Aslibegim Manzarshoeva
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Critics say granting land to China "unconstitutional", but consensus view is that diplomats secured best possible deal.
Authorities worry about radical Islam, but look set to shut down rural community mosques in the process.
Media experts call for broader consultations to ensure legislation achieves goal of greater press freedom.
Large-scale population movement contributes to virus spreading across broad cross-section of society.
Reform bill seeks to level the playing field ahead of 2010 polls.
Tashkent is seeking allies in its campaign to block Kyrgyz and Tajik river projects.
Journalists in Badakhshan welcome report highlighting parlous state of both print and broadcasting media.
Residents say they’re forced to rely on word of mouth to get the latest news.
Familiar patterns of harassment and obstruction, with new focus on curtailing internet.
Some argue that in a country as poor as this, people have no option but to send children out to work.