In this interview with the EU-VALUES Network, Co-editor and author Prof. Assylzat Karabayeva of 'The Russia–Ukraine War and Its Implications for Central Asia: Resilience, Connectivity, and Decolonization' reflects on how the war has reshaped Europe–Central Asia relations and what the future might hold.

Watch now to learn about:

• Opportunities for multilateral engagement between Central Asian countries and European institutions to promote stability and conflict prevention.

• How the EU’s normative power—around rule of law, sovereignty, and human rights—resonates in Central Asia after the invasion of Ukraine, and where the gaps lie.

• The EU’s potential role in strengthening regional resilience through green transitions, digital connectivity, and educational cooperation.

• The key variables that could reshape Central Asia’s alignment and autonomy over the next five years. - The lessons for European policymakers and analysts seeking a more coherent and credible approach to the region.
  
  This conversation with Assylzat (KIMEP university) explores the intersections of resilience, connectivity, and strategy in a rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape. If you’d like to learn more, check out the full book 'The Russia–Ukraine War and Its Implications for Central Asia: Resilience, Connectivity, and Decolonization', available through Palgrave Macmillan, 2024: https://www.bloomsbury.com/us/russiaukraine-war-and-its-implications-on-central-asia-9781666966473/