Uzbekistan

Latest Racist Murders Shock Tajikistan

The recent murder of Tajik migrant worker Salahuddin Azizov has highlighted concerns that the Russian authorities are not doing enough to combat racist attacks.

Central Asia: Nov-Dec '08

Reporting teams focus on migrant labour crisis affecting Central Asian region.

Kyrgyz Opposition Bids for US Support

Former speaker of parliament lobbies for fairer political system where parties, not the president, make the running.

Central Asia: Nov-Dec '08

Media law report sparks debate among journalists in Kazakstan.

Uzbekistan: State-Run Pilgrimage Prompts Complaints

Secret police surveillance and extortion by officials mars the hajj experience.

Uzbek Party Reform Less Than it Seems

Few Expect Much of New Rural Development Focus

Uzbek Government Sets Hopes on Special Economic Zone

Ethnic Uzbeks Opt Out of Turkmen Polls

Many feel alienated by election process and do not plan to lend their votes to anyone.

Controversy Over Kyrgyz Protest Sentences

Sentences of up to 20 years seen as warning to other protesters, rather than justice.