Kazakhstan
KAZAKHSTAN: Astana sees first results of reform
Kazakhstan's impressive growth performance and sustained reform present a model for states in the...
KazakhstanRUSSIA/CENTRAL ASIA: Putin lobbies for new gas route
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Astana on Wednesday and had talks today with...
RussiaCENTRAL ASIA: Tensions thwart Aral Sea revival
The Aral Sea disaster symbolises the environmental problems facing Central Asia. Their mitigation...
Central AsiaRUSSIA: Transneft receives government's stake in CPC
Russia has transferred its 24% stake in the Chevron-led Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) to its...
RussiaEU/CENTRAL ASIA: EU seeks influence through strategy
EU foreign ministers yesterday concluded the discussion on a draft version of the EU's first-ever...
Central AsiaCENTRAL ASIA: Clans remain key factor in region
In all Central Asian states, most formal executive authority is vested in the president. However,...
Central AsiaKAZAKHSTAN: Export routes secure policy independence
High oil prices, rising production and increased corporate support for new Western export routes...
KazakhstanARMENIA: New premier is presidential contender
Defence Minister Serge Sarkisian was appointed prime minister on April 4. Sarkisian's...
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