Central Asia

Kyrgyz Acquire New Language Skills

In recent years, people in Kyrgyzstan have become used to buying Chinese goods and eating dishes once regarded as outlandish. Now they are taking up the language as well.

Uzbeks Flock to Work in Kyrgyz South

Thousands of people from Uzbekistan earn their living over the border in Kyrgyzstan because life is so tough at home.

Empty Gas Canisters Turned to Better Use

In a sign of the deep energy crisis facing Kyrgyzstan, people in the southern Batken region have found a new use for gas cylinders they fear will never be filled again.

Unpaid Electricity Bills to Snowball

Latest Racist Murders Shock Tajikistan

The recent murder of Tajik migrant worker Salahuddin Azizov has highlighted concerns that the Russian authorities are not doing enough to combat racist attacks.

Central Asia: Nov-Dec '08

Reporting teams focus on migrant labour crisis affecting Central Asian region.

Kyrgyz Opposition Bids for US Support

Former speaker of parliament lobbies for fairer political system where parties, not the president, make the running.

Central Asia: Nov-Dec '08

Media law report sparks debate among journalists in Kazakstan.

Uzbekistan: State-Run Pilgrimage Prompts Complaints

Secret police surveillance and extortion by officials mars the hajj experience.

Caspian States Resume Talks on Sea Division