Kyrgyzstan

Reality Blurred in Kyrgyz TV Dispute

A surprise takeover of a major independent TV station leads to a standoff with the new shareholders.

22 Dec 05

The privatisation of two leading government newspapers could create a freer press – if the authorities cede control of the shares, that is.

17 Dec 05

Nursultan Nazarbaev is set for another seven years in power after an election widely condemned as fraudulent.

14 Dec 05

Employers in Kyrgyzstan are ignoring laws designed to protect people with disabilities.

11 Dec 05

The president claims a landslide victory, while his opponents say it lacks credibility.

9 Dec 05

Plans to introduce proportional representation prompt parties to form strategic alliances to win seats and influence.

3 Dec 05

Market traders from Kyrgyzstan are deported as Kazakstan tightens security for the presidential election.

3 Dec 05

Proposal to do away with a key institution could leave the courts weaker and more vulnerable to political interference, say opponents of the scheme.

2 Dec 05

The lives of many women could be saved if they sought conventional medical treatment.

1 Dec 05

Tough talk from general prosecutor Kambaraly Kongantiev has sparked fears of censorship.

28 Nov 05

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