Central Asia refers to the inland region of Central Asia, a concept first proposed by German Alexander Von Humphrey in 1843. There are various definitions of its scope, and in a narrow sense, it is generally limited to the "Five Central Asian Countries".
Geographically, Central Asia is located at the junction of the Eurasian continent, between major powers or regional powers such as Russia, Chinese, India, Iran, and Pakistan.
It is a transport hub connecting Asia and Europe and has always been a vital passageway for eastward advancement, westward expansion and the ancient Silk Road. After the end of the Cold War, Central Asia, as an important strategic buffer zone, has become even more prominent in geopolitical significance.
Although vast grasslands extend across the region's northern part, large-scale agriculture development is hindered by climate and water scarcity issues.
