The complexities surrounding derussifying names are an example of how past legacies are still felt in the region, affecting even the most basic life decisions.

A Soviet-era Central Asian pop music anthology shines a light on the region's ethnic diversity and music that transcends genres from Korean brass bands to Uyghur garage rock to Crimean jazz.

By Bruce Pannier The Kyrgyz Republic’s “Tulip” or “People’s” Revolution – the 20 anniversary of which falls on March 24 – is ...

The United States and European Union have demonstrated rising interest in Central Asia’s critical minerals in recent months.

Mongolia looks to use its upgraded relationship with Kazakhstan to forge closer ties with Central Asia writ large.

Central Asia’s venture ecosystem is reaching a new level, positioning the region as an increasingly significant player on the global venture map.

Armed with anecdotes, historical evidence, maps and slides, the author-historian outlined India's ancient soft power in his session at the India Today Conclave 2025 ...

Far from an isolated success, the accord builds on a 2021 breakthrough between Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan that similarly resolved a Soviet-era border impasse through dialogue. Together, these ...