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
Central Asia
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
Concern at Dostum Appointment
Many worry that awarding a senior post to a regional power-broker is a step in the wrong direction.
18 Nov 05
Saving Precious Trees
The government deploys a division of forest rangers to stop further depletion of forests – but will it be effective?
18 Nov 05
Snowmelt Displaces Thousands
The effects of a hard winter take their toll as flooding hits rural areas.
18 Nov 05
Maths Students Shine Abroad
Four Afghan students win top prizes in international competition and change some minds in the process.
18 Nov 05
Drug Smugglers Eye New Bridge
Traffickers see planned river crossing to Central Asia as gift that will smooth their path.
18 Nov 05
Taleban Hit and Run, and Come Back for More
Violence has surged as the election draws closer, but the insurgents say their real objective is to oust the Kabul government.
18 Nov 05
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