Turkmenistan

IMU Offensive Fears

Central Asian governments are preparing themselves for a new round of Islamic rebel hostilities

22 Feb 05

Journalists from Kyrgyzstan and Kazakstan discuss their mutual problems

22 Feb 05

Russia steps up efforts to establish a Central Asian energy alliance as a counterweight to growing US influence in the region

22 Feb 05

A war of words between Russia and Tajikistan could prompt the latter to strengthen its ties with Washington.

22 Feb 05

Thousands of joyous Afghans cram into central Mazar to celebrate their New Year.

22 Feb 05

A life of squalor, exploitation and violence awaits many seasonal workers in Russia.

22 Feb 05

Aggrieved by growing US criticism of his regime, Nazarbaev is transferring his affections to Moscow.

22 Feb 05

An ambiguous new law may allow President Niazov to lock up anyone found guilty of disagreeing with his policies.

22 Feb 05

Ban on students buying foreign currency likely to stop many completing their education abroad.

22 Feb 05

Promotion of foreign minister Rashid Meredov to deputy premier seen as part of government effort to reposition itself internationally.

22 Feb 05

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