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How Central Asia Gets Its News
Ground-breaking IWPR research shows how access to information is changing.
2 Oct 19
Tajik Entrepreneurs Struggle to Stay Afloat
Although official figures show that the private sector is thriving, business owners tell a different story.
12 Aug 19
Uzbekistan Increases Penalties for Animal Cruelty
Activists say that public awareness of humane treatment is growing.
12 Aug 19
Tourism in Kazakstan: Bad Service, Inflated Prices
Experts say that the government is failing to develop what could be a rich and profitable sector.
18 Jul 19
IWPR Brings Central Asian Journalists to Georgia
Learning from shared experiences and gaining new contacts will boost their work back home.
2 Jul 19
Uzbekistan: A Small Dose of Media Freedom
Previously-banned websites are unblocked, but experts still urge caution.
6 Jun 19
Why Did Dozens Die in Tajik Prison Riot?
Questions asked over second outbreak of serious violence in six months.
23 May 19
Tajik Christians Fear Talking About Their Faith
Converts try to keep a low profile amid growing uncertainty about their religion’s status.
11 Mar 19
Explaining China in Kyrgyzstan
Event hears that investing in sinology is a national interest.
3 Mar 19
Uzbek Gas in Short Supply
Despite country's huge energy resources, many citizens rely on coal and firewood in wintertime.
5 Feb 19
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