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The evolution of religious regulation in Central Asia, 1991–2018

(Central Asian Survey) This article aims to provide a more complete and dynamic account of the legal framework that underpins religious regulation in Central Asia from independence in 1991 through…

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How Do The Belarus Protests Resonate In Central Asia? With Marat, Umarov, Safarov, and Pannier

(Majlis Podcast) For weeks, people in Belarus have been protesting against the results of that country’s August 9 presidential election that saw longtime incumbent leader Alyanksandr Lukashenka claim an overwhelming…

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McGlinchey: Central Asian elites’ dependency on Chinese development loans constitute one potential driver of anti-Chinese sentiment

(The Diplomat) Over the last decade, China cemented its position as a consequential actor in Central Asia. Motivated to increase regional connectivity, diversify sources of energy imports, and safeguard its western…

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Kassenova: Pompeo’s visit gave a boost to U.S.-Kazakhstan and U.S.-Uzbekistan relations, albeit his strong verbal attacks on China were most likely not appreciated

(Nikkei Asia Review) ALMATY, Kazakhstan — U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo took advantage of his visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan last week to lambast China over its treatment of its…

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Kassenova: Pompeo’s visit gave a boost to U.S.-Kazakhstan and U.S.-Uzbekistan relations, albeit his strong verbal attacks on China were most likely not appreciated