How Putin’s Coup-Proofing Measures Have Undermined Russia’s War Effort in Ukraine
Authoritarian leaders like President Vladimir Putin are faced with a dilemma: they require their military forces to competently conduct campaigns against external enemies, but...
Developing Far Eastern Region Russia’s Priority
The Eastern Economic Forum (EEF) is held annually in cooperation with the Far East regional administration, in the city of Vladivostok. Three years of...
From Disintegration to Cooperation: Kazakhstan’s perspective in Central Asian Integration
The Russia-Ukraine war has underscored the significance of regional integration among the Central Asian states. A cohesive Central Asia could serve as a counterweight...
Navigating Kazakhstan’s New Economic Landscape for Foreign Investment
In his recent state-of-the-nation address, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan unveiled a comprehensive plan focused on economic reforms and the new economic course for...
Russia’s Revolutionary Echoes: Is Another Upheaval on the Horizon?
After unsuccessful Russian blitzkrieg in Ukraine, lingering questions persist about the possibility of a political crisis unfolding in Russia. While numerous experts entertained the...
Navigating Water Conflict in Central Asia: The Amu Darya River and the Qosha Tepa Canal Project
In the post-Soviet era, Central Asia experienced a pronounced upsurge in geopolitical tensions, significantly shifting the focus toward the pressing matter of the water...
Formation of Kazakhstan’s national identity as foundation for the prosperity of the country
The process of nation-state building includes both the development of state institutions and the formation and structuring of national identity. The successful solution of...
Current state of affairs in the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia
Asia is rapidly evolving into the main driver of international development of the 21st century, both in terms of its economic potential and impact...
Russia, an amazing journey from the past to the past
Evolutionary principles apply not only to the natural world but also to societies. Nations need to succeed and compete internationally, which drives them to...
Shifting Political Reality Forces Central Asia to Seek Detente with the Taliban
With a great challenge of extremism and terrorism, Central Asia kept a close eye on its security and relationship with neighboring countries. Afghanistan and...