Admissions are now closed. Thank you to everyone who applied. The competition was strong. This cohort brings together participants from 8 countries: Kazakhstan (28), Uzbekistan (4), Kyrgyzstan (2), Azerbaijan (2), and one participant each from Georgia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and India.
In 2026, participants will work in eight thematic groups with mentors and produce applied analytical papers. Mentors will support each group throughout the full research process.
Thematic tracks include:
In February, the program will host online training sessions on data analysis and data visualization.
Key program dates:
We wish all participants a strong start, disciplined data collection, and clear, well-grounded findings. We will share updates and highlights throughout the program.
Stay tuned!
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In 2026, participants will work in eight thematic groups with mentors and produce applied analytical papers. Mentors will support each group throughout the full research process.
Thematic tracks include:
- Regionalism in Central Asia
- Hydropolitics and water governance
- Investment climate and global value chains
- Transport corridors and Eurasian connectivity
- Connectivity in Central Asia (policy/economy/strategy)
- Critical minerals and the global political economy
- Strategic trade controls and sanctions regimes
In February, the program will host online training sessions on data analysis and data visualization.
Key program dates:
- February - Training sessions
- March–April - Research work
- 28 April - Final meeting and publication of policy briefs
We wish all participants a strong start, disciplined data collection, and clear, well-grounded findings. We will share updates and highlights throughout the program.
Stay tuned!
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/datalabskz_launching-the-experts-school-on-governance-activity-7423979128967659520-0XfL?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_android&rcm=ACoAABlclhYB6rdNSgPt3zmygP78H7cnAYRY72k