Kazakstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, & Uzbekistan: A Country Study

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An guide to the 5 republics of Central Asia that belonged to the Soviet Union until it collapsed in 1991. Since their independence, these republics have attracted considerable attention, largely because of the improved opportunities for exploitation of their oil & natural gas. This volume brings new info. about a region of enhanced relevance in the world's economy & geopolitical structure. Includes for each of the 5 republics: country profile, historical setting, physical environ., pop'n. & society, religion, national identity, educ., health, social welfare, the economy, transport. & telecomm., gov't. & politics, & nat. security. Extensive maps & photos


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An guide to the 5 republics of Central Asia that belonged to the Soviet Union until it collapsed in 1991. Since their independence, these republics have attracted considerable attention, largely because of the improved opportunities for exploitation of their oil & natural gas. This volume brings new info. about a region of enhanced relevance in the worlds economy & geopolitical structure. Includes for each of the 5 republics: country profile, historical setting, physical environ., popn. & society, religion, national identity, educ., health, social welfare, the economy, transport. & telecomm., govt. & politics, & nat. security. Extensive maps & photos.


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