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Globalisation, Authoritarianism and the Post-Soviet State in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan

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  • Ernesto Gallo

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Central Asian states are more complex than what a first glance at their authoritarian nature might suggest. Despite their relatively recent independence, they have strengthened and managed to effectively improve their economic performance. This article aims at analysing two case-studies, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, and demonstrating how their statehood evolved in relation to both domestic dimensions (such as the traditional legacy of clans and the more recent Soviet experience) and powerful international influences, especially those of Western-driven neoliberalism, neighbouring Russia and China. While neoliberalism has had a significant impact on Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan has remained more anchored to the legacy of the Soviet Union. Yet both states have demonstrated autonomy in their economic choices and strong political agency; far from being pawns in the hands of Great Powers, they are active protagonists of twenty-first century global politics.

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  • Ernesto Gallo, 2021. "Globalisation, Authoritarianism and the Post-Soviet State in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan," Europe-Asia Studies, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 73(2), pages 340-363, February.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:ceasxx:v:73:y:2021:i:2:p:340-363
    DOI: 10.1080/09668136.2020.1761297
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    1. Howie, Peter & Davletova, Indira & Makhazhan, Indira, 2023. "Evaluating the design and implementation of Kazakhstan’s workfare program," Evaluation and Program Planning, Elsevier, vol. 99(C).

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