Questions Surround Elections
Iraqi politicians try to figure out whether they will win or lose from new political road-map.
22 Feb 05
Afghanistan
Dushanbe Alarmed Over IMU Activity
The spectre of the IMU has returned to haunt the Tajik government
22 Feb 05
Afghanistan: New Model Army
A new, integrated Afghan army is needed to boost prospects of peace in the country.
22 Feb 05
Karzai May Struggle to Disarm Warlords
Political rivalries, economics and tradition stand in the way of any Afghan disarmament process.
22 Feb 05
Uzbekistan: Karimov Seeks Extended Term
Uzbek analysts warn extension of Karimov presidency could derail the democratisation process.
22 Feb 05
Khan Tightens Grip on Herat
Warlord Ismail Khan looks to Tehran to help him consolidate his Herat powerbase.
22 Feb 05
Uzbekistan: Vagrants Take Shine off Model Town
A television report lifting the lid on homelessness in a showcase Uzbek town has caused official rage and embarrassment.
22 Feb 05
Kyrgyzstan: Alarm Over Food Aid Scam
Parliamentary deputies investigate humanitarian aid scam that's led to fears over food safety.
22 Feb 05
Newspaper Slur Angers Uighurs
Kazak authorities come to defence of ethnic group attacked in media report.
22 Feb 05
Uzbekistan Cold-shoulders Refugees
The Uzbek government claims it cannot afford to grant refugees even the most basic civil rights
22 Feb 05
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