Zamir Karajanov
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Kazak Leadership Fears Upheaval
Closure of opposition party and move against major civil society group suggest Kazak leadership is keen to shore up power following events in Ukraine.
20 Nov 05
Kazakstan: All Eyes on Kyrgyzstan
Fears of a Ukraine-style “velvet revolution” begin to grow in neighbouring Kazakstan.
20 Nov 05
Spotlight on Media Ownership in Kazak Libel Case
In a high-profile court case, a former minister turns the tables by claiming that Kazakstan’s ruling elite controls the media.
20 Nov 05
Special Report: Central Asian Neighbours Close Ranks
Regional leaders join China and Russia in stressing the need for US bases to close, and for external forces to stop meddling.
20 Nov 05
Kazakstan Seeks OSCE Chair
Experts predict “small revolution” if Kazakstan gets the top position in the European grouping in 2009.
20 Nov 05
Kazakstan Tightens Border Controls
A spate of extremist attacks in the CIS region prompts Astana to crackdown on illegal migration.
21 Feb 05
Kazak Police Plan Sparks Controversy
A proposal to widen the powers of Kazakstan’s police force is leading to fears of a return to the Soviet era.
21 Feb 05
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