Securitate energetică în Asia Centrală: Cum își menține Rusia influența prin petrol

Central Asian countries, despite their independence from the Soviet Union, remain heavily reliant on Russian energy supplies. Recent drone attacks in Ukraine have disrupted Russian oil production, affecting fuel availability in neighboring nations. Mongolia faces significant shortages, while Kyrgyzstan is developing new refining capacity. Tajikistan's gas supplies have halved, and Uzbekistan is less affected due to its refining capabilities. Kazakhstan, although self-sufficient, has limited capacity to assist others. The region's lack of access to the sea complicates alternative supply routes, and the reliance on a single supplier poses political risks. Experts suggest that regional cooperation and infrastructure development are essential for energy security.