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The Caspian Security Conference organized by the Washington-based Caspian Policy Center and the Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies (NESA Center) of the U.S. National Defense University, will explore the future of security for the Greater Caspian Region following Russia&rsquo;s invasion of Ukraine. Conference sessions will examine the following questions:&nbsp;

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&nbsp;- What role can the United States play in helping Caspian countries maintain positive relations with all partners in the region?&nbsp;

&nbsp;-&nbsp;How can the United States and Caspian countries work together to stabilize Eurasian markets in the wake of Russian sanctions and prevent sanction busting?&nbsp;

&nbsp;- How can the United States and its European allies work with the Caspian region to ensure stable energy markets in the wake of Western disengagement from the Russian energy market?&nbsp;

&nbsp;- What can the Caspian countries do to insulate themselves from potential security threats stemming from the invasion of Ukraine?&nbsp;

&nbsp;- How can the United States and its allies aid the Caspian countries in countering security threats from malign actors?&nbsp;

&nbsp;- Can the United States and its NATO allies create successful comprehensive national security partnerships with Caspian countries?&nbsp;

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After gaining independence, the countries of the South Caucasus and Central Asia quickly set out to build international relationships, protect their sovereignty, and safeguard their national security. The United States began forming political and security relationships with the Caspian region and all eight countries joined the NATO Partnership for Peace. During the U.S. and NATO mission in Afghanistan, countries on both sides of the Caspian Sea provided essential assistance to the United States and Europe. International forces departed Afghanistan on August 31, 2021, leaving the political and security outlook of the country and its neighbors in question. Then, early in January 2022, the region saw CSTO troops deployed for the first time to Kazakhstan and on February 24 Russia invaded Ukraine.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan and Russia&#39;s invasion of Ukraine have demonstrated a need to reevaluate relations with traditional security partners and great powers, leaving the Caspian countries in the difficult position of determining their security future. As the United States and Europe come together to impose heavy sanctions on Russia, the Caspian region must navigate complex political, defense, and economic ties between Russia and the West. The countries of the region will need to develop and employ decisive, creative, and cooperative solutions to both protect their national security and to collaborate with a diverse set of international partners.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Caspian Security Conference: What Comes Next for the Caspian Region Following the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

The Caspian Policy Center is proud to host 30 Years of U.S.-Caspian Relations: A Celebration to honor the 30th anniversary of partnership between the United States and the countries of the Caspian region. In coordination of Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, the celebration will bring together policymakers, business leaders, and members of the academic community at the National Press Club to honor the accomplishments of U.S.-Caspian relationship over the past three decades.&nbsp;

Celebrating 30 Years of U.S.- Caspian Diplomatic Relations

For thirty years, U.S.- Caspian engagement has proven a critical component of regional stability and goodwill. In 2021, the countries of the Caspian region celebrated their thirtieth year of independence, and the Caspian Policy Center, which has served as a bridge between the region and the United States celebrated its fifth anniversary. To celebrate what the countries of the Caspian region have achieved in their independence and to look towards future U.S.-Caspian prosperity in the next thirty years, the Caspian Policy Center is proud to host a panel of senior representatives to discuss the past, present, and future of U.S.-Caspian relations.   &nbsp;

30 Years of U.S.-Caspian Diplomatic Relations

To follow the summit of the Turkic Council in Istanbul this November, the Caspian Policy Center is organizing a special ambassadorial briefing. This year&rsquo;s summit witnessed considerable changes to the Turkic Council, including its restructuring into the Organization of Turkic States. At this event we will hear from the ambassadors of member states, as they share their thoughts on what the organization will mean for the future of the region, and what roles it can serve to facilitate closer ties between the Turkic countries.

In addition to representatives from the embassies, the briefing will include experts from leading think tanks and key U.S. government agencies. Lunch will be provided.

Events

Caspian Security Conference: What Comes Next for the Caspian Region Following the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

Celebrating 30 Years of U.S.- Caspian Diplomatic Relations

30 Years of U.S.-Caspian Diplomatic Relations

Caspian Ambassadorial Briefing: The Organization of Turkic States

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