CPC - Caspian Policy Center
Research
Energy and Economy
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.
The Caspian Region Did Not Wait for Opportunity in 2023 What Lies Ahead for 2024?
12/22/2023
Perhaps the greatest indicator of change in 2023 was the accelerating speed of e...
The Middle Corridor Infrastructure Deals and Developments: 2023 in Review
12/21/2023
Before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the Middle Corridor transit route seemed fa...
A New Focus on Renewables: 2023 in Review
12/20/2023
Renewable energy became a consistent focal point in energy dialogues among count...
Powering Progress and Energy Expansion: 2023 in Review
12/20/2023
Although the Caspian Region is famously known for its vast energy reserves, prio...
Merging the Ecological and Trade Challenges of the Caspian
Jahan Taganova, Nathan Hutson, Rachana Mattur
12/14/2023
A looming shortage of potable water driven by rising global temperatures and poo...
Central Asia in Focus: Kazakhstan Imprisons Citizen Who Fought in Ukraine
12/07/2023
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Central Asia in Focus
11/29/2023
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French Connection: Macron’s Nuclear Deals in Central Asia
11/17/2023
France has shifted its gaze to Central Asia in pursuit of uranium. With its mark...
Central Asia in Focus: Two Afghan Governments Represented in Tajikistan
11/16/2023
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Is the United States Out of Steppe? Addressing Central Asia’s Crossroads Moment
11/09/2023
Central Asia is a rapidly changing region. What was unimaginable even a few yea...
Take Aways from Tbilisi’s Silk Road Forum: Caucasus Lean into Regional Connectivity
11/07/2023
Over 2,000 representatives from over 60 countries gathered in Tbilisi, Georgia, ...
China’s Charm Offensive in Central Asia
11/03/2023
During China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) forum on October 17-18, Chinese Pr...
Central Asia in Focus
11/01/2023
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Azerbaijan’s Changing Foreign Relations: The New View from Baku
11/01/2023
A delegation from the Caspian Policy Center (CPC) visited Baku October 23-27 to ...
Central Asia in Focus
10/26/2023
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The Hidden Costs of Kazakhstan’s Engagement with China: A Decade of the Belt and Road
10/24/2023
China is not scaling back on its infrastructure projects in Central Asia. Despit...
Central Asian Economies Forge Ahead with Strong Growth Despite Geopolitical Challenges
10/13/2023
Central Asia is expected to see major economic growth in 2024 according to a rec...
Central Asia in Focus
10/12/2023
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Sustainable Development and Connectivity and Central Asia's Path Forward
10/06/2023
In a global era of fragmented politics and isolationist sentiments, the Caspian ...