Central Asia

Press Freedom Fears in Kyrgyzstan

Journalists face libel action for criticising Kurmanbek Bakiev.

21 Jan 06

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

Human rights activist on trial for a TV appearance which undermined the government’s version of events in Andijan.

21 Jan 06

Tough talk from the new revolutionaries, but can they deliver?

20 Jan 06

Kyrgyz wrestler who sought to lead national Olympic committee meets an untimely end.

16 Jan 06

In a presidential election year, independent media are under more pressure than ever.

10 Jan 06

New regulations forcing Uzbek graduates to take compulsory job placements are likely to deter many from going to university.

9 Jan 06

The prolonged debate over how Kyrgyzstan should be governed has failed to produce a definitive version of the constitution.

3 Jan 06

Local elections have less to do with party politics than family ties.

24 Dec 05

Military conscripts forced to work as unpaid labourers say they can barely have enough to eat.

24 Dec 05

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