Geostrategic changes in Central Asia: Role of Kyrgyzstan in omni-esmeshment strategy = 중앙아시아의 지정학적 변화 : Omni-enmeshment 전략에서 키르기스스탄의 역할

다국어 초록 (Multilingual Abstract)

Geostrategic changes in Central Asia: Role of Kyrgyzstan in omni-enmeshment strategy Department of Political Science and International Relations Graduate School Dankook University Aiperi KENENBAEVA1 Advisor: Professor. HanSeung CHO This paper assesses the geostrategic shift in Central Asia and challenges faced by the region's independent states. As major powers vie for influence in the region, smaller states like Kyrgyzstan find themselves caught in the midst of shifting geopolitical dynamics. Kyrgyzstan's position between Russia, China, and other regional powers presents both opportunities and challenges. Drawing insights from ASEAN's successes, the study advocates for a comparable collaborative framework for Central Asia, delineating the imperative for shared economic, political, security, and cultural cooperation to foster a more stable, unified region. Additionally, the study explores the potential role of small states, highlighting Kyrgyzstan's strategic positioning, and omni-enmeshment strategy, drawing insights from Southeast Asian nations. Leveraging its small state status, Kyrgyzstan could serve as a mediator, promoting inclusive regional cooperation. Ultimately, the integration of Central Asian states is posited as a crucial step towards stabilizing the region, preserving their sovereignty, and facilitating developmental opportunities in the modern world. Key words: small states, Central Asia, Major powers, omni enmeshment, ASEAN, Kyrgyzstan, foreign policy, regional integration and cooperation

목차 (Table of Contents)

• List of Contents
• Abstract (in English) i
• List of Contents · iii
• List of Tables v
• List of Figures vi
• I. INTRODUCTION 1
• II. THEORETICAL APPROACHES
• 2.1. Characteristic of small states’ foreign policy and diplomacy · 8
• 2.2. Small states ‘omni-enmeshment’ strategy – ASEAN model · 17
• III. CENTRAL ASIA AS A NEW ACTOR IN THE INTERNATIONAL ARENA
• 3.1. The collapse of the USSR and formation of the new states in Central Asia · 25
• 3.2. Political and Economic developments 30
• 3.3. Kyrgyzstan foreign policy with Central Asia countries 43
• IV. KYRGYZSTAN BETWEEN COMPEITING MAJOR POWERS
• 4.1. The weakening of Russia’s influence and the rise of China 46
• 4.2. Problems in relation between Kyrgyzstan and China· 68
• 4.3. US-China relations influence to Kyrgyzstan · 75
• V. KYRGYZSTAN’S STRATEGY TO REGIONAL DYNAMICS IN CA
• 5.1. Importance of regional integration for CA countries using the example of ASEAN
• 84
• 5.2. Kyrgyzstan’s strategic position and role in regional integration process 99
• VI CONCLUSION 106
• VII REFERENCES · 109
• Abstracts (in other languages) 126
• VITA 134