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The End of the Near Abroad

Putin’s war on Ukraine marks the end of the near abroad—the idea that Russia enjoys a special status in much of the post-Soviet space. But while Russia’s neighbors are seeking greater independence, they are not necessarily turning West.

· May 16, 2024
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The EU’s Incomplete Strategy for Central Asia

The EU will need to increase its visibility in Central Asia if it wants to have influence in a region facing immense challenges from China and India, but also from Afghanistan and threats of terrorism.

  • Murat Laumulin
· December 3, 2019
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Promoting Regional Cooperation and Development in Central Asia
March 2, 2009

Strengthening regional cooperation in Central Asia is one of the most powerful ways to foster development and would enable the states of the region to better meet the daunting individual and collective challenges they face.