Central Asia's Poorest States in Crisis
After a freezing winter marked by severe energy shortages, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan fear spring could bring food shortages as well.
18 Feb 08
Turkmenistan
Uzbek Police Keep Eagle Eye on Banks
Despite claims that money now flows freely through the banks, the secret police still routinely inspect transfers from abroad.
12 Feb 08
Turkmenistan: Twilight Existence for Uzbek Illegals
Sixteen years after independence, thousands of Uzbeks from the border districts of Turkmenistan remain without passports.
8 Feb 08
Wooing Karimov “Hurts Democracy” in Central Asia
The West may have sound practical reasons for re-engaging with the Uzbek regime but activists say it’s certainly not helping democracy.
1 Feb 08
Uzbekistan Sees Rare Protests Over Gas Shortage
Unusually harsh winter conditions have frozen up the gas supply to homes, schools and offices.
31 Jan 08
Turkmen “Sacred Text” Heads for Oblivion
President’s decision to unveil his own ideology marks another step away from the personality cult fostered by his predecessor.
31 Jan 08
Central Asia: Jan ‘08
Training sessions across the region lead to rise in volume and quality of output.
31 Jan 08
Kyrgyzstan Unveils Food Security Plan
Government’s plan to build up food reserves may prevent a repeat of last year’s price hikes, but sceptics say the country needs to grow more grain.
14 Jan 08
Uzbek Leader's Re-Election Dismissed as Charade
While the regime claims Islam Karimov was endorsed by a thumping 88 per cent of voters, critics suspect the alternative candidates did far better than the official figures show.
4 Jan 08
Central Asia: Nov ‘07
In-depth report on political developments in Turkmenistan wins plaudits from Turkmen inside and outside the country.
2 Jan 08
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