Climate Change
Japan launches new decarbonization dialogue with Central Asia
Tokyo aims to blunt Russian and Chinese influence in key region
Politics
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
Belt and Road
China's Belt and Road at crossroads as more loans turn sour
10 years in, Beijing enjoys greater clout but new investments trend down
Politics
Kazakhstan to hold referendum on nuclear plant construction
President Tokayev acknowledges safety worries; vote date undecided
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
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
Ukraine war
Kazakhstan woos over 400 Western firms exiting Russia
Exodus by businesses lifts Central Asian economy
Opinion
Kazakhstan's backdoor trade with Russia must be stopped
Time for sanctions over funneling of restricted goods to support war in Ukraine
Terrorism
Afghanistan-based extremists spark terror fears in Central Asia
Islamic State's branch beefing up propaganda to recruit Uzbek, Tajik fighters
International relations
China's Xi pledges billions in loans to Central Asian nations
Beijing aiming to fill void left by Russia in former Soviet republics
International relations
China to convene Central Asian leaders to counter G-7 summit
Xi aims to bolster ties on security, Belt and Road projects
Opinion
Uzbekistan's improved constitutional rights are meaningless
Law already guaranteed freedoms, no reason to expect implementation
Politics
Uzbekistan votes 'yes' to new constitution in victory for president
Mirziyoyev wins more time as critics question promises of more power to the people
Opinion
Uzbekistan's revised constitution can support democratic transition
Citizens have come to expect protection of rights and freedoms
International relations
India sends Pakistan a message, Russia slams West at SCO meeting
Moscow's defense minister urges 8-member bloc to tighten military ties
Turkey elections
Turkey's Erdogan touts accomplishments ahead of tight election
Pro-Western rival Kilicdaroglu holds narrow lead in poll
Politics
Kazakhstan's new parliament has old look after reset falls short
Election marred by uneven playing field, apathy and allegations of irregularities
Politics
Kazakhstan election offers rare opening for independent voices
Post-unrest reforms add meaning to Sunday's vote despite democratic shortcomings
Pharmaceuticals
India probes cough syrup linked to Uzbekistan child deaths
Allegations echo Gambia scandal, casting new doubts on 'pharmacy of the world'
Opinion
2023 outlook: Central Asia is not out of the woods yet
Spillover effects from Ukraine and Afghanistan, so far limited, still pose risk
International relations
Turkic world sees 'risks and opportunities' as Russia stumbles
Turkey, EU, China seek to make inroads into Central Asia and the Caucasus
Politics
Kazakhstan seen tilting to China after president's landslide win
Tokayev shifts country away from predecessor Nazarbayev and Moscow