U.S. vs China: the battle for central Asia’s business | Eastern Express
Marco Rubio’s visit to Uzbekistan came two days after President Shavkat Mirziyoyev met Chinese Premier Li Qiang. We examine how Central Asian governments are seeking investment and greater bargaining power through relationships with both Washington and Beijing. We look at the announced $12B package of agreements with American partners and China’s established economic presence. Minerals, transport routes, and technology create opportunities, alongside questions about financing, delivery, and political conditions.
Can Uzbekistan deepen both partnerships as U.S.–China competition intensifies? Bruce Pannier, Board Member of the Caspian Policy Center, joins Benjamin Lee in this episode of Eastern Express.
Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
00:08 – High-stakes talks in Uzbekistan
00:58 – Uzbekistan at the center of U.S.–China economic competition
02:55 – Uzbekistan’s ambitions
04:48 – Investment opportunities in Uzbekistan
06:23 – Interview with Bruce Pannier, Board Member, Caspian Policy Center
19:59 – Eastern News Flash
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