All five Central Asian states are rightly proud of their distinct cultural heritages and histories. Each has unique assets and strengths and fiercely defends its sovereignty. It is important that the UK Government both respects and encourages the independence of the Central Asian countries from their dominating neighbours. The Government should develop tailored approaches to engagement for each one. However, it is also important that the Government remains realistic about the extent to which ...

All five Central Asian states are rightly proud of their distinct cultural heritages and histories. Each has unique assets and strengths and fiercely defends its sovereignty. It is important that the UK Government both respects and encourages the independence of the Central Asian countries from their dominating neighbours. The Government should develop tailored approaches to engagement for each one. However, it is also important that the Government remains realistic about the extent to which countries are able to decouple from Russia at the current time and the varying levels of interest in doing so. Type: recommendation | Number: 2 | Paragraph: 18 | Response status: accepted Government response: Agree. We have re-energised bilateral relationships with each of the five Central Asian states, including through partnerships in areas of mutual benefit, increased Ministerial engagement and formal dialogues. We have tailored approaches to each country, which are reviewed regularly. Further