Is the CSTO Facing Collapse?

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Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center

Is the CSTO Facing Collapse?

Most of the energy resources from Central Asian countries come to European markets through the territory of Russia but at the same time European countries want to make sure that Central Asian countries' economies are not damaged by all the sanctions.

By Temur Umarov

Published on Dec 12, 2022

About the Author

Temur Umarov

Fellow, Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center

Temur Umarov is an expert on China and Central Asia, and a fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center.

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