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Turkey in Central Asia
A Strategic Opportunity for the Organization of Turkic States Amid Great Power Competition
By Yılmaz Acar
The increasing cooperation among Turkic states is a strategic regional response to intensifying great power competition and shifting geopolitical dynamics in Eurasia.
The Power of Names: Turkiye’s Shift From Central Asia to Turkestan
By Mehmet Fatih Oztarsu
Ankara continues to strengthen its bid for influence in the region by stressing historical and cultural ties.
Turkey Ends Visa-Free Access for Tajik Citizens
By Catherine Putz
In the aftermath of the Crocus City Hall attack, Tajiks find their world shrinking further.
Does the Organization of Turkic States Worry China and Russia?
By Nurettin Akcay
Greater integration among Turkic states may pose a crucial threat to Beijing and Moscow.
To Deepen Relations With Uzbekistan, Turkey Leans on Cultural Appeal
By Niginakhon Saida
Amid a rapid rapprochement, Ankara has relied on soft power in Uzbekistan by strengthening cultural ties in language and education opportunities. But is it enough?
Turkey’s Growing Influence in Central Asia
By Genevieve Donnellon-May
Ankara, seeking alternatives to its often tense relations with the West, sees in Central Asia many great opportunities.
Uzbekistan, Turkey Elevate Ties to a ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’
By Catherine Putz
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is on a two-day visit to Uzbekistan, the latest step in the post-Karimov warming of ties.
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Could Overturn the Strategic Balance in Central Asia, Too
By Nima Khorrami
Putin’s push for restoring Moscow’s past glories could very well bring about its further demise: not just in Europe but also in Central Asia.
Allegations of Torture and Kyrgyz Involvement in Orhan Inandi case
By Catherine Putz
Inandi's lawyer suggests possible Kyrgyz involvement in his client's kidnapping; others suggest Inandi has been tortured.
Abducted From Kyrgyzstan, Educator Orhan Inandi Paraded in Turkey as a ‘Terrorist’
By Catherine Putz
Turkish President Erdogan, who previously denied knowing anything about Inandi, announced his "capture" by Turkish intelligence.
Kyrgyz President Japarov Visits Turkey
By Catherine Putz
Japarov reportedly asked about the disappearance of Orhan Inandi, but in typical style Erdogan dodged and stressed the need to combat “FETO.”
Turkey’s COVID-19 Diplomacy in Central Asia
By Shahid Hussain
Ankara has deployed heath care diplomacy in Central Asia and the Caucasus in the neverending contest for influence.
How Iran and Turkey Compete in Central Asian Trade
By Omid Rahimi and Ali Heydari
A closer look at how two pivotal players factor into subregional dynamics in this domain.
Afghanistan Plays Turkey's Game, Arrests Teachers Reportedly Linked to Gulen
By Catherine Putz
Kabul seems willing to pay the price to play with Ankara, that price being a few Turkish teachers.
Turkmenistan's Gülenist Crackdown
By Catherine Putz
Ashgabat needs to maintain amenable relations with Ankara.
Will Turkey Join the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Instead of the EU?
By Lina Wang
Turkish President Erdogan has his eyes set on joining China and Russia's security club.
Turkish Targeting of Gülen Movement Reaches into Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
Turkey to Kyrgyzstan: "If you do not change the attitude to them, then we will change the attitude to you."
A Tangled Web: Russia, Turkey and Central Asia
By Catherine Putz
Moscow’s displeasure with Ankara is trickling into Central Asia, but to varying degrees in each capital.
What’s Kazakhstan Role in Calming Russia-Turkey Tensions?
By Catherine Putz
Astana increasingly sees itself as a viable interlocutor between Russia and the world.
How Many Tajik ISIS Recruits Were Arrested in Turkey?
By Catherine Putz
A story about 25 Tajik ISIS recruits seems to have became a story about one Tajik ISIS recruit.
Turkey in Central Asia: Turkic Togetherness?
By Ryskeldi Satke, Casey Michel and Sertaç Korkmaz
Ankara has been noticeably reticent developing ties in the former Soviet sphere.
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