Central Asia
Bishkek's Civil Society Threat
Kyrgyz civic groups mobilise against a 'monstrous' draft law to curtail political parties and NGOs, and the government may be listening.
A Tale of Two Presidents
Tajik leader's attempt to carve out a reputation as an international statesman is unlikely to impress the country's impoverished population.
Five Years of Struggle
The war-shattered economy has prompted hundreds of thousands of impoverished Tajiks to abandon their country.
A Model of Reconciliation
Post-conflict Tajikistan could offer valuable lessons to her war-torn neighbour Afghanistan.
Jailed Taleban Face Uncertain Fate
Former fundamentalist fighters holed up in jail controlled by General Dostum hope he will let them go in the end.
Kazak Poor Resent Tajik Influx
Beggars in Kazakstan complain that Tajik gypsies are queering their pitch.
Akaev Struggles to Stem Mounting Dissent
The Kyrgyz authorities are struggling to defuse public fury over last month's brutal suppression of a protest in the south of the country.
Kyrgyzstan: Russians Oppose US Deployment
Some ethnic Russians are leaving Kyrgyzstan because of their opposition to the imminent deployment of thousands of troops in the country.
Kyrgyzstan: US Bolsters Strategic Plans for Region
The American military deployment in Kyrgystan appears to be Washington's latest attempt to support its long-term policy in the region.