IWPR Central Asia
Institute for War & Peace Reporting
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IWPR Launches New Central Asia Programme
Scheme aims to support a fresh crop of experts and reporters across the region.
27 Feb 18
Tajikistan's Latest Crackdown on Tradition
Lavish ceremonies to mark major life events will now be curtailed by law.
11 Sep 17
Afghan Instability Threatens Tajikistan
The power vacuum in the neighbouring state has Tajik analysts worried.
28 Jul 17
Tajikistan's Abandoned Wives
Many men find new partners while working abroad, leaving families at home without support.
30 Mar 17
President's Lawsuits Intimidate Kyrgyz Media
Independent outlets fear pressure may fuel self-censorship.
24 Mar 17
Could Uzbekistan be Opening Up?
Scope for change on foreign policy, but domestic reform may be mostly cosmetic.
15 Mar 17
Kazakstan: The Pain of Polygamy
Men see taking extra and unofficial ‘wives’ as a sign of social prestige.
8 Mar 17
Kyrgyzstan: Female Convicts Face Harsh Future
Experts say that jailing women has far-reaching societal repercussions.
8 Mar 17
Kyrgyz Divorcees Left Out in the Cold
Women left to raise children on their own with no support from their ex-husbands.
21 Feb 17
Tajik Media Faces Exodus
A combination of state pressure and lack of jobs is weakening the country's journalism sector.
3 Feb 17
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