Caucasus
Georgian Ecology Ministry to Lose Powers
Parcelling out regulatory functions could lead to plundering of natural resources, conservationists warn.
25 Feb 11
Azerbaijan's Opposition Warns of Egyptian Scenario
Statue honouring Hosni Mubarak must come down, opposition leaders say.
18 Feb 11
Armenia's Crumbling Heritage
Ancient churches at risk from poorly-funded restoration work, weather damage and vandals.
17 Feb 11
Calls for Release of Azeri Facebook Activist
Police use drug charges to detain web poster who called for Egypt-style protests.
15 Feb 11
Concerns Over Anti-Muslim Discrimination in Georgia
Ethnic Azerbaijanis told they are “only guests” in Christian-majority state.
12 Feb 11
Cold Comfort for Displaced Armenian Villagers
Villagers who fled homes nearly two decades ago still waiting for decent housing.
12 Feb 11
Azeri Theatre Struggles to Survive in Georgia
Minority-language theatre desperately short of funding.
9 Feb 11
Yerevan Street Sellers Protest Trading Ban
Mayor says he won't back down on "health hazard" street stall ban as traders mount daily protests.
4 Feb 11
Armenia Wins Positive Economic Rating
Critics say laws may look good but monopoly grip on some sectors remains a problem.
1 Feb 11
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