China – Azerbaijan Think-Tanks Platform

Caspian Security: Azerbaijan-Kazakhstan Partnership for Protecting Sea Lines of Communication (SLOC)

3 weeks ago2 weeks ago17 mins

Since 2022, the geopolitical landscape of Central Asia has undergone significant transformation. The Russia-Ukraine war has shifted national interests, prompting countries to reassess their foreign policies and security strategies. For Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, the Caspian Sea—a vital energy and trade route—has emerged as a crucial focal point of national security, leading both nations to rethink…

Deepening ties between Türkiye and China: Türkiye’s volume of trade increasing

3 months ago3 weeks ago10 mins

A series of high-profile visits by Turkish officials to China signals a positive trend in increasing diplomatic interaction and shared interests between China and Türkiye. The recent developments in economic engagement and a growing common ground in the international arena are creating new opportunities for both countries to comprehensively boost their relations. BYD’s investments in…

Beijing Revives China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan Railway

3 months ago3 weeks ago11 mins

On June 6, the heads of state from China, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan approved a trilateral pact to transform an oft-discussed railway from a vision into a reality. According to the agreement, construction of the China–Kyrgyzstan–Uzbekistan (CKU) railway is expected to commence in October (Xinhua, June 6). Based on a memorandum signed in May 2023, it…