Eurasianet

In the first episode of our new podcast, we discuss a watershed moment in Central Asia's independent history, as Putin's war pushed the countries into China's arms. Plus, the worst violence yet between Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan. And more.

Echoes of war drowned out talk of peace.

Most visitors to the Instagram account are aware it is not a news website.

It sounded like Xi Jinping was warning Putin against any adventures in Central Asia.

The city has changed name at least six times in its relatively brief history.

The president promises reform, but don't expect political pluralism.

ArcelorMittal is hearing more complaints from government, as well as the public.

Many of the people backing the move were once among the former leader's most ardent champions.

Russians seeking to relocate away from their country are likely targets.

A new opinion poll offers a rare glimpse at how the war is perceived in Central Asia.

Parliamentary elections will take place in the first half of 2023.

The Ukraine war has upended the Russian-language dubbing of Western blockbusters. Kazakh cinemas are turning to domestic features.

Authorities appear happy to chase the former first family’s money, but are squeamish about accusing them of mutiny.

For all its billions spent, China still controls only a small share of Kazakh oil output.

Kazakhstan is dependent on Russia for its main oil export route, which has run into repeated problems since Nur-Sultan refused to support Moscow’s war.

Sanctions on Russia have stopped deliveries from the factories that traditionally supplied Kazakhstan.

The Chinese economy is not the one Kazakhs watch most closely.

Eurasianet’s correspondent in northern Kazakhstan has been following a dispute between a small town and its main employer, which appears to be heading for the exit.

The shortages have been fueled by a Russian export ban.

China wants Russia to stop interfering with Kazakh oil exports.

Farmers suspect authorities are reluctant to offer a diagnosis, as some diseases would require the government to pay compensation.

The announcement seems to be tied to a deranged post on the former Russian president’s social media.

Authorities have detected and shut down around 100 illegal mining farms since the start of the year.

The authorities are showing signs of wishing to move on from memories of the turmoil.

Officials have accused speculators of causing last year's price spikes.