Russia-Kazakhstan Relations Defy Easy Explanations
President Tokayev must navigate his new term knowing that a complete break in bilateral relations is neither desirable nor possible.
The DRC: Threats and Opportunities in a Complex Neighborhood
A flurry of diplomatic activity is unfolding against the backdrop of troubling advances by M23 rebels in the DRC.
Can Kazakhstan Bring New Life to CICA?
The CICA VI Summit aimed to bring the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia into the 21st century. Did it succeed?
Moldova: Foreign Successes, Domestic Challenges
President Sandu’s pro-Europe foreign policy has made strides despite a challenging geopolitical environment, but political troubles are brewing on the home front.
GUAM 2.0: Can Free Trade Revive the Forgotten Regional Bloc?
A new trade deal between Georgia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan, and Moldova could give new life to the long-dormant regional grouping.
UNAMA and Kazakhstan: Filling the Void in Afghanistan
The latest UN General Assembly shed some light on one of the few humanitarian organizations still operating in Afghanistan.
DRC Joins the East African Community
The DRC’s ascension to the East African Community (EAC) is a win-win proposition, but only if intra-regional tensions are kept in check.
Azerbaijan’s Delicate Balancing Act amid the Ukraine War
Baku has been quite successful in striking a neutral tone to its foreign relations following the Russian invasion of Ukraine; but will it ultimately be forced to pick a side?
ICJ to Rule on Colombia-Nicaragua Maritime Dispute
The International Court of Justice is not perfect, but it’s still favored by some Latin American governments as a dispute resolution mechanism. This article examines some recent cases involving Colombia and Nicaragua.
Food Security a Concern as Ukraine Crisis Shakes Kazakh Politics
In a recent speech, Kazakh President Tokayev pledged to ensure food security and bring an end to the “super presidency.”
