Kyrgyz NGOs Fear Curbs
Even though the justice minister says his plan to check up on non-government groups has been misrepresented, many fear it is the thin end of the wedge.
28 Jan 06
Central Asia
Serb Refugees Unmoved by Gotovina Trial
With so many of their problems still unresolved, Croatian Serbs seem to have little interest in the upcoming case.
27 Jan 06
Kazakstan Sings a New Song
The adoption of a populist national anthem is part of a wider nation-building project.
23 Jan 06
No Let-Up in Pressure on Kazak Opposition
After President Nazarbaev’s easy election win, he might safely have ignored his opponents – but apparently he hasn’t.
22 Jan 06
Finances of Tajik Officials Under Scrutiny
New move to curb corruption among civil servants – but questions raised over its effectiveness.
21 Jan 06
Press Freedom Fears in Kyrgyzstan
Journalists face libel action for criticising Kurmanbek Bakiev.
21 Jan 06
Life Gets Tougher for Uzbek Traders
After relaxing border trade rules in the wake of the Andijan violence, Uzbek officials are now enforcing customs rules with a vengeance.
21 Jan 06
Uzbekistan: Secret Trial for Vocal Regime Critic
Human rights activist on trial for a TV appearance which undermined the government’s version of events in Andijan.
21 Jan 06
Calls for Second Revolution in Kyrgyzstan
Tough talk from the new revolutionaries, but can they deliver?
20 Jan 06
Unsportsmanlike Behaviour in Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyz wrestler who sought to lead national Olympic committee meets an untimely end.
16 Jan 06
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