Central Asia

Sept. 8, 2016 Instability runs rampant across the Eurasian landmass today at a level unseen since the years leading up to World War II.

Aug. 29, 2016 The authoritarian Uzbek leader’s hospitalization could mean chaos in the region.

June 30, 2016 Uzbek and Kyrgyz suicide bombers show that IS has increased its influence in the volatile region.

June 10, 2016 The instability in Kazakhstan in recent weeks could spread throughout the region.

June 6, 2016 Developments in Germany, China and Kazakhstan indicate our forecast is on track.

May 2, 2016 Unrest in Central Asia could signal regional destabilization.

March 17, 2016 Given its geography and proximity to major global powers, the region is vulnerable to invasion and susceptible to being heavily influenced by external conditions.

Feb. 1, 2016 A radio broadcast from Afghanistan raises the question: Could IS expand into the region?

Jan. 29, 2016 Governments are growing increasingly worried that public confidence in banking systems may diminish, as financial problems in parts of Europe and Asia escalate.

Jan. 19, 2016 As commodity prices and demand decline, some countries heavily dependent on exports are looking for new sources of revenue.

Jan. 13, 2016 The country’s economic and political challenges indicate growing instability, a familiar trend among Central Asian states.

Dec. 23, 2015 Central Asian governments have been turning their attention to potential security threats and economic problems that could destabilize the region.