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Analyses |
| Mariusz Marszewski, Krzysztof Strachota
Russia’s ostentatious return to Uzbekistan
Analyses |
| Aleksandra Jarosiewicz, Krzysztof Strachota
The undisguised purpose of appointment of a new Prime Minister is to strengthen the government, both against internal and external challenges.
OSW Studies |
| Krzysztof Strachota, Aleksandra Jarosiewicz
The collapse of the USSR brought about conditions conducive to the dynamic development of relations between Central Asia and China. These relations have evolved from deep mistrust to the continually growing Chinese presence primarily in…
Analyses |
| Krzysztof Strachota
The twelfth summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) took place on 6-7 June in Beijing. The summit was attended by the presidents of the organisation’s member states: China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and…
Analyses |
| Józef Lang, Marek Matusiak, Krzysztof Strachota
In the next two years, the region’s role will grow significantly for the West; Central Asia is entering a period of crucial importance in connection with the mission in Afghanistan, but is also coming into a series of important…
Analyses |
| Krzysztof Strachota
On 15 January, early elections to the lower house of parliament in Kazakhstan were held. According to preliminary results (the final results will be announced by 22 January), on a turnout of around 75%, the ruling Nur Otan party won (with…
Analyses |
| Aleksandra Jarosiewicz, Marek Matusiak, Krzysztof Strachota
On 16 December in Zhanaozen (Mangystau region) riots broke out, and as a result of the pacification action at least ten people died. In the following days, demonstrations were also held at other places in the region.
Analyses |
| Krzysztof Strachota
The army’s spectacular defeat in the fight with rebels in the Rasht Valley has laid bare the frailty of Tajikistan and the policy of its president; at the same time it has opened the country up to massive internal shocks. This poses a risk…
Analyses |
| Krzysztof Strachota
Tajikistan is currently witnessing small-scale armed clashes, bomb attacks and signs of political tensions. The continuation of these trends would mean the strengthening of a ‘zone of instability’ linking Afghanistan and Central Asia.
Analyses |
| Krzysztof Strachota
The calm manner in which the constitutional referendum has been conducted and the adoption of a new constitution in Kyrgyzstan do not mean a stabilisation of the country; nor will divergent approaches of global powers contribute to it.