... paramount role in ensuring economic stability of the Kyrgyz Republic. Current President Zhaparov, who took the lead as a result of another
coup d’état
, demonstrates his willingness to keep up this trajectory, signaling his neutrality in relation to the Ukrainian crisis. Thus, Kyrgyzstan voted against the exclusion of Russia from the UN Human Rights Council at the UN General Assembly, as Zhaparov has repeatedly underlined that Bishkek proceeds from the need to respect the Minsk agreements supported by the UN.
Evgeniya Makhmutova:
Does Tajikistan Have a Choice Amid ...
For most of Russia’s neighbours, the conflict between Moscow and Kiev opens up great opportunities
... ... states of Eurasia, located in close proximity to the borders of Russia.
Ivan Timofeev:
Ukrainian Crisis. Who Has the Upper Hand?
Turkey appears to be one of the key beneficiaries... ... return to Russia.
Turkmenistan is likely to benefit tangibly from rising gas prices. Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, on the contrary, may lose due to the reduction in the inflow...
... destabilization and of possible outside intervention. Thus, the delicate balance based on Russia’s role as the key external guarantor of the internal security of not only... ... put at risk.
The Ukrainian Scenario for Central Asia: Reflections and Distortions
The Ukrainian crisis has revived regional elites’ dormant fears of internal destabilization... ... economic and humanitarian consequences for the country
”. The public debate in Kyrgyzstan, a country that had survived two coups in 2005 and 2010, was focused on discussing...
