Turkmenistan: Fate of Kurbanmuradov Uncertain
Little has been heard of one of the president’s longest serving officials since his arrest last month.
20 Nov 05
Central Asia
Tajik Blasts Jangle Nerves
Reluctance to identify Dushanbe bombers reflects fears over escalation in political tensions.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyzstan: More Uzbeks May be Sent Back
Bishkek government insists “dangerous criminals” amongst Uzbek refugees must go.
20 Nov 05
Akaev Snubs Kyrgyz Investigators
Prosecutor general warns that ex-president’s immunity from prosecution could be stripped from him if wrongdoing is proved.
20 Nov 05
Turkmen Riled by Turkish Firms' Hiring Policies
Thousands of Turkish contract workers getting well-paid jobs in a republic with rampant unemployment.
20 Nov 05
Tajikistan's Unrecorded Lives
From birth to death, many people evade the census-takers for tax and legal purposes.
20 Nov 05
Turkmenistan's Kazaks Protest School Closures
Repressive language laws are forcing ethnic Kazaks out of Turkmenistan.
20 Nov 05
Rent-a-Mob in Kyrgyzstan
For some of those involved in the continuing protests, political activism is just a source of income.
20 Nov 05
Kazak Opposition Figure Goes to Court
Unprecedented lawsuits by an opposition member against his political rivals are unlikely to succeed.
20 Nov 05
Tajik Opposition under Pressure
Jailing of leading party figure fits a pattern of wider clampdown on politicians opposed to President Rahmonov.
20 Nov 05
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