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The IAUNRC seeks to promote understanding of Central Eurasia Disclaimer: posts shared by this page do not reflect the official position of IU, HLS or the IAUNRC

 Bloomington, IN
iaunrc.indiana.edu
Joined September 2015
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On August 28th, 2026, Dr. Xin Luo, Professor of History at Peking University and Visiting Scholar at CEUS & IAUNRC, gave a lecture titled "The Kangxi Emperor’s Literary Festivals Inspired by a Tribute Lion." iaunrc.indiana.edu/XinLuo082…
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On Tuesday, April 21st, the IAUNRC welcomed Dr. Eden Naby back to the IU campus for a new installment of her exhibit series about Assyrian language education and schooling in global diaspora populations. iaunrc.indiana.edu/news-even…
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Unusual downward trend seen in China’s trade with Central Asia

Unusual downward trend seen in China’s trade with Central Asia

China-Central Asia Monitor: April 17-23, 2026

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Central Asia in race to close power-generation gap – report

Central Asia in race to close power-generation gap – report

Greater regional coordination seen as key to solving conundrum.

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Air pollution in Central Asia rose sharply in 2025

Air pollution in Central Asia rose sharply in 2025

Azerbaijan only state in Caucasus and Central Asia to register improved air quality.

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“More Carrot than Stick:” Kyrgyzstan embraces self-regulation for AI development

“More Carrot than Stick:” Kyrgyzstan embraces self-regulation for AI development

Hope is lax regulation leads to more foreign investment.

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Kazakhstan’s soccer shake up

Kazakhstan’s soccer shake up

New playground for oligarchs.

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Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan tout themselves as “strategic tandem”

Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan tout themselves as “strategic tandem”

Lots of upbeat language characterizes Kazakh FM’s visit to Tashkent

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Iranian-Russian trade route functioning normally despite bombing

Iranian-Russian trade route functioning normally despite bombing

A lifeline for Iran’s war effort.

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Central Asia responding to humanitarian assistance needs in Iran

Central Asia responding to humanitarian assistance needs in Iran

Meanwhile, Kremlin providing help for Iran’s war effort – report.

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“It was torture:” Kyrgyzstan’s search for new anthem hits false notes

“It was torture:” Kyrgyzstan’s search for new anthem hits false notes

Hundreds of entries and two contests later, country can’t find perfect pitch.

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One Iranian football team member changes mind after Australia grants asylum

One Iranian football team member changes mind after Australia grants asylum

The player was advised by teammates and encouraged to contact the Iranian embassy, Australian minister says.

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Azerbaijan quietly mobilizes military following Iranian drone incident

Azerbaijan quietly mobilizes military following Iranian drone incident

Azerbaijan, Armenia want to keep TRIPP on track.

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Azerbaijan threatens ‘Iron Fist’ in response to Iranian drone attack

Azerbaijan threatens ‘Iron Fist’ in response to Iranian drone attack

Efforts to defuse tension face complications.

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Trump officials consider arming Kurdish opposition against Iran's regime

Trump officials consider arming Kurdish opposition against Iran's regime

Trump called Kurdish leaders in Iraq on Sunday to discuss possibly arming Kurds there and in Iran, testing the possibility of using the opposition forces to topple the regime in Tehran, sources said.

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Fragmenting the Digital Silk Road: Agency and Modularity in Kazakhstan’s Telecom Sector

Fragmenting the Digital Silk Road: Agency and Modularity in Kazakhstan’s Telecom Sector

A study of Kazakhstan’s telecom sector shows how China's seemingly unified strategy of building an alternative to U.S.-dominated internet infrastructure is appropriated by local actors and shaped by...

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Armenia and Azerbaijan grapple with potential fallout from blitz on Iran

Armenia and Azerbaijan grapple with potential fallout from blitz on Iran

Yerevan and Baku aiming to stay out of fray, protect economic interests.

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Uzbekistan and United States create foundation for systematic economic cooperation

Uzbekistan and United States create foundation for systematic economic cooperation

Eximbank and DFC will have expanded role in facilitating investment.

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Kazakhstan continues to revel in unexpected gold

Kazakhstan continues to revel in unexpected gold

Figure skater’s surprise win in Milan provides boost for next generation.

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Russia’s offer to build a small nuclear reactor in Kyrgyzstan and its implications

Russia’s offer to build a small nuclear reactor in Kyrgyzstan and its implications

A partner post from the Central Asia Caucasus Institute.

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