Author: SpecialEurasia OSINT Team
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Syrian Escalation, Extremist Risks, and Kurdistan’s Economic and Diplomatic Positioning
This report assesses security-driven risks affecting the Kurdistan Region (particularly from neighbouring Syria) and their economic and strategic implications.
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Mastering Geopolitical Intelligence with SpecialEurasia Online Course in February 2026
On Saturday, 7 February 2026, SpecialEurasia will host its premier online course: “Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis.”
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Venezuela Crisis and Eurasian Reverberations: Scenarios Assessment
The extrajudicial capture of President Nicolás Maduro by United States special operations forces represents a fundamental shift in the global security architecture, signalling a return to high-risk, kinetic regime change as a core instrument of Washington’s foreign policy.
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SpecialEurasia: 2025 Year in Review
As we stand on the threshold of 2026, SpecialEurasia looks back at 2025 with a profound sense of pride and accomplishment.
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Iran: Protests and Economic Problems Threaten the Internal Stability
The internal security situation in the Islamic Republic of Iran has reached a critical threshold as localised economic grievances coalesce into broader political defiance.
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Ucraina: il Traffico Illecito di Armi Potrebbe Aumentare il Rischio Geopolitico Regionale
Il presente rapporto si pone come obiettivo quello di analizzare il rischio geopolitico e la criticità strategica derivante dalla perdita di controllo su circa 600.000 armi leggere nel contesto del conflitto ucraino iniziato nel 2022.
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Islamic Banking and Applied Finance: A Gateway to Ethical and Practical Islamic Financial Principles
Yousuf Ibnul Hasan’s book Islamic Banking and Applied Finance is an extensive journey through the world of Islamic economic thought and its practical applications in modern finance.
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Putin’s 2025 Address and Russia’s Military, Political and Economic Framework
This report analyses President Vladimir Putin’s “Results of the Year” address, delivered on December 19, 2025.
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Kyrgyzstan Expands Economic Engagement with Afghanistan, Opening a Trade House in Kabul
This report examines Kyrgyzstan’s strategic expansion of economic engagement with Afghanistan through the establishment of a permanent Trade House in Kabul, assessing its political, economic, and security implications.
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Astana-Kyiv’s Relations and Kazakh Oil Export After the CPC Terminal Attack
Executive Summary This report evaluates the current relations between Ukraine and Kazakhstan after the naval drone strike on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC) terminal near Novorossiysk on November 29, 2025, and Astana’s formal protest to Kyiv.
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Afghanistan-Pakistan Military Tensions Threaten Regional Stability
Recent Pakistani air raids in eastern Afghanistan have heightened tensions between Kabul and Islamabad after the recent ceasefire that the parties reached in Doha (Qatar) in October 2025.
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Geopolitics of Uzbekistan as a Strategic Pivot in Eurasia
This report analyses Uzbekistan’s geopolitical, economic, and security environment, assessing its strategic posture, multi-vector foreign policy, and regional influence.
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Armenia, the Trump Route (TRIPP) Lease Proposal and Pashinyan’s Domestic Politics
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has publicly stated that Yerevan is considering granting a 49- or 99-year lease for development rights to the proposed Trump Route (TRIPP), a transit corridor linking mainland Azerbaijan with the Nakhichevan exclave via Armenia’s Syunik Province.
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Russia Escalates Pressure on Ukraine with Major Strike on Kyiv
The Kremlin is utilising military force, political pressure, and intimidation to compel Ukraine and its partners to adopt positions that favour Russian interests.
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Gulf Arab Monarchies Increased Their Economic Relations with Central Asia
The Eurasian Development Bank’s first macroeconomic study on the Persian Gulf states highlights a sharp expansion in trade and investment ties between the Gulf Arab monarchies and Central Asian republics over the 2020–2024 period.
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Kazakhstan and the Abraham Accords: A Look Ahead
Kazakhstan announced its intention to join the Abraham Accords during President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s visit in Washington D.C. to attend the “Central Asia + United States” Summit.
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Il Summit “Asia Centrale + Stati Uniti” Rafforza la Strategia Regionale di Washington
Il decimo anniversario del formato C5+1 e la concomitante riunione odierna a Washington fra i leader delle repubbliche dell’Asia centrale e il presidente Donald Trump consolidano un mutamento significativo nella politica estera di Washington verso la regione.
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Central Asian Gas Ring: Opportunities, Risks and Geopolitical Implications
This report examines the proposed Central Asian Gas Ring, assessing its potential to stabilise regional energy supply, attract investment, and alter the geopolitical and economic balance among Central Asian states and external actors.
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La Transizione Siriana Post-Assad tra la Leadership di al-Sharaa e la Minaccia Jihadista
Assessment Il presente report esamina le dinamiche politiche e ideologiche emergenti in Siria dopo la caduta del regime di Bashar al-Assad, con particolare attenzione al ruolo di Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) e alla leadership di Ahmed al-Sharaa. Questa analisi mira a individuare i possibili rischi geopolitici collegati alle tensioni interne al nuovo governo siriano, che […]
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Azerbaijan-Kazakhstan Consolidated Their Regional Cooperation and Strategy
The visit of President Ilham Aliyev to Astana on October 20-21, 2025, strengthened the strategic partnership between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan.
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Public Event in San Marino Explores Central Asia’s Strategic Role in a Changing Global Landscape
Libera San Marino will host a public event titled “Central Asia: New Prospects for Business and Development in an Evolving Global Market” at Palazzo Graziani, San Marino, on 28 October 2025.
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EU Cross-Regional Connectivity and Strategic Engagement in the Black Sea, South Caucasus, and Central Asia
The EU Cross-Regional Connectivity Agenda has increased its commitment to the Black Sea, South Caucasus, and Central Asia with the purpose of improving trade, energy, and digital infrastructures and boosting security and resilience.
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SpecialEurasia Online Course: Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis – 22 November 2025
On Saturday, 22 November 2025, from 09:00 to 13:00 CET, SpecialEurasia will deliver its online course in Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis.
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Visita del Primo Ministro Armeno Nikol Pashinyan a Roma e alla Santa Sede
La visita di lavoro del Primo Ministro armeno Nikol Pashinyan a Roma, articolata in incontri presso le sedi diplomatiche armene in Italia e la Santa Sede e nella partecipazione alla cerimonia di canonizzazione dell’arcivescovo Ignazio (Ignatius) Maloyan, presenta un valore simbolico e politico multiplo nel contesto delle relazioni internazionali dell’Armenia.
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CIS and Russia-Central Asia Summits: Regional Dynamics and Moscow’s Strategy
The Dushanbe meetings, which occurred from October 8th to 10th, 2025, led to a collaborative set of political, security, and economic commitments within the Russia–Central Asia and CIS frameworks, resulting in 19 signed documents and the creation of a “CIS Plus” model.
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Webinar Summary: Book Presentation on “Geopolitics of Central Asia”
On Wednesday, 15 October 2025, SpecialEurasia held a webinar to present the book Geopolitics of Central Asia, a collective volume derived from the organisation’s long-term research project on the region.
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Webinar Presentazione del Libro “Geopolitica dell’Asia Centrale” – Mercoledì 15 Ottobre, Ore 19:00
Siamo lieti di annunciare l’organizzazione del webinar per presentazione del libro“Geopolitica dell’Asia Centrale”, un progetto editoriale realizzato da SpecialEurasia grazie alla collaborazione di autori ed esperti provenienti da differenti settori di ricerca e analisi strategica.
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The Organisation of Turkic States Summit in Qabala: Strategic Consolidation or Regional Posturing?
The XII Summit of the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS), convened in Qabala (scheduled to open 7 October), signals a deliberate push by Ankara and Baku to translate cultural-ethnic affinity into tangible geopolitical influence.
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Le vie della geopolitica in Asia Centrale: sfide, opportunità e conflitti nella regione strategica
Speciale Eurasia è lieta di annunciare l’evento “Le vie della geopolitica in Asia Centrale: sfide, opportunità e conflitti nella regione strategica”, in programma il prossimo 10 ottobre alle ore 17.30 presso la Sala Search di Largo Carlo Felice II a Cagliari.
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Russian Kinetic Anti Drone “Izdelie 545” and Implications for Forward UAV Defence
Russian sources report the field testing of a new kinetic anti‑drone device designated “Izdelie‑545”. This system’s purpose is to neutralise drones within a 100–150 meter range using a projectile that interferes with their communication and control systems.
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China–Taliban Engagement over Bagram Air Base to Counter US Strategy
This report assesses China’s invitation to Taliban Defence Minister Mullah Yaqoub Mujahid against the backdrop of US interest in regaining access to Bagram Air Base.
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Pakistan SWOT Analysis: Geopolitics, Economy, and Security
This report provides a strategic SWOT analysis of Pakistan to support decision-makers in evaluating the country’s current geopolitical and economic position.
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“Geopolitica dell’Asia centrale”, il libro di SpecialEurasia che analizza la regione centroasiatica
Speciale Eurasia presenta Geopolitica dell’Asia centrale, un volume nato da un progetto editoriale curato da Silvia Boltuc e Giuliano Bifolchi, con il contributo di Alessandro Fanetti, Luca Garruba, Matteno Meloni, Riccardo Rossi e Stefano Vernole, il cui obiettivo è quello di analizzare le dinamiche geopolitiche centroasiatiche e gli attori coinvolti.
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China’s Cultural Expansion in Armenia: Strategic Implications of the Confucius University Initiative
This report evaluates Armenia’s agreement with China to establish a Confucius University in Yerevan, assessing its economic, political, and strategic consequences.
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CSTO Military Exercise “Rubezh-2025”: Intel Briefing
This report provides an assessment of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) military exercise “Rubezh-2025”, held in Kyrgyzstan from 17 to 20 September 2025.
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India-Central Asia’s Trade and Economic Performance Between Opportunities and Challenges
This report assesses the current scale, constraints and strategic implications of commerce between India and the Central Asian states, based on the recent findings published by the Eurasian Development Bank and India Exim Bank.
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Pakistani Security Forces and TTP Militants Clash at the Afghan Border
On September 13, 2025, the TTP launched attacks against Pakistani security forces in South Waziristan and Lower Dir, which led to the deaths of 19 soldiers and no less than 35 militants.
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Protests and Political Crisis in Nepal: Intel Brief
This report examines the immediate economic and political consequences in Nepal stemming from youth-led protests across the country, which were sparked by the government’s social media ban, as well as wider issues of corruption and youth unemployment.
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Israeli Strikes Against Hamas Leadership in Doha: Intelligence Briefing
This report provided a preliminary overview of an Israeli operation in Doha, which involved multiple explosions and aimed to assassinate senior Hamas leaders.
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C5+1 Secretariat Meeting in Dushanbe: Washington Confirms Its Strategic Engagement in Central Asia
This report analyses the geopolitical dynamics and economic significance of the meeting, which gathered senior officials from Central Asian states and the U.S. Department of State convened in Dushanbe under the C5+1 format.
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SpecialEurasia Official Visit to San Marino and Participation in the Farete Exhibition in Bologna
At the beginning of September 2025, SpecialEurasia recently visited the Republic of San Marino and the Farete Exhibition in Bologna, demonstrating its commitment to bridging the fields of geopolitical analysis, diplomacy and economic development and reinforcing its role as a trusted partner in linking intelligence expertise with entrepreneurial and institutional needs.
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The Tajikistan–Afghanistan Border Clash Alarmed Regional Security
This report examines the geopolitical consequences of the armed clash on August 24, 2025, which involved Tajikistan border forces and Taliban fighters near the Panj River.
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Afghanistan Hosts 23,000 International Terrorists According to Russia
This report analyses the implications and reasons of Russia’s statement regarding the presence of 23,000 international terrorists and militants in Afghanistan.
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Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan Discuss Increasing Trade Turnover to $500 Million
This report assesses the recent efforts by Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan to strengthen economic, infrastructural, and energy cooperation following their March 2025 border agreement.
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Trump–Putin Summit in Alaska: Geopolitical Implications and Strategic Narratives
This report analyses the geopolitical significance of the meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Anchorage, Alaska, on August 15, 2025.
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Kyrgyzstan and Afghanistan Increased Their Economic Cooperation
This report investigates Kyrgyzstan’s recent engagement with Afghanistan through targeted economic cooperation and joint projects in the energy and transport fields.
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US-Brokered Armenia–Azerbaijan Peace Deal and the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity
Executive Summary This report examines the peace agreement signed at the White House between Armenia and Azerbaijan, brokered by US President Donald Trump.
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Turkey – Azerbaijan – Syria Gas Transit Deal Impacts the Middle Eastern Geopolitical Chessboard
This report examines how gas transit through Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Syria currently aids Damascus’ energy needs and economic growth, Baku’s export diversification efforts, and Ankara’s Middle East ambitions.
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Russian–Chinese Naval Exercise “Maritime Interaction–2025” in Asia-Pacific
From 1 to 5 August 2025, the Russian Pacific Fleet and the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) are conducting a bilateral naval exercise entitled Maritime Interaction – 2025 in the Sea of Japan/East Sea.
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Regional Defence Conference in Islamabad and US participation: Are Pakistan and Central Asia Seeking Alternative Military Partners?
Pakistan’s hosting of a high-level regional defence chiefs conference brought together senior military officials from the United States, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan.
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Turkey and the Defence Industry Cooperation Among Turkic States Promoted at the IDEF 2025
The Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) launched a multilateral defence industry cooperation platform that represents Ankara’s strategic initiative to expand its economic and geopolitical influence in Central Asia and the South Caucasus.
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“Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis” Online Course: 27 September 2025
On Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 09:00 to 13:00 CET, SpecialEurasia will deliver an intensive online course in Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis
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Central Asia Economic Forum 2025: Business to Reinforce Russian Regional Presence via Tajikistan
The Central Asia Economic Forum (CAEF), held in Dushanbe in July 2025, confirmed Russia’s desire to preserve and expand its regional influence through business and cultural diplomacy.
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Thailand-Cambodia Military Escalation: Intelligence Briefing
Thailand’s use of airstrikes against Cambodian military positions marks the most serious military escalation along the border in over a decade.
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Belarus–Tajikistan Military-Technical Cooperation: Geopolitical Significance and Operational Constraints
On 23 July 2025, Belarus and Tajikistan held the first session of their intergovernmental commission on military-technical cooperation in Minsk.
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Uzbekistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan Railway Agreement: Strategic Assessment
The Uzbekistan–Afghanistan–Pakistan (UAP) Railway Project Agreement significantly advances regional infrastructure integration.
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Ukraine Recovery Plan: Strategic Risk Assessment and Investment Outlook
This report analyses Ukraine’s investment climate through a SWOT framework and offers strategic recommendations for stakeholders seeking to assess risk exposure and economic potential.
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Southern Syria: Bedouin-Druze Clashes Increased the Country’s Geopolitical Risk
Renewed fighting between Druze and Bedouin groups in Suwayda province has caused a major humanitarian and economic crisis in Southern Syria.
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Badakhshan: Taliban’s Rule Under Pressure Since Local Disappointment and External Threats
The Taliban’s control in Afghanistan’s Badakhshan province is reportedly facing growing challenges. Civil unrest stems from the marginalisation of ethnic minorities, heavy-handed anti-drug policies, and eroding national unity.
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Sukhum Airport: Geopolitics and Strategic Implications
This report examines the geopolitical effects of Sukhum Airport’s reopening and modernisation on Abkhazia, the Caucasian dynamics, and the Russian regional interests.
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France’s Agreement on the State of New Caledonia: Strategic Accommodation or Deferred Independence?
France and New Caledonia’s leaders reached a landmark agreement in July 2025 to create a “State of New Caledonia” within France, changing the territory’s political standing.
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Ukraine: Targeted Killing of SBU Colonel Voronych
This report assesses the assassination of Colonel Ivan Voronych, a senior operative of Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU), shot dead in central Kyiv in a professionally executed operation.
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Balochistan: Violent Attack Confirmed Pakistani Security Challenges
This report examines the aftermath and security concerns in Pakistan’s Balochistan province following a recent violent attack in the Loralai district that killed nine people.
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Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) in Russia: Online Course on 13 September 2025
“OSINT in Russia” is a specialised, advanced training course designed for intelligence professionals, analysts, investigative journalists, compliance officers, and researchers working with Russian-language sources and data from the post-Soviet space.
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Persian Gulf: Iran–Saudi Dialogue Following Israeli-Iranian Conflict
On 8 July 2025, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi met with Saudi Defence Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman in what appears to be the first senior bilateral engagement since the cessation of hostilities between Israel and Iran on 24 June.
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Georgia Strengths Its Role as a ‘Bridge’ Between Europe and Asia
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze recently highlighted a two-pronged economic strategy that uses Georgia’s location to become a key transit route between Europe and Asia.
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ECO Summit in Stepanakert, Baku’s Strategy and Azerbaijan-Iran Relations
The 17th Eurasian Cooperation Organisation (ECO) Summit held on 3–4 July 2025 in Stepanakert (Khankendi) stressed Azerbaijan’s domestic and regional strategy and Iran’s attempt to normalise relations with Baku.
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Saudi Arabia’s Investments in Tajikistan’s Education: Cultural Diplomacy and Soft Power Recalibration
This report examines Saudi Arabia’s recent $20 million investment in Tajikistan’s education infrastructure, which is part of a larger development program totalling $325 million.
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Dagestan: Economic Development, SVO Support, and Persistent Security Challenges
This report examines recent developments in Dagestan, focusing on security operations, public policy initiatives, and strategic infrastructure projects.
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Russian–Armenian Relations and EU Regional Strategy: Latest Updates
This report analyses Moscow’s recent public support for Armenia’s legal system and stability, assesses how Yerevan’s pro-EU policies affect trade and defence cooperation between the two countries.
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Tajikistan: Economic Vulnerabilities and Bilateral Fiscal Dynamics with Russia
This report evaluates Tajikistan’s response to the economic pressures stemming from Russia’s targeted import restrictions and Dushanbe’s concurrent implementation of a revised fiscal agreement with Moscow.
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Geopolitical Risk June 2025: Caucasus, Central Asia, Middle East
This June 2025 report on geopolitical risks in the Middle East, Central Asia, and the Caucasus focuses on rising tensions, key factors, and future predictions. This helps stakeholders understand emerging threats, thus informing policy, security, and investment decisions.
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SpecialEurasia Participated in the 9th CISO 360 Global Congress
SpecialEurasia took part in the 9th edition of the CISO 360 Global Congress, held in Munich from 24 to 26 June 2025.
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US Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Facilities: Risk Assessment
This report analyses the implications of recent US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, undertaken in full coordination with Israel.
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Israel-Iran Conflict: Recent Updates and Strategic and Operational Implications
This report assesses the recent Israel-Iran conflict looking at the countries’ strategic priorities, risks, and developing operational factors, and considers the possibility of broader US involvement.
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Trump’s Threat to Tehran and United States Dilemma in the Iran–Israel Conflict
This report assesses the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict and the possible US involvement after the recent words of Donald Trump. The conflict has rapidly intensified, leading to significant casualties and drawing global attention at the G7 summit.
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Israel’s Massive Attack Against Iran: Intelligence Brief
This intelligence brief provides a structured assessment of the recent Israeli military strikes against Iran, based strictly on open-source reporting from local and international media outlets. The report aims to inform about the key developments, strategic implications, and potential courses of action stemming from this event.
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Kyrgyzstan’s National Development Program Until 2030: Economic Outlook and Risk Assessment
This report examines the Kyrgyzstan’s economic development following the adoption of its National Development Programme until 2030. Bishkek has introduced ambitious growth targets, including a doubling of GDP and deep structural reforms across industry, logistics, agriculture, tourism, and green energy.
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Afghanistan and the Kabul Corridor: Geopolitics and Risk Assessment
This report assesses the strategic implications, current developments, and potential risks associated with the Trans-Afghan Railway, also referred to as the “Kabul Corridor”. The report concludes with forecast scenarios concerning regional stability, trade potential, and geopolitical alignment.
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Creazione della Banca di Sviluppo della SCO: Integrazione Economica Regionale e Sfide Geopolitiche
Il presente report analizza le implicazioni geopolitiche e strategiche dell’incontro dell’Organizzazione di Cooperazione di Shanghai (SCO) tenutosi a Pechino il 3 giugno 2025. L’attenzione è focalizzata sull’approvazione della creazione del Banco di Sviluppo della SCO, sul rafforzamento della cooperazione economico-finanziaria e sull’approfondimento dei rapporti bilaterali tra Cina e Kirghizistan.
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Rising Cybercrime Alarms Uzbekistan’s National Security
This report assesses the strategic implications of the sharp rise in cybercrime in Uzbekistan between 2019 and 2024. The report details how this trend threatens Uzbekistan’s internal security, economic stability, and broader modernisation goals.
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SpecialEurasia Participated at the Yerevan Dialogue 2025
SpecialEurasia concluded an official mission to Armenia to attend the 2nd Yerevan Dialogue held on 26–27 May 2025. The event provided an opportunity to engage with Armenian institutional figures, foreign diplomats stationed in Yerevan, and representatives from the local business sector.
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What Can We Learn from Lavrov’s Official Visit to Armenia?
This report analyses Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov’s recent visit to Yerevan, examining the strategic messaging underpinning Moscow’s diplomatic posture towards Armenia and the broader South Caucasus.
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28 June 2025: Advance Your Career with SpecialEurasia’s Online Course in Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis
On Saturday, June 28, 2025, SpecialEurasia organised the online course in Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis which will guide the participants to create their analytical model to produce reports and geopolitical forecasting.
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India-Pakistan’s Military Escalation Following Kashmir Terror Attack
India and Pakistan are engaged in their most severe military confrontation since 1971, triggered by a deadly militant attack in Indian-administered Kashmir. This report assesses the sequence of military actions, evaluates geopolitical implications, and outlines the risks of further escalation.
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China-Central Asia Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Almaty Confirmed Beijing’s Regional Strategy
This report analyses the sixth meeting of the Foreign Ministers of China and the Central Asian republics, held in Almaty, and situates it within the broader geopolitical contest unfolding across Eurasia. China’s aim to solidify its regional power through planned dialogue, economic ties, and infrastructure projects demonstrates a long-term strategy.
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Intelligence Agencies, Security, and Cooperation in Central Asia
This report provides a focused analysis of the developing security landscape in Central Asia, examining the increasing role of intelligence agencies and special forces in fostering regional cooperation amid shifting geopolitical realities. This report aims to evaluate the significance of recent security collaboration initiatives, analyse the root causes of defence reforms, and project how future events may influence regional stability.
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Tajikistan’s Antimony Sector: A Weak Link in Western Supply Chains?
This report assesses the geopolitical risks tied to Tajikistan’s position in Western Critical Raw Material (CRM) supply chains, especially considering the antimony market, drawing on trade figures, publicly available investment data, and regional and international media coverage.
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Central Asia: Projected Economic Deceleration Amid Fiscal Adjustments and Global Pressures (2025–2026)
This report analyses the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) latest economic outlook concerning the Central Asian region, highlighting an expected deceleration in GDP growth of over 2025–2026. The ADB’s projections underscore persistent geopolitical and economic risks that could compound regional vulnerabilities in the medium term.
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CSTO Strategic Reinforcement of the Tajik-Afghan Border
This report examines recent CSTO and Dushanbe’s efforts to bolster security on the Tajik-Afghan border, as the situation in northern Afghanistan worsens. Regional concerns about rising terrorism and illicit activity in Afghanistan’s border provinces pushed CSTO to start the first phase of its longstanding program.
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SpecialEurasia Exclusive Easter Offer for the Online Course in Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis
This Easter, SpecialEurasia, presents a limited-time opportunity to acquire these skills at a significantly reduced rate. From 18th to 20th April 2025, participants can enrol in the Online Course in Geopolitical Intelligence Analysis for just €199.00—a €100 discount from the standard fee of €299.
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Kazakhstan Increased its Military Expenditure Amid Foreign Investment Engagement
This report assesses Kazakhstan’s recent decision to allocate 120 billion tenge (approximately USD 265 million) for the development of its defence-industrial base, and its efforts to attract foreign investment from key international partners. This report assesses also Astana’s defence posture, investment, and regional.
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Tashkent Conference: the Organisation of Turkic States Consolidates its Economic Presence in Central Asia
This report examines the growing strategic significance of the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) in current economic and political changes in Central Asia, with an emphasis on the initiatives presented at the April 2025 conferences in Tashkent and diplomatic forum in Antalya.
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Armenian Business Association Discussed Yerevan’s Strategy Between Moscow and Brussels
This report examines Armenia’s shifting foreign policy orientation, using recent remarks made by the President of the Armenian Business Association Samvel Karapetyan at a Moscow business forum as an entry point for broader analysis. Karapetyan’s public concerns about the economic fallout of exiting the EAEU come at a critical moment in Yerevan’s recalibration of its strategic posture, with ongoing efforts to align more closely with the EU.
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Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2025 and Turkey’s Use of Cultural and Religious Diplomacy
The Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2025 served as a strategic platform for Turkey to advance its ambitions as a revisionist middle power, pursuing influence through non-coercive means across regions of historical and ideological significance. This report highlighted that Turkey’s growing foreign policy assertiveness, fuelled by the Antalya Diplomacy Forum mixed to TIKA and Diyanet’ activities, may provoke backlash from regional and international actors.
24 January 2026 – Online Course in Open Source Intelligence (OSINT)
This course equips participants with a secure investigative environment, specialised operating systems, and practical case-driven methodologies.