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Airbase Eviction May Weaken Kyrgyzstan
Former American envoy says US can locate military base elsewhere, but Kyrgyzstan needs to weigh up the consequences for its own security.
26 Feb 09
Kyrgyz Opposition Bids for US Support
Former speaker of parliament lobbies for fairer political system where parties, not the president, make the running.
24 Dec 08
Kyrgyz Clean Water Project Under Scrutiny
Critics highlight flaws in major project to provide drinking water in rural areas, but public reluctance to pay for upkeep is part of the problem.
12 Jun 08
Kyrgyzstan Fast-Tracks Energy Sell-Off
Parliament gives away its right to block controversial privatisation deals in the electricity industry.
6 Jun 08
Border Deal Could Spark New Kyrgyz Protests
A land giveaway to Kazakstan could be the last straw for a disillusioned population, creating the threat of a new round of anti-government demonstrations.
16 Apr 08
Turkmenistan's Disappointing Prison Amnesty
A mass release of convicts is not in itself a sign of liberalisation.
28 Oct 07
Kazak Government Signals Compromise in Oil Dispute
Delays to the Kashagan project will have an impact on the wider economy, but there is little the government can do to speed it up.
17 Oct 07
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