Central Asia

Chief Muslim Cleric Under Pressure

Government Shake-Up Seen as Pointless Exercise

The Illusion of Democratic Rule

Kazakstan Under Fire For Reported Extradition of Uighur

Rural Tajiks Crying Out for Internet Access

No Surprises From Local Elections

Kazaks Seek Higher Fees for Gas Transit

Accreditation Only for Selected Reporters

Pros and Cons of Trial by Jury

Turkmenistan's Tightly Controlled Election

Candidates for the December 3 elections to district (etrap) and municipal councils underwent a dual process of screening by local government and the Ministry of National Security, MNB.