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Buy the way? Kyrgyzstan’s post-election chaos

Oct 9, 2020
Joanna Lillis, Central Asia correspondent for The Economist, delves into Kyrgyzstan's turbulent political landscape following a controversial election marred by vote-buying claims. She discusses widespread protests and the resulting power vacuum, raising concerns about influence from neighboring China and Russia. The conversation also touches on America's historical struggles with racial violence, reflecting on the legacy of groups like the Ku Klux Klan. Lastly, they explore the complexities of Europe’s citizenship-by-investment schemes amidst shifting national policies.
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