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Russia
CSTO Gathers in Tajikistan, Talks ISIS
By Catherine Putz
Could Russian troops return to the Tajik-Afghan border? Only if asked.
What’s Driving Change in Central Asia’s Car Industry?
By Bradley Jardine and Greindl Sibylle
The automobile industry can tell us a great deal about Central Asia’s economies.
Russia Engages in Military Drills on Europe’s Doorstep
By Catherine Putz
The drills will practice "localizing an armed conflict and eliminating illegal armed formations in the Eastern European region.”
Kazakh-Kyrgyz Border Opened, But (Figurative) Roadblocks Remain
By Catherine Putz
Trading across the EEU’s borders is still a bit awkward
Confirmed: Pakistan Is Buying New Attack Helicopters From Russia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Islamabad and Moscow signed an agreement for the purchase of four MI-35 Hind gunships.
It's Official: Russia’s 'Deadliest Tank' Will Be Ready for Battle in 2020
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Manufacturing tests of Russia’s newest T-14 Armata tank will be completed by 2016.
Russia Beats China in This Year’s International Army Games
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Chinese soldiers, however, won gold medals in two individual championships.
Is 'Russia’s Deadliest Tank' Really Invisible to the Enemy?
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Some experts are skeptical over recent Russian claims.
Russia’s Foreign Minister Slams US Over Military Buildup in Asia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Russia continues to be worried about the U.S. rebalance to Asia.
Russian Soldiers Cause a Ruckus in Tajikistan
By Catherine Putz
A group of Russian soldiers--drunk and in their underwear--got into a fight with locals this week.
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.
Waging War Is Still Good Business in Russia
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Despite sanctions, the Russian defense sector is booming.