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The Armed Forces of Central Asia - Part 1 : Tajikistan and Regional Command Structures

The Red Line

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China's Potential Influence in Central Asia: The Tajikistan Perspective

The chapter explores the potential impact of China on Tajikistan, focusing on concerns related to geographical obstacles, political relations with Russia, and risks associated with controlling a Muslim region. It discusses government responses to unrest, wargaming scenarios, and structural weaknesses in the military. The chapter also evaluates the recent crisis in Tajikistan, the possibilities of a Russian coup, and the dynamics of a military conflict with Kyrgyzstan.

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