Central Asia

Central Asian Migrants in Russia Find Religion

For most, Islam is a uniting force in an alien society, though some experts warn of Islamic radicalisation risk.

Uzbek-Language Education Declines in Tajikistan

Tajikistan Reforms Pre-School Learning

Armenia Faces Delay to Joining Moscow-Led Union

Experts say that concerns about Nagorny Karabakh are hampering progress towards accession.

Kyrgyzstan Gets Soft Terms for Customs Union Entry

Russian support for an assistance package clinches a deal that both governments see as benefiting them.

Economic Union Challenges Kazak Foreign Policy

Now it's committed to Moscow's regional project, Kazakstan may find it hard to maintain other relationships.

Banking Problems Disrupt Tajik Migrant Money

Unrest Subsides in Southeast Tajikistan

Protests follow police shootout with local man suspected of drug trafficking.

Tajiks Worry as Ukraine Burns

Islamic Dress as Bar to Female Education in Tajikistan

Government seems to equate headscarves with security threats posed by militant groups.