Tajikistan's Energy Dilemma
Tajikistan is desperate to use its hydropower resources - but does it risk causing problems with its Central Asian neighbours if it dams up vital water resources?
15 Feb 10
Central Asia
The Cost of Privatising Power in Kyrgyzstan
The legal obstacles to inviting foreign investors to complete an ambitious hydroelectric scheme have been overcome, but plenty of questions remain about the politics and economics of privatisation.
15 Feb 10
Tajik Prosecutor Steps Down in Major Shakeup
Reshuffle preceded by unusually public row between rival crime agencies.
13 Feb 10
Kyrgyzstan Becoming Regional "Sex Capital"
Uzbek prostitutes are flocking to Kyrgyzstan, where better pay and more liberal attitudes make for an easier life.
12 Feb 10
Uzbekistan: Alarm at Rise in Cancer Cases
Medical staff complain of shortage of specialist care, medicines and hospital beds.
10 Feb 10
Uzbek Police Foil Opposition Meetings
10 Feb 10
Kyrgyz Rewrite Leadership Succession Rules
Parliament devises compromise to ease passage of constitutional amendments.
10 Feb 10
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