Central Asia

How Much Transparency on Turkmen Gas Reserves?

Turkmen Farm Reforms Failing

Government needs to launch comprehensive overhaul of agriculture if production is to be increased.

Baby Trade Worries Tajikistan

Kyrgyz Media Rebuff Allegations of Rumour-Mongering

Journalist called in for questioning over an article suggesting the president might be unwell.

Uzbeks Re-Engage With NATO

Tashkent Ignores Murders of Uzbeks in Russia

Uzbeks Allow Red Cross Jail Visits

Tajik-Kyrgyz Water Clash a Sign of Things to Come

Unclear borders and poor communications blamed for latest dispute over water resources.

The Caucasus Election Script

Being the leader of a post-Soviet country on the edge of Europe is a delicate balancing act.

Gender Equality a Dead Letter in Tajikistan

Despite a raft of equal opportunity laws, women in this conservative society are often treated as chattels.