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Russia in Central Asia
Interview: Competing Perspectives on Democracy in Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
The Diplomat talks with Dr. Mariya Y. Omelicheva about why efforts to promote democracy have failed in the region.
Russia’s Media Offensive in Central Asia
By Bradley Jardine
Central Asia appears to be the last frontier in which Russia’s narrative still holds.
Speculation on Russia’s Recent Drone Deployment
By Casey Michel
A report suggests Moscow is trying to counter Beijing’s influence in Central Asia. But the evidence is thin.
Unequal Partners: China and Russia in Eurasia
By Anita Inder Singh
China and Russia are stepping up their collaboration, even as they compete for regional primacy.
Central Asia’s Future: Three Powers, Three Visions
By Jeffrey Mankoff and Richard Ghiasy
China, Russia and the U.S. each have visions to connect Central Asia with the rest of Eurasia.
Can the China-Russia Warmth Last?
By Björn Alexander Düben
Despite much bonhomie of late, the two powers have sharply divergent interests in Central Asia.
Russia’s Narrative Finds an Audience in Central Asia
By Casey Michel
Unpopular elsewhere, Moscow appears to be winning friends and influencing people in the former Soviet sphere.
No Surprises in Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan
By Paolo Sorbello and Daniyar Kosnazarov
Stability triumphs over reform, as Karimov and Nazarbayev retain power in Central Asia.
China’s Growing Presence in Russia’s Backyard
By Neil Thompson
Russia’s traditional dominance of Central Asia is being tested by China’s economic appeal.
China, Russia and the Tussle for Influence in Kazakhstan
By Arthur Guschin
The two powers are pursuing competing interests in Central Asia.
Is Moscow Losing Its Security Edge in Central Asia?
By Casey Michel
Recent reports suggest a shift in the region’s security calculations.
Mackinder Revisited: Will China Establish Eurasian Empire 3.0?
By Artyom Lukin
China has emerged as a new contender for control over Mackinder’s “Heartland.”