Uzbekistan: Karimov Seeks Extended Term
Uzbek analysts warn extension of Karimov presidency could derail the democratisation process.
22 Feb 05
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan: Vagrants Take Shine off Model Town
A television report lifting the lid on homelessness in a showcase Uzbek town has caused official rage and embarrassment.
22 Feb 05
US-Kazak Relations Thaw
Washington seeks better relations with Kazakstan in order to further its economic and military interests in the region.
22 Feb 05
Central Asia Rights Record Set to Worsen?
The targeting of high profile figures may have grave implications for opponents of the region's regimes.
22 Feb 05
Tajikistan Turns to The West
The former Soviet republic appears to be cutting its traditional ties with Russia to capitalise on its post-September 11 strategic importance.
22 Feb 05
Uzbekistan: Kazak Border Shut After 'Hygiene Scare'
Tashkent claims it is sealing the frontier in the interests of hygiene, but many believe it merely wants to stop imports from Kazakstan.
22 Feb 05
Kyrgyzstan: Fury Over New Constitution
President's critics say his proposed constitutional changes will make the country a virtual dictatorship.
22 Feb 05
Turkmen Face Crippling Travel Curbs
Mushrooming checkpoints along major routes have made Turkmen citizens foreigners in their own country.
22 Feb 05
Tajikistan Courts Turkmenbashi
Dushanbe and Ashgabat forge new alliance that may help them resist Uzbekistan's influence in the region.
22 Feb 05
Gas Shortages Leave Uzbeks in the Cold
Uzbekistan is increasing its fuel exports at a time when many of its people are freezing in their homes.
22 Feb 05
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