American Dilemma in Central Asia: Why Does US Prevent Region from Opening Up to South?
The United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations recently held hearings on the topic of the future of U.S. strategy in the Black Sea region, during which Republican Senator Steve Daines stated that the South Caucasus and Central Asia possess significant natural resources, many of which remain undeveloped or underutilized. Frederick Starr, the founder and…
Kazakh President Calls for UN Security Council Reform in State Address
ASTANA – Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, in his recent state-of-the-nation address, highlighted the significance of the United Nations’ 80th anniversary, calling it an indispensable platform for negotiations. At the same time, he stressed the need to reform the UN Security Council. Tokayev’s stance reflects Kazakhstan’s broader effort to position itself as an influential player on…
25 Years of SCO: Central Asian Bloc Evolves into Global Player
ASTANA – The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) marked its 25th anniversary with its largest summit to date, signaling its evolution from a regional bloc focused on Central Asia to a platform addressing global issues. The summit, held on August 31–September 1 in Tianjin, brought together over 30 world leaders, including Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan…
