Central Asia

Silk Road Revival

Plans to build a road along an ancient trading route may boost the country’s economic prospects.

3 Mar 05

Locusts are wreaking havoc in the once thriving farmlands of Kunduz province.

3 Mar 05

Doctors are struggling to stem a malaria outbreak that’s ravaging the country’s rural poor.

3 Mar 05

Merchants fear a downturn after a suicide attack on a street frequented by foreigners.

2 Mar 05

Afghan reporters surprised at frank debate between political rivals and high levels of support for the opposition in United States election.

2 Mar 05

A major gas leak prompts Balkh province residents to take action - but can they prevail over local militia leaders?

2 Mar 05

By Neil Arun in The Hague (TU 306, 24-28 March 2003)

22 Feb 05

Shia city celebrates Saddam’s capture – but harbours deep mistrust of the occupying forces.

22 Feb 05

IWPR’s project seeks to strengthen Iraqi debate over the risks and prospects of potential conflict.

22 Feb 05

Minorities in Iraq continue to face pressure from dominant Arabs and Kurds.

22 Feb 05

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