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An RFE/RL investigation found that companies controlled by billionaire Timur Kulibaev acquired formerly government-owned land in top locations in Kazakhstan’s business capital, Almaty. But he may have to fight to keep them. 

The repercussions of the apparent vulnerabilities in Uzbekistan’s energy system have wide implications, none more serious than for Afghanistan.

China ramps up its charm offensive in the EU, Beijing and Kyiv a year after Moscow's invasion, and chasing mineral wealth in Afghanistan.

Welcome back to the China In Eurasia briefing, an RFE/RL newsletter tracking China's resurgent influence from Eastern Europe to Central Asia. Talking

The coldest winter in at least 15 years has rocked several of Central Asia's largest cities, even costing the mayor of Uzbekistan's capital his job.

A Chinese foreign policy reset, elections in the Czech Republic, escaping Xinjiang, and a tour along Montenegro's Chinese-built highway.

With Bishkek's air being cited as the dirtiest in the world, Central Asian officials are finally focusing on the fossil-fuel based heating, old cars, and poor city planning that are seen as the main causes of their severe air-pollution problems.

IS-K hits Chinese interests in Kabul; Central Asia’s two fires; Serbia pushes again for Chinese-style surveillance; and Pakistan takes center stage.

Bishkek artist Tatiana Zelenskaya’s art has covered everything from political crackdowns to war and sporting triumphs.

At least 20 activists and political figures opposed to the deal have been detained in Kyrgyzstan.