IWPR Central Asia
Institute for War & Peace Reporting
Stories by the Author
Turkmen Energy Extraction Threatens Environment
Experts call for new energy projects to be accompanied with transparent monitoring of their environmental effects.
16 Nov 07
Many Obstacles to New Silk Route
Grand plans for a free flow of goods between east and west could be undermined by suspicious and uncooperative Central Asian leaderships.
16 Nov 07
Illegal Baby Trade Suspected in Kyrgyz Hospitals
Two arrests have heightened concern that corruption and poor record-keeping may allow babies to be spirited out of hospitals for illegal adoption.
14 Apr 07
Tajiks' Election Choices Already Limited
The main opposition parties have dropped out of the race, and the few remaining candidates have no chance against the current president.
16 Oct 06
Tajik Farmers Face Mounting Debt
A never-ending cycle of financial problems means many cotton farmers can never make a profit.
12 Sep 06
Disgraced Turkmen Regional Chief Dies in Jail
Once-favoured provincial governor follows the well-worn path of dismissal and imprisonment, and ends up dead in jail.
24 Jul 06
Locusts Eat Away at Tajik Economy
Market prices go up as farmers salvage what they can from the insect invasion.
10 Jul 06
Kyrgyz Land Grab Targets Outspoken Politician
Squatters take over land belonging to a local leader who led anti-government protests.
10 Jul 06
Party's Over for Kazak President's Daughter
The head of states decides he only wants one political force in town, and he should be in charge of it.
10 Jul 06
Kyrgyz Voter Clash Prompts Election Debate
Armed with shotguns and ready for a fight, voters turn out in force to support their local candidates.
3 Jul 06
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