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May 3, 2019

Cohen in Forbes: Kazakhstan’s Presidential Transition Bodes Well For Energy Investors

By Ariel Cohen

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Central Asia

New Atlanticist

Mar 25, 2019

Making sense of Nazarbayev’s abrupt resignation in Kazakhstan

By Dinara Pisareva

Nazarbayev’s abrupt departure from power may also be an attempt to preserve his image as the “father of the nation” and economic modernizer before things start to fall apart.

Central Asia Democratic Transitions

New Atlanticist

Mar 20, 2019

Nazarbayev’s resignation is a sign of strength

By Anders Åslund

His voluntary and well-planned resignation shows that Nazarbayev remained in full control and by no means was forced out.

Central Asia Democratic Transitions

New Atlanticist

Mar 19, 2019

Nazarbayev’s gift to Kazakhstan: An orderly transition?

By John M. Roberts

At a time when Kazakhstan faces tough economic choices and a potential for increasing social unrest, the need to avoid political turmoil is crucial.

Central Asia Democratic Transitions

New Atlanticist

Mar 19, 2019

Nazarbayev begins uncertain transition in Kazakhstan

By David A. Wemer

Rumors of Nazarbayev’s imminent departure emerged after the president asked the country’s Constitutional Court whether he had the right to resign or not earlier in February.

Central Asia Democratic Transitions

New Atlanticist

Dec 5, 2018

An uncertain future for Georgian democracy

By Luis Navarro

In her election night victory speech on November 28, Zurabishvili took an important, positive step by acknowledging the need to reach out to those who didn’t vote for her after a very tough and divisive race.

Central Asia The Caucasus

In the News

Nov 27, 2018

Cohen in Forbes: Kazatomprom IPO With Astana International Financial Center (AIX) Shows Global Appetite For Uranium

By Ariel Cohen

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Central Asia

EnergySource

Oct 23, 2018

Pulling east: The gravity of China’s Belt and Road in Eurasian energy

By Amb. Robert Cekuta

Uncertainties about the global oil market, apprehensions concerning Europe’s reliance on Russian natural gas, and an evolving geopolitical situation in Eurasia call for renewed focus on the Caspian Basin. Engaging the region, however, will be different than in the years following the Soviet Union’s collapse. At the time, the idea in Washington and other capitals […]

Central Asia Europe & Eurasia

In the News

May 7, 2018

Shaffer in Geopolitical Intelligence Services: Uzbekistan’s Reforms: Opening a New Era in Central Asia?

By Brenda Shaffer

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Central Asia

New Atlanticist

Apr 10, 2018

A new era for Uzbekistan

By Aziz Egamov and Rafael Sattarov

Shavkat Mirziyoyev has charted a fiercely independent foreign policy that aims to mend ties with Uzbekistan’s neighbors and boost its economy.

Central Asia

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