EAEU

Uzbekistan is an observer in the Eurasian Economic Union, but in a recent speech it’s clear Tashkent wants to see the benefits of membership before making the leap.

Tashkent's observer status does not earn it any of the benefits President Shavkat Mirziyoyev heralded in his remarks, but full membership appears to be the goal.

If Uzbekistan enters the EAEU, Tajikistan will have little choice but to follow.

Uzbekistan is joining the union as an an observer, but its officials have been promising the benefits of a full member.

Kazakh President Tokayev pushed back on Moscow’s timelines for the EAEU’s 2025 development strategy.

Despite an earlier lack of debate or dissent, members of the Uzbek parliament have pushed back on the government’s plan for EAEU membership.

Tashkent has lined up its rationale and settled on a narrative for cooperation with the EAEU.

In a state of the union address, Uzbek President said the country would engage in “cooperation” with the EAEU.

What is Russia trying to accomplish with the CSTO, SCO, and EAEU?

Tashkent is reopening its negotiations to join the WTO and considering Eurasian Economic Union membership. Russia and the West are watching.

In Russian framing, the Uzbek decision to join the EAEU has already been made. But Tashkent is still exploring its options.