Central Asia

Fewer Conscripts for Uzbek Military

EU Official to Raise Human Rights on Uzbek Trip

Uzbeks Gear up to Combat Financial Crisis

Election Candidates Talk up Change

The election promises made by the various candidates in the February 11 presidential poll in Turkmenistan have left some prospective voters cold, but others believe the pledges could translate into positive changes.

Kyrgyz-Tajik Spat Highlights Border Issues

Lack of clarity about land and water rights in undemarcated border areas creates running tensions.

Kyrgyz Rights 'Worse' Than Akaev Era

Erosion of civil liberties makes it hard to hold public protests and risky to criticise the authorities, say rights groups.

Central Asia: Oct ‘08

Radio output adds new dimension to Central Asian reporting.

Turkmen Authorities Plan Prison Amnesty

Kyrgyzstan: Rebels Without Common Cause

Part of the opposition is forging a new alliance, but prospects for a broader anti-government coalition remain slim.

Central Asia: Oct ‘08

IWPR’s reporting said to set an example for how sensitive topics like religion should be covered.