Caucasus

NATO Looks to Central Asia

The strategically-important former Soviet republics now have the opportunity to work more closely with the alliance.

21 Feb 05

There are fears that extremist politicians may exploit Russian skinhead gangs prowling the streets of the former capital.

21 Feb 05

After eight years an environmental convention on the Caspian Sea has been signed - but what will it mean in practice?

21 Feb 05

Fergana residents concerned untreated drinking water could spread infectious diseases.

21 Feb 05

Military officials sacked for trying to forcibly enlist youngsters.

21 Feb 05

President Putin is urging ethnic Russians in Kazakstan to return to their historic homeland.

21 Feb 05

The Kazak authorities are attempting to curb the activities of their political opponents.

21 Feb 05

A narrowly averted industrial action at the capital's power plant has revealed the weaknesses of the Kyrgyz energy sector.

21 Feb 05

Dushanbe's decision to forcibly repatriate Afghan refugees alarms UN.

21 Feb 05

Critics say proposal to forget businessmen's past misdeeds in return for good behaviour will benefit only the rich and powerful.

21 Feb 05

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