Recent Stories

2 Sep 11
President Alexander Ankvab likely to seek continuity, though some fear more authoritarian style.
3 Jun 11
With no clear front-runner in sight yet, any successor to the late President Bagapsh faces task of promoting Abkhazian interests in close but unequal relationship with Moscow.
18 Mar 11
Four women in parliament “not an achievement, but a disgrace”, says leading member.
29 Jan 11
Russian audit chief finds no wrongdoing in Abkhazia’s use of development funds, but notes millions of dollars have yet to be accounted for.
12 Nov 10
Government tries to encourage descendents of 19th century emigrants to come home.
19 Jul 10
State broadcaster rejects accusations it backs government line.
28 May 10
After poor showing in elections last year, it seeks to present a united front.
7 May 10
Defence ministry trying to check all lists of veterans compiled during the 1992-93 war.
13 Mar 10
Territory unites to mourn Ardzinba, though divisions remain. By Anaid Gogoryan in Sukhum
20 Feb 10
But some worry that offshore wells may harm tourism.