Tajikistan

Baby Trade Worries Tajikistan

Kyrgyz Media Rebuff Allegations of Rumour-Mongering

Journalist called in for questioning over an article suggesting the president might be unwell.

Tajik-Kyrgyz Water Clash a Sign of Things to Come

Unclear borders and poor communications blamed for latest dispute over water resources.

Gender Equality a Dead Letter in Tajikistan

Despite a raft of equal opportunity laws, women in this conservative society are often treated as chattels.

Tajiks Dispute Benefits of Hunting

Scientists warn that many species are under threat, as local communities have no stake in face extinction as a result of poorly regulated hunts and poachers.

Turkmenistan to Tackle Population Decline

It will take more than special awards to encourage families to have more children.

Central Asia: Feb ‘08

Investigation into fatal police shooting praised for its balanced, analytical approach.

Baby Trade Worries Tajikistan

Poverty rather than greed drives women on low-incomes to sell newborn babies.

Uzbeks Loosen Banking Restrictions

Liberalising the rules for bank accounts may not be enough to restore savers’ confidence in the financial system.

Uzbek Amnesty Designed to Please West

While rights groups welcome the amnesty offered to several activists, they do not believe it marks a real change in policy.