Comment: Myth of Pro-Akaev Uzbeks Shattered
Why the Uzbek community of south Kyrgyzstan supported the “tulip revolution” rather than clinging to a regime which thought it had their unqualified backing.
20 Nov 05
Central Asia
Could Kazaks Go the Way of Kyrgyzstan?
The Kazak government appears blasé about Kyrgyz regime change but is paying attention, while opposition groups develop a new self-confidence.
20 Nov 05
New Kyrgyz Leaders Struggle to Win Legitimacy
Faltering steps by the new administration and uncertainty about the status of President Akaev mean the political transition is only half complete.
20 Nov 05
Tajikistan: Muted Response to Kyrgyz Turmoil
Legacy of conflict leaves Tajiks cautious about unrest of any kind, even if some see the outcome in Kyrgyzstan as positive.
20 Nov 05
Angry Uzbek Farmers Force Official Climbdown
Assault on human rights activist sparks protests by villagers already driven to desperation by government’s agricultural policies.
20 Nov 05
Ignominious End to Akaev Era
Kyrgyz parliament secures president's resignation but has yet to sign off on it.
20 Nov 05
Parallel Power in Kyrgyzstan
At local level, political change has brought a free-for-all where official jobs seem to go to anyone who can grab them.
20 Nov 05
Turkmen Pay Hike of Dubious Value
Although the government appears to have awarded a substantial pay hike, in reality it is taking with one hand while giving with the other.
20 Nov 05
Bishkek Residents Alarmed at Land Seizures
A wave of squatters staking claims to spare land in the Kyrgyz capital has led to growing anger among locals.
20 Nov 05
Freed Tajik Opposition Leader Defiant
Prosecutors insist Moscow was wrong to release Democratic leader Mahmadruzi Iskandarov.
20 Nov 05
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