POLITICS OF PARTITION: UNDERSTANDING BORDER ISSUES IN CENTRAL ASIA

Border disputes have long been a source of conflict and tension between nations. This paper explores the various border disputes involving Uzbekistan, with a particular focus on issues with Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Tajikistan. The study employs a historical analysis of the first division of Central Asian states in the early colonial period to understand the origins of these disputes. The paper presents a detailed examination of Uzbekistan’s border problems with Kyrgyzstan, particularly the complexities of enclaves and exclaves, as well as territorial problems with Kazakhstan and Tajikistan. The paper concludes with a discussion on possible solutions to these border problems, emphasizing diplomatic dialogues and international interventions.