Turkmenistan
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
Central Asia Meeting on Journalism in Internet Age
IWPR meeting highlights challenges and possibilities of journalism in the internet age.
5 Feb 10
Herati Divisions Over US Consulate Plan
Some say diplomatic mission will bring risk of attacks, but others hopeful it will boost city.
4 Feb 10
Uzbek Authorities Move Against Top Photographer
Rights groups ridicule suggestions that Umida Ahmedova’s images libel Uzbek nation as a whole.
2 Feb 10
Two Dozen Jailed in Turkmen Bakers Trial
31 Jan 10
Turkmen Human Rights for Energy Not a Fair Trade
West’s haste to engage with Turkmenistan and buy its gas risks sweeping human rights under the carpet, activists say.
11 Jan 10
Turkmen “Golden Lake” Put on Hold
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
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