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First “Central Asia + Italy” Summit Confirms the Regional “New Great Game”
This report assesses Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s official visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan in May 2025 and its participation in the first “Central Asia + Italy” summit as well as imperative and constraints of Rome’s engagement in the region.
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Giorgia Meloni’s Official Visit to Tashkent Marks Strengthening of Uzbekistan–Italy Strategic Partnership
This report provides an analytical overview of the official visit by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to Uzbekistan, which marks a significant advancement in the strategic partnership between the two nations.
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Yerevan Dialogue 2025: Strategic Considerations and Geopolitical Outlook
This report presents an assessment of the 2nd Yerevan Dialogue held on 26–27 May 2025, following SpecialEurasia’s official visit to Armenia, participation at the event, and direct engagement with local representatives.
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Kazakhstan’s Geopolitics and International Relations: Interview with H.E. Yerbolat Sembayev
SpecialEurasia met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to Italy, H.E. Yerbolat Sembayev, to acquire deeper insight into this Central Asian republic following the recent visit of Italian President Sergio Mattarella to Astana and the first EU–Central Asia summit held in early April 2025.
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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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The Meaning of James Fairgrieve’s Geography and World Power in Contemporary Geopolitical Studies
James Fairgrieve’s Geography and World Power, first published in 1915, remains a critical reference for those seeking to understand the geographical determinants of political power. This book offers a historically informed analysis of geography’s impact on state building, military strategy, and global power.
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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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Russia-Central Asia Relations Following the Almaty Ministerial Meeting
The eighth ministerial meeting between Russia and the five Central Asian states, held in Almaty on April 11, 2025, highlights Moscow’s ongoing efforts to consolidate strategic influence across its southern periphery. This report wants to assess the status of Russia-Central Asia relations and Moscow’s strategy to exploit multilateralism and security cooperation to influence Central Asian…
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Afghanistan New Geopolitical Game Among Russia, US, and China’s Strategies
In April 2025, Afghanistan has re-emerged as a critical node in regional and global geopolitics, shaped by intensifying engagement from Russia and China, and potential covert re-entry of US intelligence. These developments reflect a growing contest for strategic positioning in post-withdrawal Afghanistan, with significant implications for regional security dynamics.
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First EU-Central Asia Summit: Why Matters?
This report analyses the EU-Central Asia summit’s significance for Brussels’ strategy, highlighting Central Asia’s geopolitical rise and the European commitment to sustainable development and multilateralism.
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Analysis of the EU-Central Asia Ministerial Meeting in Ashgabat
The recent EU-Central Asia ministerial meeting in Ashgabat and the upcoming EU-Central Asia Summit in Samarkand highlight Brussels’ strategic engagement with the region. Discussions focused on regional stability, economic cooperation, and the enforcement of sanctions against Russia.
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Russia’s Arctic Forum 2025 Underlined Moscow’s Strategy in the Region
The recent Arctic forum organised in Murmansk highlighted Russia’s strategic focus on expanding its economic and military presence in the region. Moscow seeks long-term infrastructure and resource development while asserting its dominance over the Northern Sea Route.
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Foreign Military Involvement in Libya: Interview with Imen Chaanbi
SpecialEurasia had a conversation with Imen Chaanbi, an expert on Libya, to assess the implications of foreign military involvement and the country’s broader strategic direction.
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From Paris to Tashkent: France’s Strategy in Uzbekistan and Central Asia
This report examines the emerging partnership between France and Uzbekistan, focusing on its implications for economic growth, regional stability, and cultural exchange. With both countries working together, the report focuses on key cooperative efforts in trade, infrastructure, and education.