The geopolitical risks of China’s influence on Central Asian countries

The article analyzes the Central Asian region and the infl uence of China on countries of the region from a position of geopolitical risks. For the analysis of the classifi cation of risks taken and on the basis of the theoretical knowledge in this area the article examines relations of China with the Central Asian countries. Using the results of their own research, the authors draw attention to the key points that should draw international attention until they escalate into regional confl icts.