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.
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.
Armenia in the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO): A Strategic Look

Armenia has frozen its participation in the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) since February 2024. The country has also ceased financial contributions and engagement in CSTO activities. This report evaluates the geopolitical and security implications of Armenia’s stance and the potential outcomes for regional stability.
Robotics: Geopolitical Risks and Strategy

Integrating robotics into economic, military, and technological domains presents significant geopolitical risks and opportunities. Key nations, including the United States, China, and European states, are leveraging robotics to enhance industrial productivity, defence capabilities, and technological sovereignty.
Assessment of Tajikistan’s Military Modernisation Strategy and its Geopolitical Implications

This report evaluates Tajikistan’s ongoing military modernisation efforts, spearheaded by President Emomali Rahmon, focusing on the integration of advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and the broader geopolitical and economic challenges associated with the country’s defence strategy.
Uzbekistan’s Military Modernisation: AI, UAVs, and Robotic Systems

This report aims to analyse the recent developments regarding Uzbekistan’s military modernisation efforts, as outlined in the presidential address on February 21st, 2025. The country is considering how to incorporate new technologies, such as drones, artificial intelligence, and automated control systems, into its military forces.
Analysis of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Central Asia: Perspectives and Challenges

This report aims at assessing the activities of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation (CSTO) in Central Asia, its perspectives and challenges.
Assessment of CSTO Forces’ Readiness for Joint Training

The Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) is nearing the final phase of its preparation for a series of joint military exercises scheduled for September and October 2024. This report aims to detail the current state of preparedness of the CSTO’s management bodies and force formations.
Kazakhstan Military Modernisation 2024

Kazakhstan’s 2024 military modernisation initiatives significantly enhance its defence capabilities, reflecting concerns over internal stability and regional security. The country’s efforts include advanced procurements and comprehensive upgrades, which could alter Central Asia’s military balance.
North Korea Sends Troops to Ukraine: Why Matters?

The recent defence pact established between Russia and North Korea represents a notable escalation in Eurasian geopolitical dynamics, carrying the potential for wide-ranging consequences. Following the signing of this agreement, according to Seoul’s sources, there is the eventuality that Pyongyang will deploy military engineering units to support Russian forces in the Ukrainian conflict.
Andrei Belousov, Russia’s New Minister of Defence: Why Matters?

This assessment delves into the recent reshuffle within the Russian government, focusing on the replacement of long-serving Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu with economist Andrei Belousov. Through a comprehensive analysis of historical, political, economic, and social factors, this report aims to provide insights into the implications of these changes for Russia’s strategic landscape.
Ep. 15 – Matthias Wasinger Explored the Connection Between Geopolitics, Military Doctrine, and Intelligence Analysis

In the latest episode of the Geopolitical Report Podcast, Matthias Wasinger, the founder and editor-in-chief of The Defence Horizon Journal, delved into the intricate relationship between military experience, geopolitical consulting, and intelligence analysis.
Ep. 5 – Russia’s Military Districts’ reorganisation and Kremlin’s domestic politics

In the latest podcast episode, we discussed Russia’s recent presidential decree which included the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR), Lugansk People’s Republic (LPR), as well as the Kherson and Zaporozhye regions into the Southern Military District.
Chechnya’s Role in Russia’s Military Strategy and Foreign Policy

Dmitry Medvedev’s recent visit to Grozny and meeting with Ramzan Kadyrov and local military officials confirmed the role that Chechnya is plying in supporting Russia in the Ukraine conflict and the North Caucasian republic’s increasing role in regional and state’s dynamics and foreign policy.
CSTO Exercises in Belarus Highlight Moscow’s Concerns Over Europe and the Organisation’s New Military Strategy

The forthcoming CSTO exercises in Belarus serve as a clear demonstration of the organisation’s strategic commitment to safeguarding its member states, focusing particularly on protecting Moscow and Minsk from potential external threats originating from Europe.

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