Caucasus
Emigration Empties Armenian Towns
Labour force continues to flow to Russia, and new rules will make it easier for them to put down roots there.
As List Grows, Azeri Leaders Say "What Political Prisoners?"
Government currently presiding over human-right-friendly Council of Europe’s cabinet.
Georgian Dream Fades in Local Elections
Governing coalition positive about early results, but cannot claim resounding win.
Armenian Economy Hit by Knock-on Effects of Russia Sanctions
Government scales back recovery predictions for an already struggling economy.
Five Years' Jail for Finding Fault With Azerbaijan Election
Anar Mammadli's group said election giving president 85 per cent win could not count as "free and democratic”.
Abkhazia Takes Stock Ahead of Presidential Campaign
As opposition considers whether to field one candidate or several, many Abkhaz are alarmed at the precedent set by ousting leaders, even unpopular ones.
Interventionism to Make Georgian Businesses Fit for Europe
Some say that government should stay out of private sector, others that it isn't putting in enough money to make a difference.
Armenia Faces Delay to Joining Moscow-Led Union
Experts say that concerns about Nagorny Karabakh are hampering progress towards accession.