Central Asia

Cotton Crackdown in Andijan

New provincial governor applies tough measures to salvage a disappointing cotton crop.

Cabinet Resignation Creates Impasse

Uncertain Future for Post-Niazov Turkmenistan

Government Concerned at Capital Flight

Caspian Summit to Discuss Sea Division, Again

Interior Ministry Put in Charge of Migration

Public-Service TV Some Way Off

Future of US Base Looks Secure Despite Rhetoric

Avian Flu Restrictions Still in Place

Long after the bird flu scare faded away elsewhere, Turkmenistan is still enforcing a rigid ban on selling poultry.

Kazak OSCE Bid Decision Delayed

Government remains confident of winning campaign to lead European security group.