Azerbaijan

Corruption Stifles Azeri Business

Disgruntled businessmen try to take a stand against increased bribe-taking and a lack of transparency.

12 May 05

Shoddy installation and lack of government oversight means using gas at home is a risky business.

16 Mar 05

New party set up by President Nazarbaev’s daughter likely to lead in this year’s parliamentary election.

22 Feb 05

Suspicions are raised that Erjan Tatishev, alleged to have been the victim of tragic accident, was murdered.

21 Feb 05

A growing litany of complaints from Azerbaijanis employed by international companies in Baku.

17 Feb 05

Is the defence ministry weeding out officers for financial misdemeanours, or because they are viewed as disloyal to the regime?

3 Feb 05

In a traditionally male-dominated society, many women can expect little help – except from other women.

7 Jan 05

A local land dispute has escalated following the death of an elderly Azerbaijani woman in southern Georgia.

16 Dec 04

Claims that the new Bar Council favours a chosen few.

1 Dec 04

ArmenTel loses mobile phone monopoly as government ushers in Karabakh-related company.

25 Nov 04

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