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September 18, 2012

Russia' 'Big Bang' in Central Asia

M.K. Bhadrakumar, Asia Times

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A period of intense high-level exchange is commencing this week between Russia and its Central Asian allies - and Pakistan. What characterizes the Russian strategy is a robust attempt to develop comprehensive partnerships with these countries in preparation of the post-2014 scenario in Afghanistan with the expected withdrawal of the troops of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

The Russian focus is, not surprisingly, on the three countries to the north and south of Afghanistan - Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan and Pakistan.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's forthcoming visit to Bishkek on Thursday promises to be a turning point in Moscow's strategy.

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TAGGED: Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Russia

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