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The Central Asian Republics—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan—are located at the nexus of Russia, China, South Asia, and the Middle East. Leveraging their critical geography, these nations are renewing their role as the crossroads of trade between the West and Asia—resulting in significant economic development, especially in the sectors of energy and natural resources. While moves toward reform and democracy have been made since independence in 1991, corruption and human rights issues remain prevalent throughout the region.

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Natural gas and the energy transition: Security, equity, and achieving net zero

New Atlanticist May 20, 2023

The US can help Central Asia avoid China’s awkward embrace

China just wrapped up a summit with Central Asian countries, but the US should not cede the territory. Washington should energize economic and security cooperation.

Report Apr 28, 2023

Kazakhstan could lead Central Asia in mitigating the world’s energy and food shortages

By Margarita Assenova, Ariel Cohen, and Wesley Hill

The five Central Asian states can make a meaningful contribution to mitigating the world’s energy and food deficits, but this will require determination by local governments and the commitment of Western government and business partners.

Central Asia Energy & Environment

New Atlanticist Sep 6, 2023

The United States must strengthen its engagement with Central Asia

By Mark Temnycky

As the upcoming US-Central Asian summit approaches, the administration must prioritize its engagement in the region.

Central Asia China

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How can Kazakhstan and Central Asia help power and feed the world?

Central Asia has the potential to mitigate the global energy and food shortages that have been exacerbated by Russia’s war of aggression. What are the most significant challenges facing Central Asia’s energy and food export potential?

Central Asia Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia Geopolitics & Energy Security

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Thirty years of US-Kazakhstan relations: The winter crisis and path forward

January’s unrest in Kazakhstan underscores some of the challenges with the country’s economic development and growing geopolitical importance. What does that means for the next thirty years and the country’s relationship with the United States?

Central Asia Geopolitics & Energy Security Political Reform Politics & Diplomacy

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Apr 24, 2024

Natural gas and the energy transition: Security, equity, and achieving net zero

By Phillip Cornell

A new report on the future of natural gas in the energy mix and financing in the context of the energy transition and energy security prerogatives.

Africa Central Asia

EnergySource

Apr 3, 2024

Central and Eastern Europe needs to rethink its approach to energy security

By Pawel Czyzak and Nolan Theisen

The upcoming Three Seas Initiative Summit is an opportune time for Central and Eastern European leaders to pivot toward clean, affordable, and local renewables to build energy security.

Central Asia Central Europe

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Mar 11, 2024