Eduard Poletaev

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Agreement seen as sealing a strong relationship between two regional neighbours.

20 Nov 05

The violence in Andijan has received a muted response in neighbouring Kazakstan, which has focused on protecting its borders.

20 Nov 05

Foreign companies and their workers are increasingly unwelcome in Kazakstan.

14 Nov 05

Kazaks are unimpressed with unorthodox government scheme to curb the country's growing drugs problem.

22 Feb 05

For once, arid regions of southern Kazakstan and Uzbekistan have more water than they can cope with.

22 Feb 05

Plan to revive agricultural sector fails to meet needs of small-scale farmers.

22 Feb 05

Opposition prevented from venting criticism of the government at international conference aimed at attracting foreign investment

21 Feb 05

President uses international media event to rule that a controversial law is unconstitutional.

21 Feb 05

Kazakstan and Kyrgyzstan are preparing to repel an expected offensive by Islamic insurgents

21 Feb 05

Police suggest mafia link to explosion after man dies, calming initial fears of Islamic insurgency.

21 Feb 05

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