Central Asia

Uzbekistan Losing its Scientists

Qualified scientists can earn far more money and respect by taking their skills abroad.

Caspian Summit to Shape Russian-Led Bloc

Kyrgyz Opposition MP Under Pressure

Kubanychbek Kadyrov could now face charges, in what his opposition colleagues see as a politically-inspired campaign to marginalise government critic.

Balkh Businessmen in Panic Over Abductions

Several kidnappings during elections prompt many to suspend trade and take their money out of the country.

New Breed of Managers Emerges in Tajikistan

Judging by the number of Tajikistan residents travelling abroad to attend courses, the accepted view seems to be that foreign is best when it comes to management training.

Tajik Soldiers Fight for Mine Injury Payouts

Uzbek Traders Upset at Shop Demolitions

Some believe casual remark by President Karimov prompted war on “eyesore” buildings used as shops.

Turkmen Launch Sports Offensive

Falling Money Transfers Hit Kyrgyz Households

A recent banking conference in Bishkek discussed the impact of falling workers’ remittances on the Kyrgyz economy.

Migrants Wait Crisis Out in Russia

Fewer migrant workers than anticipated have come back to Kyrgyzstan from abroad, and reporter Nurlan Abdaliev went to the Russian city of Novisibirsk to find out how the rest are weathering the ongoing economic crisis.