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Water scarcity forces unlikely cooperation - Eastern Express - TVP WORLD
Central Asia is facing a growing environmental crisis, but the story has a political undercurrent. The Regional Ecological Summit 2026 in Astana signals a shift toward regional coordination on water, climate, and sustainability. Kazakhstan is positioning itself as a key broker in turning ecological pressure into diplomatic influence. But can long-standing rivalries and competing interests be overcome? Join our host, Jonasz Rewiński, and his guest, Bruce Pannier, a Caspian Policy Center Board Member, as they break down why climate policy in Central Asia is becoming a question of power.