Central Asia

Jan. 23, 2017 Few formal peace negotiations actually lead to peace.

Dec. 22, 2016 As the year comes to an close, we examine how our forecast for 2016 fared.

Dec. 12, 2016 Major countries will see economic downturns due to low oil prices and a declining export market.

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.