Join Peter Leonard, an expert on Central Asia, Naz Nazar, a Turkmen-born journalist, and Alexander Cooley, a political scientist, as they unravel the complexities of Turkmenistan. They explore its paradoxical nature, from its glittering capital's marble architecture amid widespread poverty to the cult of personality surrounding former president Niyazov. The guests discuss Turkmenistan's unique neutrality in a perilous geopolitical landscape and its shifting allegiances, especially towards China, which has become a vital economic partner. Expect surprising insights into this enigmatic nation!
