Central Asia
Fears Mount Over "Disappeared" Uzbek Journalist
As uniformed police shrug their shoulders, human rights defender says Sergei Naumov may have been seized by secret service.
Tajikistan: Many Candidates, No Pluralism
But why is the government so keen to crush opposition election chances?
Journalist Held Incommunicado in Uzbekistan
Official refusal to disclose Sergei Naumov’s location raises fears of ill-treatment.
Traders Seek Compensation for Kazak Market Fire
Uninsured stallholders say they lost everything in devastating blaze.
Tajik Opposition Candidate Seeks Consensus
Interview with Oinikhol Bobonazarova, a veteran NGO figure picked to stand against the current president.
Surprise Candidate for Tajik Opposition
Opposition bloc settles for leading civil society figure rather than politician.
Murky Waters in Uzbek City
Chronic under-investment in water management creates frequent supply cuts for residents of major town.
Shanghai Bloc Struggles for Relevance
Leading members Russia and China ultimately have separate interests, especially when it comes to trade and energy deals in Central Asia.