China, Russia and Central Asian Infrastructure: Fragmenting or Reformatting the Region?

The book evaluates Central Asian regionalism by analyzing the impact of Russia and China on physical infrastructure, covering the 30-year period since the dissolution of the Soviet Union. It uses qualitative research methods and multiple case studies to explore how their engagement influences regional connectivity. It is of interest to scholars studying international relations, major power relations, Sino-Russian relations, China foreign policy, international institutions in Asia, multilateralism, and regionalism.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 346 pages
Publication date: 19 August 2023
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

Central Asian regionalism is examined in this book by examining the effects of Russia and China on the region's physical infrastructure. The narrative paints a picture of the two powers' impact on regional connectivity in Central Asia. The study covers the 30 years since the collapse of the Soviet Union, with a focus on the last decade before the global pandemic. Qualitative research techniques, such as document analysis, media analysis, and elite interviews, are used to investigate how the activities of Russia and China affect regional cooperation among Central Asian states. Multiple case studies of projects in the networked sectors of infrastructure, such as transportation, energy, and telecommunications, are used to support the argument and illustrate how Russia's and China's engagement affects regional connectivity. The book is of interest to scholars who study international relations in Eurasia, major power relations, Sino-Russian relations, China foreign policy, international institutions in Asia, multilateralism, and regionalism. The empirical depth of the book attracts the attention of area studies scholars who focus on Central Asia, Central Eurasia, and any of the five Central Asian states. Additionally, scholars who analyze the roles of hard infrastructure find the book particularly important. The in-depth cases on multilateral financial institutions and regional networks, particularly energy, transportation, and telecommunication, are of great value to those interested in these respective sectors.

Dimension: 210 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811942563
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022