kazakhstan to be wary of Chinese investment and influence, urging it and others to join calls demanding an end to China's repression of minorities.

Belt and Road-related problems could prompt Central Asian states to re-engage more seriously with other actors.

Tests revealed the presence of dangerous chemicals in oil pumped from the Aktobe region and destined for to China. 

Murager Alimuly and Qaster Musakhanuly were given one-year prison sentences, but a Kazakh court declined to deport them.

Facing monumental challenges, the volunteers of Atajurt have dedicated themselves to advocating for those detained in Xinjiang.

As Beijing seeks deportations, ethnic Kazakhs strive to remain out of China’s grasp.

A new report highlights Kazakhstan as receiving the greatest volume and diversity of Beijing’s public diplomacy activities in South and Central Asia.

But like Sayragul Sauytbay before them, Murager Alimuly and Qaster Musakhanuly may not ultimately find asylum in Kazakhstan.

Despite lofty ambitions, Khorgos is less transformative than its proponents believe – and yet it does illustrate some of the promise of the BRI.