by Semanur Öncü
Abstract
Central Asia, still struggling with the problems caused by the planned borders drawn by the USSR, has become an important region where global powers are fighting for supremacy. The world powers have sought to strengthen relations with the Central Asian countries in order to benefit from the rich energy resources here and keep them under control. The European Union, in particular, sought favorable conditions to advance its geopolitical interests after the collapse of the USSR, and accordingly, the EU began to develop relations with Central Asian countries. In order to strengthen its position in the region, the EU signed cooperation and association agreements with the countries of the region. In order to become an effective power on the international stage, Central Asian countries have sought to develop policies based on a balance with the EU. This study analyzes in detail the European Union’s efforts to survive in Central Asia and in particular its relations with Kyrgyzstan.
Keywords: Kyrgyzstan, European Union, Central Asia
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