Kazak President Recycles Prime Minister
Ex-premier Karim Masimov seen as loyal to the president, and as someone who can help refocus on China amid Russia worries.
11 Apr 14
Diplomacy
Appeal of Russian Embrace Fades in Kazakstan
Even pro-government politicians are beginning to speak out against regional integration project.
25 Mar 14
Georgia Presses NATO for Positive Signal
Political leaders say membership plan should be agreed this year if NATO is serious about inviting Georgia to join.
17 Feb 14
No Signs of Turkey-Armenia Thaw
Turkey now says Armenia must mend fences with its other neighbour Azerbaijan before rapprochement can happen.
24 Dec 13
Afghans to Sign US Pact – But When?
President refuses to accept decision by a gathering he himself called.
26 Nov 13
Armenian Leader Accused of Caving in to Moscow
Strong reactions to moves to bind Yerevan’s economic future to Moscow.
4 Nov 13
Georgians Agonise Over Sochi Olympics
Government faces resistance as it insists boycotting the games would be worse than going.
24 Oct 13
Armenia's Receding European Ambitions
Long-awaited EU trade deal seems to have been upended by need to stay close to Moscow.
18 Oct 13
Afghan-US Pact Still Hangs in Balance
Talks falter on central issue of immunity for American troops post-2014.
15 Oct 13
After EU Talks, Armenia Swings Back to Moscow
Opposition parties attack plans to join Russian-led trade bloc.
13 Sep 13
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