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Kazakhstan
Coming to a TV Near You: International Turkic News
By Catherine Putz
Tired of misrepresentation in global media, the Turkic speaking world wants to set up its own international news channel
Who Controls the Islamic Movement of Uzbekistan?
By Catherine Putz
Also, what’s it like being a “dealmaker” in “the Stans” and other must-reads.
Kazakh Oil Workers Fall Victim to Low Oil Prices
By Catherine Putz
Low oil prices are both an economic headache and a potential social powder keg.
Fergana: Can’t We All Just Get Along?
By Catherine Putz
How to solve the Fergana Valley puzzle and other must reads for the weekend
Just Kidding, Please Visit Almaty
By Catherine Putz
Kazakhstan is walking back restrictions on foreigners visiting select border areas.
A Tale of Two Kazakh Cities
By Catherine Putz
Almaty may have lost the Olympics, but people like it better than Astana. Some recommended reads for the weekend.
How Does Kazakhstan Plan to Pay for the Olympics?
By Catherine Putz
Astana says there's plenty of (oil) money in the bank.
Mudslides Make a Mess in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
Higher than average temperatures have led to increased glacial melt and dangerous mudslides across the region.
Kazakhstan's WTO Commitments Will Also Apply to EEU
By Catherine Putz
Astana agreed to lower tariffs and it looks like the EEU may have to fall in line as well.
After Modi's Visit, Is Central Asia Open for Indian Business?
By Sameer Patil
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Central Asia is an important moment for Indian business to increase its presence in the region.
Does a Kazakh Own Sherlock Holmes’ Apartment?
By Catherine Putz
A few interesting stories to read over the weekend
Amid Economic Woes, Kazakhstan Loosens Grip on Currency
By Catherine Putz
Astana is moving toward a free-floating currency, but that's still a few years away.