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Uzbekistan in the United States: A Path for Stronger Partnerships

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Analysis

Uzbekistan in the United States: A Path for Stronger Partnerships

Author: Meray Ozat

Date: Sep 22, 2023

This week’s United Nations General Assembly meetings brought in a lot of changes- and investments- to Uzbekistan...


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Takeaways from Kazakhstan's Active Role at the UNGA

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Takeaways from Kazakhstan's Active Role at the UNGA

Author: Nicholas Castillo

Date: Sep 21, 2023

With a flurry of diplomatic developments, Kazakhstan has emerged as an active participant at the ongoing...


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First-Ever C5+1 Presidential Gathering: An “Historic Moment” for the United States and Central Asia

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Analysis

First-Ever C5+1 Presidential Gathering: An “Historic Moment” for the United States and Central Asia

Author: Haley Nelson

Date: Sep 21, 2023

“This is a historic moment,” U.S. President Joe Biden told the leaders of Central Asia during their first-ever C5+1...


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Central Asia Consultative Meeting: Strengthening Regional Ties and Expanding Horizons

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Analysis

Central Asia Consultative Meeting: Strengthening Regional Ties and Expanding Horizons

Author: Meray Ozat

Date: Sep 18, 2023

On September 14, Dushanbe hosted the 5th Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia...


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A SUMMIT FOR THE HISTORY BOOKS

Guest Contributions, Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Security and Politics Program (SPP), Analysis

A SUMMIT FOR THE HISTORY BOOKS

Author: Assel Nussupova

Date: Sep 15, 2023

On September 19, history will be made.  US President Joseph R. Biden will host the leaders of five Central Asian countries...


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Biden's Presidential Outreach to Central Asia—A Strategic Shift in U.S. Foreign Policy

Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Security and Politics Program (SPP), Analysis

Biden's Presidential Outreach to Central Asia—A Strategic Shift in U.S. Foreign Policy

Author: Samantha Fanger

Date: Sep 15, 2023

For the first time, leaders of all five Central Asian republics will meet with U.S. President Joseph Biden in a formal C5+1 meeting...


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CPC COMMENTARY: THE TIME HAS COME FOR PRESIDENT BIDEN TO ANNOUNCE A C8+1

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

CPC COMMENTARY: THE TIME HAS COME FOR PRESIDENT BIDEN TO ANNOUNCE A C8+1

During the third week of September at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City...


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Central Asia in Focus

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Central Asia in Focus

Author: Bruce Pannier

Date: Sep 13, 2023

Welcome to Central Asia in Focus, a newsletter offering insight and analysis on events shaping the region’s political future...


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Navigating the Lachin Road: Renewed Tensions Call for Armenia and Azerbaijan to Resume Negotiations

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Azerbaijan’s Presidential Aide Visits Israel and Emphasizes Strong Shared Bond

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Analysis

Azerbaijan’s Presidential Aide Visits Israel and Emphasizes Strong Shared Bond

Author: Josephine Freund

Date: Sep 8, 2023

Azerbaijani-Israeli relations are reaching new heights as the Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan...


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Kazakhstan: Paving the Way for Economic Transformation and Global Connectivity

Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Kazakhstan: Paving the Way for Economic Transformation and Global Connectivity

Author: Meray Ozat

Date: Sep 8, 2023

During his speech, the President's commitment to improving the transportation sector was...


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Absheron Gas Field Inauguration Signifies New Energy Partnerships in the Caspian Region

Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Absheron Gas Field Inauguration Signifies New Energy Partnerships in the Caspian Region

Author: Samantha Fanger

Date: Sep 7, 2023

On August 31, an inauguration ceremony for the Absheron gas and condensate field was held in Baku....


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United States-Türkiye Rapprochement: NATO Allies Hold Largest Military Drills in 7 Years

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Analysis

United States-Türkiye Rapprochement: NATO Allies Hold Largest Military Drills in 7 Years

Author: Toghrul Ali

Date: Sep 6, 2023

In August, Türkiye and the United States held their largest joint military exercises in seven years...


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Afghanistan’s Canal Project Threatens Central Asian Water Security

Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Afghanistan’s Canal Project Threatens Central Asian Water Security

Author: Meray Ozat

Date: Sep 5, 2023

Central Asia’s water security is facing a serious threat as the Taliban government continues to move...


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Central Asia in Focus

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Central Asia in Focus

Author: Bruce Pannier

Date: Aug 30, 2023

Welcome to Central Asia in Focus, a newsletter that offers insight and analysis on the events shaping the region's political future....


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Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan Deepen Bilateral Ties

Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan Deepen Bilateral Ties

Author: Toghrul Ali

Date: Aug 30, 2023

President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev conducted a working visit to Azerbaijan on August 22-23...


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Strong Azerbaijani-Turkish Relations Reinforced through Güler’s Visit to Azerbaijan

Security and Politics Program (SPP), Analysis

Strong Azerbaijani-Turkish Relations Reinforced through Güler’s Visit to Azerbaijan

Author: Josephine Freund

Date: Aug 29, 2023

The 'two states, one nation' concept persists as Türkiye continues to back Azerbaijan “on the battlefield and at the negotiating...


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Hungary Signs Breakthrough Energy Deals with Caspian Leaders

Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Hungary Signs Breakthrough Energy Deals with Caspian Leaders

Author: Toghrul Ali

Date: Aug 29, 2023

As a part of Hungary’s National Day celebrations on August 20, several leaders from around the world visited...


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Potential Partnership: Southeast Asian Nations as Emerging Allies of Central Asia

Energy and Economy Program (EEP), Analysis

Potential Partnership: Southeast Asian Nations as Emerging Allies of Central Asia

Author: Meray Ozat

Date: Aug 25, 2023

Multi-vector foreign policy has remained a staple of Central Asian foreign policy amidst the recent geopolitical instability...


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Garibashvili’s Visit to Israel: Greater Bilateral Relations

Technology Policy Program (TPP), Analysis

Garibashvili’s Visit to Israel: Greater Bilateral Relations

Author: Josephine Freund

Date: Aug 25, 2023

On August 17, Prime Minister of Georgia Irakli Garibashvili began his official visit to Israel...