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Central Asian Leaders Swift to Send Congratulatory Notes to Trump

Central Asian Leaders Swift to Send Congratulatory Notes to Trump

By Catherine Putz
The messages provide a glimpse as to what the Central Asian states wish to see from the next U.S. administration and how they aim to position themselves.

Kazakhstan-US Convene Enhanced Strategic Partnership Dialogue in Astana

Kazakhstan-US Convene Enhanced Strategic Partnership Dialogue in Astana

By Catherine Putz
U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu heads to Uzbekistan and India next. 
How Kazakhstan Helps Russia Bypass Western Sanctions

How Kazakhstan Helps Russia Bypass Western Sanctions

By Rahimbek Abdrahmanov and Kamshat Zhumagulova
The parallel imports that pass through Kazakhstan to Russia represent a complex equation with variables ranging from the customs union to corruption.

Russian Fake News Targets Kazakhstan Over Supposed Bioweapons

Russian Fake News Targets Kazakhstan Over Supposed Bioweapons

By Wilder Alejandro Sánchez
Russian Telegram channels linked Kazakhstan to conspiracy theories about U.S. bioweapons in Ukraine. 

A Case for Greater US Engagement in Central Asia

A Case for Greater US Engagement in Central Asia

By Hunter Stoll
Russian and Chinese influence in the region will never go away. But the United States now has a rare and valuable window of opportunity.

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Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Repeal Jackson-Vanik for Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan

Bipartisan Bill Seeks to Repeal Jackson-Vanik for Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan

By Catherine Putz
Senators Murphy and Young stress that the time is ripe to drop the “outdated” restrictions of Jackson-Vanik and “redefine” the U.S. relationship with Central Asia.

A Cold War-Era Amendment is Preventing a Deepening of U.S. Relations With Central Asia

A Cold War-Era Amendment is Preventing a Deepening of U.S. Relations With Central Asia

By Chris Murphy
The U.S. has an opportunity to offer Central Asia a strategic alternative to China and Russia based on partnership rather than exploitation. The Jackson-Vanik amendment stands in the way.
Russian Ambassador to Kazakhstan Says US-NATO Steppe Eagle Exercise Will ‘No Longer Fly’

Russian Ambassador to Kazakhstan Says US-NATO Steppe Eagle Exercise Will ‘No Longer Fly’

By Catherine Putz
Without directly commenting, CENTOM told The Diplomat that “plans for shared military environments involving our partners in Kazakhstan are currently underway.” 

A New Era of Strategic Partnership: The US Engages to Find Opportunities in Central Asia

A New Era of Strategic Partnership: The US Engages to Find Opportunities in Central Asia

By Kristen Cheriegate
Central Asia will generally welcome -- and want -- U.S. attention, but will want a degree of circumspection.

US Looks to Central Asia to Stand Up to China on Xinjiang

US Looks to Central Asia to Stand Up to China on Xinjiang

By Catherine Putz
Washington's messaging is aimed both at Beijing and Central Asian capitals.

A New US Strategy for Central Asia: Continuity Under Better Conditions

A New US Strategy for Central Asia: Continuity Under Better Conditions

By Catherine Putz
The new strategy revolves around a familiar “holy trinity” -- independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity -- while acknowledging the power of new regional dynamics.
Pompeo, in Kazakhstan, Warns of China’s Growing Reach

Pompeo, in Kazakhstan, Warns of China’s Growing Reach

By Associated Press
The secretary of state pressed Kazakhstan to be wary of Chinese investment and influence, urging it and others to join calls demanding an end to China's repression of minorities.

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