The Energy and Economy program at the Caspian Policy Center is an initiative dedicated to exploring the relationship between energy systems and economic dynamics. Our experts provide evidence-based research, analysis, and informed discourse, aiming to drive the transition towards a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous global energy and economic landscape.
Perhaps the greatest indicator of change in 2023 was the accelerating speed of evolution in the Caucasus and Central Asia regions. This review
Dr. Eric Rudenshiold·
Before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Middle Corridor transit route seemed farfetched. It was rarely discussed by Western leaders, and to
Haley Nelson·
Renewable energy became a consistent focal point in energy dialogues among countries in the region this year. The Caspian and Central Asian
Samantha Fanger·
Although the Caspian Region is famously known for its vast energy reserves, prior to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, progress in the Caspian Region’s
Haley Nelson·
A looming shortage of potable water driven by rising global temperatures and poor water resource management threatens the stability of Central Asia
Jahan Taganova, Nathan Hutson, Rachana Mattur·
Welcome to Central Asia in Focus, a newsletter that offers insight and analysis on the events shaping the region's political future.
Bruce Pannier·
Welcome to Central Asia in Focus, a newsletter that offers insight and analysis on the events shaping the region's political future.
Bruce Pannier·
France has shifted its gaze to Central Asia in pursuit of uranium. With its markets in Africa disrupted, Paris is now seeking new sources for its yellowcake
Toghrul Ali·
Welcome to Central Asia in Focus, a newsletter that offers insight and analysis on the events shaping the region's political future.
Bruce Pannier·
Central Asia is a rapidly changing region. What was unimaginable even a few years ago might already
Dr. Eric Rudenshiold·
Over 2,000 representatives from over 60 countries gathered in Tbilisi, Georgia, over October 26-27 for the fourth Silk Road Forum. The forum, the first since
Nicholas Castillo·
During China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) forum on October 17-18, Chinese President Xi Jinping used his Beijing-led conference to highlight
Meray Ozat, Haley Nelson·
Welcome to Central Asia in Focus, a newsletter that offers insight and analysis on the events shaping the region's political future.
Bruce Pannier·
A delegation from the Caspian Policy Center (CPC) visited Baku October 23-27 to learn about Azerbaijan’s current intentions
Dr. Eric Rudenshiold·
Welcome to Central Asia in Focus, a newsletter that offers insight and analysis on the events shaping the region's political future.
Bruce Pannier·
China is not scaling back on its infrastructure projects in Central Asia. Despite significant changes in
Haley Nelson·
Toghrul Ali·
Central Asia is expected to see major economic growth in 2024 according to a recent report by the European
Samantha Fanger·