Kyrgyzstan: Another Chance at Democracy
Getting it right this time will depend on new government’s efforts to overcome legacy of previous authoritarian rulers. By Pavel Dyatlenko in Bishek
11 Apr 10
Central Asia
Eyewitness: Bishkek Unrest
Kyrgyz journalist recounts confrontation between protesters and government troops on the streets of Bishkek.
11 Apr 10
Kyrgyz Mourn Uprising Victims
Nation pays its respects for the dead as new authorities attempt to stabilise the country.
10 Apr 10
Opposition Seizes Power After Kyrgyz Turmoil
Ex-foreign minister forms government as president flees, following day of political violence in which scores died. By Timur Toktonaliev and Ainagul Abdrakhmanova in Bishkek
9 Apr 10
Kyrgyz Leader Tries to Rally Support
Defiance comes as interim government announces plans for presidential election after bloody revolt.
9 Apr 10
Riot Deaths Spark Kyrgyz Turmoil
Thousands besiege president’s office as anger over spiralling prices explodes into political violence.
7 Apr 10
Tajik Power Company Calls in Debts
Higher electricity bills and tougher penalties for arrears are putting pressure on household consumers. By Nazarali Pirnazarov in Dushanbe
4 Apr 10
Kyrgyz Government Faces Down Utilities Protests
Poor people to be cushioned against price rises, but authorities insist everyone else must pay realistic share of energy costs. By Ainagul Abdrakhmanova in Bishkek
2 Apr 10
Uzbekistan: Official Denial on Domestic Abuse
Shame culture leads women to accept cruel treatment in the home rather than resorting to courts.
31 Mar 10
Central Asia: Feb/Mar ‘10
Education proposals aired at IWPR events to be incorporated into parliamentary report. By Dina Tokbaeva in Bishkek
31 Mar 10
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