Kentriki Asia / Central Asia
Subtitle: Apo ta Soviet sto Mahala / From the Soviets to the Mahala
Publisher: Papazisis Publishers
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Athens, Greece
Format: Paperback
Description: Τhe main topic of concern is that of the transition phase for the five newly independent states of Central Asia. Local economic and social traits are examined as part of an attempt to show that a true transition from Communism to Democracy and an Open Market was never realized in Central Asia. Russia’s influence, U.S. policy in the area and the role of regional players are part of a greater puzzle presented and analysed in detail.