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Kazakhstan pursues own path while wedded to Russia
Sporadic shutdowns of Kazakhstan's main oil export pipeline highlight the country's vulnerability to Russia
KazakhstanFormer Soviet states talk up 'Middle Corridor' route
A freight route via the Caucasus and Central Asia offers an alternative route from China to Europe
Central AsiaSocial media reflect Russia's view of neighbours
A senior Russian official appeared to post offensive comments about Kazakhstan and then delete them
KazakhstanKazakh leader builds power while fending off Russia
President Tokayev has won a referendum that promises a new deal but really consolidates his position
KazakhstanIranian economic ties with Central Asia are improving
Iran reported increased trade flows with fellow Shanghai Cooperation Organisation countries
IranKazakhstan refrains from comment on Russian oil move
Russia has ordered a shutdown on Kazakhstan's main oil export route
KazakhstanRussia cannot expect Central Asian backing for war
Despite close ties with Moscow, Central Asian states, especially the two largest, have not fallen in line on the war
Central AsiaKazakh leader must add substance to reform promises
President Tokayev has comfortably won a referendum designed to enhance his position, but it is short on substance
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