Central Asia

Child Miners at Risk in Kyrgyzstan

In the impoverished south, children as young as ten are digging coal in treacherous mineshafts.

7 Dec 07

Central Asian Gas Hike May Hit European Consumers

Russia will pass on sharp price rises in energy-rich Central Asian states to its European consumers.

7 Dec 07

Kazakstan Steers Clear of US-Russian Arms Race

Russian missile tests on Kazak soil leave analysts divided on whether the Central Asian state will get embroiled in the arms disputes of others.

5 Dec 07

China's Road Into Kyrgyzstan

The Kyrgyz truck drivers and market traders who have benefited from trade routes to their eastern neighbour are less enthusiastic about the growing Chinese role in the local economy.

5 Dec 07

Critics Blast Plan to Restrict Rallies in Kyrgyz Capital

The mayor’s decision to ban public meetings outside three designated spots in Bishkek has been criticised as anti-democratic by rights activists and opposition parties.

4 Dec 07

Kyrgyz TV Reform Falters Ahead of Polls

After most board members resign from the new-look national TV station, critics say the Kyrgyz leadership is obstructing the emergence of an independent broadcaster.

3 Dec 07