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Eurasian Economic Union
The Eurasian Economic Union's Armenia Problem
By Catherine Putz
An upcoming summit in Yerevan might be relocated because of the flaring conflict over Nagorno-Karabakh.
A ‘Blurry’ Union: Kyrgyzstan and the Eurasian Economic Union
By Catherine Putz
Six months into EEU membership, a Kyrgyz official says it’s too soon to really talk about the impact.
Putin’s Perennial Pivot Problem
By Richard Weitz
Why Russia’s Asia-Pacific diplomatic outreach struggles to gain traction.
New Hyrdropower Project Partners Needed in Kyrgyzstan
By Catherine Putz
It looks like Moscow can’t afford the projects and Bishkek will be looking for new partners.
The Eurasian Union’s Troubled First Year
By Alex Nice
The EEU’s first year has raised serious questions about its economic rationale, institutional effectiveness, and geopolitical underpinnings.
Is Progress in Central Asia an Illusion?
By Catherine Putz
Links: Podcast on the reality of the Eurasian Economic Union and an overly optimistic view on the region by 2050.
An Israeli Pivot to Eurasia?
By Evan Gottesman
Jerusalem recently entered into a free trade zone with the Eurasian Economic Union.
Does Kazakhstan’s WTO Accession Hinder Eurasian Integration?
By Catherine Putz
It’s not the only point of contention within the Eurasian Economic Union.
How Europe Should Approach the EEU (and Russia)
By Liudmila Filippova and Inna Veleva
The EEU is an opportunity for Europe to engage with Eurasia -- and mend ties with Russia.
Kyrgyzstan Sends an Ambassador to Belarus
By Catherine Putz
After three years, Bishkek has once again dispatched an Ambassador to take up post in Minsk.
Russia Offers to Support Tajikistan…But There's a Price
By Samuel Ramani
A lack of strategic options could see Tajikistan move further into Russia’s embrace.
Interview: Scott Radnitz on Kyrgyzstan
By Samuel Ramani
A look at the recent political, security and economic developments in Kyrgyzstan.