Central Asia

Kyrgyzstan's Women Still Fighting for Representation

Thirty per cent quota may not translate into female candidates taking their fair share of seats in October 4 polls.

1 Oct 15

Rural women balancing housework and manual farm labour seen as especially vulnerable to health problems.

1 Oct 15

Many of the current legislators are likely to make it into the next parliament, even if they have shifted party allegiance.

25 Sep 15

Possible motives for rebellion unclear as authorities spin "Islamic party connection".

19 Sep 15

The country’s biggest opposition force is being eliminated.

17 Sep 15

Main political groupings go through mergers and defections, but the essence of politics remains the same.

16 Sep 15

Five deaths under unclear circumstances suggest culture of violence continues.

11 Sep 15

What price legitimacy if the ruling elite doesn’t always abide by the law?

9 Sep 15

Rebellion led by deputy defence minister came as a surprise.

9 Sep 15

Parents struggle to understand why young men went off to fight in faraway war.

28 Aug 15

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