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The Rise Of Decolonial Thinking In Central Asia
Russia completed its colonization of Central Asia in the late 19th century, and all that territory became part of the Soviet Union after 1917. The people of Central Asia were forced to change centuries-old habits and live as Moscow dictated, including using Russian as their first language. Russia’s war on Ukraine, and chauvinistic statements from Russian officials about historic Russian lands, have stirred debate and introspection among Central Asians about Russia’s legacy in their region and in their own lives.
Episodes
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November 26, 2023
The Drone Race In Central Asia
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November 19, 2023
Recent Attacks Spotlight Gender Violence In Kazakhstan
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November 12, 2023
Podcast: Law And Order In Tajikistan
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November 05, 2023
How Distant Wars Impact Central Asia
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October 22, 2023
Can Sanctions Work Against Central Asian Kleptocracies?