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Uzbek Laws Encourage Media Repression

Kyrgyz Poll: More Choice, or More of Same?

Amidst plethora of parties for voters to choose from, a remarkably resilient political class adapts and survives.

Turkmen Leaders Need to Show Commitment to EU Human Rights Project

Ahmadinejad Was Freed Hiker's Captor, Not Saviour

Iran’s president pretends he had nothing to do with detaining alleged spies, but reveals himself by taking credit for Sarah Shourd’s release.

Uzbek State Ignores its Citizens

Questions Over Kenya's ICC Commitment

Sudanese leader’s visit to Nairobi sends worrying signal about whether Kenya will cooperation with investigations into post-election violence.

Kyrgyzstan: Protests on Demand

Marginalised groups serve as rent-a-mob demonstrators whenever the country is convulsed by unrest.

Common Market to Transform Kazakstan

Agreeing customs arrangements with Russia and Belarus just the first step towards greater economic viability.

Official Uzbek Green Group Needs More Even-Handed Approach

State-backed environmentalists happy to criticise Tajik pollution, but not their own government’s actions.

Addressing Roots of Conflict in Kyrgyzstan

Expert argues that ethnic tensions have been simmering for years, and radical new policies are needed to prevent conflict repeating itself.