Central Asia
Uzbekistan: Blood Shortages Cause Concern
Doctors say lives at risk because people have no incentive to give.
27 Aug 09
Economic Crisis Cited in Tajik Suicide Cases
Indications that people overwhelmed by financial burdens taking their own lives.
27 Aug 09
Static Politics in Tajikistan
Election next spring will replicate the governing party’s dominant position, leaving only a few seats for its rivals.
15 Aug 09
First Tajik Film in Two Decades Makes Waves
The first movie shot on 35 mm film since Tajikistan gained independence in 1991 is to be shown at prestigious film festivals abroad, but may not even go on general release at home.
14 Aug 09
Tajikistan Looks South
A four-party summit in Dushanbe has raised expectations that Tajikistan can engage more with southern neighbours Afghanistan and Pakistan.
14 Aug 09
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