Central Asia

Uzbek Government Abuses Worsen

The government in Uzbekistan brooks no criticism of its human rights abuses.

Border Dispute Threatens to Escalate

Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan are refusing to compromise over a land dispute threatening to trigger a new conflict between the two countries.

Central Asia: July/Aug ‘07

Tajik officials say an IWPR report has helped them gain important insights into problems faced by Tajik travelers passing through Uzbekistan.

Kazakstan: One Law for the Rich

People offered nothing when they were evicted from their homes last year are angry that wealthier home-owners are to be recompensed.

Voting System Still Flawed as Kyrgyz Head for Referendum

The system by which voters will decide the fate of a new constitution is obsolete and open to abuse, analysts say.

Central Asia: Sept ‘07

News analysis service widely acclaimed as its first phase draws to a close.

Central Asia: Sept '07

Initial phase of ground-breaking, regional news analysis agency projects ends.

Another Bumper Opium Year Looms for Helmand

As the planting season approaches, farmers in Helmand show no sign of abandoning their traditional cash crop.

Kashagan Oil Project on Shaky Ground

No Easy Fix for Tajik Migrants' Problems

Analysts say more must be done to look after the rights of Tajiks who go off to work in Russia.