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1 – 9 of 9Five years after Sergey Kiriyenko arrived in the presidential administration to manage the political system, technocratic leaders are emerging from his programme designed to…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB261310
ISSN: 2633-304X
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There is little chance opposition parties can make an impact; the authorities' first step will be to ensure they are barely represented on election commissions. Many parties have…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB246140
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Prosecutions for questioning Kazakhstan's statehood.
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB208091
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The name of Moldova’s official language has been a matter of controversy for decades. Opponents of the change view it as a step towards the country’s reunification with…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB278155
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The legislation is the most radical and comprehensive reform of centre-regional relations since Vladimir Putin became president in 1999. Formalising and consolidating a steady…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB266492
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A new language law entered into force on July 18 that reflects the president's determination to promote Kyrgyz. Russia’s foreign ministry has protested. The controversy highlights…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281669
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The vote comes amid an unprecedented economic downturn caused by a combination of factors: low oil prices, recession in Russia and slowdown in China. President Nursultan…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB210070
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Although the timing of Nazarbayev's announcement was a surprise, a handover has been long expected and a succession plan appears to be in place. Senate speaker Kassym-Jomart…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB242638
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Japarov rose to power during a period of turmoil and was elected on a promise of delivering swift relief from poverty, the COVID-19 crisis, political instability and external…