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Italy’s Charm Offensive Targets Central Asia

Italy’s Charm Offensive Targets Central Asia

By Paolo Sorbello
Prime Minister Meloni visits Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan looking for deals.
Kazakhstan’s Role in Shaping Regional Security in Central Asia

Kazakhstan’s Role in Shaping Regional Security in Central Asia

By Zhansaya Sembayeva and Zhanat Makasheva
To move beyond the role of a buffer zone and emerge as an independent strategic actor, the countries of Central Asia must learn to view one another not as competitors, but as partners.

Kazakhstan’s Slow Shift Away From Celebrating Victory Day

Kazakhstan’s Slow Shift Away From Celebrating Victory Day

By Albert Otkjær
While the Soviet victory in World War II 80 years ago is still celebrated today, its form has changed to be less about Soviet heritage, and more about Kazakh national identity.

Russian Pressure and Kazakhstan’s Embattled Civil Society

Russian Pressure and Kazakhstan’s Embattled Civil Society

By Henry De Jong
Astana’s balancing act is becoming ever more precarious, with civil society caught in the crossfire at a moment when its voice is needed most.

The Dimash Phenomenon: Kazakhstan’s Soft Power

The Dimash Phenomenon: Kazakhstan’s Soft Power

By Zhengisbek Tolen and Zhangeldi Agybay
By promoting Kazakh music, enhancing international relations, boosting tourism, and leveraging digital influence, Dimash Qudaibergen has assumed a pivotal role in Kazakhstan’s soft power strategy.
Satire on Trial: Temirlan Yensebek in Kazakh Court for Using a Rude Rap Track

Satire on Trial: Temirlan Yensebek in Kazakh Court for Using a Rude Rap Track

By Catherine Putz
An offensive 20-year-old rap song may land a Kazakh satirist in jail for seven years. But there's more to the case than a rude song.

Kazakhstan’s Ambivalent Relationship With the CSTO

Kazakhstan’s Ambivalent Relationship With the CSTO

By Albert Otkjær
The recent controversy surrounding CSTO General Secretary Imangali Tasmagambetov reveals the instability of the organization’s relationship with Kazakhstan.
4th Drone Fragment Found in West Kazakhstan on Russian Border

4th Drone Fragment Found in West Kazakhstan on Russian Border

By Catherine Putz
Since February, there have been four separate reports of UAV fragments landing in a Kazakh region that borders Russia. 

In the Face of Oppression, Feminist Resistance in Kazakhstan Persists

In the Face of Oppression, Feminist Resistance in Kazakhstan Persists

By Xeniya Golub and Alfiya Jangitayeva
Kazakhstan’s feminist activists persist, despite formidable resistance from both the state and anti-feminist groups.

Kazakhstan’s Bid For AI Sovereignty

Kazakhstan’s Bid For AI Sovereignty

By Joe Luc Barnes
Astana is talking a big game on artificial intelligence, but can it deliver?

Kazakhstan Buries Time Zone Issue

Kazakhstan Buries Time Zone Issue

By Paolo Sorbello
One year after merging two time zones, the government’s decision is final.
Kazakhstan Aims to Increase Oil Exports via BTC Pipeline

Kazakhstan Aims to Increase Oil Exports via BTC Pipeline

By Catherine Putz
But a proposed increase from 1.4 million tons to 2.2 million tons is just a drop in the bucket compared to the volumes Kazakhstan exports via Russia-based pipelines. 

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