The Caspian Sea has long been a cornerstone of life for Central Asia, especially for Kazakhstan, where it plays a critical role in supporting local economies, biodiversity and communities.

Certain Khanates had regularly raided in the Russian area around the Caspian Sea. They brought back Russians and sold them as slaves. This was the public motive to justify the expansion in Central ...

Over 10 weeks, RFE/RL hosted discussions on Twitter Spaces on various issues that affect daily life in Central Asia. We looked at global issues -- from the COVID-19 pandemic to the war in Ukraine ...

A special envoy to the Caspian Sea region would help counter China, Russia, and Iran—and end the impression that Washington ...

During the pre- and colonial era, the Sea People were not passive victims but active naval forces – strengthening and defending local monarchies (sultanates and kingdoms) in the Sulu Archipelago, ...

The Central Asia region is vulnerable to the impacts of climate change, particularly those related to water scarcity, land degradation and natural disasters (droughts, floods, mudslides). With a ...

“These areas are all desperate for energy and that energy can be sourced in Central Asia. The land borders make it easier to export both oil and gas cheaper and more securely than by sea, and Central ...