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What’s Next for Russians Who Fled to Kazakhstan?

What’s Next for Russians Who Fled to Kazakhstan?

By Aliya Askar
In the early 1990s, ethnic Russians left Kazakhstan in droves. In 2022, that flow once again reversed as Russians fled into Central Asia.
New Military Doctrine Strengthens Kazakhstan’s Multi-vector Posture

New Military Doctrine Strengthens Kazakhstan’s Multi-vector Posture

By Gregory Gleason
The new version of Kazakhstan’s military doctrine signals that Astana intends to hold fast to the principles of national sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Are Central Asians Being Conscripted by Russia to Fight in Ukraine?

Are Central Asians Being Conscripted by Russia to Fight in Ukraine?

By Catherine Putz
Moscow denies that Central Asians are being conscripted into the Russian military, but the risk is real.

Kazakh President Urges Calm and Care for Russians Fleeing Mobilization

Kazakh President Urges Calm and Care for Russians Fleeing Mobilization

By Catherine Putz
“We must take care of them and ensure their safety. This is a political and humanitarian issue,” Kazakh President Tokayev said of the influx of Russians.

Kazakhstan Continues to Break Ranks With Russia

Kazakhstan Continues to Break Ranks With Russia

By Wilder Alejandro Sánchez
The not-so-subtle criticism of the Russian government regarding Ukraine in Kazakh President Tokayev’s UNGA speech should not be overlooked.
Kazakhstan Suspends Arms Exports for a Year

Kazakhstan Suspends Arms Exports for a Year

By Catherine Putz
The decision was immediately framed in the press as related to the war in Ukraine, but we know very little about Kazakhstan’s arms exports.

A Reminder From Kazakhstan: ‘Separatist’ Comments Online Can Lead to Jail Time

A Reminder From Kazakhstan: ‘Separatist’ Comments Online Can Lead to Jail Time

By Catherine Putz
The timing of an August 3 briefing on a months-old separatism case in Petropavl was no coincidence.
Former Russian President Questions Kazakhstan’s Sovereignty 

Former Russian President Questions Kazakhstan’s Sovereignty 

By Paolo Sorbello
Medvedev has since deleted the social media post and blamed hackers.

Kazakhstan Oil Exporters Relieved as Russian Court Lifts Ban on Pipeline  

Kazakhstan Oil Exporters Relieved as Russian Court Lifts Ban on Pipeline  

By Paolo Sorbello
Most of Kazakhstan’s oil exports go through the Caspian Pipeline Consortium, which has been targeted by Russian courts. 

Pipeline Critical to Kazakh Oil Exports Ordered to Halt Operations by Russian Court

Pipeline Critical to Kazakh Oil Exports Ordered to Halt Operations by Russian Court

By Catherine Putz
The timing of the decision has naturally raised some eyebrows, but of greater consequence is the lack of diversification of export routes for Kazakh oil.

The Complexity of Kazakhstan-Russia Relations on Display

The Complexity of Kazakhstan-Russia Relations on Display

By Aliya Askar
What did Kazakh President Tokayev’s recent statements in Russia actually mean? 
Tokayev Downplays January CSTO Deployment to Kazakhstan

Tokayev Downplays January CSTO Deployment to Kazakhstan

By Catherine Putz
In a recent interview, the Kazakh president again pushed back against those in Russia who say Moscow "saved" Kazakhstan in January.

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