Kiss Controversy in Kazakstan
Poster showing 19th century cultural heroes in clinch sparks sound and fury, but doesn’t mean Kazak legislators will rush to adopt Russian-style homophobic laws.
5 Sep 14
Kazakhstan
Draconian Laws Threaten Free Trade Unions in Kazakstan
Government trying to co-opt unions into unified structure and punish any stragglers.
11 Jul 14
Kazakstan's Balancing Act Over Ukraine Ties
Government aims to strengthen links with Kiev while avoiding alienating strategic partner Moscow.
26 Jun 14
Hard Times Ahead for Kazakstan Civil Society
Despite progress on talks to amend upcoming NGO bill, other legislation imposes worrying restrictions.
23 Jun 14
Armenia Faces Delay to Joining Moscow-Led Union
Experts say that concerns about Nagorny Karabakh are hampering progress towards accession.
6 Jun 14
Kyrgyzstan Gets Soft Terms for Customs Union Entry
Russian support for an assistance package clinches a deal that both governments see as benefiting them.
6 Jun 14
Economic Union Challenges Kazak Foreign Policy
Now it's committed to Moscow's regional project, Kazakstan may find it hard to maintain other relationships.
5 Jun 14
Kazakstan "Hitler" Magazine Editor Says He's Victim of Moscow Pressure
Outcry led by Russian media turned debate into a political issue.
16 May 14
Kazak Authorities Chip Away at Free Expression
Experts think government is losing confidence in its ability to win "information war".
23 Apr 14
Changes to Kazakstan Criminal Law Seen as Threat to Human Rights
Renewed campaign on potentially far-reaching legal changes that are now before parliament.
15 Apr 14
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