Politics in Central Asia

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What is Central Asia? How have religion and culture shaped the region?s modern identity? What are the lasting impacts of colonialism and empire on contemporary Central Asian politics? How is climate change influencing migration patterns? And how have energy resources shaped the economies of Central Asian countries and their roles in international politics? This course invites students to explore these critical questions through an examination of Central Asia?s history, society, politics, and international relations. (GOVT-CP)