The Threat Posed by ISIS to Security of the Oil and Gas Industry in Central Asia

摘要

The growing sphere of influence of the Islamic State (IS) is said to have led to an increase in extremist rhetoric and activities in many regions around the world, including Central Asia. The notable increase in terrorist activities, surge in recruitment for terrorist organisations and rise in illicit oil trafficking to fund these organisations have been largely accredited to the presence of IS agents and sympathisers in Central Asia.