2025/2026

Внутренняя и внешняя политика стран Центральной Азии

Статус: Маго-лего

Кто читает: Школа востоковедения

Когда читается: 4 модуль

Охват аудитории: для всех кампусов НИУ ВШЭ

Язык: английский

Контактные часы: 36

Course Syllabus

Abstract

The domestic and foreign policies of the Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Turkmenistan) are shaped by their unique historical, geopolitical, and economic contexts. Since gaining independence following the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991, these nations have navigated complex challenges in state-building, economic development, and regional integration. Central Asian governments emphasize national identity and cultural heritage, often promoting traditional values alongside modernization. Social issues such as youth unemployment, rural-urban disparities, and migration (both internal and external) are significant concerns. Religious and ethnic diversity is managed cautiously, with governments seeking to balance secularism and cultural pluralism while countering extremism. Resource-rich countries like Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan have leveraged their oil, gas, and mineral wealth to drive economic growth. However, their reliance on extractive industries has made them vulnerable to fluctuations in global commodity prices. Economic diversification, investment in infrastructure, and the development of sectors such as agriculture, technology, and tourism are key domestic priorities for these nations. The foreign policies of Central Asian states reflect a complex interplay of regional cooperation, great power relations, and national interests in the post-Soviet space. These countries have developed distinct diplomatic approaches while sharing common regional challenges and opportunities.