US Visit Designed to Cement Ties With Kyrgyz
Secretary of state’s travel itinerary was a political statement in itself – be nice to the Kyrgyz, and snub the Uzbeks.
20 Nov 05
Central Asia
Why is Turkmenbashi Wielding the Axe?
An ongoing wave of sackings looks increasingly like an attempt by the president to scare off anyone who might be thinking about regime change.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyz Parliament Cries Foul
Deputies angered at a proposal to lift their immunity from prosecution.
20 Nov 05
Prison Riot Sparks Political Row in Kyrgyzstan
The killing of a politician trying to end a prison rebellion raises questions about the link between politics and crime.
20 Nov 05
Tajik Prison Revolt Sparks Abuse Allegations
Relatives allege leaders of a prison revolt were beaten and some possibly killed after an uprising in protest at conditions in jail.
20 Nov 05
Uzbeks Clear Mines From Tajik Border
Reports that border areas are being demined meet with surprise in Dushanbe.
20 Nov 05
Political Crisis Unfolds in Kyrgyzstan
Opponents and supporters of the prime minister hold rival demonstrations as politicians warn the state is on the verge of collapse.
20 Nov 05
Kyrgyzstan Draws Breath After Political Stand-Off
The prime minister survives an attempt to unseat him, but observers say this may not be the end of a power-struggle in which the rule of law is at stake.
20 Nov 05
Lavish Wakes Hit Kyrgyz Pockets
Elaborate funeral rituals are driving many Kyrgyz deeply into debt.
18 Nov 05
A Star is Born
Fourteen-year-old Marina Gulbahari defies the odds by gaining rave reviews in her first movie and defies convention by deciding to pursue a film career.
18 Nov 05
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