Ethnic Kazaks Flee Chinese Crackdown
More than 1,000 families returned to Kazakstan in the first six months of this year.
26 Sep 19
Central Asia
Settling Kyrgyz-Tajik Border Conflicts
Tensions will continue until the leaders of both countries find political will to resolve the issue.
19 Sep 19
Kyrgyzstan: Failing Victims of Domestic Violence
With no legal provision for self-defence as a mitigating factor, women who kill their relatives are almost always found guilty.
18 Sep 19
Tajik Entrepreneurs Struggle to Stay Afloat
Although official figures show that the private sector is thriving, business owners tell a different story.
12 Aug 19
Uzbekistan Increases Penalties for Animal Cruelty
Activists say that public awareness of humane treatment is growing.
12 Aug 19
Kyrgyzstan: Atambaev Detained, But Not Out of the Game
Experts say arrest only marks a temporary truce in an ongoing power struggle.
11 Aug 19
Kyrgyzstan: A Taste of Secularism in Religious Schools
Draft regulations aims to increase oversight and introduce practical skills into curricula.
23 Jul 19
Tourism in Kazakstan: Bad Service, Inflated Prices
Experts say that the government is failing to develop what could be a rich and profitable sector.
18 Jul 19
On the Ground With the Kazak Protestors
Human rights observer warns that the authorities ignore the demonstrators at their peril.
15 Jun 19
Bringing Kyrgyz and Uzbek Communities Together
Language and education could be key to improving relations.
13 Jun 19
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