Dosym Satpaev
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Russia Pushes for Central Asian OPEC
Russia steps up efforts to establish a Central Asian energy alliance as a counterweight to growing US influence in the region
22 Feb 05
Kazak Weapons Scandals
The Kazak authorities are believed to be involved in a series of illegal weapons sales
21 Feb 05
Astana Clamps Down on Investors
Planned legislation seems likely to have a sharp impact on the freedom of overseas companies to run their operations in Kazakstan
21 Feb 05
Russia Homes in On Caspian Oil
The creation of a new oil exploration consortium combining three of Russia's major energy companies highlights Moscow's growing interest in the Caspian region
21 Feb 05
Comment: Kazak Election - Reading Between the Lines
Focus on predictable success of presidential party has distracted attention away from positive aspects of election results.
21 Feb 05
Kazak Political Feud
Accusations of corruption expose damaging power games among Kazakstan's political elite
21 Feb 05
Kazak Premier Under Threat
The future of Kazakstan's beleaguered premier Kasymjomart Tokaev is looking increasingly uncertain.
21 Feb 05
US Seeks to Strengthen Kazak Relations
Washington and Russia are battling for influence over the Central Asian republic
21 Feb 05
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