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Why the Taliban Wants to Talk with the US
Can the Donald Trump administration stomach the short-term political costs of engaging with…
Why the US Must Include the Organization of Turkic…
The Organization of Turkic States is quickly becoming a crucial mode of engagement in the Central…
Why Kazakhstan May Be Vladimir Putin’s Next Target
Even if it emerges victorious in Ukraine, Russia can still sow the seeds of a future war of…
Iran’s Lost Opportunities in Central Asia
After the fall of the Soviet Union, a shared Persianate cultural heritage did not translate into…
Japan’s Development Pitch to Central Asia
By announcing new investments in Central Asia, Japan is entering a crowded field of competition and…
To Offset China, the US Must Engage with the Caspian…
The Donald Trump administration’s recent slew of deals in Central Asia must be accompanied by the…
How Russia Distorts Global Anti-Money Laundering…
The election of a Russian official to an international financial watchdog body underscores the abuse…
Can the West Bump Russia Out of Central Asia?
Despite its focus on the war in Ukraine, Russia shows no signs of letting go of its legacy influence…
How Kyrgyzstan Is Leading Central Asian Tourism
The post-Soviet republic seeks to diversify its economy beyond raw materials and portray itself as…
US Central Asia Policy Needs Follow-Through
The Trump administration’s newfound interest in Central Asia must be coupled with European…
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