Regionalism and Regionalization in Central Asia

This article is dedicated to the question of regionalism and regionalization in contemporary international relations, with a specific focus on Central Asia. The article addresses the question of whether or not Central Asia can be referred to as a true geopolitical region. In addressing this question, the authors examine particular factors that are essential for the formation of a region, including those tied to the economy, energy, culture, and labor migration.

Authors:

• L. Delovarova
• A. Davar
• S. Asanov
• F. Kukeyeva

Keywords:

• Central Asia
• integration
• regionalization
• regionalism.

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