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Kazakhstan
Who Will Run Post-Nazarbayev Kazakhstan?
By Natalie Hall
At 78, Kazakh President Nursultan Nazarbayev is the region's oldest leader. Naturally, speculation abounds about a successor.
Kazakhstan Prepares Roadshows as Privatization Lags Behind
By Paolo Sorbello
Both the schedule and prospects for selling state assets in Kazakhstan seem as unstable as ever.
Radicalization in Central Asia: 'Not In Our Name'
By Colleen Wood
A new documentary project filmed in Central Asia seeks both to document and counter violent extremism in the region.
Can Kazakhstan Resolve Its Heart Disease Crisis?
By Dmitriy Frolovskiy
In 2014, 54 percent of deaths in Kazakhstan were due to cardiovascular diseases.
A Tough September for Kazakhstan's Banks
By Paolo Sorbello
Kazakhstan's Central Bank stripped Astana Banki's license, while Tsesnabank benefited from a government reshuffle.
Kazakhstan Denies Asylum to Woman Who Fled China's Camps in Xinjiang
By Catherine Putz
The decision highlights Kazakhstan's continued navigation of sensitivities with China.
Some Win, Some Lose as Kazakhstan Gets a $1.1 Billion Check
By Paolo Sorbello
Western companies operating at Karachaganak agreed to pay Kazakhstan $1.1 billion, ending an enduring spat with the government
Kazakhstan Hopes to Net Greater Energy Profits with Karachaganak Agreement
By Catherine Putz
The deal will see Kazakhstan receive a $1.1 billion payment and an amended production-sharing agreement.
Brief Detention, Fine, and Regional Ban for French Journalist Looking Into Zhanaozen
By Catherine Putz
Seven years later, Zhanaozen remains a sensitive issue in Kazakhstan.
UK Court Slaps Huge Fine on Khrapunov in BTA Case
By Paolo Sorbello
Ilyas Khrapunov is hit with a $500 million fine for allegedly aiding Mukhtar Ablyazov's reported embezzlement.
Kazakhstan and the Xinjiang Problem
By Catherine Putz
Ethnic Kazakhs have opened the window for the world to hear what's happening in Xinjiang, but Kazakhstan remains quiet.
Why Is China's Top Military Official Visiting Central Asia?
By Catherine Putz
With Xu Qiliang making stops in Kazakhstan, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, China is continuing to boost security relations in the region.