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The President of Abkhazia Aslan Bzhania Resigned
The President of Abkhazia Aslan Bzhania Resigned
What does the resignation of Abkhazia President Aslan Bzhania mean for the region? By Francesco Stuffer. (12/12/2024) Read More...


Biden Administration’s Shortsightedness Endangers Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process
Biden Administration’s Shortsightedness Endangers Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Process
Author argues the Biden administration’s policies in the South Caucasus risk the US losing its partners in the region and damaging its interests. By Rufat Ahmadzada. (10/16/2024) Read More...


Energy Diplomacy – Southern Gas Corridor
Energy Diplomacy – Southern Gas Corridor

Analysis of Azerbaijan's Southern Gas Corridor (SGC) as a strategic pathway for both the EU and Azerbaijan amidst the ongoing energy transition. By Zhuldyz Ramazanova. (04/24/2024)

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Unable to Adapt: How the US Damaged its Role in the South Caucacus Peace Process
Unable to Adapt: How the US Damaged its Role in the South Caucacus Peace Process

Author argues that the Biden administration has damaged its chance to broker the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia and, as a result, talks failed. By Rufat Ahmadzada. (02/12/2024)

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The Callous Withdrawal from Afghanistan
The Callous Withdrawal from Afghanistan

Historical background and commentary about Afghanistan and the U.S. withdrawal.  By Sartaj Chaudhary. (09/11/2021)

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Post-War Afghanistan, the US, NATO, and Regional Politics: A Brief Analysis
Post-War Afghanistan, the US, NATO, and Regional Politics: A Brief Analysis

Examining Post-War Afghanistand and the path ahead.  By Sohail Mahmood. (09/02/2021)

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President Biden is Right in Staying the Course in Kabul
President Biden is Right in Staying the Course in Kabul

In spite of the recent terrorist bombings in Kabul, President Bident is correct to move forward in Afghanistan. By Dr. Sohail Mahmood. (08/28/2021)

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Saigonisation of Afghanistan ?
Saigonisation of Afghanistan ?

Author examines the ongoing withdrawal of the US-NAO troops from Afghanistan, its historical parallels, and geopolitical consequences.  By Tomislav Jakic. (07/12/2021)

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The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict Has No Military Solution
The Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict Has No Military Solution

Amid escalated 6-week military confrontation, experts have called for a political solution to the situation around Nagorno-Karabakh and mutual concessions.  By Malika Mukhitdinova. (12/23... Read More...



Necessary but Ill-timed: the ICC Investigation into the Afghanistan Situation
Necessary but Ill-timed: the ICC Investigation into the Afghanistan Situation

Author analyzes and critiqus recent ICC authorization to investigate war crimes and crimes against humanity in Afghanistan. By Faith Fisher. (06/01/2020)

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Economic reforms in Azerbaijan: new platform for public-private dialogue
Economic reforms in Azerbaijan: new platform for public-private dialogue

Economic reforms in Azerbaijan look promising for its economic development, sustainability and attracting FDI.  By Dr. Shaig Adigozalov. (09/16/2019)

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The Uzbek-Ukrainian Commercial Dispute
The Uzbek-Ukrainian Commercial Dispute

Paper analyzes whether the recent developed dispute between Uzbekistan and Ukraine holds any serious consequences.  By Khumoyun Akhmadov. (03/25/2019)

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Back to the Afghan Future
Back to the Afghan Future

The security challenges of Afghanistan's reconstruction and development.  By Dr. Gilles-Emmanuel Jacquet . (03/22/2019)

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Shavkat Mirziyoyev or Lee Kuan Yew of Uzbekistan?
Shavkat Mirziyoyev or Lee Kuan Yew of Uzbekistan?

Comparing leaders Shavkat Mirziyoyev of Uzbekistan and Singapore's Lee Kuan Yew.  By Otabek Akromovy. (11/15/2017)

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Essay examines policy sources of Uzbekistan's founding farmer, Islam Karimov, the main principles of which are used by the current administration under Shavkat Mirziyoyev. By Otabek A... Read More...



The founding father of Uzbekistan, Islam Karimov and the sources of his political philosophy
The founding father of Uzbekistan, Islam Karimov and the sources of his political philosophy

Essay examines the policy sources of Uzbekistan's founding father, Islam Karimov policy, the main principles of which are used by the current administration under Shavkat Mirziyoyev.  ... Read More...



Blasting its way into no future: Spiraling insecurity amidst political chaos in Afghanistan
Blasting its way into no future: Spiraling insecurity amidst political chaos in Afghanistan

Security issues plague Afghanistan's problematic National Unity Government. By Chayanika Saxena. (06/17/2017)

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Concerting for peace in Afghanistan: Will the ‘meeting of six’ have a tune to play?
Concerting for peace in Afghanistan: Will the ‘meeting of six’ have a tune to play?

What's the hope for Afghanistan's current peace process involving regional powers?  By Chayanika Saxena. (03/19/2017)

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La-La-Land of Central Asia: Kazakhstan and its “Astana Code of Conduct”
La-La-Land of Central Asia: Kazakhstan and its “Astana Code of Conduct”

Analysis of Kazakhstan's Astana Code of Conduct, a multi-lateral effort to fight terrorism. By Samantha Brletich. (02/01/2017)

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Sino-Russian neighborhood policy: Kazakhstan – Euroasian heart of gold
Sino-Russian neighborhood policy: Kazakhstan – Euroasian heart of gold

Kazakhstan is placed to be a Euo-Asian center. Can it achieve that goal?  By Filippo Romeo. (12/28/2016)

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The Specter of Kazakh Instability: Heightened Stakes of Sino-Russian Interests in the Steppes
The Specter of Kazakh Instability: Heightened Stakes of Sino-Russian Interests in the Steppes

What does the threat of instability in Kazakhstan mean for her two largest neighbors: China and Russia?  By Justin Cheung. (09/13/2016)

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Will Afghanistan’s Lone Fighter Succeed?
Will Afghanistan’s Lone Fighter Succeed?

Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani is fighting wars on multiple fronts. What are his prospects for success? By Ali Reza Sarwar. (07/27/2016)

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Interests and Influences of Major External Actors in Central Asia
Interests and Influences of Major External Actors in Central Asia

Report analyzes Central Asia and current and emerging external actors in the region. By Prof. Anis H. Bajrektarevic & Samantha Brletich. (07/06/2016)

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The Influence of Regional State Actors in Afghanistan’s Political Stability
The Influence of Regional State Actors in Afghanistan’s Political Stability

Report explores the influence of regional state actors in Afghanistan’s political stability post-2001, focusing on armed extremism and the Afghan opium economy as the two primary factors of i... Read More...



Suicidal Nuclear Gambit on Caucasus
Suicidal Nuclear Gambit on Caucasus

It's a game of Poker at best, game of chess at worst, and neither option should be celebrated.  By Petra Posega.  (05/19/2016)

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Is Caucasus the next Syria - Don’t forget OSCE
Is Caucasus the next Syria - Don’t forget OSCE

Can OSCE effectively negotiate conflict resolution in the Caucasus? By Aleksandra Krstic. (04/29/2016)

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New Run in Kazakhstan?
New Run in Kazakhstan?

What do next month's elections say about Kazakhstan? By Alessandro Lundini. (Modern Diplomacy, 03/15/2015)

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Do Taliban Threaten Us?
Do Taliban Threaten Us?

What threat does the still Taliban present in the region?  By Kashi Pandit. (03/06/2015)

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Can Afghanistan Avoid the History of Ethnic Subjugation?
Can Afghanistan Avoid the History of Ethnic Subjugation?

Ghani’s inner circle is harming his ability to speak for all Afghans.  By Ali Reza Sarwar (03/03/2015). 

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Kazakhstan Becomes Centrepiece in Eurasian Diplomacy
Kazakhstan Becomes Centrepiece in Eurasian Diplomacy

In a phase of declining oil prices and economic storm in neighbouring Russia, Kazakhstan has engaged in intense diplomatic activity with the West and other Central Asian countries. By Dr. Ernesto G... Read More...



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