Comment
The ghost of Soviet Union returns to haunt Central Asia, Caucasus
Fear of Russian political meddling grows as its troops regain footing in Ukraine
Politics
Economy
Uzbekistan chases chemical hub dream with Chinese polymer tech
Nation aims to export value-added products made from its natural gas
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Terrorism
Moscow attack reveals ISIS-K's widening strategy of deadly disruption
Afghanistan IS-offshoot blamed for Russia's deadliest terror attack in two decades
Politics
Kyrgyzstan takes page from Russia in pushing 'foreign agents' law
Critics urge President Japarov not to sign bill that would squeeze NGOs and media
Arts
Russian war refugees boost Kazakhstan's theater scene
New plays bring diversity and cater to all ages in different languages
International relations
Russia-India trade route through Central Asia moves forward
Azerbaijan's role in shipping corridor turns into military advantage
Energy
Turkmenistan signs gas deal with Turkey, eyeing European sales
If finalized, Turkmenistan can reduce reliance on China as dominant customer
Politics
Kazakhstan aims for tricky economic reboot after cabinet shuffle
President Tokayev tasks new PM with spurring growth and trimming budget
International relations
U.S. has golden opportunity to engage Central Asia's Turkic states: analysts
In race to replace Russia, China and Iran also eye greater role in region
Sports
Turkmenistan's 'can't lose' soccer champs stir Soviet-era memories
Arkadag FC named after Central Asian nation's authoritarian ex-president
International relations
Japan looks to wean Kyrgyzstan off reliance on China, Russia
Leaders stress friendship, commitment to rule of law in Tokyo meeting
International relations
Turkey and France jostle for Central Asia influence as Russia declines
Ankara leads Turkic state summit while Macron visits Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan
International relations
Japan to invite Central Asian foreign ministers to G7 meeting next week
Tokyo steps up diplomatic outreach to region courted by China
Belt and Road
China's Li Qiang calls for progress on Central Asia railway
Belt and Road link to Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan has been delayed by cost debate
International relations
Russia, China, U.S. and more woo Central Asia with summit diplomacy
Moscow's fading influence in its backyard opens door for Western charm offensive
International relations
Japan takes regional approach to diplomacy with ASEAN, Central Asia
Tokyo draws inspiration from 30-year-old TICAD framework for Africa
International relations
Russia woos Central Asia with Putin's first trip under ICC warrant
CIS summit in Kyrgyzstan follows regional leaders' meetings with U.S., Europe
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Climate Change
Japan launches new decarbonization dialogue with Central Asia
Tokyo aims to blunt Russian and Chinese influence in key region
International relations
Japan seeks to boost Central Asia relations with 1st summit in 2024
Region crucial to China's Belt and Road Initiative is rich in resources
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China's Belt and Road at crossroads as more loans turn sour
10 years in, Beijing enjoys greater clout but new investments trend down
Ukraine war
Russia, Central Asia locked in tug of war over Ukraine recruiting
From Kazakhstan to Kyrgyzstan, states clamp down on mercenary activity
International relations
Russia tightens Central Asia ties for gas sales, dual-use supplies
West tightens sanctions screws on Kyrgyz, other companies dealing with Moscow
Politics
Uzbek president reelected for seven-year term in snap election
Mirziyoyev wins 87.1% of vote in race without viable opposition
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Politics
Uzbekistan leader Mirziyoyev eyes third term in weekend polls
Presidential election comes after Central Asian nation hit by deadly unrest
International relations
Putin claims unity, Xi slams decoupling at India-hosted SCO talks
Online meeting comes days after Wagner uprising shook Moscow and the region