Uzbekistan

End of an Era in Turkmenistan

Officials convene emergency meeting to manage what may be a difficult transition following the death of President Saparmurat Niazov.

Are Islamic Militants Regrouping in the Fergana Valley?

Violent incidents in Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan seem to be symptoms of instability rather than a new wave of organised Islamic militancy.

Uzbeks Impose Tougher Border Regulations

End of an Era

Officials convene emergency meeting to manage what may be a difficult transition.

Tashkent Makes Small Concessions on Andijan

Cotton Crackdown in Andijan

New provincial governor applies tough measures to salvage a disappointing cotton crop.

Turkey a Magnet for Migrant Workers

High unemployment in Turkmenistan is forcing thousands of people to work as illegal migrants in Turkey.

Turkmen Army Unfit for Service

Army recruiters in Turkmenistan will take anyone, no matter how unfit, to fill the ranks of an army whose main job is to provide a free labour force. IWPR has learned that the military is even calling up people with disabilities in its desperate attempt t

Uzbeks Angered by US Criticism on Religious Rights

Uzbek Prison Amnesty Less Than it Seems