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Kyrgyzstan
Is 2016 Going to Be Pivotal for Central Asia’s Pipeline Powers?
By Catherine Putz
Considering new regional dynamics and more: recommended reads
Can Kyrgyzstan Be Turkey’s Backdoor to the EEU?
By Catherine Putz
Russian-Turkish relations remain strained, but Kyrgyzstan sees opportunity.
The Beard Shavers of Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
Plus some new perspectives on Central Asia: recommended reads.
US Bill Including Central Asia on 'High Risk' List Fails
By Casey Michel
The bill was soundly rejected – but Central Asia’s inclusion in the list of “high risk” countries lingers.
Investors Needed for Kyrgyz Hydropower Projects
By Casey Michel
The dams, needed by Kyrgyzstan, were never especially high on Moscow’s list of priorities.
Marriage in Kyrgyzstan and What Not to Wear in Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
Plus, Putin's ploys in Central Asia and other recommended reads.
CASA-1000: Finalized or Fantasy?
By Casey Michel
Beyond security, there’s the simple issue of supply.
Cultural Rifts and Horse Penis Jokes
By Catherine Putz
Also, Tajikistan in the Saudi Arabia-Iran split and the Silk Road’s revival; weekend reads.
The Battle That Kept the Chinese Out of Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
In 751, a Muslim army and a Chinese army clashed on the banks of the Talas river.
3 of 4 Generators at Major Kyrgyz Dam Disconnected
By Catherine Putz
The bad timing highlights Kyrgyzstan’s need to complete other energy projects.
New Hyrdropower Project Partners Needed in Kyrgyzstan
By Catherine Putz
It looks like Moscow can’t afford the projects and Bishkek will be looking for new partners.
Tajikistan’s New Year Crackdown
By Catherine Putz
Plus: Nicolas Cage's stolen dinosaur skull, forced labor in Uzbekistan and the Kyrgyz of the Pamirs; recommended reads.