Reducing Tensions on Central Asian Borders
Strong ties between Tajik and Kyrgyz governments prevent local unrest from getting out of hand.
4 Nov 14
Central Asia
Time for Action on Uzbek, Turkmen Political Prisoners
Rights groups insist that international pressure is the only hope of moderating regimes’ brutal behaviour, and that now would be a good time to apply it.
30 Oct 14
Tajik Fatwa Misfires
Top clerics say it’s just about extremism, others see it as unwarranted political interference.
24 Oct 14
Kyrgyzstan Follows Russia Backwards on NGO Rights
Moves to curb groups seen as too "political" reflect growing influence of Moscow.
22 Oct 14
Eurasian Worries in Kazakstan
Opponents of new regional grouping fear the effects of committing to Russian-dominated economic regulation.
17 Oct 14
Tajikistan: When Wedding Inspectors Call
People complain that state restrictions on extravagant celebrations don’t apply to the great and good.
10 Oct 14
Tajik Protest Plan Squashed Before it Starts
Authorities denounce opposition group and take down websites after internet appeal for street demos.
9 Oct 14
No Legal Status for Ancient Kyrgyz Creed
State refuses to recognise followers of Tengrism as a religious group.
24 Sep 14
Bishkek Turns Face to Moscow
Membership of economic grouping risks distancing Kyrgyzstan from some of its near neighbours.
19 Sep 14
Unease at Focus on Language, Identity in Kazakstan
Russians say nationalist sensitivities have been heightened by Moscow’s actions in Ukraine.
17 Sep 14
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