Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan's Neighbours Look on with Concern

Uzbek Doctors Become Suspect Group

Kyrgyz Round Table Assists Education Debate

New Party Emerges From Kazak Protest Movement

Umbrella group serves as channel for range of public concerns.

Reverse Gear for Tajik Bus Drivers

The withdrawal of licenses from private minibus operators in the Tajik capital Dushanbe has deprived some 6,000 drivers of a living.

Tajiks Need Sporting Chance

Reporter Khalil Qoimzod asks why Tajikistan’s sporting achievements leave so much to be desired.

Tajik Schools Short of Teachers, Money

Secondary schools are failing their pupils because of chronic underfunding, Davlatsho Shoetiborov reports from Dushanbe.

Kyrgyzstan: Is Re-Nationalisation the Answer?

Analysts interviewed by IWPR’s Nurlan Abdaliev question the new Kyrgyz government’s plans to regain control of major companies.

Bakiev Resigns After Support Crumbles

President leaves country, steps down following failed attempt to rally support in southern heartland.

Tajik Girls Lose Out on Schooling

Financial pressures add to commonly-held view that girls need education less than boys.