Uzbek President Reins In Security Service
Once-mighty intelligence agency weakened by a serious shake-up.
4 Apr 18
Central Asia
Can Central Asia and the Caucasus Cooperate?
Region looks at boosting ties, despite Chinese and Russian attempts at dominance.
22 Mar 18
Historic Visit Boosts Uzbek-Tajik Ties
Trip is latest in leader’s efforts to improve a range of regional relations.
13 Mar 18
Opening Up Uzbekistan to Tourism
Tashkent wants to attract more visitors to previously isolated country.
7 Mar 18
Kyrgyz Women Call for More Religious Representation
Complaints that communal bodies exclude female voices from organisation roles.
19 Feb 18
Could Uzbekistan Lead Central Asia?
In surprise move, previously isolated state calls for tighter regional integration.
22 Nov 17
Tensions Build Between Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan
Tightened customs controls are leading to losses for Kyrgyz exporters.
26 Oct 17
Stability Wins In Kyrgyzstan
The country’s next president looks set follow in the footsteps of the incumbent.
17 Oct 17
Kyrgyz Media Accused of Bias
Watchdog claims that outlets wilfully ignore both legal norms and informal ethical codes.
13 Oct 17
Pressure Mounts on Kyrgyz Presidential Contender
Allegations that official sources are attempting to thwart rival’s campaign.
13 Oct 17
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