An Opposition Enigma in Kyrgyzstan
Can Felix Kulov, a former vice-president and ex-mayor of Bishkek, muster a serious presidential challenge to the incumbent Askar Akaev? Political observers in Bishkek certainly think so.
22 Feb 05
Central Asia
Kyrgyz General Blames Fighting on Drug Barons
Russian and Central Asian troops are to launch joint military exercises this month in anticipation of fresh incursions across the Kyrgyz-Tajik border
22 Feb 05
Golden Valley Darkens
Islamic fundamentalists are exploiting economic hardship in the once prosperous Fergana Valley of Uzbekistan.
22 Feb 05
Militants Threaten Kyrgyz Frontier
Hundreds of armed militants appear poised to stir up trouble in the Batken border region of Kyrgyzstan
22 Feb 05
Iran Forges Tajik Links
Tehran forges closer links with Tajikistan in an effort to advance its economic and security interests in the region
22 Feb 05
Kazak Exodus
Uzbekistan's indigenous Kazaks complain they are being treated as second-class citizens
22 Feb 05
Kulov Faces Grim Incarceration
Kyrgyz opposition leader Felix Kulov faces the grim prospect of seven years behind bars in notorious Prison 19
22 Feb 05
Journalists Slam Kazak Media Reforms
Speakers at IWPR's landmark conference in Almaty express serious concerns over new media legislation
22 Feb 05
IMU Offensive Fears
Central Asian governments are preparing themselves for a new round of Islamic rebel hostilities
22 Feb 05
Tajikistan's Media Haven
The independent media is blossoming in Tajikistan's corner of the Fergana valley
22 Feb 05
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