Iran Polishes Image in Tajikistan
A new college of jewellery in Tajikistan is being funded by Iran, as part of that country’s longstanding efforts to build relationships with the Central Asian states.
8 Feb 10
Tajikistan
Central Asia Meeting on Journalism in Internet Age
IWPR meeting highlights challenges and possibilities of journalism in the internet age.
5 Feb 10
Kazak Migrant Policy Criticised
Low migrant quota will make foreign seasonal workers vulnerable to mistreatment, say critics.
27 Jan 10
Tajik Opposition Flagging Before Election Race Start
Success for opposition parties at best means a handful of seats in parliament.
27 Jan 10
Kazaks Take Step Towards Trade Bloc With Russia
Regional customs arrangement as much about politics as about economics.
15 Jan 10
Tajik Quake Survivors Short of Shelter, Food
Earthquake survivors in eastern mountains struggling in freezing conditions without adequate shelter, clothing and food.
14 Jan 10
Tajikistan Struggles With Landmine Legacy
Conflict in Tajikistan may have ended a dozen years ago, but residents continue to be killed and injured when they step on landmines, Khurshed Durakhsh reports.
9 Jan 10
Herat Carpets Beaten by Man-Made Imports
Traders complain traditional handicrafts being swamped by cheap competitors.
6 Jan 10
Tajik-Uzbek Spy Case Highlights Political Divisions
Allegations that Uzbeks spied on Tajik uranium facility fit wider pattern of suspicion and mistrust.
4 Jan 10
Concern at Funding Scheme for Giant Tajik Dam
Campaign to raise money to finish hydroelectric project not as voluntary as it seems.
30 Dec 09
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