Uzbeks Flock to Work in Kyrgyz South
Thousands of people from Uzbekistan earn their living over the border in Kyrgyzstan because life is so tough at home.
6 Jan 09
Tajikistan
Latest Racist Murders Shock Tajikistan
The recent murder of Tajik migrant worker Salahuddin Azizov has highlighted concerns that the Russian authorities are not doing enough to combat racist attacks.
27 Dec 08
Central Asia: Nov-Dec '08
Reporting teams focus on migrant labour crisis affecting Central Asian region.
26 Dec 08
Kyrgyz Opposition Bids for US Support
Former speaker of parliament lobbies for fairer political system where parties, not the president, make the running.
24 Dec 08
Uzbekistan: State-Run Pilgrimage Prompts Complaints
Secret police surveillance and extortion by officials mars the hajj experience.
24 Dec 08
Internet Use in Tajikistan Higher Than Estimated
Analysts say poverty and government resistance are obstacles to increased web traffic.
23 Dec 08
Cousin Marriages Blamed for Congenital Problems
Doctors in Tajikistan say the increase in marriage between blood relatives is to blame for many health problems in newborn babies.
21 Dec 08
Tajiks Stare into “Black Hole” Economy
Tax dodgers, drug traffickers and others create virtual economy which bears little relation to official figures.
19 Dec 08
Controversy Over Kyrgyz Protest Sentences
Sentences of up to 20 years seen as warning to other protesters, rather than justice.
18 Dec 08
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