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From Extraction to Co-Production: Eldaniz Gusseinov Outlines Strategic Vision for Korea-Central Asia Relations

Nightingale Int. is proud to announce that our Head of Research, Eldaniz Gusseinov, delivered a speech at the Expert Forum "Enhancing the Korea-Central Asia Partnership: Shared Vision for the Future." Organized by the International Institute for Central Asia (IICA) and the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in

Nightingale Int. at the Atlantic Council: Turkey, Business Connectivity, and US Policy in Central Asia

Our International Development Expert & Fellow, Sobir Kurbanov, was invited to speak at the Atlantic Council’s headquarters in Washington, D.C., for a high-level panel discussion titled "Turkish presence in Central Asia and its implications for US policy." Joined by experts from the National Defense University and

Nightingale Head of Research Addresses AI and Geopolitics at Think Road Forum 2025

Eldaniz Gusseinov, Head of Research at Nightingale Int., was a featured speaker at the Think Road Forum 2025, the flagship annual event organized by the Institute for Advanced International Studies (IAIS). Nightingale Tajikistan Country Head Umed Khakimov also participated in the event. Held at the University of World Economy and

To Secure Billions in Trade, Central Asia Needs an Implementation Hub

Strengthening Strategic Connectivity and Security: Insights from the “India and Kazakhstan” Forum in Almaty

On November 13, participating in the high-level international forum “India and Kazakhstan: Forging Partnership in an Age of Disruption” in Almaty, Eldaniz Gusseinov addressed the critical need for deeper cooperation between New Delhi and Astana. Co-organized by the Embassy of India in Kazakhstan, Narxoz University, the HeartLand Expert-Analytical Center, and

Fellow Vlad Paddack Analyzes Kazakhstan’s Geopolitical Strategy for Radio Liberty

We are pleased to announce that our Fellow, Vlad Paddack, was recently featured in Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL). In the article, titled "Toqaev Balances Relations With Putin After Landmark US-Central Asia Summit," Vlad provides expert commentary on the recent diplomatic flurry involving Kazakh President Qasym-Zhomart

Nightingale Int. on Deutsche Welle: Trump, Central Asia, and Critical Minerals

Our Head of Research, Eldaniz Guseinov, joined Deutsche Welle to comment on the first-ever US–Central Asia (C5+1) summit held at the White House under President Donald Trump. In the segment, Eldaniz explained why this meeting matters both geopolitically and domestically for the region’s leaders: * He argued that

Afghanistan’s Break with Pakistan Opens Door for India

Nightingale Int. Featured In The Hill On Trump’s Central Asia Strategy

We are pleased to share that Nightingale Int. has been featured in The Hill, one of Washington’s leading political and policy publications. In an opinion piece titled “Trump’s golden opportunity to win over Central Asia” by James Durso, Nightingale Int. is cited for its analysis of shifting trade

Nightingale Int. Featured On Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

We’re pleased to share that Nightingale Int. has been featured by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty (RFE/RL) in their coverage of the recent C5+1 summit in Washington, where U.S. President Donald Trump hosted the leaders of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. RadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty In the

Strength in Weakness: Eldaniz Gusseinov Analyzes the SCO’s Role as a Geopolitical "Safety Valve"

Nightingale Int. Head of Research, Eldaniz Gusseinov, has published a new analysis for the German policy journal Freiheit | Macht | Politik (FMP), offering a contrarian view on the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). In the article, titled "Weak Because It Is Strong: The SCO as a Geopolitical Safety Valve," Eldaniz

Nightingale Int. In The National Interest: India, Afghanistan, And The Road To Central Asia

We’re delighted to share that Nightingale Int. is featured in The National Interest with a new article co-authored by our Fellow Vlad Paddack and our Head of Research Eldaniz Gusseinov. The National Interest+2The National Interest+2 Their piece, titled “How Afghanistan Became India’s Gateway to Central Asia”