Uzbekistan

Xi in Samarkand: Words for Putin, substance for Central Asia

At the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping celebrate closing ranks against the West. But the warm words distract from Xi's true success.

By Michael Radunski

Xi Jinping arrived in Uzbekistan

By Redaktion Table

Xi embarks on Central Asia trip – at the same time as Pope Francis

By Redaktion Table

The Shanghai Organization shows commitment to Afghanistan

This week, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit is taking place in Tajikistan – largely unnoticed by the West. That is a mistake. After all, a new power is forming here. And China is playing a key role.

By Michael Radunski