The leaders of Central Asia find themselves in the middle of a superpower tug-of-war, juggling summits with the US, Russia, and China in a single year. The next major meeting is with the US president on November 6.
This intense diplomatic schedule, confirmed by Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, highlights the region’s strategic importance. Russia’s influence is being challenged, and other powers are moving in.
The EU and China have also hosted the C5 leaders, all seeking stronger ties. The region is rich in rare earths and is a potential logistics powerhouse.
The Central Asian states are skillfully managing this competition, seeking to diversify their partnerships and attract investment.
This upcoming Washington summit is a key opportunity for the US to present its own vision for partnership, countering the offers from Beijing and Moscow.
Central Asia in the Middle: Leaders Juggle Summits with US, Russia, and China
