Central Asia

Central Asia's Poorest States in Crisis

After a freezing winter marked by severe energy shortages, Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan fear spring could bring food shortages as well.

18 Feb 08

As a extravagant ceremonies impoverish the community, campaigners are urging changes in the law.

13 Feb 08

Despite claims that money now flows freely through the banks, the secret police still routinely inspect transfers from abroad.

12 Feb 08

Many people are furious that no heads have rolled in the state power company after some of the most severe electricity shortages in years.

8 Feb 08

Sixteen years after independence, thousands of Uzbeks from the border districts of Turkmenistan remain without passports.

8 Feb 08

Emergence of “Revolutionary Committee” marks new stage in the progressive radicalisation of opposition forces.

7 Feb 08

The West may have sound practical reasons for re-engaging with the Uzbek regime but activists say it’s certainly not helping democracy.

1 Feb 08

Unusually harsh winter conditions have frozen up the gas supply to homes, schools and offices.

31 Jan 08

President’s decision to unveil his own ideology marks another step away from the personality cult fostered by his predecessor.

31 Jan 08

Training sessions across the region lead to rise in volume and quality of output.

31 Jan 08

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