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Kazakhstan
Can Kazakhstan’s Privatization Plan Succeed?
By Michael Desai and Eric Wheeler
Kazakhstan’s plan to privatize its state industries is ambitious, but it faces some major barriers.
How is Russia Losing Ground in Central Asia?
By Catherine Putz
A glimpse at Kazakh meritocracy and discussion of the West’s policies in the region; recommended links.
Why the Trans-Caspian Transport Route Matters
By Catherine Putz
The route avoids Russia, plays into the opening of Iran and pleases China.
What Should U.S. Policy in Central Asia Be?
By Catherine Putz
Also a look at Kazakhstan’s developmental state of mind and its economic hurdles: recommended reads.
Kazakhstan’s Snap Elections: Watching the Watchers
By Casey Michel
Not all election monitors were created equal.
Why Kazakhstan Is Going to the Polls Early
By Erlan Idrissov
The country will hold parliamentary elections early to strengthen its resilience to the global economic crisis.
Getting Nationalism Just Right in Kazakhstan
By Catherine Putz
Too little Kazakh nationalism and too much Russian nationalism are both problems for Astana.
Is 2016 Going to Be Pivotal for Central Asia’s Pipeline Powers?
By Catherine Putz
Considering new regional dynamics and more: recommended reads
Kazakhstan to Sell Armored Vehicles to Jordan
By Catherine Putz
Earlier reports said the deal would cover 50 Arlan armored personnel carriers.
Kazakhstan’s Ever Shrinking Space for Dissent
By Casey Michel
Two activists were recently jailed for “inciting national discord.”
Why Is Kazakhstan Holding Early Parliamentary Elections?
By Catherine Putz
The president’s party already has a supermajority, so why hold snap elections?
The Beard Shavers of Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
Plus some new perspectives on Central Asia: recommended reads.