The policy brief “Bridging Horizons: Strengthening Cooperation Between Central Asia and Central and Eastern Europe” was developed by Eldaniz Gusseinov on the basis of the IWPR Representative Office in Central Asia and the regional analytical platform CABAR.asia.
For citation and references to the material, it is necessary to indicate: Gusseinov E., 2023, Bridging Horizons: Strengthening Cooperation Between Central Asia and Central and Eastern Europe, CABAR.asia
IWPR Central Asia and CABAR.asia present the policy brief “Bridging Horizons: Strengthening Cooperation Between Central Asia and Central and Eastern Europe”
This policy analysis delves into the dynamic interplay between Central Asia (CA) and Central and Eastern Europe (CEE), scrutinizing their political, economic, and diplomatic dimensions. Key observations reveal a surge in high-level political engagements and an expansion of trade connections, though marked by certain disparities. An analysis of the establishment and distribution of diplomatic missions underscores the mutual significance accorded by each region. Particularly, Hungary’s adoption of an “Open to the East” policy framework is identified as pivotal in fostering diversified economic linkages with Central Asia. The author proposes a multifaceted approach to enhance CA-CEE relations, integrating political dialogue, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange. Conclusively, the brief outlines a set of actionable strategies to bolster this interregional relationship.
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