Central Asia

Water Problems in Tajikistan

Flooding aggravates problems caused by Tajikistan’s substandard water treatment facilities.

20 Nov 05

Future uncertain for hundreds of people who fled Andijan violence still living covertly in Kyrgyzstan.

20 Nov 05

New president faces many serious challenges, but there’s hope he’ll improve political accountability and economic fortunes.

20 Nov 05

Kyrgyz diplomatic staff say seemingly prestigious overseas postings often entail shoddy facilities and poor wages.

20 Nov 05

The government denies plans for quick sell-off of huge aluminium smelter, but some believe it will come sooner rather than later.

20 Nov 05

Tough new regulations further curtail free movement between the two countries.

20 Nov 05

Ex-president Akaev’s prime minister returns to the country to defend his role, but others appear less willing to do so.

20 Nov 05

Tehran’s growing economic and cultural cooperation has strategic goals.

20 Nov 05

Uzbekistan is so angry at Kyrgyz failure to send back Andijan refugees that it derails a contract to supply essential fuel to its neighbour.

20 Nov 05

Government slaps ban on three missionary organisations as local clerics voice hostility to the newcomers.

20 Nov 05

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