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Kazakhstan
6 Dead in Police Station Attack in Almaty
By Catherine Putz
The incident in Kazakhstan's old capital is being described as terrorism, though there are many unanswered questions.
Kazakh-Russian Space Cooperation Muddles Forward
By Catherine Putz
A lot can happen between now and 2050, bu don't expect the Russians to leave Baikonur any time soon.
Exiled Kazakh Banker Ablyazov Linked to Serbian Investments
By Casey Michel
Ablyazov, claiming political persecution, is fighting extradition from France to Russia.
Kingpin or Coup-Maker: Kazakhstan’s Case Against Toktar Tuleshov
By Catherine Putz
It’s a fantastic story, with movie-quality plot twists, but does it actually explain reality?
Digging Into Stalin's Secrets
By Catherine Putz
Kazakhstan's convincing national narrative, Atambayev's music debut, a fascinating story tying the steppe to Hawaii; weekend reads.
Air Astana Introduces New Almaty-Tehran Route
By Catherine Putz
Kazakhstan looks to expand tourism ties to Iran.
Is Central Asia Ready to Face ISIS?
By Uran Botobekov
Central Asian governments, which often conflate extremism and dissent, are unprepared for the risk they face.
Kazakhstan Gets Thanks for Russia-Turkey Rapprochement
By Catherine Putz
Turkish leaders have thanked both Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan for helping bring the two states back together.
Chevron and Kazakhstan Hail $36.8 Billion Tengiz Expansion
By Catherine Putz
The investment looks to capitalize on lower costs and bet on future demand.
Kazakhstan Wins Seat on UN Security Council
By Catherine Putz
Kazakhstan beat out Thailand for a non-permanent seat on the security council.
After Anthrax Outbreak in Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan Tightens Border Controls
By Catherine Putz
Two in central Kazakhstan died recently after eating beef infected with anthrax.
How Important Is China to Central Asia?
By Catherine Putz
Putin has big Eurasian dreams and more on the SCO; recommended reads.