Zafar Abdullaev
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Woman detained without charge for requesting better conditions for jailed relatives.
Decision to amend several areas of the constitution may backfire on President Rahmonov.
Dismissal of reformer seen as sign that some Islamic party members aren’t ready for change.
Dushanbe is hoping the opening of a frontier crossing with China will transform Tajik fortunes.
Presidential backing for new independent radio station raises hopes of more media freedom.
Few believe Rajabi Mirzo was the victim of a random mugging, given the critical stance of his newspaper.
Officials use promises and threats to recruit extra labour to gather the important crop.