IWPR Central Asia
Institute for War & Peace Reporting
Stories by the Author
Kazak Writer in Hiding
Two books penned by an outspoken Kazak novelist have caused the Astana government considerable embarrassment
22 Feb 05
Kyrgyz Army in Crisis
The lessons learned in two recent military campaigns have failed to usher major reforms of the cash-strapped Kyrgyz army
22 Feb 05
Kazak Army Reforms 'Unrealistic'
Military experts are sceptical about government plans to overhaul the armed forces
22 Feb 05
Gas Guarantees Tashkent Political Leverage
Uzbekistan's neighbours are seeking alternative energy sources in an effort to escape dependence on Tashkent
22 Feb 05
Central Asian Leaders Think Alike
Journalists from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakstan discuss their mutual problems
22 Feb 05
Economic Migrants Flock to Kazakstan
Almaty struggles to stem the flow of economic migrants into the country.
22 Feb 05
Afghan Refugees Left in Limbo
Uzbekistan's delicate balancing act over relations with the warring sides in Afghanistan leaves refugees out in the cold
22 Feb 05
Kyrgyzstan: Posting a Loss
Newspapers say they are under threat as chaotic postal service fails to pass on subscription fees.
21 Feb 05
Outspoken Uzbek Editor Dismissed
An Uzbek newspaper editor noted for his willingness to challenge government censorship has been sacked
21 Feb 05
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