Tajikistan

Tajikistan: Holy Row Over Mission Groups

The Islamic establishment in Dushanbe is concerned that a growing number of young people are joining non-Muslim faith groups.

21 Feb 05

Government denies claims that its much trumpeted media reforms are a sham

21 Feb 05

Political instability and poor facilities combine to put the dampners on the Kyrgyz tourist industry.

21 Feb 05

If their country is to have a future, Tajikistan's regional powers must work together to repair an economy devastated by war and natural disasters.

21 Feb 05

Impoverished young sportsmen play deadly game with rich rewards.

21 Feb 05

Six years after the civil war ended, parents of missing soldiers continue to search for them.

21 Feb 05

Decision to amend several areas of the constitution may backfire on President Rahmonov.

21 Feb 05

Muslim women say officials are refusing to give them passports if their photo shows them in a headscarf.

21 Feb 05

Economic crisis is hitting the education sector hard, leading to rising illiteracy.

21 Feb 05

Many hopes and fears are resting on the Russian national team’s performance in the European football championship.

21 Feb 05

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