Kyrgyzstan: Uigur Fury Over Market Blaze
Uigur traders have accused police and firefighters of robbing them during a fire at their market in central Bishkek.
22 Feb 05
Central Asia
Russia Pushes for Central Asian OPEC
Russia steps up efforts to establish a Central Asian energy alliance as a counterweight to growing US influence in the region
22 Feb 05
US Prompts Uzbek Rights Rethink
After earning an appalling human rights record over the past few years, Uzbekistan shows signs of changing tack, under pressure from its powerful new American ally.
22 Feb 05
Uzbekistan: Calls for End to Mine Policy Rejected
Tashkent is to continue mining its borders even though the threat from Islamic militants appears to have diminished significantly.
22 Feb 05
Tajik Relations With Russia Worsen
A war of words between Russia and Tajikistan could prompt the latter to strengthen its ties with Washington.
22 Feb 05
Afghanistan: New Year Frenzy
Thousands of joyous Afghans cram into central Mazar to celebrate their New Year.
22 Feb 05
Police Violence Taints Kyrgyz Image
Government forced to make concessions following outrage over violent police suppression of political protest.
22 Feb 05
Vigilantes Net Uzbek Border Guards
Uzbekistan's conscript frontier guards are widely seen as a nuisance in neighbouring Kyrgyzstan.
22 Feb 05
Uzbek Press 'Bewildered' by Media Directive
New media regulation requires journalists to inform the government of critical articles months in advance.
22 Feb 05
Kyrgyzstan: Car Crash Heightens Unease over US Ties
A recent traffic accident in which an American soldier hit two women has renewed debate over the immunity status of foreign military personnel.
22 Feb 05
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