Central Asia
Kazakhstan’s Constitutional Court Continues to Uphold Legal Sovereignty and Citizen Rights
In every developed democracy, constitutional control bodies are considered as custodians of a state’s legal sovereignty. Tasked with safeguarding constitutional order, fundamental human rights,...
Can Kazakhstan’s Unprecedented Floods be Prevented in the Future?
As Kazakhstan and parts of Russia grapple with severe flooding due to rapid and unusually early snowmelt​ and heavy rainfall, the stark reality of...
Growing Importance of Central Asia to Europe
Central Asia, a diverse and geopolitically significant region, is characterized by its rich history, cultural heritage, and strategic location at the crossroads of Europe...
Unlocking Soft Power Potential: Kazakhstan’s Creative Economy as a Tool to Global Recognition
In the 2024 Brand Finance Global Soft Power Index, Kazakhstan ranked 80th, demonstrating a significant level of soft power influence. In contrast, other Central...
Central Asia and Its Role in global politics
There is a significant amount of high-quality scientific literature focused on Central Asia. Social and political scientists, historians, and anthropologists have studied this region...
The Silent Killer in Central Asia: How Environmental Degradation Leads to Societal Collapse
This paper sheds light on an often overlooked link between environmental degradation and societal collapse. By emphasizing how environmental disasters, from historical droughts to...
From Cotton Fields to Catwalks: Creating Uzbek Fashion Brands
Uzbekistan is a major world supplier of cotton and has a relatively well-developed textile and fabric industry, as well as traditional handicrafts. However, a...
Caspian Region: An Intersection of Religious Culture and Growing Geopolitical Dynamics
At the first waving blush, the Caspian forum concluded early December 2023 portrays huge untapped business and geopolitical implications. With evolving geopolitical situation steadily...
How can Central Asian countries promote collective regional identity
Authors: Alouddin and Ozod Tanbev*
In recent years, Central Asia has experienced a surge in regionalism, prompting discussions on the formation of a regional identity....
OTS on track to become EU equivalent
On November 3, 2023, the 10th Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) commenced in Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan. This summit brought...