Russia's resurgence through Central Asian cooperation
Central Asia, after the Soviet disintegration, has become one of the most important regions, not only for the Asian continent but also, for the global geo-politics. The region - comprising of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan - is rich in minerals and natural resources. With an attractive overall GDP in excess of 160 billion dollars, the region is sure an attraction for energy sector investors and global policy makers. This importance has also been realized by key regional players, especially Russia, in form of maintaining good ties with all these Central Asian states. Though it is virtually impossible to maintain equal ties with all states, keeping in view the different vested interests and policies, Russia has been successful in maintaining fruitful ties with most of them.
Azerbaijan waiting for agreements between EU and Turkmenistan for adoption decisions on Trans Caspian gas pipeline
Azerbaijan has practically lost optimism in respect of prospects for laying Trans Caspian gas pipeline for Turkmen gas supplies to Europe via Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkey.
Tajikistan Accuses Uzbekistan of Energy, Transport Blockade
The Tajik Embassy in Russia has issued a statement that claims Uzbekistan has imposed a transport and energy blockade that jeopardizes the Tajik economy, Fergana news agency reported on Tuesday.
US general holds talks with Tajikistan
General James Mattis, the head of U.S. Central Command, on Saturday held talks with Takjik President Emomali Rakhmon as Washington seeks continued support for its military operation in next-door Afghanistan.
FM to visit Kazakhstan, Armenia and Uzbekistan
Minister of Foreign Affairs Erato Kozakou Marcoullis departs for Moscow Sunday and will then travel to Kazakhstan, Armenia and Uzbekistan for working visits, between 2 and 6 April.
Israel and Azerbaijan: unlikely allies?
In the latest in a series of explosive reports on Israel's covert hostilities against Iran, one vigorously denied by both the Israeli government and Baku, Foreign Policy magazine has quoted anonymous US officials saying that Israel has secured access to airbases on Iran's northern border through its well-nurtured defence alliance with Azerbaijan.
Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan discuss economic and humanitarian cooperation
Turkmenistan and Kazakhstan discussed a wide range of bilateral issues during the foreign ministries' consultations, held in Ashgabat, the embassy of Turkmenistan in Azerbaijan said on Thursday.
President of Kyrgyzstan arrives in Azerbaijan
A guard of honor was lined up for the Kyrgyz President at the Heydar Aliyev International Airport decorated with the national flags of the two countries.
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